Troy-Bilt 42052 Auger Drive Engagement, Shifting Gears, Transporting the Unit, Snow Throwing Tips

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Section 4: Operation

AUGER DRIVE ENGAGEMENT

WARNING

Stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug before re- moving any debris from the collector (auger/impeller) housing.

1.Remove any debris from inside the collector (auger/impeller) housing.

2.Adjust the discharge chute deflector cap (D, Figure 4-3) angle with adjust- ment lever. The deflector cap should usually be adjusted to a low angle, so it is not pointing at any persons, ani- mals, buildings or vehicle, especially in windy conditions.

NOTE: If the auger does not start or stop rotating as described in Steps 3 and 4 below, an adjustment is required. Refer to Auger Drive Belt Adjustment in the Maintenance section.

3.

Engage the auger drive by squeezing

 

the Auger Drive Control Lever (F, Figure

 

4-3) against the handlebar. The auger

 

should immediately begin to rotate.

4.

Disengage the auger drive by releasing

 

the Auger Drive Control Lever (F). The

NOTE: To move the unit without throwing snow, engage only the Wheel Drive Control Lever.

AUGER DRIVE/WHEEL DRIVE INTERLOCK FEATURE

The auger drive/wheel drive interlock fea- ture allows the auger and the wheels to be operated with just one hand, thus freeing the other hand to operate the Discharge Chute Control Rod. To engage both func- tions, squeeze both the Auger Drive and the Wheel Drive levers all the way down. Holding just the Wheel Drive Control Lever will keep both levers down in the drive po- sition. To disengage, release the Wheel Drive Control Lever.

NOTE: If the Auger Drive Control Lever does not disengage when you release the Wheel Drive Control Lever, an adjustment is required. Refer to Auger Drive Belt Adjustment in the Section 5.

SHIFTING GEARS

1.Release both the auger and wheel drive control levers (F and G, Figure 4- 3). Wait for the unit to come to a complete stop.

WARNING

Use extreme caution when operating the unit in reverse. Clear all obstacles away from the unit before operating in re- verse. Be prepared for the unit to move toward you when the Gear Shift Lever is in the reverse position.

TRANSPORTING THE UNIT

Release the Auger Drive Control Lever to disengage the auger drive whenever the unit is being moved to and from the work site.

The unit is extremely heavy. Have at least one other person help you when loading or unloading the unit into a truck or trailer. Use ramps when loading or unloading the unit onto a trailer or truck. Securely tie the unit to prevent shifting while in transit.

SNOW THROWING TIPS

WARNING

Thoroughly inspect the area where the unit will be used before the first snow- fall. Remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires and other debris to pre- vent injury from thrown objects.

auger should stop within five (5)

seconds.

WHEEL DRIVE ENGAGEMENT

1.Clear all obstructions from in front of the unit.

2.Stand behind the unit in the operating position.

3.Move the Gear Shift Lever (H, Figure 4-3) into the first “1” gear position.

NOTE: If the wheels do not start or stop rotating as described in Steps 4 and 5 below, an adjustment is required. Refer to Wheel Drive Disc Adjustment in the Section 5 of this manual.

4.Engage wheel drive by squeezing the Wheel Drive Control Lever (G, Figure 4-3) against the handlebar. The unit should immediately move forward.

5.Disengage the wheel drive by releasing the Wheel Drive Control Lever. The wheels should stop.

CAUTION

Transmission damage could occur if the Gear Shift Lever is moved when the unit is in motion. Carefully follow the shift- ing instructions.

2.Move the Gear Shift Lever (H, Figure 4-3) into the desired position.

3.Re-engage the control levers (F and G), as required.

NOTE: There should be full forward travel in gear position “5” and full reverse travel in gear position Reverse “R2”. If not, refer

to Gear Shift Rod Adjustment in Section 5.

Reverse

The two reverse settings are used to ma- neuver the snow thrower. Observe the “WARNING” statement before operating the snow thrower in reverse.

•Remove snow as soon as possible after a snowfall.

•Run the engine at full throttle (the “ ” position).

•Apply silicone spray onto the inside of the collector (auger/impeller) housing, the discharge chute, the deflector cap, and also on the augers to help prevent snow from sticking. (Do not spray sili- cone on rubber or plastic: damage will result).

•Direct discharge downwind.

•If a smooth area is being cleared, ad- just the skid shoes so the scraper blade is approximately 1/8" (3mm) from the ground.

•If a rough or gravel area is being cleared, adjust the skid shoes so the scraper blade clears the rough or gravel surface.

•Use slow travel speeds for safety and to prevent overloading the unit.

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Contents Snow Thrower See Back Cover for Customer Service Information Preparation SafetyTraining Keep the area of operation clearSafety OperationMaintenance and Storage Safety DecalsUnpack Unit AssemblyInspect Unit DescriptionInstall Discharge Chute AssemblyInstall Handlebars Attach Gear Shift Control Rod Attach Chute Control RodAttach Wheel Drive Control Rod Assembly Check Tire Pressure Connect Wiring for Handlebar Warmers and LightAdd Motor Oil to Crankcase Check Auger Gear Case Oil LevelFeatures and Controls Starting the Engine PRE-OPERATION ChecklistOperation Gasoline is Highly Flammable and ITS Vapors are ExplosiveEmergency stopping OperationStopping Normal non-emergency stoppingTransporting the Unit Auger Drive EngagementShifting Gears Snow Throwing TipsSnow Throwing Patterns Wheel Drive Disc Adjustment MaintenanceEngine Maintenance LubricationMaintenance Shear Bolts Auger Drive Belts AdjustmentInstallation 15 NmDrive Disc Clearance Adjustment Brake ARM AdjustmentSlip Differential Adjustment OFF-SEASON StorageTroubleshooting Trouble Possible Problem SolutionEngage auger drive Auger spins with drive leverAuger drive control lever does not DisengagedRequired Maintenance Schedule ScheduleSpecifications Specifications, Optional Kits and AccessoriesSPECIFICATIONS/OPTIONAL Kits and Accessories Optional Kits and AccessoriesDescription Qty Parts ListRef. # Description Qty Drawing no Parts List Ref. # Description104 108 203 205 204 112 111 113 110 1100045 Drawing no 1185403 Engine Service and Repair Warranty ServiceReplacement Parts Owner Registration Card

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