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11

Operation Precautions

COMPLETELY READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS 

MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE 

THE SNOW THROWER

1.  Keep all safety guards in place and in proper working order at 

all times.

2.  NEVER place fingers, hands, or body near the snow thrower 

when it is running. Do not lean or reach over the snow thrower 

when the machine is running.

STOP THE ENGINE TO UNCLOG THE DISCHARGE 

CHUTE. NEVER USE YOUR HAND TO CLEAN OUT 

THE DISCHARGE CHUTE OR AUGERS.

3.  Always stop the engine to dislodge snow from the discharge 

chute or from the augers. Wait ten seconds for the augers to 

stop rotating. Never use your hands to clear out the augers or 

discharge chute. Always use the clear-out tool provided or a 

similar tool.

4.  Keep all people (except the operator) a minimum of 25 feet 

from the snow thrower during operation.

5.  Always aim the discharge chute away from people and animals.

6.  Do not leave the snow thrower unattended when it is running. 

Turn off the engine before leaving the area.

7.  Do not use this piece of equipment while tired or under the 

influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

8.  Parts, especially exhaust system components, get very hot 

during use. Stay clear of hot parts.

9.  Use extra caution when operating on gravel or other loose 

material.

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Содержание 101485

Страница 1: ... THROWER This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death MODEL 101485 Operation Manual Part 104457 Rev C ...

Страница 2: ...1100 W 120th Ave Suite 600 Westminster CO 80234 720 287 5182 For Service or Questions Call 1 877 487 8275 720 287 5182 www dirtyhandtools com Dirty Hand Tools is a brand of ...

Страница 3: ...ant Safety Information 4 Overview 7 Assembly 8 Filling with Gasoline and Oil 10 Operation Precautions 11 Operation Controls 13 Operation 14 Maintenance 16 Troubleshooting 24 Storage 27 Warranty and Specifications Back Cover 3 ...

Страница 4: ...it www dirtyhandtools com if you have any questions or concerns about the safe operation of this equipment Intended Use Do Not Use the Snow thrower for any purpose other than for which it was designed Any other use is unauthorized and may result in serious injury or death Personal Protective Equipment Wear ANSI approved safety goggles heavy duty work boots and gloves during set up and operation Wh...

Страница 5: ...guards in place and in proper working order Keep all people except the operator a minimum of 25 feet from the snow thrower during operation Do not transport the snow thrower with the engine running Do not tilt the machine while the engine is running Do not leave the snow thrower unattended when it is running Turn off the engine before leaving the area Never run the engine in an enclosed area or wi...

Страница 6: ...ET 2 USE CLEAN OUT TOOL TO UNCLOG DISCHARGE CHUTE DO NOT USE HANDS 3 DISENGAGE CLUTCH LEVERS STOP ENGINE AND REMAIN BEHIND HANDLES UNTIL ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED BEFORE UNCLOGGING OR SERVICING MACHINE 4 TO AVOID THROWN OBJECT INJURY NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT BYSTANDERS OR ANIMALS USE EXTRA CARE WHEN OPERATING ON GRAVEL SURFACES 5 READ OPERATION MANUAL BEFORE USING CLEAN OUT TOOL DANGER STOP T...

Страница 7: ...ls and box for future use as a storage container COMPLETELY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATOR S MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THE SNOW THROWER DRIVE CONTROL LEVER AUGER CONTROL LEVER CHUTE TILT CONTROL CHUTE DIRECTION CONTROL ADJUSTABLE SKID SHOE SHIFT LEVER AUGER MUFFLER ...

Страница 8: ... 3 Attach the auger wire on the right side of the snow thrower see Figure 3 The spring mechanism should allow the wire to stretch for connection Loosen the nut on the threaded screw with pliers and unthread slightly to extend the spring wire After connecting the wire rethread the screw as much as possible and tighten the nut The wire should be taught when connected See Control Wire Adjustment page...

Страница 9: ...l end of the chute directional control assembly see Figure 6 Lubricate both ends of the chute directional control crank with petroleum jelly paraffin wax or light machine oil SKID SHOE HEX NUT 2 PLACES Adjusting the Skid Shoes 1 Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions Adjust upward for hard packed snow Adjust downward when operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces Loosen the two hex...

Страница 10: ...nk before starting the snow thrower DO NOT REFUEL INDOORS OR NEAR ANY SOURCE OF POSSIBLE COMBUSTION DO NOT SMOKE WHILE FUELING DO NOT OVERFILL THE SNOW THROWER IS SHIPPED WITHOUT FLUIDS YOU MUST ADD OIL BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 3 Add engine oil to the upper level of the oil filler hole SAE 10 30 motor oil is recommended for most environmental conditions The oil capacity is 0 63 quarts 0 6L Note ...

Страница 11: ...he augers Wait ten seconds for the augers to stop rotating Never use your hands to clear out the augers or discharge chute Always use the clear out tool provided or a similar tool 4 Keep all people except the operator a minimum of 25 feet from the snow thrower during operation 5 Always aim the discharge chute away from people and animals 6 Do not leave the snow thrower unattended when it is runnin...

Страница 12: ...Operate the equipment with appropriate footware gloves and clothing Avoid loose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts 5 After striking a foreign object stop the engine remove the wire from the spark plug thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower 6 The auger and drive controls must be depressed to operate...

Страница 13: ...o stop Auger Control Lever The auger control is located on the right handle The auger control engages the rotating auger and pushes snow upwards through the discharge chute Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the augers and start snow throwing Release to stop Chute Direction Control Rotate the discharge chute control to the direction that snow will be thrown Chute Tilt Control Th...

