Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; FINDING MODEL NUMBER; ENGINE INFORMATION
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices .................................................................................. 3 Assembling Your Snow Thrower ....................................................................................... 5 Know Your Snow Thrower ........
Page 3 - SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; Training; Operation
3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of ampu...
Page 4 - Maintenance & Storage
4 4. Never operate with a missing or damaged discharge chute. Keep all safety devices in place and working. 5. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 6. Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcoh...
Page 5 - SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER
5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER Unpacking From Carton • Cut along corners of the carton and lay it down flat. Remove packing material. • Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.). • Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for any remaining loose par...
Page 6 - Assembling Discharge Chute; SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
6 handle. Hold the “Z” fitting with the pliers, not the cable, to avoid damaging the cable. NOTE: The upper hole in the control handle providesfor adjustment in belt tension. Refer to page 9 of thismanual for instructions. Assembling Discharge Chute • Turn the chute crank until the chute faces strai...
Page 7 - SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Before Starting
7 Discharge Chute The angle of the discharge chute controls the distance that the snow is thrown. Tilt the discharge chute up for greater distance; tilt down for less distance. Loosen the hand knob on the side of the discharge chute to adjust. Tilt the chute to the desired position, and tighten the ...
Page 8 - To Stop Engine; Operating the Snow Thrower; Operating Tips
8 • If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows. • Rotate choke lever to FULL position. • Connect power cord to switch box on dash panel. Plug the other end of power cord into a three-prong 120-volt, grounded, AC receptacle. • Push starter button to crank engine. As you crank t...
Page 9 - SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS; Shave Plate; Belt Tension
9 SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS Shave Plate • To check the adjustment of the shave plate, place the unit on a level surface. See Figure 8. The wheels, shave plate and augers should all contact level surface. Note that if the shave plate is adjusted too high, snow may blow under the housing. If the s...
Page 10 - SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Replacing Belt
10 SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER Replacing Belt • Remove the belt cover by removing five hex screws. See Figure 12. Figure 12 • Pull up on the idler pulley and slip the belt off the engine pulley. See Figure 13. Figure 13 • Push down on the idler pulley and slip the belt off the auger pul...
Page 11 - SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
11 SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest authorized servicerepresentative or call 1-866-840-6483 for the Customer Support Center. Refer to the engine manual for moreengine related information. Problem Cause Remedy Engine fa...
Page 16 - MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of two (2) years commencing o...