Simplicity Signature Series Operator's Manual page 17

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Adjusting the Auger and Traction Cable
DANGER
The snowthrower contains a rotating auger and impeller
to throw snow. Fingers or feet can quickly become caught
in the rotating auger or impeller resulting in traumatic
amputation or severe laceration.
• Over-tightening the auger cable can cause the auger
to rotate even if the auger control lever is not pushed
down.
• Turn the engine OFF, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and remove the ignition key or push/pull key before
maintenance or repairs.
1. Turn the engine OFF and remove the ignition key or
push/pull key.
2. Use a wrench to hold stationary the adjuster tube (A,
Figure 27). Use another wrench to loosen the jam nut
(B).
3. Turn the adjuster tube clockwise or counterclockwise to
get a 0.060" (1.5 mm) clearance between the spring (C)
and the cable loop (D).
4. Use a wrench to hold stationary the adjuster tube. Use
another wrench to tighten the jam nut.
5. Check the clearance between the spring and the cable
loop. If the clearance changed, repeat steps 2 through
5 until you get a 0.60" (1.5 mm) clearance between the
spring and the cable loop.
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6. Check the operation of the auger and impeller control
using the test below.
Test 1 - Auger/Impeller Control
With the engine running:
• Push down on the auger control lever. The auger/
impeller should rotate.
• Release the auger control lever. The auger/impeller
must stop within 5 seconds.
Test 2 - Traction Drive Control
With the engine running and speed control lever in 1st
gear:
• Push down on the traction control lever. The unit
should move forward.
• Release the traction lever. The unit must stop.
Test 3 - Free Hand Feature
With the engine running:
• Engage the auger and traction control levers, then
release the auger control lever. Both controls should
remain engaged.
• Next, release the traction control lever. Both controls
must release.
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