OPERATIO
SNOW THROWING TiPS
o
For maximum snow thrower efficiency in removing
snow, adjust ground speed, NEVER the throttle Go
slower in deep, freezing or wet snow If the track
slips, reduce forward speed The engine isdesigned
to deliver maximum performance at full throttle and
should be run at this power setting at all times
@ Most efficient snow throwing is accomplished when
the snow is removed immediately after it falls
@ For complete snow removal, slightly overlap each
path previously taken Use more overlap in deep
snow to prevent overloading
O The snow should be discharged down wind when-
ever possible
O
For normal usage, set the skids so that the scraper
bar is 1/8" above the skids For extremely hard-
packed snow surfaces, adjust the skids upward so
that the scraper bar touches the ground
o
On gravel or crushed rock surfaces, set the skids at
1-1/4" below the scraper bar (see To Adjust Skid
Height paragraph on page 20) Stones and gravel
must not be picked up and thrown by the machine
O If the front of the snow thrower has a tendency to
raise, reduce the ground speed and engage the
weight transfer system
@ After the snow throwing job has been completed,
allow the engine to idle for a few minutes, which will
melt snow and accumulated ice off the engine
O Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use
O Remove ice and snow accumulation and all debris
from the entire snow thrower, and flush with water (if
possible) to remove all salt or other chemicals Wipe
snow thrower dry
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE-
A OVE ANY ITEM THAT MAY BECOME
LODGED IN AUGER WITHOUT TAKING
THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS:
e RELEASE AUGER DRIVE AND TRACTION
DRIVE LEVERS.
e MOVE THROTTLE LEVER TO STOP POSI-
TION.
• REMOVE (DO NOT TURN) IGNITION KEY
e DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE
e DO NOT PLACE YOUR HANDS IN THE
AUGER OR DISCHARGE CHUTE USE A
PRY BAR,
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