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S Always stop theunit when work is delayed
orwhenwalkingfromonecuttinglocationto
another.
S Ifyoustrikeorbecomeentangledwithafor-
eign object, stop the engine immediately
and check for damage. Have a ny damage
repaired by an authorized service dealer
before attempting further operations. Dis-
cardblades thatarebent, warped, cracked
or broken.
S Stopthe unitimmediately ifyou feelexces-
sivevibration. Vibrationis asignoftrouble.
Inspect thoroughly for loose nuts, bolts or
damage before continuing. Contact an au-
thorized service dealer for repair or re-
placement of affected parts as necessary .
SNOW TH ROWER SAFETY
WARNING: Keep hands and feet
away from the rotor when starting or running
the engine. Never att empt to clear the rotor
with the engine/motor running. Stop engine
anddisconnectspark plugbefore unclogging
snow ordebris fromdischarge chuteorwhen
adjusting vanes.
WARNING: Never lean over dis-
charge chute. Rocks or debris could be
thrownintotheeyesand faceandcauseseri-
ous injury or blindness.
WARNING: Inspect the area where
the unit is to be used. Remove objects that
could be thrown or damage the unit. Some
objects may be hidden by fallen snow -- be
alert for the possibility .
S Direct material discharge away f rom glass
enclosures, automobiles, etc.
S Do not run engine at high speed while not
removing snow .
S Be attentive when using the snowthrower,
and stay alert for holes in the terrain and
other hidden hazards.
S Make sure the rotor will spin freely before at-
taching the snowthrower to the powerhead.
S Iftherotorwillnotrotatefreelyduetofrozen
ice, thaw the unit before t horoughly before
attempting to operate under power.
S Keep the rotor clear of debris.
S Do notthrow snow near otherpeople. The
snow thrower could propelsmall objectsat
high speed causing injury.
S After striking a foreign object, stop th e en-
gine,disconnectsparkplugandinspectthe
snowthrower for damage andrepair ifnec-
essary befor e restarting unit.
S Never operate thesnowthrower nearglass
enclosures, automo biles and trucks.Never
attempt to use the snowthrower on a roof.
S Never operate the snowthrower near win-
dow wells, dropoffs, etc.
S Never dischargesnowonto pu blicroads or
near moving traf fic.
S Clear snow from slopes by going up and
down; never across. Use caution when
changingdirections.Neverclearsnowfrom
steep slopes.
S Let snowthrower run for a few minutes after
clearing snow so m oving parts do not freeze.
S Look behind and use care when backing
up. Exercisecautiontoavoidslippingorfal-
ling, especially when operating in reverse.
S Know how to stop quickly.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeatallstepstoensure yourunitisproperly
assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam -
aged parts.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the
empty fuel tank.
Findingfuel oroilresidueonmuffler isnormal
due to carburetor adjustments and testing
done by the manufacturer .
INSTALLI NGTRIMMERATTACHMENT
CAUTION:
When installing trimmer attach-
ment, p lace theunit ona flatsurface forstability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
Shipping
protector
Coupler
Knob
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN
2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.
3. Remove the shaft cap from the trimmer
attachment (if present).
4. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of coupler.
5. Pushtheattachmentintothecoupleruntil
the locking/release button snaps into the
primary hole.