Simplicity CANADIANA DUAL STAGE SNOWTHROWER CE, MF 14.5TP 29" Manuel utilisateur

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Walkbehind Snowthrower

Mfg. No. Description

1695867 Dual Stage Snowthrower, 14.5 TP, 29 Inch (73,7 cm)

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CONTENTS

Front Cover ............................................................................................1

Illustrations ...........................................................................................3

Operator Safety......................................................................................10

Assembly.............................................................................................16

Features and Controls..............................................................................18

Operation.............................................................................................20

Maintenance.........................................................................................25

Troubleshooting .....................................................................................28

Warranty .............................................................................................29

Specifications .......................................................................................30

General Information

Thank you for purchasing this quality-built MURRAY snowthrower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the MURRAY

brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your MURRAY product will provide many years of

dependable service.

This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with snowthrowers and how to avoid

them. This snowthrower is designed and intended only for snow throwing and is not intended for any other purpose. It is important that

you read and understand these instructions throughly before attempting to start or operate this equipment. Save these instructions for

future reference.

Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identification

numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided for

easy access. These numbers can be found in the locations

shown.

When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement

parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers.

A. Manufacturer’s Identification Number

B. Manufacturer’s Serial Number

C. Power Rating in Kilowatts

D. Maximum Engine Speed in Rotations per Minute

E. Manufacturer’s Name and Address

F. Year of Manufacture

G. CE Compliance Logo

H. Mass of Unit in Kilograms

I. Guaranteed Sound Power in Decibels

Part No. xxxxxxx

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Serial No. xxxxxxxxxx

20xx

kW: x.xx

xxxx max

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xxx dB

kg: xxx

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PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA

Model Description Name/Number

Unit MFG Number Unit SERIAL Number

Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number

Dealer Name Date Purchased

ENGINE REFERENCE DATA

Engine Make Engine Model

Engine Type/Spec Engine Code/Serial Number

CE Identification Tag

Product Reference Data

The Illustrated Parts List for this machine can be downloaded from www.murray.com. Please provide model and serial number when

ordering replacement parts.

MURRAY is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Power Products

Group, LLC Milwaukee, WI USA.

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OPERATOR SAFETY

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Hazard Symbols and Meanings

Rotating

Impeller

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Free-Hand™ Control

Easy-Turn™ Traction Control

NOTE: Not all control symbols shown on this page will

appear on your snowthrower. See Features and Controls

section for the applicable symbols.

Rotating

Auger

Rotating

Parts

Fire

Shock

Hot

Surface

Safe

Distance

Rotating

Gears

Thrown

Objects

Explosion

Toxic

Fumes

Ear

Protection

Eye

Protection

Moving

Parts

Kickback

Hazardous

Chemical

Control Symbols on Equipment

STOP

Oil

Fuel

Shutoff

Choke

Off

Choke

On

On Off

Stop

Slow

Fast

Auger

Clutch

Electric

Start

Engine

Run

Engine

Stop

Traction

Control

Auger

Control

Discharge

Chute

Deflector

Heated

Hand

Grips

Forward

Neutral

Reverse

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The safety alert symbol and signal word (DANGER,

WARNING, CAUTION, or NOTICE) is used to indicate the likeli-

hood and potential severity of personal injury and/or damage to

the product. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to

represent the type of hazard.

Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could

result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the

product

.

DANGER

• Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge

chute is the most common cause of injury associated with

snowthrowers.

• This snowthrower is capable of amputating hands and feet,

and throwing objects. Read and observe all the safety

instructions in this manual. Failure to do so will result in

death or serious injury.

WARNING

Certain components in this product and its related accessories

contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause

cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash hands

after handling.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm.

OPERATOR SAFETY

• 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.

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.

Read the Manual

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.

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.

Discharge Chute

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WHEN ADDING FUEL

• Turn off engine and let cool at least 3 minutes before removing the fuel

cap and adding fuel.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in a well ventilated area.

• Do not overfill the fuel tank. To allow for the expansion of gasoline, do not fill

above the bottom of the fuel tank neck.

• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other

ignition sources.

• Check fuel lines, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if

necessary.

• Use an approved fuel container.

• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.

WHEN STARTING ENGINE

• Ensure that spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air cleaner (if equipped) are in

place and secured.

• Do not crank the engine with the spark plug removed.

• If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine, but move the snow

thrower away from the area of the spill, and avoid creating any source of

ignition, until the fuel vapors have dissipated.

