Frontier ST1332, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
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OPERATING TIPS
1. For optimum snow blower efficiency, adjust ground
speed, not the throttle. REMEMBER − if the wheels slip,
forward speed will be reduced. The engine is designed
to deliver optimum performance at full throttle and must
be run at this power setting at all times.
2. Most efficient snowblowing is accomplished when snow
is removed immediately after it falls.
3. For complete snow removal, slightly overlap each swath
previously taken.
4. Snow should be discharged downwind whenever pos-
sible.
5. For normal usage, set the skids one − eighth inch (3 mm)
below the scraper bar. For extremely hard − packed snow
surfaces, the skids may be adjusted upward to insure
cleaning efficiency.
6. On gravel or crushed rock surfaces, the skids should be
set at 1 − 1/4 inch (32 mm) below the scraper bar (see To
Adjust Skid Height, in the Adjustment/Repair section in
this manual). Rocks and gravel must not be picked up
and thrown by the machine.
7. After the snowblowing job has been completed, allow the
engine to idle for a few minutes, to melt snow and ice ac-
cumulated on the engine.
8. Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.
9. Remove ice and snow accumulation and all debris from
the entire snow thrower, and flush with water (if possible)
to remove all salt or other chemicals. Wipe snow thrower
dry.
10. Before starting snow blower, always inspect augers and
impeller for ice accumulation and/or debris, which could
result in snow blower damage.
11. Check oil level before every start. Make sure the oil is at
the FULL mark on the oil fill cap/dipstick.