Controls
Read and understand the instructions in your tractor
Operator’s Manual.
See Figure 1 for location, name, and description of the
snowthrower controls.
Checks Before Starting
1. Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments section of
this manual and perform any needed service. Also,
refer to the tractor Operator’s Manual and perform
any required service.
2. Remove any objects from the work area which might
be caught in, or thrown by, the auger.
3. Before starting the engine, clear the auger of any ice
particles which may cause damage to auger.
4. Adjust the deflector and skid shoes to desired height.
See Skid Shoe Adjustment and Deflector Adjustment.
5. Make sure all hardware is present and secure.
Figure 1. Snowthrower Controls
WARNING
• Never operate on slopes greater than 30%
(16.7o), which is a rise of three feet (.9m) vertical-
ly in 10 feet (3.1m) horizontally.
• When operating on slopes greater than 15%
(8.5o), one wheel weight on each rear wheel and
tire chains are recommended.
• Select slow ground speed before driving onto a
slope. Avoid using brakes to control speed.
• Drive up and down the face of the slopes, never
across the slope face.
• Use caution when changing directions and DO
NOT START OR STOP ON A SLOPE.
WARNING
Perform the Safety System Interlock test found in
your tractor Operator’s Manual. If tractor does not
pass the test, do not operate the tractor. See your
authorized dealer. Under no circumstances should
you attempt to defeat the safety system.
Operating On Slopes
Transporting
1. Disengage the electric clutch and then raise the
snowthrower.
2. Adjust ground speed according to surface conditions.
3. Select a low ground speed when transporting on a
slippery surface.
Engine & Ground Speed Selection
Always run the engine at full throttle.
Normally, a low ground speed is best for throwing snow.
The deeper or heavier the snow, the slower the recom-
mended ground speed.
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Operation
