Simplicity EASY-TURNTM TRACTION CONTROL, STOP THE SNOWTHROWER, DISCHARGE CHUTE, DEFLECTOR, AND GRIP, WARMER, unit, tu n, Grip Warmer (High/Low), Chute Deflector (Up/Down)

OPERATION

7.Press the grip warmer switch (Figure 5) to the LEFT/RIGHT position to heat the hand grips. See Discharge Chute, De- flector, and Grip Warmer in this section.

8.Use the speed select lever (E, Figure 1) to select the forward drive speed. Set the speed select lever to one of the following positions as determined by snow conditions:

1-2 Wet, Heavy, Slushy, Extra Deep

3Moderate

4 Very Light

5 Transport

WARNING: Never run engine indoors or in an enclosed, poor ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS.

•Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and snow thrower.

•Temperature of muffler and nearby areas can exceed 150°F (66°C). Avoid these areas.

•DO NOT allow children or young teenagers to operate or be near snow thrower while it is operating.

NOTE: When clearing wet, heavy, snow, it is recommended			EASY-TURNTMTRACTION CONTROL
that the ground speed of the unit be reduced, maintained			For easy turning when using the snowthrower, squeeze the Easy-
full throttle and do not attempt to clear the full width of the
			TurnTM lever (see Figure 2).
unit.
9. To stop moving forward, release the traction control lever (D).			Engaging the Easy-TurnTMlever releases the left traction wheel,
10. To move the snowthrower backwards, move the speed select			but allows the right wheel to continue driving. Releasing the Easy-
	lever into either first or second reverse position and engage		TurnTM lever automatically engages both drive wheels for full trac-
	the traction control lever.		tion (see Figure 3).
STOP THE SNOWTHROWER			NOTE: The Easy-TurnTMwill be more difficult to activate
			under a heavy l ad. Activate the lever before beginning a
1. Release the auger control lever (C, Figure 1).			tu n.
2. Release the traction control lever (D).			DISCHARGE CHUTE, DEFLECTOR, AND GRIP
3.	Turn the ON/OFF key (A, Figure 10) to the OFF posi ion
4.	Move the throttle control lever (B) to SLOW and then he forWARMER
	STOP position.		Discharge Chute Rotation (Left/Right)
5.	Remove the key. Keep the key out of the reach f children.		1. Press the chute rotation switch to the UP/DOWN position and
6. After the engine stops, turn the fuel shut-off valve (C) to the			hold to rotate the chute to the left or right (A, Figure 4).
	closed position.	Not	2. After the desired position is obtained, release the switch to
			the CENTER position to turn off.
			Chute Deflector (Up/Down)
	WARNING: Read Operator’s Manual before o erating
			1. Press the chute deflector switch to the UP position and hold
	machine. This machine can be dangerous if us d
	carelessly.		to provide a higher stream and greater distance (B, Figure 4).
•	Never operate the snowthrower without all guards, cov rs,		2. Press the switch to the DOWN position and hold to provide a
	shields in place.		lower stream and less distance.
• Never direct discharge towards windows or allow			3. After the desired position is obtained, release the switch to
	bystanders near machine while engine is running.		the CENTER position to turn off.
• Stop the engine whenever leaving theReproductionoperating
	position.		Grip Warmer (High/Low)
			1. Press the grip warmer switch to the LEFT position for the
• Disconnect spark plug before unclogging the impeller			HIGH setting (see Figure 5).
	housing or the discharge chute and before making
	repairs or adjustments.		2. Press the switch to the RIGHT position for the LOW setting.
• When leaving the machine, remove the safety key. To			3. Move the switch to the CENTER position to turn the grip
	reduce the risk of fire, keep the machine clean and free		warmer OFF.
	from spilled gas, oil, and debris.

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