SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER
NOTE: All references to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position. The “operator’s position” is defined as standing directly behind the snow thrower, facing the handle panel.
Hardware Pack
A ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY | ||
| Flange Lock Nuts | |
Hex Screws | ||
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Chute Flange Keepers | ||
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B REPLACEMENT SHEAR BOLTS | ||
| Shear Bolts | Flange Lock |
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| Nuts |
Figure 1
•The augers are secured to the auger shaft with two shear bolts and flange lock nuts. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the bolts may shear. Two replacement shear bolts and nuts are provided for your convenience. Store in a safe place until needed. See Figure 1.
IMPORTANT: NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with standard hex bolts. Any damage to the auger gearbox or other components from standard hex bolts will not be covered by your snow thrower’s warranty.
•Remove the lower plastic wing nut, cupped washer, and carriage bolt from each side of the lower handle. See Figure 2.
Wing Nut |
Carriage Bolt |
Bell Washer |
Figure 2
NOTE: Before proceeding, look at the lower rear of the snow thrower frame to be sure the spring (found at the end of each cable) is attached to its actuator bracket See Figure 3.
•Pivot the upper handle assembly forward until it locks over the lower handle. See Figure 2.
•Secure the upper handle and lower handle with the two plastic wing nuts, bell washers and carriage bolts previously removed from the lower hole.
•Firmly tighten all four wing nuts to secure the upper handle to the lower handle.
•Slide the shift rod connector down over the end of the lower shift rod. Tap the connector until it locks over the lower shift rod. See Figure 3.
NOTE: If the connector is not properly assembled, the shift rod will pivot and you will not be able to change speeds or change directions.
Assembling Handle
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
IMPORTANT: Make any adjustments, as instructed on Page 11, before operating your snow thrower. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to the snow thrower.
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