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Figure 17
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WARNING:
D
o not operate this snow thrower on gravel as loose gravel can be easily picked up
thrown by the auger causing injury to be operator and/or damage to the snow thrower.
Adjust skid shoes by loosening the four flange lock nuts and carriage bolts. Move skid shoes to desired
position.
Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid
shoes. Retighten nuts and bolts securely.
SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER
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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 turn off ON/OFF switch before
performing any type of engine maintenance.
Periodic inspection and adjustment of the engine is essential if high level performance is to be maintenance
will also ensure a long service life. The required service intervals and the type of maintenance to be
performed are described in the table below. Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occur first.
More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions.
Maintenance Schedule
Tasks
First 5 Hrs.
Each Use
or Every 5
Hrs.
Every
season or
25 Hrs,
Every
Season or
50Hrs.
Every
Season or
100 Hrs
Service Dates
Check engine oil
z
Change engine oil
z
z
Check spark plug
z
Service spark plug
z
Clean exhaust area
z