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WARNING! If snow is filled with foreign material, damage to the snow thrower may
result. Avoid snow with foreign materials.
STOPPING
When finished using your snow thrower, perform the following steps to shut it down.
1.
Engage the auger and impeller for 30 seconds to clear any remaining snow inside your snow
thrower.
2.
Stop the auger blade rotation by releasing the (left) auger control lever (handle).
3.
Remove Engine Safety Switch Key to stop engine operation.
4.
Remove snow from all snow thrower surfaces including the auger housing and chute areas.
CLEARING RESTRICTIONS
If the snow discharge chute or auger housing becomes clogged STOP the engine,Remove the
Engine Safety key and make sure that all rotating parts have come to a complete stop. Use the
supplied snow clean out tool to clear the obstruction. After unclogging, wipe the tool clean, and
place it in the holder on top of the auger housing.
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Maintaining Your Snow Thrower
WARNING! Never perform maintenance while your snow thrower is running. Turn OFF the engine
by removing the switch key before performing any maintenance tasks on
your Snow Thrower.
Proper maintenance of your snow thrower will help prolong its life. Please perform the
following maintenance procedures as required.
Do not attempt to repair your snow thrower unless you have the proper tools and
instructions for disassembly and repair.
Check the bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to ensure that the equipment is in safe
working condition.
After each snow removal session, run the snow thrower for a few minutes to prevent the
auger/impeller system from freezing. Stop the engine, wait for all revolving parts to stop
completely, and wipe residual ice and snow off the unit. Rotate the chute rotation handle
several times to remove any excess snow.
WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls and stop engine.
Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and
ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during
operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
Engine Maintenance
WARNING! To prevent accidental start-up, shut off the engine and push the ignition
key out before performing any type of engine maintenance.
Periodic inspection and adjustment of the engine is essential if high level performance is to be