IVT SNWB-196(4+1), Manual

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Instruction manual
∙ Never direct discharge at children, bystanders and
pets or allow anyone in front of the machine.
∙ Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to
clear snow at too fast of a rate.
∙ Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold
on the handles. Walk, never run.
∙ Disengage power to the auger when transporting
or not in use.
∙ Never operate machine at high transport speeds on
slipper surface. Look down and behind and use care
when in reverse.
If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it
against the engine. Inspect thoroughly for damage.
∙ Disengage all controls and stop engine
before you leave the operating position (behind the
handles). Wait until the auger comes to a complete
stop before unclogging the chute assembly, making any
adjustments or inspections.
∙ Never touch a hot engine or muffler.
∙ Only operate the controls while the engine is
running.
∙ Never put your hand in the discharge or collector
openings. Always use the clean-out tool provided to
unclog the discharge opening. Do not unclog chute
assembly while engine is running. Shut off engine
and remain behind handles until all moving parts have
stopped before unclogging.
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure that all
components are included. Refer to the drawings on this
manual. If any parts are missing or broken, please call
an IVT assistance center.
CONTROL EXPLANATION
Shift lever (2)
The shift lever (2) is used to determine both ground
speed and direction of travel. It is situated on the panel.
It can be moved into different positions (forward or
reverse).
WARNING! Always release the drive
control (1) before changing speeds.
Primer
Depressing the primer forces fuel directly into the
engine’s carburetor to aid in cold-weather starting.
Choke Control
The choke control is found on the rear of the engine and
is activated by rotating the knob. Activating the choke
control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and
aids in starting the engine.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine
when pushed down completely.
Drive control (1)
The drive control (1) is located on the left handle.
Squeeze the drive control (1) to engage the wheel drive.
Release to stop.
Auger control (3)
The auger control (3) is located on the right handle.
Squeeze the auger control (3) against the handle to
engage the auger (8) and start snow throwing action.
Release to stop the snow throwing action.
Chute directional control (4)
Hold the handle of chute directional control (4) and
move right or left to change the direction of snow out.
Loosen the knob on the chute deflector (6) to adjust
the distance of snow throwing. Raising the angle will
increase the throwing distance.
Skid shoe (7)
The space between the shave plate and the ground can
be adjusted by positioning the skid shoes (7). Position
the skid shoes (7) based on surface conditions. Adjust
upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward when
operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
Clean-out tool (9)
The clean-out tool (9) helps you to clean out the clogged
chute assembly, never use your hands.
Shut off the engine and remain behind handles until all
moving parts have stopped before unclogging.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Installing the panel and handles.
The panel is installed with one handle already. All you
need is to fix the other handle to the panel together with
the cable.
∙ Hang the cable to the lever of separate handle [F1]
∙ Put the handle against the panel and fix it with bolts
together with the cable seat or washers [F2]
∙ Take up the panel with handles, and insert them
into the handle seat of the machine. and fix the handles
accordingly with Take installing bolts, nuts and washers
[F3].
∙ Take out the nut from the end of gear rod, insert the
gear rod end to the gear plate, and fix it with pin [F4].