Benchmark 5554-513, Manual

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7
ASSEMBLY
GETTING STARTED
1. Remove the snow blower and all other items from the box.
2. Determine the left and right hand side of the snow blower by standing in the
normal operating position.
3. Check all items for shipping damage. If damage is found or suspected or if any
of the parts are missing, do not assemble. Instead, promptly inform the dealer
where you bought the snow blower or contact at 1-833-818-4111 for assistance.
4. Check to make sure the upper chute crank is included.
ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE
Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3
1. For easy assembly, the unit comes complete with most parts already connected.
To complete the handle assembly, please follow the steps below. For storage,
you can fold the handle as (Fig. 1 ).
2 . Secure the connection of the lower frame to the middle frame by fastening the
first set of joint fixing T-bolts and knobs on each side.
3. Before securing the upper frame, slide the extension cord restraint hook up the
upper frame (Fig. 3).
4. Secure the connection of the upper frame to the middle frame by fastening the
second set knobs and bolts on each side (Fig. 4).
Fig. 4
Fig. 5 Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Cable
clips
Cable
5. Clip the 2 chute clean-out tool clips on the side of the middle frame, and insert
the chute clean-out tool in the clips (Figs. 5 - 6).
6. Clip on the 2 cable clips on the frame, and insert the cable inside of the cable
clips (Fig. 7).