Troy-Bilt 769-03253 warranty Drift Cutters If Equipped, Clean-Out Tool, Final Adjustments

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Setting Up

Your Snow

Thrower

 

Drift Cutters (If Equipped)

Alternator Lead

Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow

 

thrower in heavy drift conditions.

Alternator

• On models so equipped, drift cutters and hardware

Lead

are assembled to the auger housing inverted.

 

• Remove the carriage bolts and wingnuts securing the

Lamp Wire

drift cutters to the housing.

• Reposition drift cutters so they face forward as shown

NOTE: Wheels are omitted from illustration for clarity.

in Figure 9. Secure with hardware previously removed,

 

 

wingnuts should be fastened on the outside of the

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housing as shown.

 

If your unit is not equipped with drift cutters, you may

 

contact Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for

 

information regarding price and availability.

Snowthrower Model

Drift Cutter Kit:

All models

OEM-390-679

WARNING

Never use your hands to clean snow and ice from the chute assembly or auger housing.

IMPORTANT

Under any circum- stance do not exceed manufacturer’s recom- mended psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times. Excessive pressure when seating beads may cause tire/rim

Figure 9

Clean-Out

Tool

Clean-Out Tool

The clean-out tool is mounted to the rear of the auger housing and is designed to clear a clogged chute. See Figure 10. Refer to the Operation section for more detailed information regarding the chute clean-out tool.

NOTE: This item is fastened with a cable tie to the rear of the auger housing at the factory. Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower.

WARNING: Never use your hands to clean snow and ice from the chute assembly or auger housing.

Final Adjustments

Make these final adjustments before operating your snow thrower for the first time. Failure to follow these instruc- tions may cause damage to the snow thrower.

Wheel Drive Control & Shift Lever

Perform the following test to determine need for adjust- ment:

•Move the shift lever into sixth (6) position. See Figure 14.

•With the drive control released (see Figure 11A), push the snow thrower forward, then pull it back. The machine should move freely.

assembly to burst with force sufficient to cause serious injury. Refer to sidewall of tire for recommended pressure.

Figure 10

• Engage the drive control and attempt to move the

 

machine both forward and back, resistance should be

 

felt.

 

• Move the shift lever into the fast reverse (R2) position

 

and repeat the previous two steps.

 

If you experienced resistance rolling the unit, either

 

when repositioning the shift lever from 6 to R2 or when

 

attempting to move the machine with the drive control

 

released, adjust the drive control immediately. To adjust,

 

proceed as follows:



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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Two-Stage Snow ThrowerCustomer Support Table of ContentsFinding and Recording Model Number Chute Clean-out Tool Your Responsibility Restrict the useSafe Handling of Gasoline Safe Operation PracticesYour Responsibility Do not modify engine Average Useful LifeSetting Up Your Snow Thrower Attaching the Chute Assembly Attaching the Shift RodDrift Cutters If Equipped Clean-Out ToolFinal Adjustments Skid Shoes Tire Pressure Pneumatic TiresAuger Auger ControlOperating Your Snow Thrower Know Your Snow ThrowerChute Clean-Out Tool Drive Control / Auger Control LockTwo-Way Chute Control Ignition KeyRecoil Starter Stopping The EngineStarting The Engine Electric Starter on certain modelsAlways observe safety rules when performing any maintenance To Engage DriveTo Engage Augers Operating TipsAdjustments MakingShift Rod Drive ControlChute Assembly Chute Bracket AdjustmentSee Figure Adjust skid shoes as follows Auger ControlMaintaining Your Snow Thrower LubricationReplacing Belts Auger BeltDrive Belt Changing Friction Wheel Rubber Friction WheelOff-Season Storage Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rustTrouble Shooting Problem Cause RemedyWarranty 12.08.06For parts and/or accessories refer to customer support on
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