NOTE: Your unit is equipped with a clutch in the
transmission. If the wheels stop turning while trying to
discharge large volumes of snow, immediately
disengage the drive control bail and allow the rotating
augers to discharge snow from the housing. Reduce
the clearing width and continue operation.
Cleaning The Discharge Chute
The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the
rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip.
When snow and ice collect in the discharge chute
during operation, use this tool to safely clean the chute
and chute opening. Follow the steps below to operate it.
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On each succeeding pass, readjust the chute
deflector to the desired position and slightly overlap
the previously cleared path.
WARNING: Stop engine by removing
ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop
before using the chute clean-out tool.
Operating Tips
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For most efficient snow removal, remove snow
immediately after it falls.
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Release both auger and drive control bails.
Stop the engine and remove the ignition key.
Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures
it to the rear of the auger housing.
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.
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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 discharge chute.
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.
WARNING: Never use your hands to clean
snow and ice from the discharge chute or
auger housing.
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Re-fasten the chute clean-out tool to the mounting
clip on the rear of the auger housing. You can start
operating your snow thrower now.
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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.
SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER
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Lubricate pivot points on the auger control bail and
drive control bail with a light engine oil once a
season.
Lubricate the auger idler bracket with a light engine
oil once a season.
WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, disengage all controls and stop
engine. Wait until all moving parts have come
to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug
wire and ground it against the engine to
prevent unintended starting.
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General Recommendations
Lube here
1.
Always observe safety rules when performing any
maintenance.
2.
The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, operator must maintain the snow thrower
as instructed in this manual.
3.
Periodically check all fasteners and hardware to
make sure these are tight.
Lubrication
For a view of the lubrication points on the snow thrower,
see Figure 6.
Lube here
Figure 6
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