Run in Attachment Belt
1.Start unit in a
2.Engage attachment clutch lever and run attachment for about 15 minutes.
3.Stop unit, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove spark plug wire.
4.Adjust clutch according to Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment in Service and Adjustments.
OPERATION
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand Operational and Fuel Safety Rules before proceeding.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Figure 1 for all Controls and Features locations.
Dual Handle Interlock (932101, 309)
When Attachment Clutch and then Traction Drive Clutch are engaged, the Attachment Clutch will remain engaged (lever down) if released. To stop attachment, release Traction Drive Clutch and both clutches will disengage.
Traction Drive Clutch - Left Hand Lever
IMPORTANT: If the belt squeals when the attachment clutch lever is engaged, the attachment drive may be frozen. Immediately release the attachment clutch lever and move the unit into a heated area to thaw.
Ignition Switch
Key Switch has two positions:
1.“Stop” - pulled out
2.Run - pushed in
2NOTE: DO NOT twist key after it is inserted.
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Primer Bulb
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Pushing the primer bulb in adds fuel for easier engine start.
Refer to Starting and Shut Off.
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Squeeze the Traction Drive Clutch Lever against the Handlebar
(1) to engage wheel |
Speed Selector
The Speed Selector controls the unit travel in a forward or reverse direction when positioned
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drive for propelling unit. |
Forward speed will vary |
according to snow depth |
and moisture content. |
Release lever (2) to stop movement.
in notch of speed.
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5
4
Forward:
(6) | Fastest |
(1) | Slow |
Reverse: | |
(1) | Slow |
NOTE: When traveling to or from the area to be cleared, press down on the handlebars enough to raise the front of the unit slightly off the surface. Engage the traction drive clutch without engaging the attachment drive clutch.
Attachment Clutch - Right Hand Lever
Squeeze Attachment
2Clutch Lever against handlebar (1) to engage
attachment. Release |
both clutch levers (2) to |
disengage power and |
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2
1
1
2
(2) Fast |
IMPORTANT: DO NOT change motion from forward to reverse with clutch engaged. Forward speed can be changed without declutching.
1 | apply brake to |
attachment. |
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