• Do not over-prime the engine. Follow the engine starting instructions in this

manual.

• If the engine floods, set choke (if equipped) to OPEN/RUN position, move

throttle (if equipped) to FAST position and crank until engine starts.

WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT

• Do not tip the snowthrower at an angle which causes the fuel to spill.

• Do not choke the carburetor to stop the engine.

• Never run the engine with the air cleaner assembly (if equipped) or the air

filter (if equipped) removed.

WHEN CHANGING OIL

• If you drain the oil from the top oil fill tube, the fuel tank must be empty or

fuel can leak out and result in a fire or explosion.

WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT

• Transport with fuel tank EMPTY, or with fuel shut-off valve OFF.

WHEN STORING GASOLINE OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK

• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, or other appliances that have

pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite fuel vapors.

DANGER

Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.

Always handle fuel with extreme care.

Failure to observe these safety instructions can cause a fire

or explosion which will result in severe burns or death.

Fuel Handling

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children

and pets.

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the snowthrower will be used and remove

all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.

• Do not operate the snowthrower without wearing adequate winter clothing.

• Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.

• Use caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating the

snowthrower in reverse.

• Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility or light. Always be

sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles.

• Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Use extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.

• Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow too

quickly.

• Never operate the snowthrower at high transport speeds on slippery

surfaces. Look behind the snowthrower and use care when operating in

reverse.

• Do not use the snowthrower on surfaces above ground level such as roofs of

residences, garages, porches, or other such structures or buildings.

• Operators should evaluate their ability to operate the snowthrower safely

enough to protect themselves and others from injury.

• The snowthrower is intended to remove snow only. Do not use the snow

thrower for any other purpose.

• Do not carry passengers.

• After striking a foreign object, shut OFF the engine, disconnect the cord on

electric motors, thoroughly inspect the snowthrower for any damage, and

repair the damage before restarting and operating the snowthrower.

• If the snowthrower vibrates abnormally, shut OFF the engine. Vibration is

generally a warning of trouble. See an authorized dealer if necessary for

repairs.

• For models equipped with electric starting motors, disconnect the power

cord after the engine starts.

DANGER

This snowthrower is only as safe as the operator. If it is

misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous.

Remember you are responsible for your safety and that of

those around you.

Operation and Equipment Safety

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• Keep children out of the area during operation. Children are often attracted to

the equipment. Be mindful of all persons present.

• Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.

• Never allow children to operate the unit.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other

objects that may obscure vision. Children may be present.

DANGER

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit

and the operating activity. Never assume that children will

remain where you last saw them.

Children

• Start and run engine outdoors.

• Do not run the engine in an enclosed area, even if doors or windows are

open.

DANGER

Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless,

poison gas.

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting,

or death.

Engine Safety

• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine.

• Let the engine adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear snow.

• Use a grounded three-wire plug-in for all snowthrowers equipped with

electric drive motors or electric starting motors.

DANGER

Safe operation of the snowthrower requires the proper care

and maintenance of the engine. Failure to observe the safety

instructions in this manual will result in death or serious

injury.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while during operation, and while

performing an adjustment or repair.

• Always be aware of the direction the snow is being thrown. Nearby

pedestrians, pets, or property may be harmed by objects being thrown.

• Be aware of your environment while operating the snowthrower. Running

over items such as, gravel, doormats, newspapers, toys, and rocks hidden

under snow, can all be thrown from the chute or jam in the auger.

• Use extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or

roads.

• Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surface.

• Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures, automobiles, window

wells, drop-offs, and the like without proper adjustment of the discharge

chute angle.

• Familiarize yourself with the area in which you plan to operate the snow

thrower. Mark off boundaries of walkways and driveways.

DANGER

Objects can be picked up by auger and thrown from chute.

Never discharge snow toward bystanders or allow anyone in

front of the snowthrower. Failure to observe these safety

instructions will result in death or serious injury.

Thrown Objects

• Whenever cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the snowthrower, make sure the

engine is OFF, spark plug wire is disconnected, and all moving parts have

stopped.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the

discharge opening at all times.

• Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards, and other safety

devices in place and working.

• Never leave the snowthrower unattended while engine is running. Always

disengage the auger and traction controls, stop engine, and remove keys.

• Keep all loose clothing away from the front of the snowthrower and auger.

