John Deere ST0726 Snow Blower User Manual


 
OPERATION
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MTF-031071L
HOW TO REMOVE SNOW FROM AUGER
WARNING: Do not attempt to remove snow or
debris that may become lodged in auger with-
out taking the following precautions:
A cleaning stick is attached to the top of the auger housing.
Use the cleaning stick to remove snow from the auger
housing.
S Release auger drive lever.
S Move throttle lever to stop position.
S Remove (do not turn) ignition key.
S Disconnect spark plug wire.
S Do not place your hands in the auger or discharge
chute. Use the cleaning stick to remove snow.
HOW TO SET THE DRIFT CUTTERS
(OPTIONAL ACCESSORY ON SOME MODELS)
Drift cutters are used to cut a path through snow deeper than
the auger housing.
1. Loosen the wingnuts that secure the drift cutters to the
auger housing (see Figure 16).
2. Raise the drift cutters to the desired height.
3. Tighten the wingnuts.
Drift Cutter
Wingnut
Figure 16