Chute Clean-Out Tool, Operating Tips

Auger Control	Handle
Lever	Panel
“Z”
Fitting
Jam Nut
Make Sure Cable
Is Straight

Figure 9

•Repeat Auger Control Test to verify proper adjustment has been achieved.

Chute Clean-Out Tool

The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip (Refer to Figure 7). If the discharge chute becomes clogged during operation, proceed as follows to safely clean the chute and chute opening:

1.Release both the Auger Control Lever and the Traction/Auger Control Lock Lever.

2.Stop the engine by removing the ignition key.

3.Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to the rear of the auger housing.

4.Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to remove any snow and ice in the discharge chute.

WARNING: Never use your hand to clear a clogged discharge chute. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging.

5.Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing, re-start the engine.

6.While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow thrower), engage the auger clutch lever for a few seconds to clear any remaining snow or ice from the discharge chute before continuing to clear snow.

Tire Chains (Optional Equipment)

Tire chains may be used whenever extra traction is needed. Contact Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for information regarding price and availability.

Drift Cutters (Optional Equipment)

Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow thrower in heavy drift conditions.

On models so equipped, drift cutters are assembled to the auger housing inverted. Remove the carriage bolts by unthreading the hex nuts which secure them, and reinstall the drift cutters in their proper position before operating the snow thrower. See Figure 10.

Drift

Cutter

Carriage Screws/

Hex Nuts

Figure 10

If your unit is not equipped with drift cutters, contact Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for information regarding price and availability.

Snow Thrower Model	Drift Cutter Kit
All models	OEM-390-679

Operating Tips

NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes as the engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.

WARNING: The muffler, engine and their surrounding areas become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

•Discharge snow downwind whenever possible. Slightly overlap each previous path.

•Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the scraper bar for normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward when using on gravel or crushed rock.

•Avoid possible starter freeze-up. Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.