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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 - Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute; TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 2.0 Quartsand 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: 21 Ounces Spark Plug: Champion RJ19LM (Gap: .030") CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new snow th...

Page 4 - PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON; REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CAR TON

4 PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON 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 maintenance of the product. You...

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 COLD START - ELECTRIC STARTER 1. Insert safety ignition key into the ignition slot until it clicks. DO NOT turn the key. Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place. 2. Place throttle control in FAST position. 3. Rotate choke control to FULL position. 4. Connect the power cord to the engin...

Page 13 - MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART; BEFORE EACH USE; LUBRICATION

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 -m...

Page 14 - ENGINE; CLEANING

14 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS Check V-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 V-belts o...

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 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 a...

Page 17 - STORAGE; OTHER

17 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. 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, spark or pilot ligh...

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. Refi ll fuel tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 4. Throttle in STOP position. 4. Move throt...

Page 19 - SERVICE NOTES