Yard-Man 31AH763G401 Operator's Manual page 9

• Push the toggle switch to the left to rotate the chute
counterclockwise.
• Push the toggle switch to the right to rotate the
chute clockwise.
IMPOFrI'ANT:Release the switch once the chute has
completed its rotation cycle in either direction. Failure to
do so can result in damage to the electric chute motor
and/or its drive gear.
Turn Trigger
The left and right turn triggers are located on the
underside of the handles and are used to assist in
steering the snow thrower. Squeeze the right trigger
when turning right; squeeze the left trigger when turning
left. Operate snow thrower in open areas until you
become familiar with these controls,
"Stay Warm" HandlesSwitch
This switch is located on the right side of the snow
thrower handle panel. To activate the heated handles,
toggle the switch to the right to generate heat within the
handles. Toggle the heated handles switch to the left
into the OFF position after using the snow thrower.
NOTE: The heated handles are a compliment to, not a
substitute for, proper cold weather outerwear for hands.
It is recommended that the user wear adequate winter
protection for hands (like gloves/mittens) when
operating this snow thrower,
ChuteTilt Control
The distance snow is thrown can be changed by
adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Move the
chute tilt control forward to decrease the distance, and
towards the rear to increase the distance.
DischargeChute
The angle of the discharge chute controls the distance
that the snow is thrown. Tilt the discharge chute up for
greater distance; tilt down for less distance.
Skid Shoe
The position of the skid shoe is determined by the
condition of the ground from where snow has to be
removed. Refer to page 7 for details.
FuelShut-off V alve(if equipped)
The fuel shut-oft valve, if so equipped, is located under
the fuel tank. This valve controls fuel flow from the tank,
Always make sure it is in the open (vertical) position
before attempting to start the engine. See Figure 10.
Headlight
The headlight is on whenever the engine is running,
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine, it regulates
the speed of the engine. See Figure 10.
Safety Ignition Key
The safety ignition key must be fully inserted in the
switch before the unit will start. Remove key when snow
thrower is not in use, Do not attempt to turn the key.
See Figure 10.
Primer
Switch
Box
Starter
Button
Control Starter
Handle
?°se_/L_ "_.- Fuel Shut-Off
Op_n-F _1 Valve (if equipped)
Figure 10
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
housing and the method of track operation. Move the
lever to the right, then ronsard or backward to one of the
three positions as described below. See Figure 11.
Transport: Raises the front end of the snow threwe r 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: Locks the front end of the snow thrower
down to the ground for hard-packed or icy snow
conditions.
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Figure 11