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PRE-START
1. Frozen Impeller
IMPORTANT: Before starting engine, check
impeller to be sure it is not frozen.
To check impeller:
1. With ignition key switch in “St
op”
po
sition, squeeze Attachment Clutc
h
Le
ver to Engaged position.
2. Pull Recoil Starter Handle.
3. If Impeller is frozen, (cannot pull Starte
r
H
andle) move unit to a heated area an
d
t
haw to prevent possible damage.
2. Check Function of Clutches
If clutches do not engage or disengage
properly, adjust or repair before operation.
See Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on
page 32 and Traction Drive Clutch
Adjustment on page 34.
3. Check Dual Handle Interlock
Without the engine running, press down
(engage) both clutch levers. Release
attachment clutch lever. Attachment clutch
should remain engaged until traction clutch
lever is released, then both clutches must
disengage.
If clutches do not engage or disengage
properly, adjust or repair before operation.
See Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on
page 32 and Traction Drive Clutch
Adjustment on page 34.
4. Check Axle Lock Pins
(Model 921024)
Use the axle lock pins to lock or unlock the
wheels. Lock both wheels to increase
traction; unlock one wheel to allow for easier
turning of the unit.
5. Check Skid Shoes
Check and adjust Skid Shoes (See Skid
Shoes on page 30). Allow 1/8" (3 mm)
between scraper blade and hard, smooth
surface(s). Allow 7/8" (22 mm) between
scraper blade and uneven or gravel surfaces.
6. Check Engine Fuel &
Crankcase Oil
Check and add fuel if required. Check that
the engine crankcase oil is full using dipstick.
Refer to Engine Manual for detailed
instructions.
TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY
Immediately release both control levers to
stop unit in an emergency. Stop engine,
remove key and wait for all rotating parts to
stop before leaving operator’s position.
STARTING AND SHUT OFF
IMPORTANT: Allow unit and engine to adjust
to the outdoor temperature before clearing
snow. Before shut-off, run the attachment a
few minutes to prevent impeller freeze-up.
NOTICE: Try out each control without the
engine running to see how it works and what
it does.
Manual Start
1. Turn discharge chute straight ahead.
2. Make sure that the attachment clutch
and traction drive clutch levers are fully
disengaged.
3. Push Primer Bulb 2 or 3 times for
cold
engine.
NOT
ICE: When temperature is below -15° F
(-26° C) additional priming may be needed.
4. If engine is cold, apply choke.
See
Eng
ine Manual for detailed instructions.
NOTICE: A warm engine requires less
choking than a cold engine.
5. Set throttle to proper starting position.
6. Models 921023, 035, 036: Put the
ignition key in the ignition swit
ch and
t
urn it to the START position.
Models 921024, 028, 029, 030, 032,
037: Insert key into ignition switch on
engine and push into RUN position. DO
NOT twist key after it is inserted.
7. Models 921024, 028, 029, 030, 032,
037: Turn on the engine shutoff switch
(’RUN”).
8. Grasp recoil starter handle and
pull rope
out
slowly until it pulls harder. Let rope
rewind slowly.
9. Pull rope with a rapid continuous full arm
stroke. Let rope rewind slowly.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT let recoil Starter
Handle snap against Starter.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS could result in
personal injury and/or damage to
unit. DO NOT attempt to start your
unit at this time. Read entire
Owner/Operator Manual and the
Engine Manual first.
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