11
OPERATION
Stopping the Engine
WARNING: To avoid unsupervised engine operation,
never leave the engine unattended while running.
Turn the engine off after use and remove ignition key
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any
moisture on the engine.
Move throttle control to STOP position.
1.
Remove the ignition key. Removing the key will reduce the
2.
possibility of unauthorized starting of the engine while equipment
is not in use.
Keep the key in a safe place. The engine cannot
start without the ignition key.
Wipe any moisture away from the controls on the engine.
3.
Stopping the Snowthrower
To stop the wheels, release the drive control.
1.
To stop throwing snow, release the auger control.
2.
To stop engine push throttle control to OFF and pull out the key.
3.
Do not turn key.
WARNING: The temperature of muffler and the sur-
rounding areas may exceed 150° F. Avoid these areas.
Operating The Snowthrower
NOTE:
Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes as the engine
will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.
• Adjust the discharge chute as desired. Refer to “Know Your
Snowthrower”. Do not throw snow toward a building as hidden
objects could be discharged with enough force to cause damage.
• Start the engine as instructed previously.
• Making certain no bystanders or obstacles are in front of the unit,
squeeze the auger control bail completely against the upper handle
to fully engage the augers. Release the auger control bail and the
augers will stop.
• While the auger control handle is engaged, squeeze the drive
control bail completely against the upper handle to engage the
wheels. Release the drive control bail and the wheels will stop.
• As the snowthrower starts to move, maintain a firm hold on the
handle, and guide the snowthrower along the path to be cleared.
• Release the auger and drive controls to stop the snowthrowing action
and forward motion.
NOTE
: Your unit is equipped with a clutch in the transmission. If the
wheels stop turning while trying to discharge large volumes of snow,
immediately disengage the drive control bail and allow the rotating
augers to discharge snow from the housing. Continue operation
reducing clearing width.
• On each succeeding pass, readjust the chute assembly to the
desired position and slightly overlap the previously cleared path.
Operating Tips
• For most efficient snow removal, remove snow immediately after it
falls.
• Set the slide shoes 1/4” below the shave plate for normal usage.
The slide shoes may be adjusted to low position for hard-packed
snow.
NOTE
: It is not recommended that you operate this snowthrower on
gravel as loose gravel can be easily picked up and thrown by the auger
causing personal injury, property damage and/or damage to your
snowthrower.
• If for some reason, you have to operate the snowthrower on gravel,
keep the slide shoe in the highest position for maximum clearance
between the ground and the shave plate.
• Be certain to follow the precautions listed under “To Stop Engine” to
prevent possible freeze-up.
• Clean the snowthrower thoroughly after each use.
Auger Control Test
IMPORTANT:
Perform the following test before operating the snow
thrower for the first time and at the start of each season.
Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows:
1. When the auger control is released and in the disengaged “up”
position, the cable should have very little slack, but should NOT be
tight.
WARNING: Do not over-tighten the cable. Over-
tightening may prevent the auger from disengaging
and compromise the safety of the snow thrower.
2. In a well-ventilated area, start the snow thrower engine as
instructed earlier in this section under the heading Starting Engine.
Make sure the throttle is set in the FAST position.
3. While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow thrower)
engage the auger.
4. Allow the auger to remain engaged for approximately ten (10)
seconds before releasing the auger control. Repeat this several
times.
5. With the engine running in the FAST position and the auger control
in the disengaged “up” position, walk to the front of the machine.
6. Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating and shows
NO signs of motion.
IMPORTANT:
If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating, immediately
return to the operator’s position and shut off the engine. Wait for all
moving parts to stop before readjusting the auger control cable as
shown in the “Maintenance” section.