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SECTION 7: CONTROLS
The snow thrower controls are conveniently located
at the operator's position on the tractor.
Upper Chute
Discharge
Chute
Figure 25
LIFT LEVER
The lift lever which is used to raise and lower snow
thrower is located on the right hand side of tractor. To
raise snow thrower, pull back on lift lever until it
reaches over center stop. To lower snow thrower,
push lift lever forward slowly until snow thrower
reaches ground level.
SECTION 8: OPERATION
The snow thrower is capable of handling heavy
snow conditions. If given the opportunity to function
within reasonable requirements, it should give many
years of service. Become fully familiar with all
aspects of both the tractor and snow thrower prior to
its usage. Do not remove any guards or covers
while operating tractor and snow thrower.
BEFORE OPERATING SNOW THROWER
1. Make certain to change the oil in the tractor
engine to winter weight oil (SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30).
2. Make certain all nuts and bolts are tightened
securely. Be sure that all parts are properly
assembled.
3. Test all controls for smooth operation.
a. Discharge chute control crank
b. Lift lever
c. PTO lever
4. Check the tractor and snow thrower to make
certain both are in good operating condition.
5. Fill
gas
tank
out-of-doors.
gasoline over engine. Do not fill tank while
engine is running. Wipe up any spilled gas.
DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL CRANK
The discharge chute control crank is located on the
left hand side of the snow thrower. The chute crank
controls the direction in which snow is thrown. The
discharge radius is 180 degrees. Turn crank to the
right to direct snow to the right hand side. Turn to the
left to direct snow to left hand side.
Chute Tilt
Chute
Handle
PTO LEVER
Crank
Rod
The PTO lever is located on the right hand side of the
tractor. The spirals are engaged by lifting the PTO
lever to the ENGAGED position. Lower the PTO lever
to the DISENGAGED position to stop the snow
throwing action.
CHUTE TILT HANDLE
The chute tilt handle assembly is also located on the
left hand side of the snow thrower assembly. The
upper chute of the discharge chute assembly pivots
downward when the tilt handle is pushed forward,
decreasing the distance snow is thrown. Pulling the
handle backwards pivots the upper chute upward,
increasing the distance snow is thrown. Refer to
Figure 25.
OPERATING SPEED
Start tractor engine and run at full throttle. The spiral
speed is directly related to engine speed. For
maximum snow removal and discharge, maintain
high engine R.P.M. (full throttle). The tractor's
forward speed is controlled by selecting one of the
forward speeds. It is advisable to operate the tractor
at a slow ground speed (1st gear) for safe and
efficient snow removal. Use the lift lever to lower the
snow thrower to the ground. Engage the spirals
using the PTO lever.
SNOW CONDITIONS
Snow removal conditions vary greatly from light
fluffy snowfall to the wet heavy snow. Therefore
operating instructions must be flexible to fit
conditions encountered. The operator must adapt
the tractor and snow thrower to depth of snow, wind
direction, temperature, and surface conditions.
Avoid
spilling
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