Before Operating Snow Thrower; Operate The Snow Thrower; Operation - Sears C950-52943-0 Manuel D'utilisation

BEFORE OPERATING SNOW THROWER

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Check the fasteners. Make sure all fasteners are tight.
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Read this OPERATOR'S MANUAL and OPERATOR SAFETY before
operating your snow thrower. Compare the illustrations with your
SNOW THROWER to familiarize yourself with the location of var-
ious controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future refer-
ence.
WARNING: The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before beginning snow thrower operation. We recommend
standard safety glasses or Wide Vision Safety Mask over spectacles.

OPERATE THE SNOW THROWER

The most effective use of the snow thrower will be established by experi-
ence, taking into consideration the terrain, wind conditions, and building
location which will determine the direction of the discharge chute.
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. Rotate the crank (A A , Figure 12) to set the direction (left or right) of the
discharge chute.
3. Adjust the snow chute deflector. Loosen the wing nut (A A , Figure 14) on
the side of the snow chute and raise the chute deflector for more
distance, or lower it for less distance. Then tighten the wing nut.
A
Adjust Chute Deflector
CAUTION: Before operating, make sure the area in front
of the snow thrower is clear of bystanders or obstacles.
NOTE: Always release the traction control lever before moving
the speed select lever.
4. Use the speed select lever (A A , Figure 12) to select the forward drive
speed. Set the speed select lever to one of the following positions as
determined by snow conditions:
1-2 Wet, Heavy, Slushy, Extra Deep
3 Moderate
4-5 Very Light
6 Transport
NOTE: When clearing wet, heavy, snow, it is recommended that
the ground speed of the unit be reduced, maintain full throttle,
and do not attempt to clear the full width of the unit.
NOTE: This snow thrower was shipped WITH OIL in the
engine. See "Before Starting Engine" instructions in the
OPERATION section of this manual before starting engine.
5. Engage the auger drive clutch lever (A A , Figure 15).
DOWN
UP
6. Engage the traction drive clutch lever (B B ). As the snow thrower starts
to move, maintain a firm hold on the handles and guide the snow
thrower along the cutting path. Do not attempt to push the snow
thrower.
7. To stop forward motion, release the traction drive clutch lever (B B ).
Control Levers
8. To stop the auger, release the auger drive clutch lever (A A ).
9. To move the snow thrower backwards, move the speed select lever (A A , Fig-
ure 12) into first or second reverse (R1 or R2), and engage the traction drive
clutch lever (B B , Figure 15).
Figure 14
WARNING: Never run engine indoors or in an enclosed,
poor ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains CARBON
MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS.
• Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away from
any moving parts on engine and snow thrower.
• Temperature of muffler and nearby areas can exceed
150°F (66°C). Avoid these areas.
• DO NOT allow children or young teenagers to operate or
be near snow thrower while it is operating.
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Engage Position
Disengage Position
B

OPERATION

A
Figure 15