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To add fuel to fuel tank:
1. ALWAYS place unit in open or well-ventilated
area.
2. Stop engine and allow to cool.
3. Clean Fuel Cap and surrounding area to prevent
dirt from entering Fuel Tank.
4. Remove Cap.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use gasohol or gasoline
containing alcohol. See Engine Manual for correct type
and grade of fuel.
5. Fill fuel tank to within 1/2 in. (1.2 cm) below
bottom of filler neck with unleaded gasoline.
NOTE: Tank capacity is 1 gallon (3.8 liters).
6. Replace Fuel Cap and tighten.
7. ALWAYS clean up any spilled fuel.
PRE-START
1. Frozen Impeller
IMPORTANT: Before starting engine, check impeller to
be sure it is not frozen.
To check impeller:
1. With ignition key switch in “Stop” position,
squeeze Attachment Clutch Lever to Engaged
position.
2. Pull Recoil Starter Handle.
3. If Impeller is frozen, (cannot pull Starter Handle)
move unit to a heated area and thaw to prevent
possible damage.
2. Check Function of Clutches
If clutches do not engage or disengage properly, adjust
or repair before operation. See Attachment
Clutch/Brake Adjustment on page 24 and Traction
Drive Clutch Adjustment on page 27).
3. Check Dual Handle Interlock
Without the engine running, press down (engage) both
clutch levers. Release attachment clutch lever.
Attachment clutch should remain engaged until traction
clutch lever is released, then both clutches must
disengage.
If clutches do not engage or disengage properly, adjust
or repair before operation (see Attachment
Clutch/Brake Adjustment on page 24 and Traction
Drive Clutch Adjustment on page 27).
4. Check Axle Lock (926021, 022, 023)
Use the axle lock knob to lock or unlock the right side
differential. Lock the differential to engage both tracks
and increase traction; unlock the right side to allow for
easier turning of the unit (see Differential Lock
(926021, 022, 023) on page 15).
5. Check Runners
Check and adjust Runners (Runners on page 22).
Allow 1/8 in. (3 mm) between scraper blade and hard,
smooth surface(s). Allow 1-1/4 in. (30 mm) between
scraper blade and uneven or gravel surfaces.
6. Check Engine Fuel & Crankcase Oil
Check and add fuel if required. Check that the engine
crankcase oil is full using dipstick. Refer to Engine
Manual for detailed instructions.
TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY
Immediately release both control levers to stop unit in
an emergency. Stop engine, remove key and wait for
all rotating parts to stop before leaving operator’s
position.
STARTING AND SHUT OFF
IMPORTANT: Allow unit and engine to adjust to the
outdoor temperature before clearing snow. Before
shut-off, run the attachment a few minutes to prevent
impeller freeze-up.
NOTE: Try out each control without the engine running
to see how it works and what it does.
Figure 18
On Position: Use this position
to run the unit.
Off Position: Use this position
to service, transport, or store
the unit.
926021, 022, 023
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section before
proceeding.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS could result in personal
injury and/or damage to unit. DO NOT
attempt to start your unit at this time. Read
entire Owner/Operator Manual and the
Engine Manual first.