Operating

· Inspect machine before you operate. Be sure hardware is tight. Repair or replace damaged, badly worn, or missing parts. Be sure guards and shields are in good condition and fastened in place. Make any necessary adjustments before you operate.

· Clear work area of objects that might be thrown. Keep people and pets out of the work area. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

· If you hit an object, stop the machine and inspect it. Make repairs before you operate. Keep machine properly maintained and in good working order. Keep all shields and guards in place.

· DO NOT blow snow toward people, cars, or buildings.

· DO NOT use snowblower on surfaces above ground level, such as, a roof of a building.

· Be extremely careful if you must clear snow from a gravel path. Be aware that snowblower may pick up gravel in snow. Adjust spout angle carefully to blow this snow safely.

· DO NOT leave machine unattended when it is running.

· Only operate during daylight or with good artificial light.

· Be sure of footing. Operate slowly on slippery surfaces. Be especially careful when you pull machine backwards with the engine running.

· DO NOT blow snow across a slope. Be careful when you change direction on a slope. Do not try to clear snow from steep slopes. Keep away from edge of a ditch or bank.

· Keep a firm hold on the machine handles. Avoid sudden starts and stops.

· DO NOT run engine in a building unless there is good ventilation.

Rotating Blades Are Dangerous - Protect Children And Prevent Accidents

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PROTECT CHILDREN:

· Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Children are attracted to snow blowing activity, stay alert to the presence of children.

· Keep children in the house when you are operating the machine.

· Turn machine off if a child enters the area.

· Use extra care when you come to blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your vision.

· DO NOT let children or an untrained person operate the machine.

HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS:

· Be alert at all times, people ESPECIALLY CHILDREN can move quickly into the area before you know it.

· Shut off auger when you are not blowing snow.

· Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts.

Wear Appropriate Clothing

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· Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate for the job.

· Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing, wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.

Adjusting Scraper Blade


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! If scraper blade wears too far auger/impeller housing may be damaged.

1. Park snowblower on a hard, smooth surface.

2. Stop engine, remove key, wait for all moving parts to stop.

3. Remove wire from spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

4. Tip unit back onto handle bars and support housing.

5. Adjust skid shoes to their FULL UP position.

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6. Inspect scraper blade (A):

· If scraper blade has excessive wear, replace it.

· If scraper blade can be adjusted; loosen nuts and reposition scraper blade, flush with skid shoes.

7. Tighten nuts.

8. Adjust skid shoes to the proper height. (See Adjusting Skid Shoes in this section).

Adjusting Skid Shoes

Adjust skid shoe height for proper working conditions:

· To operate on a smooth, hard surface: Adjust skid shoes so there is 3mm (1/8 in.) between scraper blade and surface.

· To operate on gravel or uneven surface: Adjust skid shoes so there is 30mm (1-1/4 in.) between scraper blade and surface.

· To operate on hard packed snow: Remove skid shoes and install them upside down. This will prevent the snowblower from riding up on the snow. Adjust skid shoes so there is 3mm (1/8 in.) between scraper blade and surface.

1. Park snowblower on a hard, smooth surface.

2. Stop engine, remove key, wait for all moving parts to stop.

3. Remove wire from spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

4. Check tires:

· Air pressure in both tires should be equal, although some machine leveling can be made by using different pressures.

· Each tire must be resting on hard surface, not a cross-link of tire chain.

5. Put a block under auger housing.

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6. Inspect skid shoes:

· If skid shoes have excessive wear, replace them.

· If skid shoes can be adjusted; loosen two nuts (A) and move skid shoe (B) to desired position.

· Tighten nuts. Adjust other skid shoe to the same height.

Using Drive Control Levers

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TRACTION DRIVE LEVER (A):

· Pull lever (A) to handle to ENGAGE the traction drive.

· Release lever to DISENGAGE traction drive.

· If auger drive lever (B) is also ENGAGED, you can release lever (B), auger drive will stay in the ENGAGED position. Release traction drive lever and both traction drive and auger drive will DISENGAGE.

· Traction drive lever (A) will work independently from the auger drive lever.

AUGER DRIVE LEVER (B):

· Pull lever (B) to handle to ENGAGE the auger drive.

