IVT SNWB-252-RC, Instruction Manual

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6. When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug
from the three–prong receptacle first and then from the
snow thrower.
Stopping the engine (5)
When finished using your machine, perform the
following steps to shut it down.
1. Run the engine (5) for a few minutes to help dry off
any moisture on the engine (5). Stop the auger (9) by
releasing the left control handle.
2. Place the throttle lever on ‘slow position’ ( )
3. Set the engine (5) switch to the OFF position
(remove the ignition key if provided). This will stop the
engine (5).
4. Move the fuel valve lever to the OFF position.
5. Remove snow from the machine surfaces.
WARNING! Never store your machine
for extended periods of time with fuel
in the tank. Fuel stabilizer can be
added to the fuel to extend its shelf
life for storage.
Electric starter
∙
Connect power cord to switch box on engine, then
to 230 volt AC receptacle.
∙
With the engine running, push starter button and spin
the starter for several seconds. The unusual sound made
by spinning the starter will not harm engine or starter.
∙ Disconnect the power cord from receptacle first,
and then from switch box.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
∙ Start your clearing path by throwing snow in a back
and forth motion. To clear in the opposite direction,
stop your machine and pivot it on its wheels to face the
opposite direction. Make sure to overlap clearing paths.
∙ If the machine hits an obstruction or picks up a
foreign object during use, stop the motor, remove the
obstruction, and inspect it for damage. Repair or replace
any damaged parts before restarting and operating with
machine.
∙ Determine the direction of the wind. If possible,
move in the same direction as the wind so that the snow
is not thrown against the wind, back into your face and
on the just cleared path.
∙ Do not walk in front of your running machine.
∙ Do not direct discharged snow towards bystanders.
∙ Do not apply additional man-made load to the
engine since this may damage the engine.
CAUTION! Do not use your hands to
unclog the machine.
NOTE: some parts of your machine may freeze under
extreme temperature conditions. Do not attempt to
operate your machine with frozen parts. If the parts
freeze while your machine is in use, stop your machine
and inspect the frozen parts. Thaw all parts before
restarting and operating your machine. Never force
parts or controls that have frozen. Never use an open
flame of any sort to thaw frozen parts.
Operation on pebbles, gravel or unpaved surfaces
To avoid throwing loose surface material along with the
snow, push down on the handle to raise the scraper at
the base of the unit above the pebbles or gravel.
Snow discharge direction
CAUTION! Never direct the snow
discharge chute (6) at the operator,
bystanders, vehicles or nearby windows.
The discharged snow and foreign
objects accidentally picked up by the
machine can cause serious damage
and severe bodily injury. Always point
the discharge chute (6) in the opposite
direction from potential hazards.
∙ The discharge chute (6) can be adjusted 190º by
rotating the chute directional control (4).
∙ Rotate the chute directional control (4) clockwise to
move the discharge chute (6) to the left.
∙ Counterclockwise to move the discharge chute (6)
to the right.
Skid shoes (8) adjustment
Adjustment of the skid shoes (8) governs the height
above the ground at which the auger shave plate
operates.
∙ For clearing snow from concrete, asphalt, and other
smooth surfaces, set the auger shave plate so that the
bottom of the shield scrapes the ground.
∙ For clearing snow from gravel, dirt, and other rough
surfaces to set the auger shave plate slightly above the
ground to avoid dirt and gravel from entering the auger (9).
The optimal height of the shield will vary depending on
the type of surface being cleared. Surfaces with larger
gravel or stones would require a more raised auger
shield plate.
1. Make sure your machine is on a solid, smooth, and
level surface.