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While the auger control is engaged, squeeze the
traction drive control to move, release to stop. Do
not shift speeds while the drive is engaged.
NOTE: This same lever also locks the auger control so
you can turn the chute directional
control
without
interrupting the snow throwing process.
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Release the auger control; the interlock mechanism
should keep the auger control engaged until the
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traction drive control is released.
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Release the traction drive control to stop both the
augers and the wheel drive.
WARNING:
To stop the auger, both levers
must be released.
To Throw Snow
CAUTION: Check the area to be cleared for foreign
objects. Remove, if any.
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Start the engine following Starting instructions.
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Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction,
away from bystanders and/or buildings. Move the
chute distance control forward or backward to
adjust the distance the snow is to be thrown.
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Select the speed according to snow condition.
CAUTION: Never move the shift lever without first
releasing the drive clutch.
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Engage the auger control and traction drive control
levers following instructions above.
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The interlock feature will allow you to remove your
left hand from the auger control lever.
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When clearing the first pass through the snow,
control the traction speed of the snow thrower
according to the depth and condition of snow.
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To turn the unit left, squeeze left trigger; to turn
right, squeeze right trigger.
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On each succeeding pass, readjust the chute
deflector to the desired position and slightly overlap
the previously cleared path.
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After the area is cleared, stop the snow thrower
following instructions given below.
Operating Tips
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes
as the engine will not develop full power until it reaches
operating temperature.
WARNING:
The temperature of muffler and
the surrounding
areas may exceed 150 ° F.
Avoid these areas.
For most efficient snow removal, remove snow
immediately after it falls.
Discharge snow downwind whenever possible.
Slightly overlap each previous swath.
Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the scraper bar for
normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted
upward for hard-packed snow.
NOTE: It is not recommended
that you operate this
snow thrower on gravel as loose gravel can be easily
picked up and thrown by the auger causing personal
injury and/or damage to the snow thrower.
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If for some reason, you have to operate the snow
thrower on gravel, keep the skid shoe in the highest
position for maximum clearance between the
ground and the shave plate.
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Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.
Before Stopping
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Run engine for a few minutes to help dry off any
moisture on engine.
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To avoid possible freeze-up of the starter, follow
these steps:
Recoil Starter
a.
With the engine running, pull the starter rope
with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three
or four times.
Electric Starter
a.
Connect power cord to switch box, then to
120 Volt AC receptacle.
b.
While the engine is running, push the starter
button and spin the starter for several
seconds.
c.
Disconnect power cord from the receptacle
first, then from the snow thrower.
NOTE: The unusual sound from pulling the starter rope
or from spinning the starter will not harm the engine.
To Stop The Snow Thrower
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To stop the wheel, release the traction drive lever
on the snow thrower.
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To stop throwing snow, release auger drive lever.
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To stop engine, push throttle control lever to OFF
and pull out the key. Do not turn key.
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