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Maintenance and Storage
1. Secure unit so 1t will not tip over during maintenance.
2. Before cleaning, removing clogs or making any inspections, repairs, etc.,
disengage auger control lever, stop unit and engine, and allow moving parts to
stop and hot parts to cool.
3. Make sure the equipment is in safe working condition. Check hardware at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. If components are worn or damaged,
replace with manufacturer's recommended parts.
4. Do not change engine governor settings or overspeed engine.
5. Adjust and service as required. All motion of auger/impeller must stop
quickly when auger control lever is released.
6. Always maintain unit in safe operating condition. Damaged or worn out
muffler can cause fire or explosion.
7. Keep unit free of ice or other debris. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
8. Always keep protective structures, guards, and panels in good repair, in
place and securely fastened. Never modify or remove safety devices.
9. Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where
ignition sources are present such as hot water heaters, space heaters or
clothes dryers. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure or
covering the unit.
10. Always refer to operator's manual for important details if the snow blower is
to be stored for an extended period.
11. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.
12. Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of
the auger/ impeller.
WARNING:
Before performing any maintenance or cleaning work, switch off
the engine and wait until the paddle has come to a stop.
CLEANING
GENERAL CLEANING
The snowblower should be cleaned thoroughly every time after it has been
used. Always clean your snowblower immediately after use. Do not allow snow
and other debris to become dry and hard on any of the snowblower surfaces.
Dried snow remnants and dirt may impair the snow clearing operation.
Check that the snow chute is free of any residual snow. Remove any such
residue. Check the underside of the snowblower and the blade mount. When
