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6. Repeat until engine starts. (If engine does not
start, refer to Troubleshooting.)
7. Adjust choke as needed.
8. Set throttle to Part Throttle or Slow position for
adaptation to outside temperature or travel. Set
throttle to Fast position for normal operation.
Shut Off
1. Release attachment clutch lever and wait for all
moving parts to come to a complete stop.
2. Release traction drive clutch lever and allow unit
to come to a complete stop.
3. Run unit a few minutes after use to prevent
freeze-up.
4. Move throttle to Part Throttle or Slow position.
5. Turn off engine shut-off switch ("O").
USING THE BRUSH
After proper Pre-Start and Starting:
1. Select speed control position and direction.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overload unit capacity by
sweeping at too fast a rate.
2. Engage the traction drive clutch first.
3. Engage the attachment clutch next.
Tips for Sweeping
To clear an area, run unit in an overlapping series of
paths. For large areas, start in the middle and sweep
debris to each side, so it is not cleared more than once.
ALWAYS direct discharge away from area to be
cleared and with direction of the wind.
Snow is best removed as soon as possible after snow
fall.
Tips for Dethatching
Dethatch in the spring to clear winter undergrowth.
Adjust brush height so it just touches the grass.
Set the brush angle full left or full right so thatch gets
cleared only once.
Dethatch dry grass.
Use a slow speed to clear thatch without damaging the
lawn.
TRAVELING
To travel from one work area to another:
1. Set throttle to SLOW position or slightly higher.
2. Press down the handlebars enough to raise the
front of the unit slightly off the surface.
3. Engage traction clutch without engaging the
attachment drive clutch.
TRANSPORT
ALWAYS shut off engine and close fuel shut-off when
transporting unit on a truck or trailer.
Use extra care when loading or unloading unit onto
trailer or truck.
Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. NEVER
secure from rods or linkages that could be damaged.
DO NOT transport machine while engine is running.
SHORT TERM
IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with high-pressure
water or store unit outdoors.
Run unit a few minutes after each use to free unit of
any debris.
Inspect unit for visible signs of wear, breakage or
damage.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws properly tightened and
know unit is in safe working condition.
Close fuel shut-off valve.
Store unit in a cool, dry protected area.
LONG TERM
Clean unit thoroughly with mild soap and low pressure
water and lubricate (see Maintenance). Touch up all
scratched painted surfaces.
Remove weight from wheels by putting blocks under
frame or axle.
When storing unit for extended periods of time, remove
all fuel from tank and carburetor (run dry). Refer to
Engine Manual.
STORAGE
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section
before proceeding.
