Snapper LE3171R Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual page 30

Section 2 -OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Objects can be thrown by the snow thrower while it
is in operation. Thrown objects could cause serious
injury to the operator or bystanders. Always wear
safety goggles or other suitable eye protection.
Keep people and pets away from area.
DANGER
DO NOT clean out discharge chute with hands.
Contact with moving parts inside chute will cause
serious injury. Use clean out tool provided with
machine.
2.2.6. ENGAGING AUGER
1. Pull auger control against handle to engage
auger. See Figure 2.6.
WARNING
Release auger clutch control and make sure
auger/impeller has STOPPED before rotating
dischargechute or adjusting deflector. DO NOT place
hands near auger/impeller while engine isrunning.
2.2.7. DISCHARGE CHUTE and DEFLECTOR
ADJUSTMENT
1. Release auger control and allow auger to come
to a complete stop before performing any
adjustments.
2. Loosen deflector knob and position deflector to
desired angle. Retighten knob.
3. Rotate discharge chute in desired direction.
See Figure 2.7.
2.2.8. STOPPING
Stop the auger by releasing the auger control.
Stop the engine by turning the key switch to the
"OFF" position. Always remove key from key
switch before leaving machine unattended. See
Figure 2.8.
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