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 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute; TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 4.0 Quarts and Type: Unleaded Regular only Oil Type SAE 30 (above 40°F) (API SG–SL): SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (0° to +40°F) SAE 0W-30 (below 0°F) Oil Capacity: 26 Ounces Spark Plug: Champion RN4C (Gap: .030") CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new snow th...
Page 4 - PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON
4 PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON (1) POWER CORD (198563) (1) DISCHARGE CHUTE (6) SHEAR BOLTS 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 (198636) (6) SPACERS (198638) (1) WASHER 3/8 (19131316) (1) LOCKNUT 5/16-18 (751153) (1) CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16-18 x 5/8 (72250505) (1) LOCKNUT 1/4-20 (191730) (1) NYLON WASHER (179246) (1) SHO...
Page 5 - REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CAR TON
5 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 familiarize you with the unit, which will assist you in assembly, operation and maintenance of the product. Your new snow...
Page 8 - OPERATION; KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
8 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 10 - HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER
10 TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 15) The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever located on the right side handle.• Squeeze auger control lever to handle to engage the auger and throw snow. • Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow. OPERATION TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE (See Fi...
Page 12 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
12 NOTE: It is not recommended to operate the snow thrower over gravel or rocky surfaces. Objects such as gravel, rocks or other debris, can easily be picked up and thrown by the impeller, which can cause serious personal injury, property dam age or damage to the snow thrower. • If snow thrower must...
Page 13 - SNOW THROWING TIPS
13 CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gas- o hol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and for- ma tion of acids dur ing storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptie...
Page 14 - MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART
14 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 15 - SNOW THROWER
15 MAINTENANCE SNOW THROWER Always observe safety rules when performing main te nance. TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in both tires (14–17 P.S.I. / 19-24.5 N-m). • Keep tires free of gasoline / oil, which can harm rubber. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, t...
Page 16 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
16 WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before per- forming any service or ad just ments: 1. Be sure throttle is in STOP 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 spark plug and place wire where it ca...
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 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 34 - REPAIR PARTS
34 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION REPAIR PARTS DRIVE SNOW THROWER ...