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If the auger strikes a solid object or the machine begins to vibrate
abnormally, immediately disengage the PTO clutch, stop the engine,
and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the fuel solenoid
wire [diesel engines] or the spark plug wire(s) [gasoline engines] to
prevent accidental starting. Thoroughly inspect the snowblower
and repair any damage before starting the engine and operating the
machine. Make sure auger blades are in good condition and all bolts
are tight.
DANGER
!
Recommendations for Snowblowing
IMPORTANT:
Operate the engine at
full speed
when snowblowing
to allow the engine to produce full horsepower and to increase
efficiency of the engine cooling system.
• When operating on a slope, reduce speed and use caution when starting, stopping, and
maneuvering. Avoid sharp turns or sudden changes in direction.
• When blowing through deep snow drifts, let the snowblower work its way through the drifts.
For best results, raise the snowblower and remove a top layer of snow, then pass through the
area a second time to remove the remaining snow.
• When snowblowing, operate the engine at or near
full throttle
for the best snowblowing
action. The engine is
designed to be operated at full speed.
• Use optional tire chains or optional all-terrain tires to improve traction.
• Disengage the PTO clutch to stop the snowblower when driving the machine but not blowing
snow.
• Avoid damage to property and extra snowblowing work by
carefully choosing the direction
to move the snow.
Orient the blower discharge away from people and property due to the
possibility of thrown objects.
• To momentarily increase traction in case the drive wheels are slipping, use the lift switch to
raise the snowblower slightly and transfer extra weight on the drive wheels.
Removing Snow
DO NOT blow snow with bystanders in the area (especially
children or pets).
DANGER
!
A definite operating pattern is required to efficiently clean snow from an area. Each pattern described below
clears all the snow in one pass (of the pattern) and prevents throwing snow in unwanted places.
