OPERATION
The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear
safety glasses or eye shields while operating your snow thrower or performing any adjust- ments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses
or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER
Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel or attempting to start the engine.
STOPPING
TRACTION DRIVE
•Release traction drive control lever to stop the forward or reverse movement of the snow thrower.
AUGER
•Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow.
ENGINE
1.Move ON / OFF switch to “OFF” position.
2.Remove (do not turn) safety ignition key to prevent unauthorized use.
NOTE: Never use choke to stop engine.
TO USE FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE (See Fig. 11)
The fuel
TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE (See Fig. 13)
WARNING: Snow throwers have ex- posed rotating parts, which can cause severe injury from contact, or from ma- terial thrown from the discharge chute. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, small children and pets at all times including startup.
WARNING: If the discharge chute or au- ger become clogged,
The DIRECTION in which snow is to be thrown is controlled by the discharge chute control lever.
•To change the discharge chute position, press downward on discharge chute control lever and move lever left or right until chute is in desired position. Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position.
The DISTANCE that snow is thrown is controlled by the position of the chute deflector. Set the deflector low to throw snow a short distance; set the deflector higher to throw snow farther.
•Press downward on chute deflector control lever and move lever forward to lower the deflector and decrease the distance. Move lever back to raise the deflector and increase the distance. Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position.
OFF
OPEN
FIG. 11
TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 12)
The choke control is located on the engine. Use the choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine.
•To engage choke, rotate lever to “FULL” position.
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FIG. 12
DISCHARGE CHUTE
CONTROL LEVER
CHUTE DEFLECTOR
REMOTE CONTROL LEVER
FIG. 13
TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 14)
The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever located on the right side handle.
•Squeeze auger control lever to handle to engage the auger and throw snow.
•Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow.
AUGER
CONTROL
LEVER
10 | FIG. 14 |