Checking Oil Level
CAUTION: The engine is shipped with oil in the engine. You must, however, check the oil level prior to operating the snow thrower. Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage and void the engine warranty.
NOTE: Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the engine stopped.
1.Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe the dipstick clean. See Fig.
Fill between high 
and low marks
Figure
2.Insert the cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.
3.Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick. If the level is low, slowly add oil until the oil level registers between high (H) and low (L), Fig.
NOTE: Do not overfill. Overfilling with oil may result in engine smoking, hard starting or spark plug fouling.
4.Replace and tighten the cap/dipstick firmly before starting the engine.
Adjustments
Skid Shoes
The snow thrower skid shoes are adjusted upward at the factory for shipping purposes. Adjust them downward, if desired, prior to operating the snow thrower.
Caution: It is not recommended that you operate this snow thrower on gravel as it can easily pick up and throw loose gravel, causing personal injury or damage to the snow thrower and surrounding property.
For close snow removal on a smooth surface, raise the skid shoes higher on the auger housing.
Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared is uneven, such as a gravel driveway
NOTE: If you choose to operate the snow thrower on a gravel surface, keep the skid shoes in position for maximum clearance between the ground and the shave plate.
To adjust the skid shoes:
1.Loosen the four hex nuts (two on each side) and carriage bolts. Move the skid shoes to the desired position. See Fig.
Figure
2.Make certain the entire bottom surface of the skid shoe is against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes.
3.Retighten the nuts and bolts securely.
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