· Release lever to DISENGAGE auger drive.

· If traction drive lever (A) is also ENGAGED, you can release lever (B), auger drive will stay in the ENGAGED position. Release traction drive lever and both traction drive and auger drive will DISENGAGE.

· Traction drive lever (A) will work independently from the auger drive lever.

Using Speed Selector Lever


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! DO NOT overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.

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The speed selector lever (A) controls the units forward speed and reverse motion:

· Moving the speed selector lever forward increases forward travel. There are six forward speeds available: "1" is the slowest speed and "6" is the fastest speed.

· Moving the speed selector lever rearward increases reverse travel. There are two reverse speeds available: "R1" is the slowest speed and "R2" is the fastest speed.

TO OPERATE SPEED SELECTOR LEVER:

· With engine running, position speed selector lever in the notch of the desired speed and ENGAGE the traction drive lever (B).

· DO NOT change forward speeds without declutching (releasing traction drive lever).

· DO NOT change motion from forward to reverse with traction drive lever ENGAGED.

· Release traction drive lever to STOP forward or reverse travel.

Using Discharge Chute Controls

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! To avoid injury:

· DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

· Keep clear of discharge opening at all times.

· DO NOT use hands to unclog chute.

DISCHARGE CHUTE

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· The discharge chute control (A) will rotate the discharge chute (D):

· The discharge chute will rotate (full right, straight ahead, or full left).

CHUTE DEFLECTOR

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· The chute deflector lever (B) will control the chute deflector (C):

· The chute deflector will determine how high or low snow will be thrown.

Using Fuel Shut Off


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! This snowblower is equipped with a gravity feed type of fuel system. If the fuel shut off valve is not in the CLOSED (OFF) position, gasoline can leak out of the carburetor while unit is being transported.

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The engine in your snowblower is equipped with a two position fuel shut off valve (A).

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CLOSED (OFF) position (B):

· When performing any type of engine service.

· When transporting.

· During storage.

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OPEN position (C):

· Fuel shut off valve must be in the full OPEN position for proper fuel delivery to the engine.

Using Differential Lock

To ENGAGE differential lock:

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· Pull knob (C) and turn to "LOCKED"position (A). Knob will snap in when positioned correctly.

· Both drive wheels are now locked together for improved traction -turning will now be more difficult.

To DISENGAGE differential lock:

· Pull knob (C) and turn to the "UNLOCKED" position (B).

· This is the normal position to leave your unit in. Engine power will be going to both wheels through the differential - turning corners will now be easier

Pre-Starting Engine


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! In very cold weather, check impeller to be sure it is not frozen. Starting with a frozen impeller could damage the unit.

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To check unit for a frozen impeller (A):

1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug.

2. Engage auger drive lever.

3. Pull engine rewind starter.

· If impeller is frozen: Rewind starter can not be pulled. Move unit to a heated area so ice around impeller can thaw.

· If Impeller is not frozen: Rewind starter can be pulled - it will be more difficult than normal.

Starting Engine

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! DO NOT start engine in building unless ventilation is good.

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1. Check fuel shut off valve (A). Valve must be in the full OPEN position.

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2. Traction drive lever (B) and auger drive lever (C) must be in the DISENGAGED position.

3. Speed selector lever (D) should be in the "N" NEUTRAL position.

NOTE: The engine ignition key is a two position PUSH/PULL design. DO NOT twist key after it is installed.

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4. Install engine ignition key and PUSH it into the position.

· "STOP" position. To disable the ignition system, PULL key all the way out.

5. Turn choke control knob (E) to choke engine. This engine is equipped with a three position choke:

· Cold engine: Turn choke knob clockwise to the full position.

· Warm / Hot engine: Turn choke knob to the off position or middle position, depending on engine temperature.

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6. Push primer bulb (F) to force fuel into the carburetor, be sure to cover VENT HOLE in primer bulb:

· Cold engine: Push primer bulb quickly two or three times. When temperatures go below -10° C (15° F) repeat priming may be needed.

· Warm / Hot engine: Push primer bulb once or not at all depending on engine temperature.

7. Move throttle lever (H) to set engine speed:

· Cold engine: Set throttle lever at 1/2 to 3/4 "FAST" position.

