Page 2 - IMPORTANT; Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers
2 IMPORTANT Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. WARNING: This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks, driveways and ot...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
3 6. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower, 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 e...
Page 4 - PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON; REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CAR TON
4 PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON (1) POWER CORD (198563) (1) DISCHARGE CHUTE (3) RETAINER SPRINGS (169675) (2) SHEAR BOLTS 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 (192090) (2) LOCKNUTS 1/4-20 (73800400) EXTRA SHEAR BOLTS AND NUTS (1) WASHER 3/8 (19131316) (1) LOCKNUT 3/8 (73800600) ROTATOR HEAD MOUNTING (1) AUGER CONTROL...
Page 7 - OPERATION; KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
7 OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols ma...
Page 9 - HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER
9 The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your snow thrower or performing any ad just- ments or repairs. We recommend standard safe ty glasses or a wide visi...
Page 11 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
11 TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 16)NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to adjust the skid plates.Skid plates are located on each side of the auger housing and adjust the clearance between the scraper bar and the ground surface. Adjust skid plates evenly to proper height for cu...
Page 12 - SNOW THROWING TIPS
12 OPERATION SNOW THROWING TIPS • Go slower in deep, freezing or heavy wet snow. Use the drive speed control, NOT the ON / OFF switch, to adjust speed. • It is easier and more efficient to remove snow im me- di ate ly after it falls. • The best time to remove snow is the early morning. At this time ...
Page 13 - MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART
13 MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION CHART GENERAL REC OM MEN DA TIONS The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have been sub ject ed to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain snow thrower as in struct ed in this manual. Some ad just me...
Page 14 - ENGINE
14 MAINTENANCE BELTS Check belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. (See “TO REMOVE BELT COVER” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).The belts on your ...
Page 15 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; SNOW THROWER
15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or ad- just ments:1. Be sure the on/off switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove safety ignition key.3. Make sure the augers and all mov ing parts have completely stopped. 4. Disconnect spark plug wire from sp...
Page 18 - STORAGE
18 STORAGE Immediately prepare your snow thrower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the snow thrower with gaso line in the tank in side a build ing where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a fur nace, ...
Page 19 - TROUBLESHOOTING
19 TROUBLESHOOTING Does not start 1. Fuel shut-off valve (if so 1. Turn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position. equipped) in OFF position. 2. Safety ignition key 2. Insert safety ignition key. is not inserted. 3. Out of fuel. 3. Fill fuel tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 4. Throttle in STOP position 4...
Page 38 - SERVICE NOTES
Page 40 - LIMITED WARRANTY
439031 09.30.10 SR Printed in the U.S.A. LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we w...