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OPERATION
HIGH
POSITION
KNOB
CHUTE
DEFLECTOR
LOW POSITION
FIG. 13
TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 14)
The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever located on the right side handle.
•Squeeze auger control lever to handle to engage the auger and throw snow.
•Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow.
AUGER
CONTROL
LEVER
FIG. 14
USING THE CLEAN-OUT TOOL (See Fig. 15)
In certain snow conditions, the discharge chute may be- come clogged with ice and snow. Use the
When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain all controls are disengaged and the auger/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug to pre- vent accidental starting.
•Restart the engine, then squeeze the auger control lever to the handle to clear snow from the auger hous- ing and the discharge chute.
DISCHARGE CHUTE |
TOOL |
MOUNTING CLIP |
FIG. 15
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 16)
•Squeeze traction drive control lever to handle to engage the drive system.
•Release traction drive control lever to stop the forward or reverse movement of the snow thrower.
SPEED and DIRECTION are controlled by the drive speed control lever.
•Press downward on the speed control lever and move lever to desired position BEFORE engaging the trac- tion drive control lever. Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position.
CAUTION: Do not move speed control lever when traction drive control lever is engaged. Damage to the snow thrower can result.
•Slower speeds are for heavier snow and faster speeds are for light snow and transporting the snow thrower. It is recommended that you use a slower speed until you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower.
TRACTION DRIVE
CONTROL LEVER
•Release the auger control lever and shut off the engine.
•Remove the
After the packed snow has been dislodged, return the clean- out tool to it's mounting clip by pushing it into the clip.
•Make sure the discharge chute is pointed in a safe direc- tion (no vehicles, buildings, people, or other objects are
in the direction of discharge) before restarting engine. 10
DRIVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER
FIG. 16