SDirect material discharge away from glass enclosures, automobiles, etc.
SDo not run engine at high speed while not removing snow.
SBe attentive when using the snowthrower, and stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
SMake sure the rotor will spin freely before attaching the snowthrower to the power-
head.
SIf the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before
attempting to operate under power.
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.
SAfter striking a foreign object, stop the en- gine, disconnect spark plug and inspect the snowthrower for damage and repair if nec- essary before restarting unit.
SNever operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures, automobiles and trucks.
SNever attempt to use the snowthrower on a roof.
SNever operate the snowthrower near win- dow wells, dropoffs, etc.
SNever discharge snow onto public roads or
near moving traffic.
SClear 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.
SLook behind and use care when backing up. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or fal-
ling, especially when operating in reverse.
SKnow how to stop quickly.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If received assembled, repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam- aged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged, call
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments and testing done by the manufacturer.
TOOLS REQUIRED
SHex wrench (provided)
INSTALLING PRUNER OR LINE TRIMMER ATTACHMENTS CAUTION: When removing or installing at- tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for stability.
NOTE: The pruner attachment connects to the engine end shaft through use of a coupler system. For extra reach, the extension shaft (included) can be used.
1.Loosen the couplers on the extension shaft and on the engine end shaft by turn- ing the knobs counterclockwise.
Coupler
Shipping
protectorLOOSEN
Knob
TIGHTEN
2.Remove shipping protector from coupler.
3.Remove the shaft cap from the pruner at- tachment (if present).
4.Position locking/release button of attach- ment into guide recess of coupler on extension shaft.
5.Push the attachment into the coupler until the locking/release button snaps into the primary hole.
Coupler Primary Hole
Guide Recess
Locking/
Upper Release Attachment
Shaft Button
6.Repeat steps to attach extension shaft to coupler on engine end shaft.
7.Before using the unit, tighten both knobs securely by turning clockwise.
WARNING: Make sure the locking/ release button is locked in the primary hole of both couplers and the knobs are securely tightened before operating the unit. Using the wrong holes could lead to serious injury or dam- age to the unit.
Locking/Release
Button in Primary Hole
For assembly of optional attachments (see list on page 13), refer to the ASSEMBLY sec- tion of the applicable attachment instruction manual.
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