Scarves, mittens, dangling drawstrings, loose clothes, and pants can quickly

become caught in the rotating device and amputation will occur. Tie up

long hair and remove jewelry.

• Run the machine a few minutes after discharging snow to prevent freeze-up

of the collector/impeller.

• Disengage power to the collector/impeller when snowthrower is transported

or not in use.

DANGER

Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts.

Rotating parts can contact or entangle hands, feet, hair,

clothing, or accessories.

Failure to observe these safety instructions will result in

traumatic amputation or severe laceration.

Moving Parts

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• When performing any maintenance or repairs on the snowthrower, shut OFF

the engine, disconnect spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the

plug to prevent someone from accidently starting the engine.

• Check shear bolts and other hardware at frequent intervals for proper

tightness to be sure the snowthrower is in safe working condition.

• Keep nuts and bolts tight and keep snowthrower in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly and

make necessary repairs if they are not functioning properly.

• Components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration. Frequently

check components and replace with recommended parts, when necessary.

• Check control operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

• Use only factory authorized replacement parts or like parts when making

repairs.

• Always comply with factory specifications on all settings and adjustments.

• Only authorized service locations should be utilized for major service and

repair requirements.

• Use only attachments and accessories approved by the factory (such as

wheel weights, counterweights, or cabs).

• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running (except

when specifically recommended by the factory).

WARNING

This snowthrower must be properly maintained to ensure safe

operation and performance. Failure to observe the safety

instructions in this manual could result in death or serious

injury.

Maintenance and Storage

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• If there is natural or LP gas leakage in area, do not start engine.

• Do not use pressurized starting fluids because vapors are flammable.

WARNING

Starting engine creates sparking.

Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases.

Explosion and fire could result.

• Never touch a hot engine or muffler. Allow muffler, engine cylinder, and fins

to cool before touching.

• Remove debris from muffler area and cylinder area.

• Install and maintain in working order a spark arrester before using equipment

on forest-covered, grass-covered, or brush-covered unimproved land.

• It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section 4442, to use or

operate the engine on any forest-covered, brushcovered, or grass-covered

land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined

in Section 4442, maintained in effective working order. Other states or federal

jurisdictions may have similar laws. Contact the original equipment

manufacturer, retailer, or dealer to obtain a spark arrester designed for the

exhaust system installed on this engine.

WARNING

Running the engine produces heat. Engine parts, especially

muffler, become extremely hot.

Failure to observe these safety instructions could result in

severe thermal burns on contact.

Engine Safety (Continued)

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DANGER: READ OPERATOR’S

MANUAL.

Read the Operator’s Manual for

operating and safety instructions.

DANGER: THROWN OBJECTS

HAZARD.

Never direct discharge chute

towards persons or property. Keep

bystanders away.

DANGER: REMOVE KEY BEFORE

SERVICING.

Shut off engine and remove key

before performing maintenance or

repair work.

DANGER: AMPUTATION HAZARD.

Contact with auger will cause

serious injury. Keep hands, feet, and

clothing away. Keep bystanders

away.

DANGER: AMPUTATION HAZARD.

Contact with moving parts inside

chute will cause serious injury. Shut

off engine before unclogging

discharge chute. Use clean-out tool,

not hands!

SAFETY ICONS

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Safety Decals Figure 1

Look for this symbol to indicate important safety

precautions. This symbol indicates: “Attention!

Become Alert! Your Safety Is At Risk.”

Part No. 1727207

Chute Control Icons

Part No. 1738349

Shift Decal

Part No. 1737867

Auger Control Icons

Product ID Number &

Serial Number Decal

(Rear of Motor Box)

WARNING: If any safety decals become worn or

damaged and cannot be read, order replacement decals

from your local dealer.

Part No. 278297

Engine Decal

Part No. 1737869

Auger Control Decal

Part No. 1737870

Traction Control Decal

OPERATOR SAFETY

Before operating your snowthrower, read the safety decals as

shown on your snowthrower. The cautions and warnings are

for your safety. To avoid a personal injury or damage to your

snowthrower, understand and follow all the safety decals.

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Part No. 1737875

Main Dash Decal

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ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

1 – Knife

2 – 1/2" Wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)

1 – 7/16” Wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)

1 – Wrench (or adjustable wrench)

1 – Pair pliers or screw driver (to spread cotter pin)

1 – Hammer

1 – Pry Bar

CHECK CABLE CONNECTION AND ADJUSTMENT

The traction control cable (A

A

, Figure 6) and auger control cable (B

B

) are

adjusted at the factory and no adjustment should be necessary.

