MTD E600E - Manual (Page 14)

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TRACTION CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
Refer to the FINAL ADJUSTMENT section of the
Assembly Instructions to adjust the traction control. If
you are uncertain that you have reached the correct
adjustment, the adjustment can be physically
checked as follows.
With the snow thrower tipped forward (be certain to
drain the oil and gasoline or drain the oil and place
plastic film under the gas cap if the snow thrower
has already been operated), remove the frame cover
underneath the snow thrower by removing six self-
tapping screws.
With the traction control released, there must be
clearance between the friction wheel and the drive
plate in all positions of the shift lever. With the trac-
tion control engaged, the friction wheel must contact
the drive plate. See Figure 20.
Figure 20
If adjustment is necessary, loosen the hex jam nut
on the traction control cable and thread the cable in
or out as necessary. Tighten the hex jam nut to
secure the cable when correct adjustment is
reached. Reassemble the frame cover.
NOTE: If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be
certain to remove it.
DRIVE WHEELS
The wheels may be adjusted for two different meth-
ods of operation. The adjustment is made by placing
the klick pins in one of two different holes on the right
side of the unit. See Figure 21.
1. One Wheel Driving- Place klick pin in the out-
side axle hole on the right side. This position
gives power drive to the left wheel only, making
the unit easier to maneuver.
2. Both Wheels Driving- Rotate wheel assembly
to align hole in hub with inner hole on axle shaft.
Insert klick pin in hole. Outer axle shaft hole
should be visible. This position is good for heavy
snow as there is power to both wheels.
Figure 21
SECTION 8: MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug
wire and ground against the engine
before performing any service or main-
tenance.
LUBRICATION
CHUTE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL
The worm gear on the chute directional control
should be greased with multipurpose automotive
grease.
WHEELS
Oil or spray lubricant into bearings at least once a
season. Pull the klick pins and remove wheels, clean
and coat axles with a multipurpose automotive
grease. See Figure 22.
Figure 22
Friction
Wheel
Gear Shaft
Drive
Plate
Hub Hole
Klick Pin In
Outside Axle
Hole
Klick Pin
Axle