Service Manual

DRIVE SYSTEMS
5 - 2 Single Stage Snowthrower Service Manual
5. When installing the replacement belt, loop the belt
around the engine pulley and under the idler
pulley. Now start the belt around the impeller
pulley (Figure 60).
Figure 60 0217-032
6. After the belt is started around the impeller pulley,
pull the idler up and rotate the impeller pulley
forward allowing the belt to roll on (Figure 61).
Figure 61 0217-033
7. Finally, install the drive cover with the washer-
faced cap screw, four screws, and locknuts.
Belt Alignment
Whenever a pulley is removed, or if belt jumping is
experienced, belt alignment will be necessary. To align
the crankshaft pulley and rotor pulley perform the
following procedures. They are:
1. Refer to "Replacing Drive Belt" on page 5 - 1.
Complete steps 1 and 2.
2. Loosen the two allen head screws on the
crankshaft pulley (Figure 62).
Figure 62 0217-034