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Operating
Your Snow
Thrower
WARNING
The operation of
any snow thrower
can result in foreign
objects being thrown
into the eyes, which
can damage your
eyes severely. Always
wear safety glasses
while operating the
snow thrower, or while
performing any adjust-
ments or repairs on it.
Be sure no one other
than the operator is
standing near the snow
thrower while starting
engine or operating
snow thrower. Never
run engine indoors or
in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. En-
gine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly
gas. Keep hands, feet,
hair and loose clothing
away from any moving
parts on engine and
snow thrower.
Safety Key
The safety key must be pushed in place in order for
the engine to start. Pull the safety key out to prevent
unauthorized use of equipment.
Rocker Switch
The rocker switch is used to stop the engine. The switch
must be in the “ON” position in order to start the engine.
Auger Control
The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze
the control grip against the handle to engage the augers
and start snow throwing action. Release to stop.
Track Drive Control/ Auger Control
Lock (if equipped)
The track drive control is located on the right handle.
Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage
the drive. Release to stop.
The track drive control also locks the auger control so
you can operate the chute directional control without
interrupting the snow throwing process. If the auger
control is engaged simultaneously with the track drive
control, the operator can release the auger control (on
the left handle) and the augers will remain engaged.
Release both controls to stop the augers and drive.
IMPORTANT: Always release the track drive control
before changing speeds.
Two-Way Chute Control™ (optional)
This two-way control lever is meant to control the
distance of snow discharge from the chute. Tilt the lever
forward or rearward to adjust the distance snow will be
thrown.
Chute Directional Control (optional)
The chute directional control can be turned clockwise or
counterclockwise to change the direction in which snow
is thrown.
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Clean-Out Tool
WARNING: Never use your hands to
clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut
off engine and remain behind handles
until all moving parts have stopped
before unclogging.
1. Release both the auger control and the drive/auger
control lock.
2. Stop the engine by pushing the rocker switch to the
“OFF” position, pull out the safety key.
3. Remove the clean-out tool from the mounting clip.
4. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to
remove any snow and ice in the chute assembly.
5. Re-fasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on
the rear of the auger housing and restart engine.
6. 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.
Headlight
The headlight is on whenever the engine is running.
Track Steering Controls
The left and right track steering controls are located on the
underside of the handles and they are used to assist in
steering the snow thrower. Squeeze the right track control
when turning right, squeeze the left control when turning
left. Operate your snow thrower in open areas until you
become familiar with these controls. See Figure 4-1.
It is easier to maneuver a non-running snow thrower with
both track steering controls held in simultaneously.
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