Page 3 - SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; Training; Operation
3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual beforeattempting to operate this machine. F...
Page 4 - Maintenance And Storage; G R A P H IC S S H E E T
4 7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch. 8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. 9. Exercise caution when changing direction and while operating on slopes. 10. Plan your snow throwing pattern t...
Page 5 - SECTION 2: SETTING UP YOUR SNOW THROWER; Unpacking; Loose Parts; Before Assembly; Setting up the Snow Thrower; Handle
5 SECTION 2: SETTING UP YOUR SNOW THROWER NOTE: The snow thrower is shipped with oil and WITHOUT GASOLINE. After assembly, refer toseparate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oilrecommendations. Unpacking • Cut along corners of the carton and lay it down flat. Remove packing material. • Remove...
Page 6 - For Models with 4 Way Chute Control Box; For Models with 2Way Chute Control; Models with a Chute Directional Control
6 Chute Assembly (all models) 1. Apply a light lubricant (i.e. 3-in-1 oil) to the base of the chute assembly. 2. Place the chute assembly on the lip of the chute adapter. See Figure 3 3. One end of each chute keeper is already attached to the chute flange. Pivot the free end of the chute keeper to a...
Page 7 - Final Adjustments; Tire Pressure; Skid Shoe
7 Figure 8 Lamp Wire (optional) 1. Make sure the lamp wire is wrapped down the right handle as shown in Figure 9 . 2. Make sure the lamp wire is plugged into the alternator lead wire under the fuel tank. See Figure 9 inset. Figure 9 Chute Clean-out Tool 1. The chute clean-out tool is fastened with a...
Page 8 - SECTION 3: KNOWING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Shift Lever; Forward; Choke Control; Engine Controls
8 SECTION 3: KNOWING YOUR SNOW THROWER Figure 10 WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. NOTE: For detailed starting instructions and more information on all engine controls, refer to the separate engine manual packed wi...
Page 9 - Skid Shoes
9 Auger Control The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the auger control against the handle to engage the augers and start snow throwing action. Release to stop. Drive Control The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the drive control against the handle to engage t...
Page 10 - SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Before Starting; Starting The Engine; Electric Starter; Recoil Starter
10 Electric Starter Outlet (If so equipped) Requires use of a three-prong outdoor extension cord (packed with the snow thrower) and a 120V power source/wall outlet. Augers When engaged, the augers rotate and draw snow into the housing. Chute Assembly Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged o...
Page 11 - Stopping The Engine; To Engage Drive; For models with optional interlock mechanism only:
11 NOTE: If the engine is already warm, place choke control in the OFF position instead of FULL. • Push the primer two or three times for cold engine start, making sure to cover vent hole in the center of the primer when pushing. NOTE: DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short shutdow...
Page 12 - To Throw Snow; Operating Tips
12 Auger Control Test IMPORTANT: Perform the following test before operating your snow thrower for the first time and at the start of each winter season. Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows: • When the auger control is released and in the disengaged “up” position, the cable should h...
Page 13 - Drift Cutters; Tire Chains
13 Chute Clean-Out Tool The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip. Should snow and ice become lodged in the chute assembly during operation, proceed as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening: • Release both the Auger...
Page 14 - SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS; Shift Rod Adjustment
14 SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in operator’s manual. Shift Rod Adjustment If the full range of speeds (forward and reverse) cannot be achieved, refer to the figures to the right and adjust the shift r...
Page 16 - SECTION 6: MAINTAINING AND SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Engine; Augers; Shave Plate and Skid Shoes
16 SECTION 6: MAINTAINING AND SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Engine Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for all engine maintenan...
Page 17 - Replacing Belts; Auger Belt; Drive Belt
17 • To remove skid shoes, remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange nuts which secure them to the snow thrower. Reassemble new skid shoes with the four carriage bolts (two on each side) and hex flange nuts. Refer to Figures 19 and 21. • To remove shave plate, remove the carriage bolts, cupped w...
Page 18 - Friction Wheel Rubber
18 • Push idler away from the chute and insert a Philips head screwdriver in the hole on the idler as shown in Figure 26. This will release tension on drive belt. Figure 26 • Pull drive belt out and away from the engine pulley to remove. See Figure 26. • Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that ...
Page 20 - SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING
20 SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start. 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 2. Blocked fuel line. 3. Choke not in ON position 4. Faulty spark plug. 5. Safety key not in ignition switch on engine. 6. Spark plug wire disconnected. 7. Primer button not being used prope...
Page 21 - SECTION; Batteries are covered by a 90 day limited warranty.; TRACTOR ATTACHMENT WARRANTY
21 SECTION 9 : THREE (3) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) years from the date of original purchase of our products, we will either repair or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. Factory or authorized service firm, any part found to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL and WORKMANSHIP for the origin...