IVT SNWB-163, Operating/Safety Instructions Manual

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Manual instruction | Snow blower
EN
Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper •
instructions on off-season storage.
WARNING: Restrict the use of this power
machine to persons who read,
understand and follow the warnings and
instructions in this manual and on the machine.
Controls
Drive Control (4)
The drive control is located on the right handle.
Squeeze the drive control to engage the wheel
drive. Release to stop.
IMPORTANT: Always release drive control before
changing speeds.
Auger Control (1)
The auger control is located on the left handle.
Squeeze the auger control to engage the augers.
Release to stop the snow throwing action. (Drive
control must also be released.)
IMPORTANT: Refer to Auger Control Test prior to
operating your snow thrower. Read and follow all
instructions carefully and perform all adjustments
to verify your snow thrower is operating safely
and properly.
Chute Tilt Control (3)
(SNWB-337; SNWB-208 )
The distance snow is thrown can be changed by
adjusting the angle of the upper chute. Move the
chute tilt control forward to decrease the distance,
and backwards to increase distance.
(SNWB-163)
The chute deflector controls the
snow throwing height. Raise or
lower the deflector to the desired
height of snow stream and tighten
the chute deflector knobs.
Note: Do not overtighten the
chute deflector knobs.
Skid Shoe (8)
The space between the shave plate and the ground
can be adjusted by positioning the skid shoes. Refer
to Skid Shoe Adjustment
Shift Lever (2)
The shift lever is located in the center of the handle
panel and is used to determine both ground speed
and direction of travel. It can be moved into any of
eight positions.
Forward •
Your snow thrower has six forward (F)
speeds, with position number one (1) being the
slowest speed.
Reverse • Your snow thrower has two reverse(
R) speeds, with position number one(1) being the
slowest speed.
Important: Always release drive control before
changing speeds.
Chute Directional Control (10)
The chute directional control is located on the left
side of the snow thrower.
To change the direction in which snow is thrown,
turn chute directional control as follows:
Crank clockwise to discharge to the left. •
Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the •
right.
Throttle Control (19)
the engine is limited to 3600rpm already and
doesnot be allowed to adjusted personally. It will
shut off when you push throttle control level to the
left side completely(“Stop”position)
Safety Ignition Key (16)
The safety ignition key must be fully inserted and
snapped in place before the unit will start. Remove
the ignition key to prevent unauthorized use of
equipment.
Headlight (11)
The headlight is on when the headlight knob on the
right side of the panel is pressed to “ON” position
and will be off when the knob is pressed to “OFF”
position.
Assembling your snow thrower
NOTE: Reference to right or left side of the snow
thrower is determined from behind the unit in
the operating position. The “operator’s position”
is defined as standing directly behind the snow
thrower, facing the handle panel.
Unpacking
Remove master carton from the snow thrower. 1.
Set panel aside to avoid tire punctures or 2.
personal inquiry.
Remove and discard plastic bag, if any, that 3.
covers the unit.
Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., 4.
Manual instruction Etc.).
Loose Parts
The augers are secured to the auger shaft with two