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8.1 ADJUSTING THE SCRAPER BLADE
The scraper blade gets worn after a lot of use.
Adjust the scraper blade (always together with the shoes)
The scraper blade is reversible so can be used on both sides.
8.2 GENERAL ABOUT DRIVE BELTS
The drive belts should be checked and adjusted once per
season and replaced when needed. This should all be done at
an authorised service station.
8.3 ADJUSTING THE DRIVING WIRE
See fig 8.
1. Disconnect the ignition cable from the spark plug.
2. Remove protection from the adjustment plate.
3. Insert the cables in the adjustment plate without any
slack.
4. Reinsert the protection.
8.4 ADJUSTING THE AUGER WIRE
1. Loosen the nut (9:X).
2. Screw the threaded part (9:Y) into the sleeve (9:Z) until
the slackness disappear.
3. Tighten the nut (9:X).
8.5 REPLACING THE SHEAR BOLTS
The auger is fastened to the shaft by special bolts (6:V) that
are designed to break if something gets stuck in the auger
housing.
Always use genuine spare parts. Other types of
bolts could cause serious damage to the machine.
1. Stop the engine.
2. - Disconnect the starting cable from the spark plug.
3. Ensure all the rotating parts have stopped.
4. Remove the object that has fastened in the auger.
5. Lubricate the auger shaft (see above).
6. Align the holes in the shaft and the auger.
7. Remove the defective bolt parts.
8. Assemble the new genuine bolt.
9 STORAGE
Never store the snow thrower with petrol in the
tank in a confined area with bad ventilation. Petrol
fumes could reach open flames, sparks, cigarettes
etc.
If the snow thrower is to be stored for a longer period than 30
days, the following measures are recommended:
1. Empty the petrol tank.
2. Start the engine and let it run until it stops due to lack of
fuel.
Empty the petrol tank outdoors when the engine is
cold. Do not smoke. Empty into a container de-
signed for petrol.
3. Change the engine oil if it has not been done for 3
months.
4. Remove the spark plug and empty a little engine oil
(about 30ml) in the hole. Crank the engine a couple of
times. Screw back the spark plug.
5. Clean the whole snow thrower thoroughly.
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6. Lubricate all the parts as shown in LUBRICATING
above.
7. Inspect the snow thrower for damage. Repair if
necessary.
8. Touch up any paint damage.
9. Rust protect the metal surfaces.
10. Store the snow thrower indoors if possible.
10 IF SOMETHING BREAKS
Authorised service workshops carry out repairs and
guarantee service. Always use genuine spare parts.
Do you carry out simple repairs yourself? Always use
genuine spare parts. They fit perfectly and make the work
much easier.
Spare parts are available at your retailer and service station.
When ordering spare parts: Specify the model, year of
purchase, the engine model and type number.
A full warranty is issued against manufacturing and material
defects. The user must carefully follow the instructions given
in the enclosed documentation.
Warranty period
For consumer use: One year from date of purchase.
For commercial use: Three months from the date of
purchase.
Exceptions
The warranty does not cover damage due to:
- Neglect by the user to acquaint themselves with
accompanying documentation
- Carelessness
- Incorrect and non-permitted use or assembly
- The use of non-genuine spare parts
- The use of accessories not supplied or approved by Stiga
Neither does the guarantee cover:
- Wear parts such as drive belts, augers, headlights, wheels,
shear bolts and wires
- Normal wear
- Engines. These are covered by the engine manufacturer's
warranties, with separate terms and conditions.
The purchaser is covered the national laws of each by each
country. The rights to which the purchaser is entitled with the
support of these laws are not restricted by this warranty.
Original instructions for use
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