Страница 14: ... the engine s carburetor Then pull the recoil starter handle gently until resistance is felt Allow cable to retract fully and then pull it quickly Repeat until the engine starts 4 Allow the engine to run for several seconds The engine will not develop full power until it reaches the operating temperature Then move the choke lever slowly to its RUN position to the right Moving the choke lever too f...

Страница 15: ...r change speeds or direction of travel without first releasing the drive control and bringing the snow thrower to a complete stop Shifting between speeds or directions while the drive control is is engaged will result in premature wear to the snow thrower s drive system 4 Release both the auger control and the drive control to redirect the discharge chute 5 To move from forward to reverse release ...

Страница 16: ...Every 6 Mo Annually Procedure Each Use 20 Hours 100 Hours 300 Hours Check Engine Fuel Level X X X X Check Engine Oil Level X Change Engine Oil X1 X Check General Equipment Condition X Lubricate Gear Shaft Auger Shaft X X X Lubricate Wheels Discharge Chute X Check Fuel Strainer X X X Check Clean Spark Plug X X Replace Spark Plug X Check Adjust Idle Speed X X Check Adjust Valve Clearance X X Clean F...

Страница 17: ...the electrode has deposits on it polish it using emery paper If the white insulator is cracked or chipped replace the spark plug 3 When installing a new spark plug adjust the plug s gap to the specification on the technical specification chart Do not pry against the electrode or the insulator the spark plug can be damaged see Figure 12 4 Install the new spark plug or the cleaned spark plug into th...

Страница 18: ... 5 Replace the drain plug and tighten it 6 Clean the top of the dipstick and the area around it Remove the dipstick by threading it counterclockwise and wipe it off with a clean lint free rag Note Do not thread the dipstick in when checking the oil level 7 Add the appropriate type of oil until the oil level is at the full level SAE 10W 30 oil is recommended for general use for temperatures above 3...

Страница 19: ...hear pins on the auger shaft see Figure 15 Spray lubricant inside shaft around the spacers Also lubricate the flange bearings found at either end of the shaft Gear Case The auger gear case has been filled with grease and sealed at the factory If disassembled from any reason lubricate with two ounces of new grease NOTE Do not over fill the gear case Damage to the seals could result Be sure vent plu...

Страница 20: ... skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear They should be checked periodically and replaced when necessary To remove skid shoes 1 Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange nuts which secure them to the snow thrower see Figure 17 2 Reassemble new skid shoes with the four carriage bolts two on each side and hex flange nuts To remove shave plate 1 Remove the carriage bolts ...

Страница 21: ...r self tapping screws which secure it see Figure 19 3 Roll the auger belt off the engine pulley see Figure 20 4 Loosen and remove the shoulder screw which restrains the belt from jumping off of the pulley Unhook the support bracket spring from the frame see Figure 21 5 Remove the belt from the auger pulley slip the belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley see Figure 22 6 Attach a new ...

Страница 22: ...emove the shoulder screw which restrains the belt from jumping off of the pulley Unhook the support bracket spring from the frame see Figure 21 5 Remove the belt from the auger pulley slip the belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley see Figure 22 6 See Figure 23 and follow the steps below Grasp the idler pulley and pivot it toward the right Roll the auger belt off the engine pulley L...

Страница 23: ...s tension with the lever in the upwards disengaged position see Figure 25 1 To adjust the tension loosen the hex nut unthread the hex nut to move it down the screw length one half inch or more 2 Next rotate the turnbuckle which threads the screw into the turnbuckle until the desired tension is achieved You can also rotate the screw with a small diameter phillips head screwdriver placed up through ...

Страница 24: ...Replace spark plug Crank engine a few times and try to start Clogged fuel filter Replace fuel filter If the engine still will not start visit our web site at www dirtyhandtools com or call 1 877 487 8275 for assistance Engine misfires backfires or knocks Spark plug wire loose Tighten spark plug wire Incorrect spark plug gap Reset spark plug gap according to specifications see page 17 Spark plug wire...

Страница 25: ...n both sides This adjustment allows the auger to come into closer contact with the ground surface Snow not evenly removed from surface Tires not inflated evenly Check tire pressure inflate both tires to the same pressure recommended 15 20 psi so auger is level on the ground Skid shoes not correctly adjusted Make sure that skid shoes are at same height Cannot adjust the discharge chute Moving parts ...

Страница 26: ...control wire is too loose If there is too much slack in the drive control wire the drive will not be engaged properly Turn off the engine Adjust the the tension of the drive control wire see page 23 Drive belt is off the pulley broken or worn Turn off the engine and allow to cool down for several minutes Put the drive belt back on the pulley or replace the belt as needed See page 22 Friction wheel ...

Страница 27: ... until all the fuel has been consumed and the engine stops 4 Drain the carburetor see Figure 26 Remove the 6 hex bolts on the muffler and slide the mufffler cover off of the engine to access the carburetor 5 Clean out area around spark plug and remove Pour one tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole Reinstall the spark plug but leave the spark plug wire disconnected ...

Страница 28: ...urchase Place of Purchase SKU Part No 101485 Description 24 Dual Stage Snow Thrower Operating Width 24 Operating Height 20 Transmission 5 Speeds Forward 2 Speeds Reverse Engine 212CC DHT EPA CARB Approved Fuel Type Unleaded Gasoline 87 Octane Fuel Capacity 0 95 Gallon 3 6 Liters Oil Capacity 1 27 Pints 0 6 Liters Starting System 110V Electric Recoil Back up Chute Rotation Hand crank 190 Turning Ra...

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