Use and Care Manual

Auger Control
The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the
control grip against the handle to engage the augers and start
snow throwing action. Release to stop.
Drive Control / Auger Clutch Lock*
The drive control is located
on the right handle.
Squeeze the control grip
against the handle to
engage the wheel drive.
Release to stop.
NOTE: Always release
the drive control before
changing speeds. Failure
to do so will result in
increased wear on your
machine’s drive system.
*On select models, the
drive control also locks
the auger control so that
you can operate the chute
directional control without
interrupting the snow
throwing process. If the auger control is engaged simultaneously
with the drive control, the operator can release the auger control
(on the left handle) and the augers will remain engaged. Release
both controls to stop the augers and wheel drive.
Chute Directional Control
The chute directional control is located on left side of the snow
thrower. To change the direction in which snow is thrown, rotate
chute directional control.
Chute Clean-Out Tool
WARNING! Never use your hands to clear a
clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain
behind handles until all moving parts have stopped
before unclogging.
The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of
the auger housing with a mounting clip. Should snow and ice
become lodged in the chute assembly during operation, proceed
as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening:
Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control.1.
Stop the engine. Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual. 2.
Remove the key.
Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to 3.
the rear of the auger housing.
Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to 4.
dislodge and scoop any snow and ice which has formed in
and near the chute assembly.
Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the 5.
rear of the auger housing, reinsert the key and start the
snow thrower’s engine.
While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow
thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any
remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly.
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