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Page 3 - SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; TRAINING; OPERATION

3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES This sym bol points out im portant safety instructions, w hich if not follow ed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. R ead and follow all instructions in this m anual before attem pting to operate this m achine. F...

Page 4 - MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

4 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 alcohol or drugs. 7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch. 8. Exercise extreme caut...

Page 5 - SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER

5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER Unpacking • Remove screws from the top sides and ends of the shipping crate. • Set panel aside to avoid tire punctures or personal injury. • Remove and discard plastic bag that covers unit. • Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., Operator’s Manual...

Page 6 - SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER; Drive Control / Auger Control Lock

6 • If not already attached, slip the cables that run from the handle panel to the chute assembly into the cable guide located on top of the engine. See Figure 3. Figure 3 • If not already attached, unwrap the headlight wire which is attached to the headlight, beneath the handle panel. Wind the head...

Page 7 - Forward

7 The drive control also locks the auger control so youcan turn the chute directional control withoutinterrupting the snow throwing process. If the augercontrol is engaged along with the drive control, theoperator can release the auger control (on the lefthandle) and the augers will remain engaged. ...

Page 8 - SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Before Starting; To Start Engine; Electric Starter

8 Headlight The headlight is on whenever the engine is running. Track Lock Lever The track lock lever is located on the right side of the snow thrower and is used to select the position of the auger housing and the method of track operation. Move the lever to the right, then forward or backward to o...

Page 9 - To Stop Engine; Recoil Starter; To Engage Track Drive; To Engage Augers; Auger Control Test

9 • Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold engine start). If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position instead of FULL. • Push primer button two or three times for cold engine start, making sure to cover vent hole in primer button when pushing. DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine af...

Page 10 - Drift Cutters; Operating Tips

10 • Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating and shows NO signs of motion. IMPORTANT: If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating, immediately return to the operator’s position and shut off the engine. Wait for ALL moving parts to stop before re-adjusting the auger control. • To readjust...

Page 11 - SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS; Chute Assembly

11 SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to make anyadjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in the operator’smanual. Chute Assembly The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by changing the angle of the upper chute. Move the chute tilt control forward to decre...

Page 12 - Shift Rod Adjustment; Skid Shoes; Carburetor; SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Lubrication

12 Shift Rod Adjustment To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows: • Remove the hairpin clip and slide the shift rod connector up, to separate the upper shift rod from the lower shift rod. See Figure 11. • Place the shift lever into the sixth (6) position. • Rotate the shift arm clockwise (from th...

Page 14 - SECTION 7: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Augers; Shave Plate and Skid Shoes; Auger Belts

14 SECTION 7: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, orinspecting, disengage all controls andstop engine. Wait until all moving partshave come to a complete stop. Disconnectspark plug wire and ground it against theengine to prevent unintended starting.Always wear safety gl...

Page 15 - Drive Belt; Replacing Friction Wheel Rubber

15 • Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic film under the gas cap. • Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on its auger housing. Refer to Figure 9. • Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower. • Roll the front a...

Page 17 - SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING

17 NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits duringstorage. Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. • Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust. • Remove spark plug and pour one ounce of engine oil through spark plug hole int...

Page 30 - NOTES

Page 31 - MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED COMMERCIAL WARRANTY

31 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED COMMERCIAL WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise used for commercial purposes and purchased and used in the United States and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect ...

Page 32 - 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 and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada...