Drift Cutters (If so Equipped)

Steering Trigger Controls (If so Equipped)

The drift cutters are designed for use in deep snow. Their use is optional for normal snow conditions. Maneuver the snow thrower so that the cutters penetrate a high standing snow drift to assist snow falling into the augers for throwing.

Heated Grips (If so Equipped)

CAUTION: It is recommended that you wear gloves when using the heated grip. If the heated grip become too hot, turn it off.

To activate the heated grips, move the switch found on the rear of the dash panel into the ON position. To turn off the heated grips, move the switch found on the rear of the dash panel to the OFF position.

Auger Control

The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the augers and start snow throwing action. Release to stop.

Drive Control / Auger Clutch Lock*

The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the wheel drive. Release to stop.

*On select models, the drive control also locks the auger control so that you can operate the chute directional control without interrupting the snow throwing process. If the auger control is engaged simultaneously with the drive control, the operator can release the auger control (on the left handle) and the augers will remain engaged. Release both controls to stop the augers and wheel drive.

NOTE: Always release the drive control before changing speeds. Failure to do so will result in increased wear on your machine’s drive system.

The left and right wheel steering trigger controls are located on the underside of the handles.

•Squeeze the right control to turn right.

•Squeeze the left control to turn left.

CAUTION: Operate the snow thrower in open areas until you are familiar with these controls.

Chute Clean-Out Tool

WARNING! Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging.

The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip. Should snow and ice become lodged in the chute assembly during operation, proceed as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening:

1.Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control.

2.Stop the engine. Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual. Remove the key.

3.Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to the rear of the auger housing.

4.Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to dislodge and scoop any snow and ice which has formed in and near the chute assembly.

5.Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing, reinsert the key and start the snow thrower’s engine.

While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly.

Section 4 — Controls and Features

 

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