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Safety System Tests
Determining Which Test to Use
Models with Free Hand™ Control: After engaging the traction
control (left hand) and auger control (right hand), Free Hand
allows the operator to release the auger control, and for the auger
control to remain engaged until the traction control is released.
Free Hand models have the icon set shown in Figure 2 on the
dashboard.
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Models without Free Hand Control: On units without Free
Hand, the auger and traction controls operate independently,
and the Free Hand icon set is not found on the dashboard.
Please select the appropriate Safety System Test for your unit.
Safety System Test (units without Free
Hand control)
WARNING
Amputation hazard
This snowthrower is equipped with several mechanical safety
systems designed to keep the operator safe while using the
unit. Check the operation of these systems regularly using the
safety system tests listed. If the unit fails to operate as
described, DO NOT operate it. See your authorized dealer for
service immediately.
Test 1 - Auger/Impeller Control
With the engine running:
• Press down on the auger control lever. (The auger/impeller
should rotate)
• Release theauger control lever. (The auger/impeller should
stop within 5 seconds)
Test 2 - Traction Drive Control
With the engine running and speed control in 1st gear:
• Press down on the traction control lever. (The unit should
move forward)
• Release the traction control lever. (The unit should stop)
Safety System Test (units with Free Hand
control)
WARNING
Amputation hazard
This snowthrower is equipped with several mechanical safety
systems designed to keep the operator safe while using the
unit. Check the operation of these systems regularly using the
safety system tests listed. If the unit fails to operate as
described, DO NOT operate it. See your authorized dealer for
service immediately.
Test 1 - Auger/Impeller Control
With the engine running:
• Press down on the auger control lever. (The auger/impeller
should rotate)
• Release theauger control lever. (The auger/impeller should
stop within 5 seconds)
Test 2 - Traction Drive Control
With the engine running and speed control in 1st gear:
• Press down on the traction control lever. (The unit should
move forward)
• Release the traction control lever. (The unit should stop)
Test 3 - Free Hand Control
With the engine running:
• Engage the auger and traction control levers, then release
the auger control lever. (Both controls should remain
engaged)
• Next, release the traction control lever. (Both controls
should release)
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Not for
Reproduction