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Chute Distance
Control
The chute distance control lever on
the handle panel adjusts the angle of
the chute. Move this lever forward to
decrease the distance and rearward
to increase the distance that snow is
thrown.
Packed Snow: Locks the front end of the snow thrower
down to the ground for hard-packed or icy snow
conditions.
Chute Directional
Control
The chute directional control is
located on the left side of the snow
thrower. Use it to change the
direction in which snow is discharged
from the chute assembly. Avoid by-
standers, animals or cars and
buildings by adjusting the direction of
discharge.
Chute Clean-Out
Tool
The chute clean-out tool is designed to clear a clogged
discharge chute. Refer to page 12 for instructions on
how to properly use it.
CLOCKWmSE
TO
DISCHARGE
LEFT
COUNTER
CLOCKWISE
TO DISCHARGE
RIGHT
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WARNING:
Never use your hand to clear a
clogged discharge chute. Shut off engine and
remain behind handles until all moving parts
have stopped before unclogging.
Headlight
The headlight is on whenever the engine is running.
Skid Shoe
The skid shoe position is determined by the condition of
the ground from where snow has to be removed. Higher
the snow level, lower will be the skid shoe level. Adjust
it accordingly.
Track Steering
Controls
The left and right track steering
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controls are located on the underside
of the handles and they are used to
assist in steering the snow thrower.
Squeeze the right track control when turning right,
squeeze the left control when turning left. Operate your
snow thrower in open areas until you become familiar
with these controls.
Track Lock Lever
The track lock lever is located on the right side of the
snow thrower and is used to select the position of the
auger housing and the method of track operation. Move
the lever to the right, then forward or backward to one of
three positions described below. See Figure 11.
Transport:
Raises the front end of the snow thrower for
easy transport. Using proper caution, this position may
also be used on many gravel driveways to clear snow
while leaving gravel undisturbed.
Normal Snow: Allows the tracks to be suspended
independently for continuous ground contact.
Packed
Snow
Normal /
Snow
Figure 11
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine
when pushed down completely. Refer to the
accompanying engine manual for more information.
Before Starting Engine
Engine Oil
The unit is shipped with oil in engine. For subsequent
fill-ups, refer to grade specifications on page 13. Follow
the steps below before starting engine each time.
1.
Remove the dipstick from the oil fill. For location of
the oil fill, refer to the engine manual.
2.
Check that the level of oil is up to the FULL mark on
the dipstick.
3.
If the oil level is not upto FULL, pour fresh oil slowly
through the plug.
4.
Replace dipstick and check oil level again.
Gasoline
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ARNING:
Since gasoline is flammable,
use caution when handling or storing it. Do not
fill fuel tank when engine is running or in an
enclosed area or it is hot. Keep your snow
thrower away from open flame or electrical
spark. Do not smoke while filling the fuel tank.
IMPORTANT:
Your snow thrower is
equipped with a plastic fuel tank insert for
shipping purposes. Please discard it
before filling up gasoline for the first time.
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Always use clean, fresh, unleaded
grade automotive gasoline.
•
Avoid using alcohol blended fuels which can attract
moisture and damage fuel system if left in tank
during storage.
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