· Warm / Hot engine: Set throttle lever in the "FAST" position.

8. Start engine:

Manual Start - Standard Equipment

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· Pull starter handle (I) until you feel resistance within the engine.

· Then pull handle fast and steady.

· Do not let handle snap back.

· Repeat steps 6 and 8 until engine starts.

If starter handle is frozen and will not crank engine:

· Pull as much rope out of starter as possible.

· Release starter handle and let it snap back against starter, repeat as required.

Electric Start - Optional Equipment

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! If your house wiring system is not a three-wire grounded system, DO NOT connect the electric starter to it under any condition.

· Use only a grounded (three-prong) cord to connect switch box to electrical power.

· Connect cord to switch box FIRST, then to electrical power.


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The house circuit you use should be protected by a 20 amp fuse. · A smaller fuse may burn out when you use the electric starter. · A larger fuse may burn out the snowblower starter motor.

NOTE: The electric starter motor will shut off automatically if it overheats from cranking the engine. After the motor cools, it will operate again.

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· Connect power cord to engine switch box (A).

· Plug other end of cord into three-hole, grounded 120-volt AC. receptacle.

· Push starter button (B) to start engine.

· Disconnect cord from house circuit FIRST. Then disconnect cord from switch box.

· With engine started:

· Slowly move choke knob to the "OFF" position.

· Slowly move throttle lever to desired engine speed.

Stopping Engine

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Follow steps below before you park, inspect, adjust, or unplug snowblower.

1. Release traction drive lever (A) and auger drive lever (B). Snowblower will STOP and auger/blower will STOP.

2. Put speed selector lever (C) in the "N" NEUTRAL position.

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3. Slowly move throttle lever (D) to the "STOP" position. Engine will stop.

NOTE: The engine ignition key is a two position PUSH/PULL design. DO NOT twist key after it is installed.

4. Pull engine ignition key (E) out.

· "STOP" position. To disable the ignition system, PULL key all the way out.

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5. Move fuel shut off valve (F) to the CLOSED (OFF) position. (See Using Fuel Shut Off Valve in this section).

Emergency Stopping

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! BE ALERT to possible emergencies as you operate the snowblower.

BE READY TO STOP the snowblower quickly.

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To STOP snowblower in an emergency, RELEASE LEVERS.

This will:

· STOP snowblower travel.

· STOP auger. If the auger does not come to a complete STOP in 5 seconds or less after the auger drive lever is released. (See Checking Clutch / Impeller Brake in the Service section).

Engine will not STOP.

Using Headlight

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Headlight (A) will remain "ON" as long as the engine is running.

Daily Operating Checklist

o Check fuel level

o Check engine oil

o Check hardware

o Inspect Snowblower

Avoid Damage To Plastic And Painted Surfaces

Be careful not to spill fuel on machine. Fuel may damage surface. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately

Transporting

TRANSPORTING A SHORT DISTANCE:

· When transporting unit to and from area to be cleared, press down on handlebars enough to raise front of snowblower slightly off surface.

· Engage traction drive lever to propel unit. Do not engage auger drive while transporting.

TRANSPORTING A LONG DISTANCE:


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! This snowblower is equipped with a gravity feed type of fuel system. If the fuel shut off valve is not in the CLOSED (OFF) position, gasoline can leak out of the carburetor while unit is being transported.

· When transporting this snowblower on a trailer or in a truck, make sure unit is secured to prevent it from sliding or tipping over.

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· Move fuel shut off valve (A) to the CLOSED (OFF) position (B). (See Using Fuel Shut Off Valve in this section).

Snowblowing Tips

· For best snowblower performance, run engine with throttle lever in the FAST position.

· Do not operate unit at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces and use care when backing.

· Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.

· Match ground speed to amount of snow to be moved. Example: Low speed (1) is recommended for removing deep or hard packed snow.

· Wear eye protection.

· Clear snow immediately after it falls, if possible.

· Blow snow downwind, if possible.

· Overlap each swath slightly for complete snow removal.

· Run snowblower a few minutes after blowing snow to prevent freeze up of auger/impeller.

· Pull the starter handle several times to help prevent moisture in the starter from freezing.

· Do not put a cover over the snowblower if engine is warm.