Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 1
Safety ........................................................................... 2
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 3
Setup ............................................................................ 4
1 Unfolding the Handle ............................................ 4
2 Installing the Discharge Chute ................................ 5
3 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 5
4 Checking the Tire Pressure ..................................... 6
Product Overview .......................................................... 7
Operation ..................................................................... 7
Before Operation ....................................................... 7
Safety..................................................................... 7
Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................ 7
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.................................. 8
During Operation ...................................................... 8
Safety..................................................................... 8
Starting the Engine .................................................. 9
Engaging the Auger ................................................. 9
Disengaging the Auger ............................................. 9
Self-Propelling the Machine ...................................... 9
Stopping the Engine ................................................ 9
Adjusting the Discharge Chute and Chute
Deflector ...........................................................10
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute .........................10
Operating Tips ......................................................10
After Operation ........................................................10
Safety....................................................................10
Preventing Freeze-up after Use.................................10
Maintenance .................................................................12
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ......................12
Maintenance Safety.................................................12
Checking the Engine Oil Level .................................12
Checking and Adjusting the Skids .............................13
Inspecting the Throwing Edges ................................13
Changing the Engine Oil .........................................13
Replacing the Spark Plug .........................................15
Adjusting the Auger Cable .......................................15
Adjusting the Transmission Cable .............................15
Checking the Tire Pressure ......................................16
Storage ........................................................................17
Storing the Snowthrower .........................................17
Safety
This machine meets or exceeds the B71.3 specifications
of the American National Standards Institute in effect
at the time of production.
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Read and understand the contents of the manual before
you start the engine. Make sure that everyone using this
product knows how to use the product and understands
the warnings.
•
Do not put your hands or feet near moving components
on the machine.
•
Do not operate the machine without all guards and other
safety protective devices in place and working on the
machine.
•
Keep clear of any discharge opening. Keep bystanders a
safe distance from the machine.
•
Keep children out of the operating area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the
operator. Never allow children to operate the machine.
•
Shut the machine off before unclogging, servicing, or
fueling.
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