en fr de it no sv fi pl lt hu cs Instruction Book Manuel de l'utilisateur Betriebsanleitung Istruzioni per l'uso Bruksanvisning Användarhandbok Ohjekirja Instrukcja obslugi Instrukcija Kezelési útmutató Návod k pouzití Snow Thrower Model 6331770X54 Chasse-neige modèle 6331770X54 Schneefräse Modell 6331770X54 Spazzaneve Modello 6331770X54 Snøfreser modell 6331770X54 Snöslunga modell 6331770X54 Lumilinko malli 6331770X54 Odniearka Model 6331770X54 Sniego valymo masina Modelis 6331770X54 Hómaró Modell 6331770X54 Snìhová fréza Model 6331770X54 1740880 Revision 00 TP 199199 -4643-LW-R 1 20 6 1 5 3 14 9 13 10 11 2 4 4 8 12 18 15 16 7 19 17 1740880 2 en CONTENTS HAZARD SYMBOLS AND THEIR MEANINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 OPERATING SYMBOLS AND THEIR MEANINGS . . . . . . . . . 4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 MAINTENANCE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to represent the type of hazard. 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, might result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION, when used without the alert symbol, indicates a situation that could result in damage to the equipment. Figures (Example: Figure 1) are located on the inside front and back pages of this manual located before the parts list. General Information This instruction book is written for a person with some mechanical ability. Like most service books, not all the steps are described. Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone can follow with some mechanical ability. Read and follow these instructions before you use the unit. Know your product: If you understand the unit and how the unit operates, you will get the best performance. As you read this manual, compare the illustrations to the unit. Learn the location and the function of the controls. To help prevent an accident, follow the operating instructions and the safety rules. Keep this manual for future reference. IMPORTANT: Many units are not assembled and are sold in cartons. It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure the assembly instructions in this manual are exactly followed. Other units are purchased in an assembled condition. On assembled units, it is the responsibility of the owner to make sure the unit is correctly assembled. The owner must carefully check the unit according to the instructions in this manual before it is first used. Need Assistance? If you need additional information on assembling, operating, or servicing your equipment contact your local Dealer. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with snow throwers, and how to avoid them. The snow thrower is designed and intended for removal of snow, and should not be used for any other purpose. It is important that you read and understand these instructions, and anyone operating the equipment read and understand these instructions. WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Controls & Equipment Features (see Figure 1) Traction Drive Lever (1) - Select the forward or reverse direction of travel. Crank Assembly (2) - Changes the direction of the discharge chute. Chute Deflector (3) - Changes the distance the snow is thrown. Discharge Chute (4) - Changes the direction the snow is thrown. Auger Drive Lever (5) - Starts and stops the auger (snow gathering and throwing) which also propels the snowthrower. Speed Shift Lever (6) - Selects the speed of the snow thrower. Height Adjust Skid (7) - Adjusts the ground clearance of the auger housing. Drift Cutters (18) - (if equipped) Cuts a path through snow higher than the auger housing. Shear Bolts (19) - To protect the machine, special shear bolts are designed to break is an object becomes lodged in the auger housing. The use of a harder bolt will destroy the protection provided by the shear bolt. Remote Chute Control Lever (20) - Control the distance the snow is thrown. Engine Features Safety Key (8) - Must be inserted to start the engine. Primer Button (9) - Injects fuel directly into the carburetor for fast starts in cold weather. Electric Start Button (10) - On electric start models, used to start the engine. Switch Box (11) - On electric start models, used to attach a 220 volt electric power cord. Recoil Starter Handle (12) - Use to manually start the engine. Throttle Control (13) - Controls the speed of the engine. Choke Control (14) - Use to start a cold engine. 1740880 3 en Hazard Symbols and their meanings These symbols are used on your equipment and defined in your operating manual. Review and understand the meanings. The use of one of these symbols combined with a signal word will alert you to potential hazards and how to avoid them. Safety Alert - Identifies safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. Operator's Manual - Read and understand before performing any activity or running equipment. Rotating auger Fire Throttle Rotating impeller Explosion Choke off Toxic fumes Shock Choke on Push to engage electric start Ignition Key Operating Symbols and their meanings These symbols are used on your equipment and defined in your operating manual. It is important that you review and understand the meanings. Failure to understand the symbols might result in harm to you. Forward Neutral Reverse On Off Ignition On Oil Fuel Primer bulb Ignition Off Rotating gears Hot Surface Stop Electric Start Engine Start Slow Thrown objects Fast Keep a safe distance from the equipment. Engine Run Engage Engine Off Never reach into