SKeep the rotor clear of debris.
SDo not throw snow near other people. The snow thrower could propel small objects at
high speed causing injury.
S After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect spark plug and inspect the snowthrower for damage and repair if necessary before restarting unit.
SNever operate the snowthrower near glass
enclosures, automobiles and trucks.
SNever attempt to use the snowthrower on a roof.
S Never operate the snowthrower near window wells, dropoffs, etc.
SNever discharge snow onto public roads or near moving traffic.
S Clear snow from slopes by going up and down; never across. Use caution when changing directions. Never clear snow from steep slopes.
SLet snowthrower run for a few minutes after clearing snow so moving parts do not
freeze.
S Look behind and use care when backing up. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse.
SKnow how to stop quickly.
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
SSpark Plug Boot S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle Screw S Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.
SON/OFF Switch
SFuel Tank
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
S Debris Shield
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE- CALS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter- gent.
SWipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform- ance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours of operation.
1. Clean the cover and the area around it to keep dirt from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed.
2. Remove parts by pressing button to re- lease air filter cover.
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions, do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent.
3.Wash the filter in soap and water.
4.Allow filter to dry.
5.Add a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze the filter to distribute oil.
6.Replace parts.
Button Air
Filter
Air Filter
Cover
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. Set spark plug gap at 0.025 in. Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.
1.Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2.Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard.
3.Replace with Champion
4.Reinstall the spark plug boot.
REPLACING THE LINE
1.Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap button.
2.Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
3.Replace with a
WARNING: Never use wire, rope, string, etc., which can break off and become a dangerous missile.
4.Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1 cm) into the small holes on the inside of spool.
Spool
Small
Holes
15