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Clearing
Auger
or Impeller
Jams
A WARNING:
The auger and impeller rotate at fast speeds that can cause damage
or even amputation
to body parts. Even if you do not see the auger or impeller
rotating, they may start at any time if the engine is running.
•
Always turn off the engine before attempting to clear any clogs or jams.
•
Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts while the engine is running.
•
Do not wear loose fitting clothing that can become entangled
in rotating parts.
To clear a jam in the auger or impeller:
1. Turn off the snow thrower engine
2. Wait until the auger and compeller
have come to a full stop.
3. Clear any visible jams using a long stick or broom handle.
DO NOT try to clear
jams with your hands or feet.
4. If the jam is too difficult to clear, do not force it out. Call the customer service
line at (888) 315-3080.
Checking
Tire Pressure
TIMELINE:
Before each use for best performance.
To get the best performance
from your snow thrower, the pressure in the tires should be
equal and in the range of 20 to 24 PSI. To check the tire pressure, unscrew the inflation
nozzle cap and attach an ordinary tire pressure gauge as shown in figure 15. If needed,
inflate using an air compressor
or other compressed
air source.
DO NOT OVER-
1NFLATE.
Figure 15- Checking tire pressure
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Adding
Oil
TIMELINE:
Before each use, you should check the oil level in the snow thrower:
1. Unscrew the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean dry cloth (figure 16).
Now replace the cap.
2. Remove the oil filler cap again and inspect the attached dipstick.
Oil should now
be visible on the stick.
Ifoil is not visible on the stick, you may need to add more
oil and repeat these steps to check the proper oil level. Use a regular car motor oil
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