•
Confirm that the auger has completely stopped
rotating and shows NO signs of motion.
few seconds to clear any remaining snow and ice
from the chute assembly.
IMPORTANT: If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating,
immediately return to the operator’s position and shut
off the engine. Wait for ALL moving parts to stop before
re-adjusting the auger control.
Drift Cutters
Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow
thrower in heavy drift conditions.
(on models so equipped)
•
To readjust the control cable, loosen the hex jam
nut on the auger control cable “Z” fitting.
Rotate the coupling end of the cable
counterclockwise to provide more slack.
Retighten the hex jam nut. See Figure 1.
Repeat Auger Control Test to verify proper
adjustment has been achieved.
On models so equipped, drift cutters are assembled to
the auger housing inverted. Remove the carriage bolts
by unthreading the hex nuts which secure them, and
reinstall the drift cutters in their proper position before
operating the snow thrower. See Figure 2.
•
•
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Drift
Cutter
Z Fitting
Hex Nut
Carriage Screws /
Hex Nuts
Cable Should
Be Straight
Figure 2
If your unit is not equipped with drift cutters, contact
Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for
information regarding price and availability.
Figure 1
Chute Clean-Out Tool
Snow Thrower Model
Drift Cutter Kit
All models
OEM-390-679
The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the
rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip. Should
snow and ice become lodged in the chute assembly
during operation, proceed as follows to safely clean the
chute assembly and chute opening:
Tire Chains
(on models so equipped)
Tire chains should be used whenever extra traction is
needed. If your unit is not equipped with tire chains,
contact Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for
information regarding price and availability.
•
Release both the Auger Control and the Drive
Control.
•
Stop the engine by moving the throttle control to the
stop position.
Remove the clean-out tool from the mounting clip.
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.
Operating Tips
•
•
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes
after starting. The engine will not develop full power
until it reaches operating temperature.
WARNING: Never use your hands to clear
a clogged chute. Shut off engine and remain
behind handles until all moving parts have
stopped. Use the clean-out tool or a stick to
unclog.
WARNING:
surrounding areas become hot and can
cause a burn. Do not touch.
The muffler, engine and
•
•
•
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. Adjust downward
when using on gravel or crushed rock.
•
•
Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on
the rear of the auger housing, and restart the
engine.
While standing in the operator’s position (behind
the snow thrower), engage the auger control for a
•
Avoid possible starter freeze-up. Clean the snow
thrower thoroughly after each use.
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