6. When cleaning, repairingor inspectingthe snowthrower,
stop the engine and make certain the collector/impel-
ler and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect
the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the
plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the
engine.
7. Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting
the engine and for transporting the snow thrower in or
out of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust
fumes are dangerous.
Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
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10.
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16. Never touch a hot engine or muffler.
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute
Hand contactwiththe rotatingimpellerinsidethedischarge
chute isthe most common cause ofinjury associated with
snow throwers. Never use your hand to clean outthe dis-
charge chute. To clear the chute:
1. SHUT THE ENGINE OFF!
2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impellerblades have
stopped rotating.
Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards,
and other safety protective devices in place and work-
ing.
Never direct the discharge toward people or areas
where property damage can occur, Keep children and
others away.
Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting
to clear snow at too fast a rate.
Never operate the machine at high transport speeds
on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when
operating in reverse.
13. Disengage power to the collector/impeller when snow
thrower is transported or not in use.
14. Use only attachments and accessories approved by
the manufacturer of the snow thrower (such as wheel
weights, counterweights, or cabs).
15. Never operatethe snow thrower without good visibility
or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep afirm
hold on the handles. Walk; never run,
3. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.
Maintenance and Storage
t. Check shear bolts andother boltsatfrequentintervals
for propertightnesstobe sure the equipmentis insafe
workingcondition.
2. Never store the machine with fue! in the fuel tank
inside a buildingwhere ignitionsources are present
such as hotwater heaters, space heaters, or clothes
dryers. Allow the engine to cool before storingin any
enclosure.
3. Always referto operator's manual for important details
if the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended
period.
4. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary,
5. Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow
to prevent freeze-up of the collector/impeller.
IIIIHHIH I"ll"llll"lI I II I
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new snow
thrower. It has been designed, engineered and manu-
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Gasoline Capacity 4.0 Quarts (4,54 Liters)
and Type: Unleaded Regular only
Oil Type SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30
API SG-SL): (0° to +40°F)
SAE 0W-30 (below 0°F)
Oil Capacity: 26 Ounces (0,74 Liters)
Spark Plug Champion RJ19LM
Gap: 0.030" (0,072 mm)
factured to give best possible dependability and perfor-
manGe.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service
center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and
the proper tools to service or repair this unit.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your snow thrower
properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERSWILL BE FOUND
ON A DECAL A-t-]-ACH EDTO THE REAR OF THE SNOW
THROWER HOUSING.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBERAND
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for
and using your snow thrower.
• Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Stor-
age" sections of this owner's manual,
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 2-3
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................ 3
ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION ............................... 5-7
OPERATION ............................................................ 8-13
MAINTENANCE ..................................................... 14-15
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 14
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 16-18
STO RAGE................................................................... 18
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 19
REPAIR PARTS..................................................... 20-31
WARRANTY ................................................................ 32