If the cables become stretched, unattached or begin to sag, adjustment

will be necessary. See Maintenance section of this manual.

INSTALL THE SPEED CONTROL ROD

Attach the ball joint (A

A

, Figure 5), located on the bottom end of the speed

control rod (B

B

), to the shift yoke assembly (C

C

) with 5/16" lock washer (D

D

)

and 5/16" nut (E

E

).

WARNING: Always wear safety glasses or eye shields

when assembling the snowthrower.

UNPACK THE SNOWTHROWER

1. Using knife, cut along the dotted lines around the top of the carton.

Then remove top of carton as shown in Figure 2.

2. Using knife, cut along the dotted lines around the bottom of the

carton.

3. Push snowthrower off the bottom of the carton to proceed with

assembly.

PARTS BAG CONTENTS

1 – Shear Bolt Kit, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 in.

1 – Bag of Shear Bolts

2 – Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 in.

2 – Spacer, Sleeve

2 – Locknut, Hex, 1/4-20

2 – Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-3/4 in.

2 – Nut, Hex Flange, 5/16-18

3 – Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3/4 in.

3 – Nut, Hex Keps, 1/4-20

1 – Clip, Cable

1 – Nut, Hex, 5/16-24

1 – Lockwasher, Spring, 5/16

2 – Tie, Self-Locking

ASSEMBLE THE HANDLES

1. Raise the upper handle (A

A

, Figure 3) to the operating position.

2. Guide speed control rod over wheel.

3. Remove blue shipping tape from cables and cut orange zip ties that

secure control cables to handle assembly and chute rotation parts.

NOTE: Make sure the “Z bend ends of the control lever cables

are secured in the holes on the control levers (A, Figure 4).

Be careful not to cut or damage the control cables. Make sure

the cables are not caught between the upper and lower

handle.

4. Slide two carriage bolts (B

B

, Figure 3) into lower holes and fasten with

two 5/16" lock nuts (C

C

). Tighten all four carriage bolts and nuts with a

1/2" wrench or deep socket.

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INSTALL THE DISCHARGE CHUTE

1. Place discharge chute (A

A

, Figure 7) over tabs on chute ring (B

B

) as

shown.

2. Secure discharge chute with three carriage bolts (C

C

) and nuts (D

D

).

3. Tighten hardware to 66 in-lbs (7.6 Nm).

NOTE: Check all bolts and nuts in flange for tightness. Do not

over-tighten.

NOTE: If the chute rotation is slow or binding, loosen the

chute rotation screw 1/4 turn.

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CHECK THE TIRES

Check tires for damage. Check the air pressure in the tires with an

accurate gauge. See the sidewall of the tire for the proper inflation.

CAUTION: Avoid Injury! Explosive separation of tire

and rim parts is possible when they are serviced

incorrectly.

• Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper

equipment and experience to perform the job.

• Do not inflate the tires above the recommended

pressure.

• Do not weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly. Heat can

cause an increase in air pressure resulting in an

explosion. Welding can structurally weaken or deform

the wheel.

• Do not stand in front or over the tire assembly when

inflating. Use appropriate tool that allows you to stand

to one side.

NOTICE: Check side of tire for maximum tire pressure. DO

NOT exceed maximum.

INSTALL THE DRIFT CUTTERS

Drift cutters are used to cut a path through snow deeper than the auger

housing.

1. On each side of the auger housing, insert carriage bolt (A

A

, Figure 8)

through upper hole.

2. Insert lower tab of drift cutter (B

B

) into lower hole.

3. Secure with wing nuts (C

C

).

ASSEMBLY

DEFLECTOR CABLE ROUTING AND CLIP

INSTALLATION

See Figures 9 and 10 for instructions.

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C. Chute Rotation Switch — Used to rotate the discharge chute

to the left or right.

D. Deflector Control Lever — Used to control the angle of the chute

deflector (up or down).

E. Free-HandTM Control — After engaging the traction control (left

hand) and auger control (right hand), allows the operator to

release the auger control lever to use the other controls.

F. Traction Control Lever — Used to propel snowthrower for-

ward or reverse. Push down to engage, release to disengage.

Snowthrower Controls Figure 11

SNOWTHROWER CONTROLS

A. Speed Select Lever — Allows the operator to use one of six (6)

forward and two (2) reverse speeds (see Figure 11). To shift, move

speed select lever to desired position.

