OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER
Before operating snowthrower, review the Checks Before Each Use under General Operation on page 8 of this manual.
1.Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction.
2.Pull the Auger Control back against the handle to engage the auger.
NOTE: The snow thrower will be pulled forward by the auger when the auger contacts the ground or with the snow to be thrown.
3.Begin snow removal by clearing a path down the cen- ter of walk or driveway, then gradually widen path, throwing snow off to both sides.
4.Release the Auger Control to stop both the auger and the forward motion of the snowthrower.
WARNING
Do not use snow thrower on surfaces above ground level, such as the roof of a building.
SNOWTHROWING TIPS
Discharge chute icing may occur as the result of snow build up around the base of the discharge chute. If the chute does freeze up, DO NOT force the control: control linkage damage may result. Put the unit indoors and allow the ice to melt, or pour hot water around the inside and outside base of the discharge chute.
Varying snow conditions will affect performance of snow thrower. The snow thrower should be allowed to move into the snow at it's own pace.
Wet, heavy snow — When clearing wet, heavy snow, the forward movement of the snowthrower may have to be slowed by pushing down on handle while allowing engine to operate at full throttle.
Do not operate on gravel or crushed rock surfaces. Avoid picking up this type of material with auger since damage to unit could result and particles can be dis- charged with considerable force that could cause serious injury.
Always be alert to hidden hazards that might be struck by the auger. Should a foreign object be struck by the auger, immediately stop the engine and inspect machine for any damage. Repair damage before continuing oper- ation.
Controls & Operation
AFTER EACH USE
Allow snow thrower to run a few minutes after clearing snow to reduce the likelihood of parts freezing while machine is not is use.
If you will be storing the unit for the season, see the STORAGE section for instructions on properly preparing the unit for
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
Before you store your snowthrower for the
NOTE: Gasoline, if permitted to stand unused for extend- ed periods (30 days or longer), may develop gummy deposits which can adversely affect the engine carbure- tor and cause engine malfunction. To avoid this condi- tion, add Simplicity Gasoline Stabilizer to the fuel tank, or drain all fuel from the system before placing unit in stor- age.
1.Prepare your snowthrower engine for storage as instructed in the Engine Owner’s Manual.
2.Lubricate the snowthrower as described in the LUBRICATION section of this manual.
3.Clean the snowthrower thoroughly. Coat exposed bare metal parts with a quality paint (available from you dealer) or a light film of grease, oil or automotive wax.
4.Store snowthrower in the wheels down, operating position. Note: If the unit is stored in any other posi- tion, fluids may leak.
5.Store the unit in a protected area and cover.
STARTING AFTER STORAGE
1.Remove the spark plug and wipe dry. Then reinstall plug.
2.Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline (unless a fuel stabi- lizer was used).
3.Check to be sure engine fins are clean and air flow is unobstructed.
4.Start the engine outdoors. Warm up engine by run- ning at SLOW speed for a a few minutes before run- ning at FAST speed, or blowing snow.
5.Check the operation of all the controls. If necessary, lubricate the snowthrower to improve operation of the chute control.
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