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Operating
Your Snow
Thrower
WARNING
The operation of any snow
thrower can result in for-
eign objects being thrown
into the eyes, which can
damage your eyes severely.
Always wear safety glasses
while operating the snow
thrower, or while perform-
ing any adjustments or
repairs on it.
Be sure no one other than
the operator is standing
near the snow thrower
while starting engine or
operating snow thrower.
Never run engine indoors
or in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. Engine
exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and
deadly gas. Keep hands,
feet, hair and loose cloth-
ing away from any moving
parts on engine and snow
thrower.
Auger Control
The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze
the control grip against the handle to engage the augers
and start snow throwing action. Release to stop.
Drive Control/ Auger Control Lock
The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze
the control grip against the handle to engage the wheel
drive. Release to stop.
The drive control also locks the auger control so you can
operate the chute directional control without interrupting
the snow throwing process. If the auger control is en-
gaged simultaneously with the drive control, the operator
can release the auger control (on the left handle) and
the augers will remain engaged. Release both controls to
stop the augers and wheel drive.
IMPORTANT: Always release the drive control before
changing speeds.
Four-Way Chute Control™
The chute directional control is located on the left side of
the dash panel.
• To change the direction in which snow is thrown,
squeeze the button on the joy-stick and pivot the
joy-stick to the right or to the left.
• To change the angle/distance which snow is thrown,
pivot the joy-stick forward or backward.
Ignition Key
The ignition key must be inserted and snapped in place
in order for the engine to start. Remove the ignition key to
prevent unauthorized use of equipment. Do NOT attempt
to turn the key.
Clean-Out Tool
WARNING: Never use your hands to
clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut
off engine and remain behind handles
until all moving parts have stopped
before unclogging.
The clean-out tool is mounted to the rear of the auger
housing and is designed to clear a clogged chute. Refer
to the Setup section for instructions on how to properly
use it.
NOTE: This item is fastened with a cable tie to the rear
of the auger housing at the factory. Cut the cable tie
before operating the snow thrower.
Skid Shoes
Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions.
Adjust upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward
when operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
