Operating Guide

19SECTION 3 — CONTROLS & OPERATION
Snow thrower controls and features are
described below and illustrated in Figure 3-1.
NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several
models. Snow thrower features may vary by
model. Not all features in this manual are
applicable to all snow thrower models and the
snow thrower depicted may differ from yours.
NOTE: All references to the left or right side
of the snow thrower are from the operator’s
position. Any exceptions will be noted.
Engine Controls
Refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual for
location and description of engine controls
pertaining to your engine. Yours may differ
slightly from the one pictured in Figure 3-2.
Choke Lever
Electric Starter
Outlet
Electric
Starter
Button
Throttle
Control
Safety Key
Primer
Figure 3-2
Choke Lever
Activating the choke control closes the choke
plate on carburetor and aids in starting engine.
The choke lever slides between the RUN and
CHOKE positions.
Primer
Pressing the primer, making sure to cover the
vent hole when pushing, forces fuel directly
into the engine’s carburetor to aid in cold-
weather starting.
Safety Key
The safety key is a safety device. It must be
fully inserted in order for the engine to start.
Remove the safety key when the snow thrower
is not in use.
Electric Starter Outlet
Requires the use of a grounded, three-prong
outdoor extension cord and a 120V power
source/wall outlet.
Electric Starter Button
Pressing the electric starter button engages
the engine’s electric starter when plugged into
a 120V power source.
Throttle Control
The throttle control regulates the speed of
the engine and will shut OFF the engine when
moved into the STOP position.
Shift Lever (6-Speed
Transmission) (If Equipped)
The shift lever is located on the handle panel
and is used to determine ground speed and
direction of travel.
Forward
There are six forward (F) speeds. Position
one (1) is the slowest and position six (6) is the
fastest.
Reverse
There are two reverse (R) speeds. Position one
(1) is the slower and position two (2) is the
faster.
Shift Lever (Hydro Transmission)
(If Equipped)
The shift lever is located on the handle panel
and is used to determine ground speed and
direction of travel. The further forward the
lever is the faster the unit will travel. Moving
past the detent position to the reverse
direction will move the unit in reverse.
Chute Assembly/E-Z Chute™
Snow drawn into the auger housing is
discharged out the chute assembly.
Skid Shoes
Position skid shoes based on surface
conditions. Adjust upward for hard-packed
snow. Adjust downward when operating on
gravel or crushed rock surfaces. See Skid Shoe
Adjustment section on page 15.
Augers
When engaged, the augers rotate and draw
snow into the auger housing.
Headlight (Single or Double)
(If Equipped)
The headlight is located on the front of the
handle panel and is automatically turned ON
when the engine is started.
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 started.
Drift Cutters (If Equipped)
The drift cutters are designed for use in deep
snow. Their use is optional for normal snow
conditions. Maneuver unit so that the cutters
penetrate a high standing snow drift to assist
snow falling into the augers for throwing.
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 it OFF.
To activate the heated grips, move switch
found on top (a) of or on the rear (b) of dash
panel into the ON position. See Figure 3-3. To
turn OFF heated grips, move switch to the OFF
position.
Switch ON Switch OFF
(b)
(a)
(b)
(a)
Switch ON
Switch OFF
Figure 3-3
Auger Control Lever
(If Equipped)
The auger control lever is located on the left
handle. Squeeze the control lever against the
handle to engage the augers and start snow
throwing action. Release to stop. See Figure
3-4.
Figure 3-4
IMPORTANT: Refer to the Auger Control
information in the Assembly & Set-Up section
prior to operating your snow thrower. Read
and follow all instructions carefully and
perform all adjustments to verify your snow
thrower is operating safely and properly.