Controls and Features
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Snow thrower controls and features are described below and
illustrated in Figure 4-1.
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located in the right side of the
handle panel and is used to determine ground
speed and direction of travel.
Forward
There are six forward (F) speeds. Position one (1) is
the slowest and position six (6) is the fastest.
Reverse
There are two reverse (R) speeds. One (1) is the
slower and two (2) is the faster.
Skid Shoes
Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions. Adjust
upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward when
operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces. See Set-Up &
Assembly section.
Augers
When engaged, the augers rotate and draw snow into the auger
housing.
Chute Assembly
Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out the chute
assembly.
Headlight
The headlight is located on the handle panel and is automatically
turned on when the engine is started.
† If Equipped
Drive Control
Headlight
Chute Assembly
Clean Out
Tool
Drift Cutter †
Augers
Skid Shoe
Shift Lever 4-Way Chute Directional Control/
Two-Way Chute-Pitch Control †
Auger Control
Steering Trigger Control
Overhead Chute
Directional Control †
Heated Grips †
Figure 4-1
