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Operating Tips
Clean-Out Tool
WARNING: Never use your hands to
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Forimmediatelymost efficientafter itsnowfalls.removal, remove snow
clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut
off engine and remain behind handles
until all moving parts have stopped
before unclogging.
Dischargeoverlap eachsnowpreviousdownwindswath.whenever possible. Slightly
Set the slide shoes 1/4” below the shave plate for
normal usage. The slide shoes may be adjusted to low
position, see Figure for hard-packed snow.
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Rcontroleleaselock.both the auger control and the drive/auger
Stopposition.the engine by moving the throttle to the stop
Remove the clean-out tool from the mounting clip.
Operation
NOTE: It is not recommended that you operate
this snowthrower on gravel as loose gravel can be
easily picked up and thrown by the auger causing
personal injury, property damage and/or damage to your
snowthrower.
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Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to
remove any snow and ice in the chute assembly.
Re-fasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on
the rear of the auger housing and restart engine.
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If for some reason, you have to operate the
snowthrower on gravel, keep the slide shoe in the
highest position for maximum clearance between the
ground and the shave plate.
WARNING
While standing in the operator’s position (behind the
snow thrower), engage the auger control for a few
seconds to clear any remaining snow or ice from the
chute assembly before continuing to clear snow.
Never use your
hands to clean
snow and ice
from the chute
assembly or
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Be certain to follow the precautions listed under “To
Stop Engine” to prevent possible freeze-up.
Clean the snowthrower thoroughly after each use.
auger housing.
The temperature of
muffler and the sur-
rounding areas may
exceed 150° F. Avoid
these areas
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