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NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for instruction on
starting, stopping and operating the engine.
Engaging the Auger
To engage the auger and start throwing snow, squeeze the 1.
auger control against the handle. Release to stop the auger.
See Fig. 5-1.
Engaging the Drive
Lift up slightly on the handle to allow the rubber paddles on the
auger to contact the pavement and propel the snow thrower
forward. Pushing downward on the handle will raise the auger
off the ground and stop the forward motion.
NOTE: Excessive upward pressure on the handle will result
in premature wear on the rubber auger blades which will
not be covered by the warranty.
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute
WARNING! Never use your hands to clear a
clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain
behind handles until all moving parts have stopped
before using the clean-out tool to clear the chute
assembly.
Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge
chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow
throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute.
To clear the chute:
SHUT THE ENGINE OFF!1.
Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have 2.
stopped rotating.
Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.3.
Chute
Refer to Fig. 5-2 for the chute controls.
To increase the angle/distance snow is thrown, pull up/back on
the upper chute. To decrease the angle/distance snow is thrown,
push down/forward on the upper chute.
To rotate the chute to the left, turn the chute control handle to
the right. To rotate the chute to the right, turn the chute control
handle to the left.
Auger
Control
Handle
Figure 5-1
Chute Control
Handle
Upper
Chute
Wing Nut
Figure 5-2