Operating Instructions
Snow Removal
WARNING
Foreign objects in snow may be thrown farther than the snow. Use the slowest brush speed that will perform the job. Stay aware of the broom discharge direc- tion at all times.
1.The rotary broom works best on snow depths of 4 in. (10 cm) or less. Larger amounts of snow can be moved if the ground speed is reduced.
2.To avoid snow being blown back onto the tractor and operator, sweep with the wind blowing in the direction of broom discharge.
Lawn Thatching and Leaf Raking
CAUTION
Optional gauge wheels must be installed to perform these types of operation in or- der to avoid excessive brush ground con- tact.
1.Bristles should barely touch the ground for lawn thatching, and barely touch the grass in leaf rak- ing operations.
2.Slower brush speed and ground speed are more adequate for lawn thatching. This will pre- vent “bouncing” which could damage the lawn due to excessive ground contact.
3.Minimize dust by sweeping when moisture is high (but not wet) whenever possible.
TWO-STAGE SNOWBLOWER CONTROLS
Chute Rotation Handle
The chute rotation handle is located on the rear of the snowblower head, on the lower RH side of the discharge chute. The chute rotates in a 228 degree arc, by cranking the rotation handle. Turning the handle clockwise rotates the chute clockwise. Turning the handle counterclockwise rotates the chute counterclockwise.
Rotate Chute
Clockwise
Rotate Chute
Counterclockwise
Chute Rotation
Handle
Chute Rotation Handle
Deflector Position Control Knobs
Set the angle of the deflector according to the dis- tance the snow must be thrown. To adjust the de- flector angle, loosen the two knobs on the sides of the deflector, slide the deflector to the required an- gle, and securely retighten the two knobs.
Deflector Position
Control Knobs
Deflector Position Control Knobs
TWO-STAGE SNOWBLOWER OPERATION
CAUTION
Before operating the snowblower, read and understand all Safety Instructions and
Operating Instructions.
Raising and Lowering the Snowblower
Refer to Implement Lift Switch in this section.
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