Operation
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Starting Motor
WARNING: Avoid accidental starting. Make sure you are in the operating position behind the snow thrower when using it. To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit should be in a stable position while starting.
Connecting to an Electrical Power Source
WARNING: This snow thrower should be operated on a 15 or 20 AMP circuit. If you experience difficulty in starting with a standard 15 AMP fuse or circuit
breaker, contact an authorized service dealer. Do not use a higher rated fuse or breaker without consulting your power company.
NOTE: Connect your extension cord to the snow thrower as instructed in the Assembly &
1.Plug your extension cord into any convenient (indoor or outdoor)
15 ampere breaker.
NOTE: To avoid tripping circuit breakers, select an outlet on a circuit that is not overloaded. Do NOT select an outlet that is on a circuit hosting appliances such as a refrigerator.
2.Insert key. Refer to Figure
Motor Control Lever
Starter Button
Key
Figure
3.Stand behind the snow thrower in the operating position.
4.Press the red starter button and hold it in. See Figure
NOTE: Starting the snow thrower’s motor also engages the auger.
5.While holding the starter button in, squeeze the motor control lever against the upper handle to start the motor and engage the auger. See Figure
NOTE: The snow thrower’s motor will NOT start if you fail to hold the starter button in while pivoting the motor control handle upward.
6.Release the red starter button.
Stopping the Motor
WARNING: The auger continues to rotate for a few seconds after the motor is shut off. If motor does not come to a stop when the motor control handle is
released, unplug the snow thrower from the outlet, and contact an authorized service dealer.
Release the motor control lever to stop the motor and auger.
Engaging the Drive
Lift up slightly on the handle to allow the rubber paddles on the auger to contact the pavement and propel the snow thrower forward. Pushing downward on the handle will raise the auger off the ground and stop the forward motion.
NOTE: Excessive upward pressure on the handle will result in premature wear on the rubber auger blades which are not covered by the warranty.
Adjusting the Chute Assembly
The pitch of the chute assembly controls the angle at which the snow is thrown.
1.Loosen the wing knob found on the left side of the chute assembly and pivot the upper chute upward or downward to the desired pitch. Retighten the wing knob before operating the snow thrower. See Figure
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