If not already attached, slip the cables that run from the handle panel to the chute assembly into the cable guide located on top of the engine. See Figure 4.

If not already attached, unwrap the headlight wire which is attached to the headlight, beneath the handle panel. Wind the headlight wire around the lower right handle until excess slack is removed. See Figure 4.

Cables

Cable

 

Guide

Discharge

 

Chute

 

Figure 4

Plug the wire from the headlight into the alternator lead coming from the right side of the engine underneath the fuel tank.

Alternator Lead

Alternator

Lead

Lamp Wire

NOTE: Tracks are omitted from illustration for clarity.

Figure 5

Clean-Out Tool

This tool, along with the electric cord, is fastened with a cable tie to the rear of the auger housing for shipping purposes. Cut the cable tie and remove the electric cord before operating the snow thrower.

SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOWTHROWER

Drive Control /

Shift Lever

 

Auger Control Lock

Chute Tilt

 

Heated Handles

Control

 

Heated Grip†

 

Switch†

 

Headlight†

Auger Drive Control

 

 

 

Chute

Track Steering

Electric

Assembly

Starter

Control

 

Button

 

 

Clean-Out

Primer

Switch

Tool

 

Box

 

Choke

Recoil

 

 

Starter

 

 

Handle

Chute Directional

 

Control

Safety

Closed

 

Ignition Key

 

Skid Shoe

Throttle

Open

Control

Auger

Fuel Shut-Off Valve

† Optional

 

 

 

*If Equipped

Figure 6

WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.

Drive Control / Auger Control Lock

The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the drive control to engage the wheel drive. Release to stop. See Figure 6.

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