WARNING
If any safety decals become worn or damaged, and cannot be read, order replacement
decals from your local dealer.
Chute Danger Decal
A
Auger Danger Decal
B
Safety System Tests
Determining Which Test to Use
Models with Free Hand™ Control:
After engaging the traction control (left hand) and
auger control (right hand), Free Hand allows the operator to release the auger control, and
for the auger control to remain engaged until the traction control is released. Free Hand
models have the icon set shown in Figure 2 on the dashboard.
Models without Free Hand Control:
On units without Free Hand, the auger and traction
controls operate independently, and the Free Hand icon set is not found on the dashboard.
Please select the appropriate Safety System Test for your unit.
Safety System Test (units without Free
Hand control)
WARNING
Amputation hazard
This snowthrower is equipped with several mechanical safety systems designed to keep
the operator safe while using the unit. Check the operation of these systems regularly
using the safety system tests listed. If the unit fails to operate as described, DO NOT
operate it. See your authorized dealer for service immediately.
Test 1 - Auger/Impeller Control
With the engine running:
• Press down on the auger control lever. (The auger/impeller should rotate)
• Release the auger control lever. (The auger/impeller should stop within 5 seconds)
Test 2 - Traction Drive Control
With the engine running and speed control in 1st gear:
• Press down on the traction control lever. (The unit should move forward)
• Release the traction control lever. (The unit should stop)
Safety System Test (units with Free Hand
control)
WARNING
Amputation hazard
This snowthrower is equipped with several mechanical safety systems designed to keep
the operator safe while using the unit. Check the operation of these systems regularly
using the safety system tests listed. If the unit fails to operate as described, DO NOT
operate it. See your authorized dealer for service immediately.
Test 1 - Auger/Impeller Control
With the engine running:
• Press down on the auger control lever. (The auger/impeller should rotate)
• Release the auger control lever. (The auger/impeller should stop within 5 seconds)
Test 2 - Traction Drive Control
With the engine running and speed control in 1st gear:
• Press down on the traction control lever. (The unit should move forward)
• Release the traction control lever. (The unit should stop)
Test 3 - Free Hand Control
With the engine running:
• Engage the auger and traction control levers, then release the auger control lever.
(Both controls should remain engaged)
• Next, release the traction control lever. (Both controls should release)
Features and Controls
Engine Features and Controls
For engine features and controls, please refer to the engine operator's manual.
Snowthrower Features and Controls
Description
Icon
Location
Auger Control Lever
- Used to engage and
disengage the auger and impeller. To engage,
push down. To disengage, release.
A
Speed Select Lever
- Allows the operator to
select forward and reverse speeds. To shift, move
speed select lever to desired position.
NOTE: Do not move speed select lever while
Traction Control is engaged. This may result
in severe damage to the drive system.
1
R1
R2
2
3
B
Chute Rotation Crank - In-Dash (if equipped)
-
Used to rotate the discharge chute to the left or
right.
C
Chute Rotation Crank - Lefthand Crank (if
equipped)
- Used to rotate the discharge chute to
the left or right.
D
Chute Rotation Switch - Electric (if equipped)
-
Used to rotate the discharge chute to the left or
right.
E
Free Hand™ Control (if equipped)
- After
engaging the traction control (left hand) and auger
control (right hand), allows the operator to release
the auger control lever to use other controls.
F
Traction Control Lever
- Used to propel
snowthrower forward or reverse. Push down to
engage, release to disengage. See also,
"Free-Hand Control".
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