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3. Secure the deflector to the discharge chute with
2 carriage bolts, metal washers, and locknuts.
Note: Ensure that the square shoulders on the carriage
bolts align with the inside square on the discharge chute.
Position the metal washers to the outside of the chute
deflector as shown in Figure 5. Do not overtighten the
bolts.
Before Starting
Unlocking the Snowthrower
To unlock the snowthrower, push the key into the hole
(Fig. 6), hold the key down, and turn the key
counterclockwise.
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LOCKED
UNLOCKED
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2
Figure 6
1. Key 2. Interlock tab
Note: When you turn the key counterclockwise, the
interlock tab (a safety device that prevents an
unauthorized person from using the snowthrower) rotates
away from the prongs and allows you to plug the
extension cord into the snowthrower (Fig. 6).
Note: Do not attempt to remove the key when it is in the
unlocked position.
Securing the Power Supply
Cord
For safe and efficient use of your appliance, use only a
UL-listed extension cord recommended for outdoor use.
Refer to the Extension Cord Chart that follows.
Extension Cord Chart
If length of extension cord is
less than or equal to:
100 ft.
(30 m)
150 ft.
(46 m)
Assure wire size gauge
(A.W.G.) in cord is:
16 14
Note: Do not use an extension cord longer than 150 feet
(46 m).
Contact with water while operating the
snowthrower can cause electric shock, resulting in
personal injury or death.
• Don’t handle the plug or the appliance with wet
hands or while standing in water.
• Use only a UL-listed extension cord
recommended for outdoor cold weather use.
Refer to the Extension Cord Chart on page 6.
Warning
Note: To prevent the extension cord from disconnecting
during operation, tie it to the loop in the upper handle
before you connect it to the snowthrower (Fig. 7).
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Figure 7
1. Extension cord
The electrical cord can get damaged, causing a
shock or fire.
Thoroughly inspect electrical cord before using
the snowthrower. If the cord is damaged, do not
operate the snowthrower. Replace or repair the
damaged cord immediately. Contact your
Authorized Service Dealer for assistance.
Warning
Your snowthrower has a polarized plug, with one prong in
the handle socket being larger than the other (Fig. 8).
When you insert the end of a suitable extension cord into