Assembly Instructions
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PREOPERATING CHECKLIST
Before operating the snowblower for the first time,
and as a routine before daily operations, it is impor-
tant to make sure the snowblower is properly pre-
pared and ready for operation. The following is a list
of items to be checked. (For a snowblower with fre-
quent operation, some of these items will not need to
be checked every day, but the operator should be
aware of the condition of each.)
CHECK TRACTOR PREOPERATING
CHECKLIST
Refer to the appropriate Tractor Owner’s Manual.
CHECK AUGER
•
Make sure the auger is clear of snow and/or ice.
•
Make sure the auger is free to rotate.
•
Check that the auger flighting and paddle
blades are in good condition and not bent.
CHECK GEARBOX
Refer to LUBRICATION of Gearbox in
Maintenance
Instructions
.
CHECK DRIVE CHAIN
•
Refer to ADJUSTMENTS of Drive Chain in
Maintenance Instructions
.
•
Refer to LUBRICATION of Drive Chain in
Maintenance Instructions
.
CHECK LIFT HANDLE AND FOOT TRIGGER
OPERATION
Raise and lower the snowblower to make sure the lift
handle and foot trigger operate properly.
CHECK BLOWER SPOUT
•
Make sure the blower spout is not clogged with
snow and/or ice.
•
Pull back on the spout position control handle
and rotate the blower spout. The blower spout
should rotate freely and should lock in place
when the spout position control handle is
released.
•
Use the deflector position control handle and
raise and lower the deflector. The deflector
should move freely.
CHECK GAUGE WHEEL OR SKID SHOE
ADJUSTMENT
Refer to ADJUSTMENTS of Gauge Wheels or
Skid Shoes in
Maintenance Instructions
.
CHECK OPTIONAL TIRE CHAINS
Tire chains should always be used when operating
the machine in icy conditions. If the tractor is
equipped with the optional tire chains, make sure
the chains are in good condition and are installed
properly.
CHECK TRACTOR TAILWEIGHT
Make sure 80 lb (36 kg) weight has been installed on
rear of tractor.
