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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Figure 7 for all Controls and Features
locations.
Dual Handle Interlock
When attachment clutch and then traction
drive clutch are engaged, the attachment
clutch will remain engaged (lever down) if
released. To stop attachment, release traction
drive clutch and both clutches will disengage.
Traction Drive Clutch - Left Hand
Lever
Squeeze the traction drive
clutch lever against the
handlebar (1) to engage
wheel drive for propelling
unit. Forward speed will
vary according to snow
depth and moisture
content.
Release lever (2) to stop
movement.
NOTE: When traveling to or from the area to
be cleared, press down on the handlebars
enough to raise the front of the unit slightly off
the surface. Engage the traction drive clutch
without engaging the attachment drive clutch.
Attachment Clutch -
Right Hand Lever
Squeeze attachment
clutch lever against
handlebar (1) to
engage attachment.
Release both clutch
levers (2) to disengage
power and apply brake
to attachment.
IMPORTANT: If the
belt squeals when the
attachment clutch lever
is engaged, the
impeller may be frozen in the auger housing.
Immediately release the attachment clutch
lever and move the unit into a heated area to
thaw.
NOTE: If belt squeals when impeller turns
freely, see Attachment Drive Belt
Replacement on page 21.
Ignition Switch
(Push/Pull Safety Key)
Key Switch has two positions:
1. “Stop” - pulled out
2. "Run" - pushed in
NOTE: DO NOT twist key after it is inserted.
Engine Shutoff Switch
1. Set the engine shutoff switch to the run
position ("Run") to start and operate the
engine.
2. Set the engine shutoff switch to the stop
position ("Stop") to shut off a running
engine.
Primer Bulb
Pushing the primer bulb in
adds fuel for easier engine
start. Refer to Starting and
Shut Off on page 15.
OPERATION
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
WARNING: To avoid injury to hands
and feet, always disengage clutches,
shut off engine, and wait for all
movement to stop before unclogging
or working on snow thrower.
Keep hands and feet away from
auger and impeller.
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