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5. The front PTO switch on the tractor dash panel
controls the snow throwing action. Engage the
snow thrower auger by pulling the PTO switch to
the "Engaged" position. Push the switch to the
"Disengaged" position to stop the snow throwing
action.
C. OPERATION
The following steps describe methods for safe and
proper operation of this snow thrower. Refer to
"SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES" on page 2 of
this manual for additional safe operating practices.
1. The snow thrower is capable of handling heavy
snow conditions. 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 the tractor and snow
thrower.
WARNING: Whenever the snow thrower
is installed on the front of the tractor, use
rear weights on the tractor to counterbal-
ance the weight of the snow thrower and
provide stability to the tractor. See "TO
THE OWNER" on page 5.
2. Before placing the snow thrower into operation:
a. Check all nuts and bolts for correct tightness.
Be sure that all parts are properly assembled.
b. Test all controls for proper operation.
• Tractor lift handle
• PTO switch
• Discharge chute control crank assembly
• Discharge chute tilt control
c. Inspect the tractor and snow thrower to make
certain both are in good operating condition.
d. Fill the tractor's fuel tank outdoors. Avoid
spilling fuel onto the engine or any other
source of heat or combustion. Do not fill the
tank while the engine is running. Wipe up any
spilled fuel before starting the engine.
3. The auger speed is directly related to the engine
speed. For optimal snow removal and discharge,
maintain high engine R.P.M. (full throttle). Control
the tractor's ground speed using the forward con-
trol pedal of the tractor (refer to tractor Operator's
Manual if necessary). It is recommended that the
tractor be operated at a slow ground speed for saf-
er handling and efficient snow removal.
4. Snow removal conditions vary greatly from light
fluffy snowfall to wet heavy snow. Therefore, oper-
ating instructions must be flexible to fit the condi-
tions encountered. The operator must adapt the
tractor and snow thrower to the depth of snow,
wind direction, temperature and surface condi-
tions.
5. In deep, drifted or banked snow, it will be
necessary to use full throttle and a slow ground
speed. Drive the auger into the snow, stop and
allow the auger to clear the snow. Repeat this
method until a path is cleared. On the second pass
(and
each
succeeding
preceding pass enough to allow the auger to
handle the volume of snow without having to stop
the tractor.
6. In extremely deep snow, the snow thrower may be
raised to the transport position, then slowly driven
into the deep snow to remove the top layers first.
However, do not drive the tractor into a snow bank
where the snow has not been cleared to the
ground level. Stop the tractor's forward movement
and allow the auger to clear the snow. Reverse the
tractor and lower the snow thrower to the ground
to clear the remaining snow. Working with
repeated passes into and out of drifts, even the
deepest snow piles can be cleared.
D. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: If the snow thrower becomes
plugged with snow or jammed due to hit-
ting a foreign object, disengage the snow
thrower immediately and stop the tractor
engine.
WARNING: Never place your hand into
the discharge chute to remove plugged
snow. Use a wooden dowel rod, or simi-
lar object, to unclog the chute. Never use
your hand to remove any object jam-
ming the auger or impeller. Use an
appropriate tool (dowel rod, bar, etc.) to
remove the obstruction.
WARNING: If the auger is jammed or bent
from hitting a foreign object, disengage
the PTO, stop the tractor engine, and
remove the spark plug wire(s) from the
spark plug(s). Use the appropriate tool to
remove the foreign object from the auger
and inspect for damage. If damage is
noted, repair or replace damaged compo-
nents prior to continuing operation.
Reconnect the spark plug wires and
resume operation.
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