OPERATION
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 16)
SCRAPER BAR (See Fig. 17)
SELF-PROPELLING, forward and reverse movement of
the snow thrower, is controlled by the traction drive control
lever located on the left side handle.
The scraper bar is not adjustable, but is reversible. After
considerable use it may become worn. When it has worn
almost to the edge of the housing, it can be reversed,
providing additional service before requiring replacement.
Replace a damaged or worn scraper bar.
•
Squeezetractiondrivecontrollevertohandletoengage
the drive system.
•
Release traction drive control lever to stop the forward
or reverse movement of the snow thrower.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 18)
The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped, from
the factory, already filled with oil.
SPEED and DIRECTION are controlled by the drive speed
control lever.
•
Press downward on the speed control lever and move
lever to desired position BEFORE engaging the trac-
tion drive control lever. Be sure lever springs back and
locks into desired position.
1.
Check engine oil with snow thrower on level ground.
2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert
the dipstick and screw tight, wait for a few seconds,
remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until
“FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.
CAUTION: Do not move speed control lever
when traction drive control lever is engaged.
Damage to the snow thrower can result.
•
To change engine oil, see “TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL”
in the Maintenance section of this manual.
ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 18)
•
Slower speeds are for heavier snow and faster speeds
are for light snow and transporting the snow thrower. It
is recommended that you use a slower speed until you
are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower.
•
Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not over-
fill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a
minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30
days to assure fuel freshness.
TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 17)
HIGH POSITION
(LOW GROUND
CLEARANCE)
WARNING: Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
AUGER
HOUSING
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gaso-
hol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and forma-
tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an engine while in
storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel
system should be emptied before storage of
SCRAPER BAR
SKID PLATE
HEX
NUTS
LOW POSITION (HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE)
FIG. 17
30
days or longer. Empty the gas tank, start
NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be
the engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. SeeStorageInstructionsforadditional
information. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
used to adjust the skid plates.
Skid plates are located on each side of the auger housing
and adjust the clearance between the scraper bar and the
ground surface. Adjust skid plates evenly to proper height
for current surface conditions. For removal of snow in
normal conditions, such as a paved driveway or sidewalk,
place skid plates in the highest position (lowest scraper
clearance) to give a 1/8" clearance between the scraper
bar and the ground. Use a middle position if the surface
to be cleared is uneven.
CHOKE CONTROL
THROTTLE PRIMER
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP /
DIPSTICK
SAFETY
IGNITION
KEY
NOTE: It is not recommended to operate the snow thrower
overgravelorrockysurfaces.Objectssuchasgravel,rocks
or other debris, can easily be picked up and thrown by the
impeller, which can cause serious personal injury, property
damage or damage to the snow thrower.
•
If snow thrower must be operated over gravel surface,
use extra caution and be sure skid plates are adjusted
to lowest (highest scraper clearance) position.
GASOLINE
FILLER CAP
FUEL SHUT-
OFF VALVE
1.
2.
Shut off engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Adjust skidplatesbylooseningthehexnuts, thenmov-
ing skid plate to desired position. Be sure both plates
are adjusted evenly. Tighten securely.
RECOIL
STARTER BUTTON
STARTER
HANDLE
POWER CORD PLUG
NOTE: ALL ITEMS ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION.
ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WITH ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT.
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FIG. 18
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