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Maintenance

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY  FROM 

ACCIDENTAL STARTING TURN THE POWER 

SWITCH OF THE ENGINE TO ITS “OFF” POSITION.

Wait for the engine to cool, and remove the spark plug wire 

before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning 

procedures.

Spark Plug Maintenance:

1.  Disconnect spark plug wire from end of plug. Clean out debris 

from around the spark plug.

2.   Using the spark plug wrench provided, remove the spark plug.

Inspect the spark plug. If the electrode is oily, clean it using 

a clean, dry rag. If the electrode has deposits on it, polish it 

using emery paper. If the white insulator is cracked or chipped, 

replace the spark plug.

3.  When installing a new spark plug, adjust the plug’s gap to the 

specification on the technical specification chart. Do not pry 

against the electrode or the insulator, the spark plug can be 

damaged (see Figure 11).

4.  Install the new spark plug or the cleaned spark plug into the 

engine. Gasket style spark plugs should be finger-tightened 

until the gasket contacts the cylinder head, then turned about 

1/2 to 2/3 more rotation. Non-gasket-style spark plugs should 

be  finger-tightened until the plug contacts the head, then 

about 1/16 turn more.

!

WARNING

Figure 11

Spark Plug Gap

0.028”~ 0.031”

Summary of Contents for 106371

Page 1: ...BLOWER This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death MODEL 106371 Operation Ma...

Page 2: ...1100 W 120th Ave Suite 600 Westminster CO 80234 720 287 5182 For Service or Questions Call 1 877 487 8275 720 287 5182 www dirtyhandtools com Dirty Hand Tools is a brand of...

Page 3: ...nt Safety Information 4 Overview 7 Assembly 8 Filling with Gasoline and Oil 10 Operation Precautions 11 Operation Controls 13 Operation 14 Maintenance 16 Troubleshooting 24 Storage 27 Warranty and Spe...

Page 4: ...d Use Do Not Use the snow blower for any purpose other than for which it was designed Any other use is unauthorized and may result in serious injury or death Personal Protective Equipment Wear ANSI ap...

Page 5: ...ards in place and in proper working order Keep all people except the operator a minimum of 25 feet from the snow blower during operation Do not transport the snow blower with the engine running Do not...

Page 6: ...T 2 USE CLEAN OUT TOOL TO UNCLOG DISCHARGE CHUTE DO NOT USE HANDS 3 DISENGAGE CLUTCH LEVERS STOP ENGINE AND REMAIN BEHIND HANDLES UNTIL ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED BEFORE UNCLOGGING OR SERVICING MAC...

Page 7: ...x for future use as a storage container COMPLETELY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATOR S MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THE SNOW BLOWER DRIVE CONTROL LEVER AUGER CONTROL LEVER CHUTE DIRECTION CONTRO...

Page 8: ...e control lever on the handlebars then slip the wire off Attach the other end of the auger wire with the spring mechanism to the connection and reattach the auger wire to the control lever reinserting...

Page 9: ...hardware kit see Figure 5 Lubricate both ends of the chute directional control crank with petroleum jelly paraffin wax or light machine oil SKID SHOE HEX NUT 2 PLACES Attaching the Wheels 1 Attach bo...

Page 10: ...k before starting the snow blower DO NOT REFUEL INDOORS OR NEAR ANY SOURCE OF POSSIBLE COMBUSTION DO NOT SMOKE WHILE FUELING DO NOT OVERFILL THE SNOW BLOWER IS SHIPPED WITHOUT FLUIDS YOU MUST ADD OIL...

Page 11: ...augers Wait ten seconds for the augers to stop rotating Never use your hands to clear out the augers or discharge chute Always use the clear out tool provided or a similar tool 4 Keep all people exce...

Page 12: ...Operate the equipment with appropriate footware gloves and clothing Avoid loose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts 5 After striking a foreign object stop the engine remove the wire...

Page 13: ...p Auger Control Lever The auger control is located on the right handle The auger control engages the rotating auger and pushes snow upwards through the discharge chute Squeeze the control grip against...

Page 14: ...the engine s carburetor Then pull the recoil starter handle gently until resistance is felt Allow cable to retract fully and then pull it quickly Repeat until the engine starts 4 Allow the engine to...

Page 15: ...hange speeds or direction of travel without first releasing the drive control and bringing the snow blower to a complete stop Shifting between speeds or directions while the drive control is is engage...

Page 16: ...very 6 Mo Annually Procedure Each Use 20 Hours 100 Hours 300 Hours Check Engine Fuel Level X X X X Check Engine Oil Level X Change Engine Oil X1 X Check General Equipment Condition X Lubricate Gear Sh...

Page 17: ...he electrode has deposits on it polish it using emery paper If the white insulator is cracked or chipped replace the spark plug 3 When installing a new spark plug adjust the plug s gap to the specific...

Page 18: ...5 Replace the drain plug and tighten it 6 Clean the top of the dipstick and the area around it Remove the dipstick by threading it counterclockwise and wipe it off with a clean lint free rag Note Do n...

Page 19: ...ear pins on the auger shaft see Figure 14 Spray lubricant inside shaft around the spacers Also lubricate the flange bearings found at either end of the shaft Gear Case The auger gear case has been fil...

Page 20: ...skid shoes on the bottom of the snow blower are subject to wear They should be checked periodically and replaced when necessary To remove skid shoes 1 Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange nu...

Page 21: ...self tapping screws which secure it see Figure 18 3 Roll the auger belt off the engine pulley see Figure 19 4 Loosen and remove the shoulder screw which restrains the belt from jumping off of the pull...

Page 22: ...e Figure 19 4 Loosen and remove the shoulder screw which restrains the belt from jumping off of the pulley Unhook the support bracket spring from the frame see Figure 20 5 Remove the belt from the aug...

Page 23: ...tension with the lever in the upwards disengaged position see Figure 24 1 To adjust the tension loosen the hex nut unthread the hex nut to move it down the screw length one half inch or more 2 Next ro...

Page 24: ...place spark plug Crank engine a few times and try to start Clogged fuel filter Replace fuel filter If the engine still will not start visit our web site at www dirtyhandtools com or call 1 877 487 827...

Page 25: ...both sides This adjustment allows the auger to come into closer contact with the ground surface Snow not evenly removed from surface Tires not inflated evenly Check tire pressure inflate both tires to...

Page 26: ...ontrol wire is too loose If there is too much slack in the drive control wire the drive will not be engaged properly Turn off the engine Adjust the the tension of the drive control wire see page 23 Dr...

Page 27: ...r see Figure 25 Remove the 6 hex bolts on the muffler and slide the mufffler cover off of the engine to access the carburetor 5 Clean out area around spark plug and remove Pour one tablespoon of engin...

Page 28: ...rchase Place of Purchase SKU Part No 106371 Description 24 Dual Stage Snow Blower Operating Width 24 Operating Height 20 Transmission 5 Speeds Forward 2 Speeds Reverse Engine 212CC DHT EPA CARB Approv...

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