Checking And Adjusting The Auger/Impeller Cable - Toro 38597 Operator's Manual

2. Loosen or tighten the turnbuckle to adjust the pin
until it is the proper gap from the front edge of the
slot.
3. Tighten the jam nut (Figure 35).
1. Jam nut
Checking and Adjusting the
Auger/Impeller Cable
Service Interval: After the first 2 hours—Inspect the
auger/impeller cable and adjust it if
necessary.
Yearly—Inspect the auger/impeller
cable and adjust or replace it if
necessary.
1. Remove the 2 screws from the right side of the belt
cover as shown.
2. Lift up the right side of the belt cover (Figure 36).
3. With the auger/impeller lever disengaged, ensure
that the gap between the auger clutch assembly and
the tab is 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) (Figure 37).
Figure 35
2. Turnbuckle
Figure 36
1. Tab
2. 1/16 inch (1.5 mm)
4. If the auger/impeller cable is not properly adjusted,
do the following steps:
5. Loosen the jam nut (Figure 38).
1. Jam nut
6. Loosen or tighten the turnbuckle that adjusts the
tension on the cable (Figure 38).
7. Adjust the turnbuckle until you obtain the proper
gap.
8. Tighten the jam nut.
9. Insert the 2 screws you previously removed on the
belt cover.
10. If the auger/impeller cable is properly adjusted but
a problem remains, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
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Figure 37
Figure 38
2. Turnbuckle