Use and Care Manual

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OPERATION
rotate chute assembly to the right or to the left (Figure 62).
Figure 62
P. TRACK LOCK LEVER
The track lock lever is located on the right side of the snow
blower and is used to select the position of the auger
housing and the method of track operation.
To move the track lock lever, shut off the engine. Refer to
the engine operators manual. While standing on the right
side of the unit, place your left hand on the right handle
grip. Apply a light downward force to the right handle and
use your right hand to adjust the track lock lever to one of
the four positions.
Transport
Raises the snow blower auger housing for easy transport.
Snow-covered Gravel
Raises the snow blower auger housing
so that its shave plate leaves gravel undisturbed while
clearing snow.
Normal Snow
Adjusts the tracks to be level, for full auger housing
contact with the ground.
Packed Snow
Locks the auger housing down to the ground for hard
packed or icy snow conditions.
Q. LED LIGHT BAR (IF EQUIPPED)
The LED headlight is located on top of the auger housing
and is automatically turned ON when the engine is
running.
R. DRIFT CUTTERS (IF EQUIPPED)
The drift cutters are designed for use in deep snow. Their use is
optional for normal snow conditions. Maneuver snow blower so
that the cutters penetrate a high standing snow drift to assist
snow falling into the augers.
S. HEATED GRIPS (IF EQUIPPED)
CAUTION
It is recommended that you wear gloves when using the
heated grip. If the heated grips become too hot, turn
them OFF.
To activate the heated grips, move switch found on top (a) or on
the rear (b) of dash panel into the ON position (Figure 63). To turn
OFF heated grips, move switch to the OFF position.
b
a
Switch ON
Switch OFF
a
b
Figure 63
Starting and Stopping the Engine
WARNING
Always keep hands and feet clear of moving parts. Do not
use a pressurized starting fluid. Vapors are flammable.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for instructions on starting
and stopping the engine (Figure 64).
RECOIL START
ELECTRIC START
Figure 64
TO ENGAGE DRIVE
1. With the throttle control in the Fast (rabbit) position, move
the shift lever into one of the six forward (F) positions or two
reverse (R) positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow
conditions and a comfortable pace.
2. Squeeze the drive control lever against the handle and the
snow blower will move. Release to stop.
TO ENGAGE AUGERS
To engage the augers, squeeze the auger control lever against
the left handle. Release to stop.