NOTICE: Do not move speed select lever while Traction

Control is engaged. This may result in severe damage

to the drive system.

B. Auger Control Lever — Used to engage and disengage the

auger and impeller. To engage push down, to disengage release.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

A

C

F

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E

D

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS

SNOWTHROWER CONTROLS (Continued)

G. Clean-Out Tool — Used to remove snow and debris from the dis-

charge chute and the auger housing.

H. Skid Shoe — Used to adjust the ground clearance of the auger

housing.

I. Headlight — Used to operate the snowthrower in poor lighting

conditions.

J. Heated Hand Grips — When the engine is running, the heated

hand grips will automatically turn ON. After the engine is shut off, the

heated hand grips will automatically turn OFF.

ENGINE CONTROLS

A. Choke Control Knob — Used to start a cold engine (see

Figure 12).

B. Electric Start Button — Used to start the engine using the electric

starter.

C. Primer Button — Used to inject fuel directly into the carburetor

manifold to ensure fast starts in cool weather.

D. Safety Key — Must be inserted to start engine. Pull out to stop. Do

not turn safety key.

E. Starter Cord Handle — Used to start the engine manually.

F. ON/OFF Switch (if equipped) — Used to start and stop the

engine.

G. Fuel Tank and Cap — Fill the fuel tank to approximately 1-1/2 in.

(38 mm) below the top of the neck to allow for fuel expansion.

H. Oil Fill Cap (Extended Dipstick)

Engine Controls Figure 12

C

H

A

F

E

B

G

STOP

D

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OPERATION

OPERATE THE SNOWTHROWER

CAUTION: Operation with a Snow Cab. Wind may blow

exhaust gasses back towards the operator. If you notice

the smell of exhaust, change direction of operation.

NOTE: Always release the traction control lever before moving

the speed select lever.

4. Fully press and hold the auger control lever (C

C

) to engage the auger

rotation. Releasing the auger control lever will disengage the auger -

unless the Free-Hand™ control is activated.

5. Fully press and hold the traction/Free-Hand™ control lever (D

D

) to

engage the traction drive and begin moving the snowthrower. To

disengage the traction drive, completely release the lever.

6. When BOTH levers are pressed, the Free-Hand™ control is activated.

This allows you to release the auger control lever to use the other

controls. The auger will continue to rotate until the traction/Free-

Hand™ control lever is released.

CAUTION: Before operating, make sure the area in

front of the snowthrower is clear of bystanders or

obstacles.

NOTICE: Do not throw snow toward a building as hidden

objects could be thrown with sufficient force to cause damage.

1. Start the engine. See “To Start Engine” in this section.

2. Press the chute rotation switch (A

A

, Figure 13) to the UP/DOWN posi-

tion to rotate the discharge chute left or right. See “Discharge Chute

and Deflector” in this section.

3. Push the deflector control lever (B

B

) forward or pull back to control the

angle of the chute deflector. See “Discharge Chute and Deflector” in

this section.

BEFORE OPERATING SNOWTHROWER

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Check the fasteners. Make sure all fasteners are tight.

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On electric start models, the unit was shipped with the

starter cord plugged into the engine. Before operating,

unplug the starter cord from the engine.

NOTE: This snowthrower was shipped WITH OIL in the

engine. See Check the Oil (Before Starting Engine)

instructions in this section before starting engine.

DANGER: The discharge chute contains a rotating

impeller to throw snow. Never clear or unclog the

discharge chute with your hands. Fingers can quickly

become caught and traumatic amputation or severe

laceration will result. Always use a clean-out tool to

clear or unclog the discharge chute.

SNOWTHROWER SAFETY TESTS

Test 1 - Auger/Impeller

• Release auger control (right-hand).

• Auger/impeller stops in less than 5 seconds.

Test 2 - Traction Drive

• Release traction control (left-hand).

• Snowthrower forward/reverse motion stops.

Test 3 - Free-Hand Control (if equipped)

• Engage auger control and traction control.

• Release auger control immediately followed by the traction

control (a) stops auger/impeller in less than 5 seconds, and (b)

stops forward/reverse motion of snowthrower.

WARNING:

• Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the

discharge chute is the most common cause of

injury associated with snowthrowers.

• This snowthrower is capable of amputating hands

and feet, and throwing objects. Read and observe

all the safety instructions in this manual. Failure to

do so will result in death or serious injury.

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