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OPERATION
Snow thrower controls and features are described below and illustrated in Figure 9.
Drive Control
Located on the underside of the upper handle, the drive control is used to engage/
disengage wheels. Squeeze the drive control against the upper handle to engage
the wheels; release to disengage.
Auger Control
The auger control is located on the front of the upper handle. Squeeze the auger
control against the upper handle to engage the auger; release to disengage the
auger.
WARNING
Never make adjustments to the chute assembly unless both auger and drive
controls are disengaged and the operator is standing beside the unit.
IMPORTANT:
Refer to Auger Control Test on page 10 in the Assembly section of
this manual prior to operating your snow thrower. Read and follow all instructions
carefully and perform all adjustments to verify your snow thrower is operating
safely and properly.
Chute Handle
The direction of snow throwing corresponds to the direction of the chute opening.
Use the chute handle to turn the chute assembly in the direction you wish to throw
the snow.
Chute Knob
The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by either raising or lowering the upper
chute. Loosen the chute knob on the side of the upper chute to adjust. Pivot the
upper chute to desired position, and retighten the chute knob. Raising the chute
throws the snow further.
Shave Plate
The shave plate maintains contact with pavement as the snow thrower is propelled,
allowing snow close to pavement’s surface to be discharged.
Skid Shoe
The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. For close snow
removal, place skid shoes in the highest position. Use middle or lowest position
when area to be cleared is uneven or on gravel surfaces.
WARNING
Be familiar with all the controls on the snow thrower and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.
Auger
Skid Shoe
Recoil
Starter
Handle
Fuel Cap
Oil Cap
Oil Drain
Choke
Control
Throttle
Control
Safety
Key
Primer
Muffler
Upper Handle
Drive Control
Chute Handle
Chute Knob
Shave Plate
Clean-Out Tool
Chute Assembly
Upper Chute
Auger Control
Figure 9
