3

Setting Up

A

Your Snow

 

Thrower

B

NOTE: References to

 

right or left side of the

Figure 3-1

snow thrower are deter-

 

mined from behind the

 

unit in the operating

 

position.

 

NOTE: This Operator’s

 

Manual covers several

 

models, handle panels,

 

lights and chute cranks

 

are some features that

 

may vary by model.

 

Not all features refer-

 

enced in this manual

 

are applicable to all

 

snow thrower models.

Figure 3-2

NOTE: Two replace- ment auger shear pins are included with this manual (or stowed

in the plastic handle panel). Refer to Augers in the Maintainance Section for more information regarding shear pin replacement.

Figure 3-3

IMPORTANT: The snow thrower is shipped with oil and WITHOUT GASOLINE. After assembly, refer to separate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations.

1.Observe the lower area of the snow thrower to be sure both cables are aligned with roller guides.

a.Pull up and back on upper handle as shown in Figure 3-1. Align upper handle with the lower handle.

b.Tighten hand knobs securing upper handle to lower handle.

2.Remove wing nut and hex screw from chute control assembly and clevis pin and cotter pin from chute support bracket. See Figure 3-2. Position the chute assembly (forward-facing) over the chute base.

3.Place chute assembly onto chute base and secure chute control assembly to chute support bracket with clevis pin and cotter pin removed earlier. See Figure 3-3.

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