IVT SNWB-163, Operating/Safety Instructions Manual

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Manual instruction | Snow blower
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Clean-Out Tool
The clean-out tool (13) is conveniently fastened
to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting
clip. Should snow and ice lodge itself in the chute
assembly during operation proceed as follows to
safely clean the chute and chute opening
Release both the Auger Control (1) and the Drive •
Control (4).
Stop the engine by moving the throttle (19) to •
the stop position.
Remove the clean-out tool (13) from the •
mounting clip.
Use one end of the clean-out tool to dislodge •
and scoop any snow and ice which has formed in
and near the chute assembly
WARNING: Never use your hands to
clean snow and ice from the chute or
auger housing. Use the clean-out or a
stick to unclog.
Refasten the clean-out tool (13) to the mounting •
clip on the rear of the auger housing, and restart the
engine.
While standing in the operator’s position (behind •
the snow thrower), engage the auger control (1) for
a few seconds to clear any remaining snow and ice
from the chute assembly.
Operating Tips
NOTE : Allow the engine to warm up for a few
minutes. The engine will not develop full power
until it reaches operating temperature.
WARNING: The temperature of the
muffler and the surrounding areas may
exceed 150°F (65.5°C) Avoid these
areas.
For the most efficient snow removal, remove •
snow immediately after it falls.
Discharge the snow downwind whenever •
possible .
Slightly overlap each previous path. •
Set the skid shoes (8) 1/4” below the shave plate •
for normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted
upward ( to lower the shave plate) for hard-packed
snow. Adjust downward ( to raise the shave plate)
when using on gravel or crushed rock.
Be certain to follow the precautions found in the •
To Stop Engine section to prevent possible freeze-
up.
Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each •
use.
Adjusting your Snow thrower
WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any
adjustments while the engine is
running, except where specified in the
operator’s manual.
Auger Control
Refer to Auger Control Test in the Operating Section
to adjust the auger control.
Drive Control and Shift Lever
To check the adjustment of the drive control clutch
(4) and shift lever (2), proceed as follows:
With the engine off, move the shift lever (2) all •
the way forward to the highest speed. With the drive
control (4) Released, push the snow thrower forward.
The unit should roll forward. Then engage the drive
control. The wheels (9) should stop turning.
Now release the drive control (4) and push the •
unit again.
Move the shift lever (2) back to the fast reverse •
position then all the way forward again. There
should be no resistance in the shift lever (2), and the
wheels should keep turning.
If you have resistance when moving the shift •
lever (2) or the wheels (9) stop when they should
not, loosen the jam nut on the drive control cable
and unthread the cable one turn.
If the wheel do not stop when you engage the •
drive control (4), loosen the jam nut on the drive
control and thread the cable in one turn.
Recheck the adjustment and repeat as necessary. •
Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct
adjustment is reached.
(SNWB-337; SNWB-208)
If you are uncertain that you have reached the
correct adjustment, proceed as follows:
a
b