Speed Selector

Position the speed selector in the appropriate speed notch to control forward and reverse travel.

Recoil Starter Handle

When pulled, handle will turn engine over.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT let handle snap back against starter.

See Starting and Shut Off on page 15.

Snow Clean-Out Tool

(Figure 8)

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Forward:

(6) Fastest

(1) Slowest

Reverse:

(1) Slow

(2) Fast

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WARNING: Hand contact with the rotating impeller is the most common cause of injury associated with snow throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute.

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IMPORTANT: DO NOT change motion from forward to reverse with clutch engaged. Forward speed can be changed without declutching.

Fuel Shut-Off Valve

IMPORTANT: The fuel shut-off valve MUST be in the closed position prior to transporting the unit.

 

The fuel shut-off valve has

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two positions:

Open Position (1): Use this

 

 

position to run the unit.

 

Closed Position (2): Use

 

this position to service,

 

transport, or store the unit.

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Choke Control

1.Choke Closed position: chokes off air to engine for easier start.

2.Choke Open position: allows for normal operation.

IMPORTANT: Gradually open choke after engine starts.

 

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1. Snow Clean-Out Tool

Figure 8

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To clear the discharge chute:

1.Shut off the engine.

2.Wait 10 seconds and make sure impeller blades have stopped rotating.

3.Remove the snow clean-out tool (1) from the auger housing and use it to remove the clog from the discharge chute.

4.Replace the snow clean-out tool on the auger housing.

Discharge Chute Deflector

ALWAYS position discharge chute deflector at a safe angle before starting engine.

DO NOT throw snow any higher than necessary.

Push deflector handle forward or down to throw snow lower. Pull deflector handle up or to the rear to throw snow higher.

IMPORTANT: If chute deflector does not stay in set position, adjust as directed in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS on page 19, or repair before operation.

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