Snowthrowing Tips

OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER

Before operating snowthrower, review the Checks Before Each Use under General Operation on page 12 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 snowthrower 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.

DANGER

Do not clean out discharge chute with hands. Contact with moving parts inside chute will cause serious injury. Use clean out tool provided with machine. Use the following procedure to remove objects or clear the chute:

1.Stop the engine. Remove the key

2.Wait 10 seconds to be sure the auger/impeller blades have stopped rotating.

3.Always use the clean-out tool. DO NOT use your hands.

Discharge chute plugging may occur as the result of snow build up inside the chute. DO NOT use your hands to clear the blockage, only use the clean-out tool. DO NOT place your hands near the auger or discharge chute any time the engine is running. Turn the engine OFF, be sure all moving parts have stopped, and clear the block- age using the clean-out tool, or put the unit indoors and allow the blockage to melt.

Varying snow conditions will affect performance of snowthrower. The snowthrower 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.

Controls & Operation

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.

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 long-term storage.

OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Before you store your snowthrower for the off-season, read the Service, Maintenance and Storage instructions in the Safety Rules section and take the following pre- cautions:

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 Dealer Line Gasoline Stabilizer to the fuel tank, or drain all fuel from the system before placing unit in storage.

NOTE: Refer to the engine manufacture's owner’s manu- al for engine storage information.

1.Drain fuel from the fuel tank and let the engine run until all fuel is consumed and the engine stops. Allow the unit to cool.

2.Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure away from the spark plug.

3.Tape all openings to prevent spraying water into the exhaust or air intakes.

4.Tilt the snowthrower up on its wheels and thoroughly clean the underside.

5.Lubricate all exposed metal with a light coating of oil. DO NOT place any type of lubrication on the drive belt or pulleys.

6.Store the unit in a shelter or other dry area protected from the weather.

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. Allow the engine to warn up before blowing snow.

5.Check the operation of all the controls.

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