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DANGER
Read, understand, and follow all the
instructions on the snowthrower and in
the operator’s manual before operating
this unit.
Failure to observe the safet y instructions
in this manual will result in death or
serious injury.
Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the snow •
thrower.
Make sure you are properly trained before operating the snowthrower.•
Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.•
Never allow anyone to operate the snowthrower without proper •
instruction.
Always follow the instructions in the operator’s manual, if the •
snowthrower will be stored for an extende d period.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.•
Never attempt to make major repairs on the snowthrower unless you •
have been properly trained. Improper servicing of the snowthrower can
result in hazardous operation, equipment damage, and voiding of the
product warranty.
Operating Symbols and Their Meanings
Oil
Fuel
On Off
Choke Off
Choke On
Stop
Slow
Fast
Traction Control
Engage (Down)
Auger Clutch
Discharge Chute
(Left and Right)
Operator Safety
STOP
1
2
Foward
Nuetral
Reverse
Electric Start -
Engage (Down)
& Disengage Up
Engine - Run
Engine - Stop
Auger Control
Engage (Down)
Chute Deflector
(Up and Down)
Heated Hand
Grips
(High and Low)
Easy-Turn
TM
Traction Control
Free-Hand
TM
Control
Read the Manual
DANGER
Discharge chute contains rotating
impeller to throw snow. Never clear or
unclog the discharge chute with your
hands. Fingers can quickly become
caught in the impeller. Always use a
clean-out tool.
Failure to observe these safety
instructions will result in traumatic
amputation or severe laceration.
TO SAFELY CLEAR A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE
DANGER: Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the
discharge chute is the most common cause of injury
associated with snow throwers. Never use your hands to clean
out the discharge chute.
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Shut OFF the engine.
2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have
stopped rotating.
3. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.
Discharge Chute
NOTE: Not all control symbols shown on this page will
appear on your snowthrower. See FEATURES AND
CONTROLS section for the applicable symbols.