rotating parts. Traction Shut off engine and remove spark plug connector before performing maintenance or repair work. Auger Collector Auger Clutch Drive Clutch Engage Disengage Discharge Chute Chute Deflector LEFT RIGHT UP DOWN 1740880 4 en DANGER Avoid death or serious injury from rotating auger. Keep hands, feet and clothing away. Unclogging discharge chute is a hazardous activity. · Never attempt to clear auger of debris or clogged snow while equipment is engaged or engine is running. · Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire when performing maintenance on equipment. · Never leave the equipment unattended while engine is running. Always disengage the auger and traction controls, stop engine, and remove keys. · Keep children, pets, and others out of the area during operation. Children are often attracted to the equipment. Be mindful of all persons present. · Keep all loose clothing far away from front of snow thrower and auger. Scarves, mittens, dangling drawstrings, loose clothes and pants can quickly become caught in the rotating device and dismemberment will occur. Tie up long hair and remove jewelry. · The snow thrower is intended to remove snow only. Do not use for purposes other than what is intended. · Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes. · Do not use the snow thrower on surfaces above ground level such as roofs of residences, garages, porches or other such structures or buildings. DANGER Objects can be picked up by auger and thrown from chute. Never throw snow toward people or cars, and never allow anyone in front of the snow thrower. · Be aware of your environment while operating equipment. Running over items such as gravel, doormats, newspapers, toys, and rocks hidden under snow, can all be thrown from chute or jam in the auger. · Always be aware of the direction the snow is being thrown. Nearby pedestrians, pets or property may be harmed by objects being thrown. · Familiarize yourself with the area you plan to work. Mark off boundaries of walkways and driveways to prevent property damage from thrown objects. · Take caution when snow throwing in unfamiliar areas. Stay alert for hidden hazards and traffic. · After striking a foreign object, turn engine OFF, wait for moving parts to cease movement, and check immediately for damage. If damaged, repair before starting and operating snow thrower. · With engine OFF, wait for moving parts to stop and always use a stick to clear discharge chute. · If unit vibrates abnormally, turn engine OFF. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. See an authorized dealer if necessary for repairs. DANGER Discharge chute contains rotating impeller to throw snow. Never clear or unclog discharge chute with your hands, or while engine is running. Fingers can quickly become caught and traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result. · Unclogging the discharge chute is a hazardous activity. · Never place hands in or near discharge chute. · With engine OFF, wait for all moving parts to cease movement, then with a stick, clear the chute. · Clogged snow can hide other obstructions in the chute and cause damage to the equipment, impeller or auger. Take precautions when restating the equipment after snow removal. WARNING Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death. · Start and run engine outdoors. · Do not start or run engine in enclosed area, even if doors or windows are open. 1740880 5 en WARNING Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. WHEN ADDING FUEL · Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap. · Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well ventilated area. · Do not overfill fuel tank. · Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources. · Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary. WHEN STARTING ENGINE · · · · Make sure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner are in place. Do not crank engine with spark plug removed. If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine. If engine floods, set choke to OPEN/RUN position, place throttle in FAST and crank until engine starts. WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT · Do not choke carburetor to stop engine. WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT · Transport with fuel tank EMPTY. 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 gasoline vapors. 1740880 6 en RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed. Safe Operation Practices for Snowthrowers IMPORTANT: Safety standards require operator presence controls to minimize the risk of injury. Your snowthrower is equipped with such controls. Do not attempt to defeat the function of the operator presence control under any circumstances. 8. Let engine (motor) and snowthrower adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear snow. 9. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine. 10. Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards, plates or other safety protective devices in place. Training 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manuals before operating this unit. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. 2. Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction. 3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets. 4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating in reverse. Operation 1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. 2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. S ...