How To Stop The Snow Thrower
(Figure 1)
1.To stop discharging snow, release the auger drive lever (5).
2.To stop the wheels, release the traction drive lever (1).
3.To stop the engine, move the stop switch (13) to the OFF position.
CAUTION: To stop the engine, do not move the choke control to CHOKE position. Backfire or engine damage can occur.
How To Go Forward or Backward (Figure 1)
1.To change the ground speed, first release the traction drive lever (1) and then move the speed shift lever (6) to the desired speed.
2.Ground speed is determined by snow conditions. Select the speed by moving the speed shift lever (6) into the appropriate notch on the shift lever plate.
Speed 1, 2 | Wet, Heavy |
Speed 3 | Light |
Speed 4 | Very Light |
Speed 5, 6 | Transport only |
3.To go forward, engage the traction drive lever (1). Maintain a firm hold on the handle as the snow thrower starts to move forward. Guide the snow thrower by moving the handle either left or right. Do not attempt to push the snow thrower.
4.To go backward, release the tractor drive lever (1).
5.Move the speed shift lever (6) into either first or second reverse.
6.Engage the traction drive lever (1).
IMPORTANT: Do not move the speed shift lever (6) while the traction drive lever (1) is engaged.
How To Throw Snow (Figure 1)
1.Engage the auger drive lever (5).
2.To stop throwing snow, release the auger drive lever (5).
WARNING: The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating the snow thrower. We recommend standard safety glasses or use a wide vision safety mask over your glasses.
How To Use The Wheel Lockout Pin
(Figure 13)
1.The right hand wheel is secured to the axle with a klick pin (1). This unit was shipped with this klick pin (1) through the wheel hole in the locked position (2).
2.For ease of maneuverability in light snow conditions, change the klick pin (1) to an unlocked position (3).
3.Disconnect the klick pin (1) from the wheel locked position (2). Push the klick pin (1) through the unlocked axle hole only. The unit is now in the single wheel drive unlocked position (3).
Before Starting The Engine
1.Before you service or start the engine, familiarize yourself with the snow thrower. Be sure you understand the function and location of all controls.
2.Check the tension of the clutch cable before starting the engine. See “How To Adjust The Clutch Cable” in the Maintenance section of this manual.
3.Make sure that all fasteners are tight.
4.Make sure the height adjust skids are properly adjusted. See “How To Adjust The Height Of The Skids” in the Maintenance section of this manual.
5.Check the air pressure in the tires. The correct air pressure is 14 PSI (1 BAR) to 17 PSI (1.25 BAR). Do not exceed the maximum amount of air pressure shown on the side of the tire.
How To Stop The Engine (Figure 1)
1.Push the stop switch (13) to the OFF position.
2.Pull out the safety key (8).
CAUTION: To stop the engine, do not move the choke control to CHOKE position. Backfire or engine damage can occur.
How To Start The Engine (Figure 1)
Models equipped with an Electric Starter
NOTE: An electric starter kit can be added to recoil start engines. Electric starter kits are available from your nearest authorized service center.
WARNING: The starter is equipped with a three−wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on
A.C. household current. The power cord must be properly grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of electrical shock which can injure the operator. Carefully follow all instructions in the “How To Start The Engine” section. Make sure that your house wiring is a three−wire grounded system. If you are not sure, ask a licensed electrician. If your house wire system is not a three−wire grounded system, do not use this electric starter under any conditions. If your system is grounded but a three−hole grounded receptacle is not available to start the engine, have a three−hole grounded receptacle installed by a licensed electrician. To connect an A.C. power cord, always connect the power cord to the switch box (11) on the engine first. Then, plug the other end into the three−hole grounded receptacle. When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug the end from the three−hole grounded receptacle first.
How To Start A Cold Engine (Figure 1)
1.Check the engine oil.
2.Fill the fuel tank with regular unleaded petrol. See “How To Prepare The Engine”.
3.Make sure the traction drive lever (1) and the auger drive lever (5) are in the disengaged (released) position.
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4.Push the stop switch (13) to the ON position.
5.Push in the safety key (8).
6.Rotate the choke knob (14) to the CHOKE position.
7.(Electric Start) Connect the power cord to the starter motor located on the engine.
8.(Electric Start) Plug the other end of the power cord into a three−hole, grounded A.C. receptacle. (See the WARNING in this section).
9.Push the primer button (9). Every time you push the primer button (9), wait two seconds. For the number of times required to push the primer button (9), see the engine manufacturer’s instructions.
10.(Electric Start) Push on the electric start button (10) until the engine starts. Do not crank for more than 5 seconds at a time.
Wait one minute between starts to allow the starter to cool.
11.(Recoil Start) Slowly pull the recoil starter handle (12) until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to start the engine. Do not allow the recoil starter handle (12) to snap back. Slowly return the recoil starter handle (12).
12.If the engine does not start in 5 or 6 tries, See the “Trouble Shooting Chart” Instructions.
13.Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes. As the engine warms up, adjust the choke knob (14) toward the RUN position. Wait until the engine runs smoothly before each choke adjustment.
14.(Electric Start) First disconnect the power cord from the three−hole receptacle. Then, disconnect the power cord from the starter motor.
NOTE: In temperatures below 0
F (-18
C), allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before blowing snow.
WARNING: Never run the engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts located on the engine or the snow thrower. The temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150°F (66°C). Avoid these areas.
How To Start A Warm Engine (Figure 1)
If an engine has been running and is still warm, leave the choke control (14) in the off position and do not push the primer button (9). If the engine fails to start, follow the instructions “How To Start A Cold Engine”.
NOTE: Do not use the primer button (9) to start a warm engine.
How To Start An Engine With A Frozen Electric Starter (Figure 1)
If the electric starter is frozen and will not turn the engine, follow the instructions below.
1.Pull as much starter rope as possible out of the starter.
2.Release the starter handle and let it snap back against the starter. Repeat until the engine starts.
