SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER
NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position. The “operator’s position” is defined as standing directly behind the snow thrower, facing the handle panel.
Unpacking
•Remove staples or break glue on top flaps of the carton. Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.).
•Cut corners of the carton and lay ends down flat. Remove packing material.
•Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for loose parts before discarding.
Loose Parts In Carton
Handle Panel |
Auger Control |
Traction Control |
Right Clutch |
Bracket |
Left Clutch |
Bracket |
Left Handle |
Right Handle |
Figure 1
Before Assembly
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
Attaching Handle Assembly (Hardware Group A,
B and E)
•Attach left handle and left clutch bracket to handle panel with two carriage bolts, lock washers and hex patch nuts. (Be sure the bend in the grip bracket is towards the center of the handle panel.) Do not tighten at this time. See Figure 2.
Handle Panel
| Left Bracket |
Carriage | Hex |
Bolts | |
| Patch Nuts |
Left Handle |
|
(Curves in) |
|
Lock Washers
Figure 2
•Insert curved end of the Z fitting into the top hole in the triangular metal tab on the auger control grip. The triangular metal tab on the auger control grip must face the center of the handle panel.
See Figure 3.
Triangle |
Metal Tab |
Auger Control |
“Z” Fitting |
Triangle |
Metal Tab |
Figure 3
•Place the auger control on top of the left handle. The triangular metal tab must be between the handle and the bracket. See Figure 3.
•Secure with hex bolt, spacer, and hex lock nut. Do not overtighten this bolt as it will prevent the control from automatically returning to their upright position. See Figure 4.
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