Page 2 - IMPORTANT; Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers; Operation
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 - CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute; TABLE OF CONTENTS; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
3 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new snow thrower. It has been designed, engineered and man u fac tured to give best possible dependability and per for mance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center. We have competent, ...
Page 4 - PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON; REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CAR TON
4 PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new snow thrower. Reading the entire manual will familiar-ize you with the unit, which will assist you in assembly, operation and mainte...
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 vis...
Page 11 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
11 TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 17) 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 ...
Page 12 - SNOW THROWING TIPS
12 OPERATION 5. Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter rope to snap back. 6. When the engine starts, release the recoil starter han dle and slowly move the choke control to the OFF position. Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will not develop full power until it ...
Page 13 - MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART; SNOW THROWER
13 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 -ments will need to be made peri...
Page 14 - ENGINE; CLEANING
14 MAINTENANCE AUGER GEAR CASE• The gear case was fi lled with lubricant to the proper level at the factory. The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the gear case. • If lubricant is required, use only Ronex ED #1 grease. TRACTION DRIVE SYSTEM DO NOT lubricate ...
Page 15 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
15 CAUTION: Do not substitute. Use only original equip ment capscrew/shear bolts as sup plied with your snow thrower. 4. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or ad just ments: 1. Be sure throttle is in STOP position.2. Remove safety i...
Page 17 - OTHER
17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS STORAGE Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. WA R N I N G : N e v e r s t o r e t h e s n o w thrower with gaso line in the tank in side a build ing where fumes may reach an open fl ame, spa...
Page 18 - TROUBLESHOOTING
18 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. 4. Throttle in STOP position. 4. Move throttle to FAST position. 5. Choke...
Page 19 - SERVICE NOTES
Page 20 - LIMITED WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer pur-chaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, with...