Simplicity 1695824, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
EASY-TURN
TM
TRACTION CONTROL
For easy turning when using the snowthrower, squeeze the Easy-
Turn
TM
lever (see Figure 2).
Engaging the Easy-Turn
TM
lever releases the left traction wheel,
but allows the right wheel to continue driving. Releasing the Easy-
Turn
TM
lever automatically engages both drive wheels for full trac-
tion (see Figure 3).
NOTE: The Easy-Turn
TM
will be more difficult to activate
under a heavy load. Activate the lever before beginning a
turn.
DISCHARGE CHUTE, DEFLECTOR, AND GRIP
WARMER
Discharge Chute Rotation (Left/Right)
1. Press the chute rotation switch to the UP/DOWN position and
hold to rotate the chute to the left or right ( A , Figure 4).
2. After the desired position is obtained, release the switch to
the CENTER position to turn off.
Chute Deflector (Up/ Down)
1. Press the chute deflector switch to the UP position and hold
to provide a higher stream and greater distance ( B , Figure 4).
2. Press the switch to the DOWN position and hold to provide a
lower stream and less distance.
3. After the desired position is obtained, release the switch to
the CENTER position to turn off.
Grip Warmer (High/Low)
1. Press the grip warmer switch to the LEFT position for the
HIGH setting (see Figure 5).
2. Press the switch to the RIGHT position for the LOW setting.
3. Move the switch to the CENTER position to turn the grip
warmer OFF.
7. Press the grip warmer switch (Figure 5) to the LEFT/RIGHT
position to heat the hand grips. See Discharge Chute, De-
flector, and Grip Warmer in this section.
8. Use the speed select lever ( E, Figure 1) to select the forward
drive speed. Set the speed select lever to one of the following
positions as determined by snow conditions:
1-2 Wet, Heavy, Slushy, Extra Deep
3 Moderate
4 Very Light
5 Transport
NOTE: When clearing wet, heavy, snow, it is recommended
that the ground speed of the unit be reduced, maintained
full throttle and do not attempt to clear the full width of the
unit.
9. To stop moving forward, release the traction control lever ( D ).
10. To move the snowthrower backwards, move the speed select
lever into either first or second reverse position and engage
the traction control lever.
WARNING: Never run engine indoors or in an enclosed,
poor ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains CARBON
MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS.
• Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away from any
moving parts on engine and snow thrower.
• Temperature of muffler and nearby areas can exceed
150°F (66°C). Avoid these areas.
• DO NOT allow children or young teenagers to operate or
be near snow thrower while it is operating.
WARNING: Read Operator’s Manual before operating
machine. This machine can be dangerous if used
carelessly.
• Never operate the snowthrower without all guards, covers,
shields in place.
• Never direct discharge towards windows or allow
bystanders near machine while engine is running.
• Stop the engine whenever leaving the operating
position.
• Disconnect spark plug before unclogging the impeller
housing or the discharge chute and before making
repairs or adjustments.
• When leaving the machine, remove the safety key. To
reduce the risk of fire, keep the machine clean and free
from spilled gas, oil, and debris.
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STOP THE SNOWTHROWER
1. Release the auger control lever ( C, Figure 1).
2. Release the traction control lever ( D ).
3. Turn the ON/OFF key ( A , Figure 10) to the OFF position
4. Move the throttle control lever ( B ) to SLOW and then to the
STOP position.
5. Remove the key. Keep the key out of the reach of children.
6. After the engine stops, turn the fuel shut-off valve ( C ) to the
closed position.
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