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Operating
Your
Snowthrower
WARNING
The operation of
any snow thrower
can result in foreign
objects being thrown
into the eyes, which
can damage your
eyes severely. Always
wear safety glasses
while operating the
snow thrower, or while
performing any adjust-
ments or repairs on it.
Be sure no one other
than the operator is
standing near the snow
thrower while starting
engine or operating
snow thrower. Never
run engine indoors or
in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. En-
gine 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.
Drive Control / Auger Control Lock
The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze
the drive control to engage the wheel drive. Release to
stop.
This same lever also locks the auger control so you
can operate the chute crank without interrupting the
snow throwing process. If the auger control is engaged
simultaneously with the drive control, the operator can
release the auger control (on the left handle) and the
augers will remain engaged. Release the drive control to
stop the augers and wheel drive (the auger control must
also be released).
IMPORTANT: NEVER reposition the shift lever (change
speeds or direction of travel) without first releasing the
drive control and bringing the snowthrower to a complete
stop. Doing so will result in premature wear to the
snowthrower’s drive system.
Skid Shoes
Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions.
Adjust upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward
when operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces. See
“Making Adjustment” Section.
Headlight
The headlight is on whenever the engine is running.
Two-Way Chute Control™ (optional)
This two-way control lever is meant to control the
distance of snow discharge from the chute. Tilt the lever
forward or rearward to adjust the distance snow will be
thrown.
AUGER
CONTROL
GO
DRIVE
CONTROL
GO
Chute Directional Control
The chute directional control can be turned clockwise or
counterclockwise to change the direction in which snow
is thrown.
Wheel Steering Controls
The left and right wheel steering
controls are located on the under-
side of the handles. Squeeze the
right control to turn right; squeeze
the left control to turn left.
NOTE: Operate the snowthrower in open areas until you
are familiar with these controls.
Chute Clean-Out Tool
WARNING: Never use your hands to
clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut
off engine and remain behind handles
until all moving parts have stopped
before unclogging.
The clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of
the auger housing with a mounting clip.
1. Release both the auger control and the drive/auger
control lock.
2. Move throttle control to STOP position and remove
the ignition key.
3. Remove the clean-out tool from the mounting clip.
4. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to
remove any snow and ice in the chute assembly.
5. Re-fasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on
the rear of the auger housing and restart engine.
6. While standing in the operator’s position (behind the
snowthrower), engage the auger control for a few
seconds to clear any remaining snow or ice from the
chute assembly before continuing to clear snow.
CHUTE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL
DISCHARGE
LEFT
DISCHARGE
RIGHT
CHUTE TILT
DOWN
CHUTE TILT
UP