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16. Lower chute crank 
17. Switch housing 
18. Switch key 
                 
 

III-Safety Instructions 

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 
Warning: Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in 
electric  shock,  fire  and/or  serious  personal  injury.  The  term  “power  tool”  in  all  of  the 
warnings  listed  below  refers  to  your  mains-operated  (corded)  power  tool  or 
battery-operated (cordless) power tool. 
 
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 
 

1)  WORK AREA 

a)  Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. 
b)  Do  not  operate  power  tools  in  explosive  atmosphere,  such  as  in  the  presence  of 

flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust 
or fumes. 

c)  Keep  children  and  bystanders  away  while  operating  a  power  tool.  Distractions  can 

cause you to lose control. 
 

2)  ELECTRICAL SAFETY 

a)  Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use 

any  adapter  plugs  with  earthed  (grounded)  power  tools.  Unmodified  plugs  and 
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. 

b)  Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, 

and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or 
grounded. 

c)  Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will 

increase the risk of electric shock. 

d)  Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power 

tool.  Keep  cord  away  from  heat,  oil,  sharp  edges  or  moving  parts.  Damaged  or 
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. 

e)  When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. 

Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. 
 

3)  PERSONAL SAFETY 

a)  Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power 

tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, 
or  medication.  A  moment  of  inattention  while  operating  power  tools  may  result  in 
serious personal injury. 

b)  Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as a dust 

mask,  non-skid  safety  shoes,  hard  hat,  or  hearing  protection  used  for  appropriate 
conditions will reduce personal injuries. 

c)  Avoid  accidental starting.  Ensure  the switch  is  in  the  off-position  before plugging  in. 

Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have 
the switch on invites accidents. 

d)  Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that 

is left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. 

e)  Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.    This enables better 

control of the power tool in unexpected situations. 

f)  Dress  properly.  Do  not  wear  loose clothing  or  jewelry.  Keep  your  hair,  clothing,  and 

gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in 
moving parts. 

g)  If devices are provided for the connection  of dust extraction and collection facilities, 

Summary of Contents for MT-988

Page 1: ...his manual before assembling or operating this Electric Snow Thrower Improper use of Snow Thrower can cause severe injury Keep this manual for future reference TABLE OF CONTENTS I Specifications II Parts List III Safety Instructions IV Getting Started V Operation VI Maintenance and storage ...

Page 2: ...ring Height 10 Max Spraying Distance 30 ft Weight 36 lbs II Parts List 1 Handle bar 2 Upper frame 3 Upper chute crank 4 Joint fixing T bolt and knob 5 Chute deflector 6 Discharge chute 7 Rubber plate 8 Scraper 9 Auger 10 Side cover 11 Wheels 12 Top cover 13 Lower frame 14 Middle frame 15 Plug ...

Page 3: ...g or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock e When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock 3 PERSONAL SAFETY a Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operati...

Page 4: ...cal replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tools is maintained ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR SNOW THROWER Know your tool Read owner s manual carefully Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool Do not operate this unit when tired ill or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication All guards and safety attachme...

Page 5: ...e the machine or after replacing some parts you should perform a test running and ensure no abnormal conditions exist to avoid any potential damages or incidents Do not move or transport the machine when the plug is connected into the power socket and the switch is turned on When using the machine you must respect local laws and regulations regarding noise control and environment protection To avo...

Page 6: ...al The following warning symbols are to remind you of the safety precautions you should take when operating the snow thrower Always keep the children or pets away from the working area Always keep away from the working area The throwing snow may hurt you Keep hands away from the moving parts of the snow thrower The rotating parts will hurt you Keep foot way from the moving parts of the snow throwe...

Page 7: ...Insert the T bolt with washer into the holes on each side and use the joint fixing knobs to secure the connection on both sides The joint fixing bolts and washers should be inserted inside the frame of the unit so that the joint fixing knobs are fastened to the outside of the frame Note Do not over tighten the knobs 3 Connect the upper frame with the middle frame in the same way as described in st...

Page 8: ...in the parts bag Secure the power cord to the frame of the unit by clipping them onto the frame at evenly spaced intervals Discharge Chute and Chute Crank Assembly 1 Lift the chute deflector so that it snaps and locks securely onto the discharge chute ...

Page 9: ... crank in the parts bag Loosen the screw and nut located on the upper chute crank with screwdriver and wrench Note You may be able to unfasten the screw and nut by hand 4 Slide the upper chute into the lower chute crank aligning the screw holes Tighten the screw into the aligning holes using a screwdriver Fasten the unit with Chute deflector Discharge chute Chute deflector knob Chute deflector kno...

Page 10: ...move the washer and nut from the eye bolt with rubber grommet found on the upper chute crank Position the chute crank so that the eye bole with rubber grommet inserts into the center hole of the middle frame Secure with washer and nut Slide into chute base hole ...

Page 11: ...y a UL rated or CSA extension cord recommended for outdoor use 2 To prevent the extension cord from disconnecting during use tie the extension cord into a loose knot on the top right side of middle frame before connecting the plug in the switch cord socket of the snow thrower Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or DEATH Heed these warnings Do not allow any part of snow thrower to make contact w...

Page 12: ... the side 3 Then pull the handle bar backward and catch hold of the handle bar firmly with both hands and the machine is started The machine can only be started with pressing the knob first and followed by squeezing handle bar backward Reverse operation cannot start the machine Switch Key Handle bar Switch button ...

Page 13: ...his pivot point to move it forward or backward 4 Start your clearing path near the electrical outlet and work outward throwing snow in a back and forth motion To clear in the opposite direction step over the cord and pivot the snow thrower on its wheels Make sure to overlap clearing paths 5 Note wind direction If possible move in the same direction as the wind so that the snow is not thrown agains...

Page 14: ...ischarge chute to the left counterclockwise to move the chute to the right 2 The chute deflector on the top of the discharge chute controls the height of the snow stream Loosen both chute deflector knobs to raise or lower the deflector to the desired height of snow you wish to throw Tighten the knobs to secure the deflector Note Do not over tighten the chute deflector knobs WARNING Make sure that ...

Page 15: ... prevent the collector impeller from freezing Shut off the motor wait for all revolving parts to stop completely and wipe residual ice and snow off the unit Rotate the chute crank several times to remove any excess snow Replacing the Rubber Plates Note When replacing worn rubber plates pay close attention to carefully distinguish between the coarse and smooth side of the plates Place the coarse si...

Page 16: ...he rotor housing 2 Detach the worn scraper from the snow thrower by removing the 3 screws that hold it in place 3 Install the new scraper and fasten it securely to the snow thrower with 3 screws Replacing the Belt Note Determine the left and right hand sides of the snow thrower by standing ...

Page 17: ...nsporting Be sure to secure the unit while transporting 2 Disconnect the extension cord from the snow thrower 3 Inspect the extension cord closely for signs of wear or damage Replace it if it is worn or damaged 4 Inspect the snow thrower carefully for worn loose or damaged parts Check connections and screws and tighten if necessary 5 Store the unit along with the disconnected extension cord in a l...

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