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6. Depress the drive clutch
lever to self-propel the
snow blower.
If the transmission shift
lever (see
page 8
) is in
the “F” (FORWARD)
position, the hydrostatic
drive will propel the
snow blower forward
when you squeeze the
drive clutch lever.
When both levers are depressed, the drive clutch lever locks the
auger clutch lever down. This frees your right hand to operate the
other snow blower controls. Releasing the drive clutch lever
unlocks and releases the auger clutch lever.
To transport the snow blower to another location, use the drive
clutch lever only. Release both the drive clutch lever and auger
clutch lever, and then depress the drive clutch lever.
7. Release both clutch
levers to stop
clearing and
moving.
Snow-clearing Tips
For best efficiency, clear snow before it hardens and turns to ice. Do
not reduce engine speed while clearing snow.
Operating tips for clearing hard or deep snow:
• Reduce forward speed. If this is not sufficient, use the shift lever to
clear snow with a back and forth motion.
• Clear a narrower swath. Make several passes with the auger
overlapping the cleared areas.
• If the snow is deeper than the height of the auger, remove it in
several steps, as shown below, or install the drift-breaker kit
(optional part) that is available from your authorized Honda snow
blower dealer.
Removing Obstructions
If the snow discharge chute or snow blowing mechanism becomes
restricted, review snow clearing tips (shown on this page) to reduce
the possibility of reoccurring obstructions.
1. Before removing the obstruction, be sure to stop the engine and
ensure all rotating parts have come to a complete stop. Remove
the spark plug cap from the spark plug (see
page 15
).
2. Remove the snow clearing bar to clear the obstruction.
3. After unclogging, wipe the bar clean, and secure it in the holders.
4. Reinstall the spark plug cap on the spark plug.
DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER
DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER
AUGER CLUTCH
LEVER
1st
2nd
3rd
WARNING
An obstructed auger or blower could suddenly move
when the obstruction is cleared.
Sudden auger or blower movement can cause severe
injury if your hands are being used to clear the area.
Never clear the discharge chute or auger area with your
hands, and always stop the engine, remove the spark
plug cap, and clear obstructions with the clearing bar.
SNOW CLEARING
BAR
HOLDERS
