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OPERATION

TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 14)

The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever 
located on the right side handle.

•      Squeeze auger control lever to handle to engage the 

auger and throw snow.

•      Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 16)

SELF-PROPELLING, forward and reverse movement of 
the snow thrower, is controlled by the traction drive control 
lever located on the left side handle.

•         Squeeze traction drive control lever to handle to en gage 

the drive system.

•      Release traction drive control lever to stop the forward 

or reverse movement of the snow thrower.

SPEED and DIRECTION are controlled by the drive speed 
control lever.

•      Press downward on the speed control lever and move 

lever to de sired po si tion BE FORE engaging the trac-
 tion drive control lever. Be sure lever springs back and 
locks into desired position.

CAUTION: Do not move speed con trol le ver 
when traction drive control lever is en gaged. 
Damage to the snow thrower can result.

•      Slower speeds are for heavier snow and faster speeds 

are for light snow and transporting the snow thrower. It 
is recommended that you use a slower speed until you 
are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower.

HIGH POSITION

CHUTE
DEFLECTOR
LOW POSITION

KNOB

FIG. 13

USING THE CLEAN-OUT TOOL (See Fig. 15)

In certain snow conditions, the discharge chute may be-
come clogged with ice and snow. Use the clean-out tool to 
dislodge this blockage.

When cleaning, repairing, or in spect ing, make 
certain all controls are disengaged and the 
auger/impeller and all moving parts have 
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and 
keep the wire away from the spark plug to pre-
vent accidental starting.

•         Release the auger control lever and shut off the engine.

•         Remove the clean-out tool from it's mounting clip.  Grasp 

the tool fi rmly by the handle and push and twist the tool 
into the discharge chute to dislodge the blockage. 

After the packed snow has been dislodged, return the clean-
out tool to it's mounting clip by pushing it into the clip.

•         Make sure the discharge chute is pointed in a safe direc-

tion (no vehicles, buildings, people, or other objects are 
in the direction of discharge) before restarting the engine.

•     Restart the engine, then squeeze the auger control 

lever to the handle to clear snow from the auger hous-
ing and the discharge chute.

CLEAN-OUT 
TOOL

FIG. 15

MOUNTING CLIP

DISCHARGE CHUTE

AUGER 
CONTROL 
LEVER

FIG. 14

DRIVE SPEED
CONTROL LEVER

TRACTION DRIVE 
CONTROL LEVER

FIG. 16

Summary of Contents for 199215

Page 1: ...Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away WARNING Read the Owner s Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious i...

Page 2: ...wn from the machine Operation 1 Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times 2 Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross ing gravel...

Page 3: ...rt speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when operating in reverse 13 Disengage power to the collector impeller when snow thrower is transported or not in use 14 Use only attachments an...

Page 4: ...parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CARTON 1 Remove all accessible loose parts and parts b...

Page 5: ...FIG 1 INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD See Figs 3 and 4 The traction drive control rod has the long loop on the end of the spring as shown 1 Slide rubber sleeve up rod and hook end of spring into pi...

Page 6: ...snow thrower were overinflated at the fac tory for shipping purposes Correct and equal tire pressure is important for best snow throwing performance Reduce tire pressure to 14 17 PSI AUGER CONTROL RO...

Page 7: ...Save this manual for future reference These symbols may appear on your snow thrower or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning FORWARD PRIMER IGNITION KEY INSERT TO...

Page 8: ...ndle used for starting the engine Primer pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine Choke control used for starting a cold engine MEETS A N S I SAFET...

Page 9: ...HOKE CONTROL See Fig 11 The choke control is located on the engine Use the choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine To engage choke turn knob clockwise S...

Page 10: ...mmended that you use a slower speed until you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower HIGH POSITION CHUTE DEFLECTOR LOW POSITION KNOB FIG 13 USING THE CLEAN OUT TOOL See Fig 15 In certain...

Page 11: ...and screw tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill To change engine oil see TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL in the Mainte...

Page 12: ...help dry off any mois ture on the engine To avoid possible freeze up of the starter proceed as fol lows ELECTRIC STARTER 1 Connect the power cord to the engine 2 Plug the other end of the power cord i...

Page 13: ...esuretheyarefunctioningproperly LUBRICATION Keep your snow thrower well lubricated See LUBRICATION CHART MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION CHART SAE 30 Motor Oil See ENGINE in Maintenance section Engine oil Piv...

Page 14: ...cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine 8 Refill engine with oil through oil dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS section...

Page 15: ...install a new 1 4 20 x 2 shoulder shear bolt Install 1 4 20 lock nut and tighten securely CAUTION Do not substitute Use only original equipment shear bolts as supplied with your snow thrower 4 Connect...

Page 16: ...wly raises handles to rejoin the auger housing and frame assembly pull up on the auger belt and squeeze sides together above pulley so belt is fully seated in groove of pulley 11 Bring snow thrower co...

Page 17: ...engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems take your snow thrower to a qualified service center Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel...

Page 18: ...FULL position 1 Move choke to OFF position runs roughly 2 Blockage in fuel line 2 Clean fuel line 3 Stale fuel 3 Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel 4 Water in fuel 4 Drain fuel tank and carbu...

Page 19: ...19 SERVICE NOTES...

Page 20: ...does not apply to any product which has been sub jected to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or to normal wear of the product 5 Exclusions Excluded from this W...

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