Yard Machines 500 Series Operator's Manual page 13

Drift Cutters (if so equipped)
The drift cutters are designed for use in deep snow. Their use
is optional for normal snow conditions. Maneuver the snow
thrower so that the cutters penetrate a high standing snow drift
to assist snow falling into the augers for throwing.
Heated Grips (if soequipped)
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This switch is located on the rear of the snow thrower dash panel.
To activate the heated handles, toggle the switch to the "ON"
position to generate heat within the handle grips. Toggle the
switch to the "OFF" position after using the snow thrower.
The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the
control grip against the handle to engage the augers and start
snow throwing action. Release to stop.
DriveControl / AugerClutchLock
DRIVE CONTROL
The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the
control grip against the handle to engage the wheel drive.
Release to stop.
The drive control also locks the auger control so that you can
operate the chute directional control without interrupting
the snow throwing process. If the auger control is engaged
simultaneously with the drive control, the operator can release
the auger control (on the left handle) and the augers will remain
engaged. Release both controls to stop the augers and wheel
drive.
NOTE: Always release the drive control before changing speeds.
Failure to do so will result in increased wear on your machine's
drive system.
SteeringTriggerControls (if so equipped)
STEERING TRIGGER CONTROLS
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The left and right wheel steering trigger controls are located on
the underside of the handles.
Squeeze the right control to turn right.
Squeeze the left control to turn left.
1 _ CAUTION: Operate the snow thrower in open areas
until you are familiar with these controls.
ChuteClean-OutTool
_ ARNING! Never use your hands to clear a
clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain
behind handles until all moving parts have stopped
before unclogging.
The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of
the auger housing with a mounting clip. Should snowand ice
become lodged in the chute assembly during operation, proceed
as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening:
1. Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control.
Stop the engine as instructed in the separate engine
manual.
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Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to
the rear of the auger housing.
Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to
dislodge and scoop any snow and ice which has formed in
and near the chute assembly.
5. Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the
rear of the auger housing, reinsert the key and start the
snow thrower's engine.
While standing in the operator's position (behind the snow
thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any
remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly.
SECTION 4
-- CONTROLS AND FEATURES
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