Powersmart PSS1210LED, Instruction Manual

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CLEARING SNOW
Once your Snow Thrower has been running outside for several minutes, it is now ready for use. Make
sure the path in front of your Snow Thrower is free from people, animals, objects, and all other
obstructions except for snow.
Adjust the chute outlet to the desired direction.
Turn the chute rotation handle clockwise or counter-clockwise until the desired position is reached.
WARNING! Never direct the chute outlet toward people or animals. While snow may seem harmless,
it can contain rocks or other debris that can cause serious injury when projected through the chute.
1. Engage/depress the auger control handle to start the augers and impeller turning.
2. Set the desired direction and speed using the speed control lever.
3. Engage/depress the drive control handle and direct the snow thrower into the snow to be cleared.
NOTICE: Do not change speed positions while the drive is engaged. Disengage the drive control
handle BEFORE changing speeds or directions. If the snow is deeper than the height of the auger,
remove it in several steps taking narrower swaths. Make several passes with the auger overlapping
the cleared areas and reduce forward speed.
For the best clearing efficiency, clear snow before it melts, refreezes and hardens. Hard packed and
wet snow can be very difficult to clear.
Clearing wet heavy snow can be a challenge, depending on ambient temperature, humidity levels, and
overall climate conditions including actual snow conditions, there may be no 100% solution as snow
may be too wet or compacted to move or throw. Wet snow will tend to clog and stick more to the
augers and chute. Keep the auger engaged as much as possible when clearing wet snow to help
prevent clogging.
WARNING! If snow is filled with foreign material, damage to the snow thrower may result. Avoid
snow with foreign materials.
STOPPING
1. Pull out the switch key to stop the engine. Keep in a safe place. Must be reinserted to start the
engine.
2. Remove snow from all Snow Thrower surfaces including the auger housing and chute areas.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING! Never perform maintenance while your Snow Thrower is running. Turn OFF the
engine before performing any maintenance tasks on your Snow Thrower.
Proper maintenance of your Snow Thrower will help prolong its life. Please perform the
following maintenance procedures as required.
Do not attempt to repair your Snow Thrower unless you have the proper tools and instructions
for disassembly and repair.
Check the bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to ensure that the equipment is in safe
working condition.
After each snow removal session, run the Snow Thrower for a few minutes to prevent the collector
/impeller from freezing. Stop the engine, wait for all revolving parts to stop completely, and wipe
residual ice and snow off the unit. Rotate the chute rotation handle several times to remove any excess
snow.