Quadivator ST50 Assembly/Operators/Parts Manual page 19

NOTE –
Starting the Completely Assembled ST50 with ATV for the first time!
Initial Start Up the Quadivator ST50:
1. Allow the engine to warm up to operating temperature before engaging
the ST50 for the first time.
2. Engage the clutch for the ST50 at just above idle, then run the engine to
maximum RPM, and allow the ST50 to rotate or operate for several minutes
to reach operating temperatures in all of the drives.
3. Shut the ST50 and the engine off and check all drives for operation!
4. Restart the engine of the ST50 and start use as a snow thrower.