Wheel Steering Controls

The left and right wheel steering controls are located on the underside of the handles and are used to assist in steering the snow thrower.

Squeeze the right wheel steering control when turning right; squeeze the left control when turning left.

Operate the snow thrower in open areas until becoming familiar with these controls.

Chute Tilt Control

The distance snow is thrown can be changed by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Move the chute tilt control forward to decrease the distance, toward the rear to increase.

Discharge Chute

The angle of the discharge chute controls the distance that the snow is thrown. Tilt the discharge chute up for greater distance; tilt down for less distance.

Skid Shoe

The position of the skid shoe is determined by the condition of the ground from where snow has to be removed. Refer to page 7 for details.

Headlight

The headlight is on whenever the engine is running.

Throttle Control

The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine. Refer to Figure 10.

Safety Ignition Key

The safety ignition key must be fully inserted in the switch before the unit will start. Remove key when snow thrower is not in use. Do not attempt to turn the key. See Figure 10.

Recoil

 

Starter

Switch Box

Handle

 

Primer

Choke

Safety

Ignition

Key

Throttle

Starter

 

Control

Power

 

Button

Cord

 

 

Plug

Figure 10

SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER

Before Starting

WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.

The spark plug wire was disconnected for safety. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug before starting.

Make certain the auger and traction control levers are in the disengaged (released) position.

Check the oil and fuel levels and add if necessary. Follow related instructions in the separate engine manual packed with your snow thrower.

WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

To Start Engine

Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert

ignition key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not turn key.

NOTE: Engine will not start unless the safety ignition key is inserted into ignition slot in the carburetor cover.

Electric Starter

WARNING: The electric starter is equipped with a grounded three-wire power cord and plug, and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. It must be used with a properly grounded three-prong receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock. Follow all instructions carefully prior to operating the electric starter.

Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are not certain.

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Cub Cadet 1345 SWE manual Operating Your Snow Thrower, Before Starting, To Start Engine