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OPERATION
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MTF-031072L
OPERATING TIPS
1. For optimum snowthrower efficiency, adjust ground
speed, not the throttle. REMEMBER - if the wheels slip,
forward speed will be reduced. The engine is designed
to deliver optimum performance at full throttle and must
be run at this power setting at all times.
2. Most efficient snowblowing is accomplished when snow
is removed immediately after it falls.
3. For complete snow removal, slightly overlap each swath
previously taken.
4. Snow should be discharged downwind whenever pos-
sible.
5. For normal usage, set the skids one-eighth inch (3 mm)
below the scraper bar. For extremely hard-packed snow
surfaces, the skids may be adjusted upward to insure
cleaning efficiency.
6. On gravel or crushed rock surfaces, the skids should be
set at 1-1/4 inch (32 mm) below the scraper bar (see To
Adjust Skid Height, in the MAINTENANCE section in this
manual). Rocks and gravel must not be picked up and
thrown by the machine.
7. After the snowblowing job has been completed, allow the
engine to idle for a few minutes, to melt snow and ice ac-
cumulated on the engine.
8. Remove ice and snow accumulation from the entire
snowthrower to prevent obstructions and possible dam-
age when snowthrower is subsequently operated.
9. Before starting snowthrower, always inspect augers and
impeller for ice accumulation and/or debris, which could
result in snowthrower damage.
10. Check oil level before every start. fill to “SAFE” indication
prior to operating snowthrower.
To help avoid possible freeze-up of starter, proceed as
follows:
Recoil Starter:
With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid continuous
full arm stroke three (3) or four (4) times.
NOTE: The unusual sound made by pulling starter rope
will not harm the engine or the starter.
Electric Starter:
1. Connect the “POWER CORD” to the “SWITCH BOX” and
then to a 120 volt AC receptacle.
2. With engine running, push the “STARTER BUTTON”
and spin the starter for several seconds.
NOTE: The unusual sound made by spinning the
starter rope will not harm the engine or the starter.
3. Disconnect the “POWER CORD” from the receptacle
first and then from the “SWITCH BOX”.