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OMM149833

Issue K6

Snowthrower

42-Inch PIN(010001-)

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

North American Version

Litho in U.S.A.

Introduction

Using Your Operator’s Manual

Product Identification

Product Compatibility
Record Identification Numbers

Safety Labels

Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
WARNING and CAUTION
DANGER
DANGER

Safety

Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Snow Throwers
Training
Preparation
Operation
Parking Safely
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute
Maintenance and Storage
Practice Safe Maintenance
Avoid Injury from Moving Parts
Avoid Injury from Hitting Obstructions

Assembly

Identify Parts
Assemble Lift Bar
Assemble Chute and Welded Frame

Preparing Vehicle

Preparing the Machine
Installing Upstop Bracket and Support Rod
Installing Sway Bar Bracket
Installing Reflective Tape (LX Models)

Installing Attachment

Install Ballast
Installing Front Brackets (LX280AWS)
Installing Manual Lift Assembly
Installing Lift Bar Assembly
Installing Snowthrower

Removing and Storing Attachment

Removing Snowthrower
Removing Manual Lift Kit
Removing Front Brackets (LX280AWS
Storing Safety
Storing Attachment

Operating

Adjusting Lift Height
Adjusting Lift Pedal Spring Tension
Leveling Snowthrower
Turning Discharge Chute
Adjusting Spout
Adjusting Skid Shoes
Raising and Lowering Snowthrower
Operating Snowthrower
Inspecting, Unplugging, or Parking Snowthrower Safely
Transporting

Service

Service Intervals
Grease
Lubricating Worm Gear and Chute
Adjusting Drive Belt Tension
Replacing Shear Bolt
Reversing or Replacing Scraper Blade
Adjusting Worm Gear
Replacing Auger Drive Belt
Replacing Drive Belt

Troubleshooting

Using Troubleshooting Chart

Specifications

Snowthrower

Getting Quality Service

Service Literature
Parts
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