Ariens Sno-Thro Platinum Series Service Manual page 39

See Figure 84.
8. Reinstall idler spring to traction idler arm.
9. Secure attachment sheave to crankshaft with one
locking washer and hex bolt.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Attachment sheave
edges are sharp. Wear thick gloves to install
belts onto attachment sheave.
See Figure 85.
10. Reinstall attachment drive belts onto attachment
sheave.
To assist belt installation, slowly pull recoil starter handle
while gently guiding belts into attachment sheave.
Figure 89
Figure 90
11. Reinstall belt finger and secure with original flat steel
washers, locking washers and hex bolts as shown in
Figure 10.
12. Check belt finger clearance:
• Engage attachment clutch lever and make sure belt
finger located opposite belt idler is less than 3.2 mm
(1/8") from belt, but not touching the belt.
• If needed, adjust clearance by loosening hex bolts,
repositioning belt finger, and tightening bolts.
13. Reinstall belt cover and secure left side to frame with
one tapping screw. Position right side of belt cover
under tapping screw and tighten.
14. Reinstall chute deflector cable into J-clamp. Bend
clamp slightly to secure cable in clamp.
15. Reconnect spark plug wire and fill fuel tank.
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