Safety-Alert Symbol
The safety-alert symbol
manual and on the machine identifies important safety
messages that you must follow to prevent accidents.
Safety-alert symbol
The safety-alert symbol appears above information
that alerts you to unsafe actions or situations and
is followed by the word DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
This manual uses two other words to highlight
information. Important calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note emphasizes general
information worthy of special attention.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
The power cord on this product contains
lead, a chemical known to the State
of California to cause birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
Use of this product may cause exposure
to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
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Contents
Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety-Alert Symbol............................................ 2
Safety ....................................................................... 3
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Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 6
Setup ........................................................................ 9
1 Mounting the Battery Charger
g000502
(Optional) ........................................................ 9
2 Installing the Chute .......................................... 9
3 Installing the Upper Handle ............................ 10
4 Installing the Traction-Control Linkage ............11
5 Installing the Chute-Control Rod .....................11
6 Installing the Snow-Cleanout Tool .................. 12
7 Checking the Tire Pressure ............................ 12
8 Checking the Skids and Scraper .................... 13
9 Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Cable ................ 13
10 Checking the Operation of the Traction
Drive ............................................................. 13
Product Overview ................................................... 14
Specifications .................................................. 15
Attachments/Accessories ................................. 15
Operation ................................................................ 16
Before Operation ................................................. 16
Installing the Battery Pack ................................ 16
Turning On the Headlight and
Handwarmers ............................................... 16
Operating the Handwarmers............................. 17
During Operation ................................................. 17
Starting the Machine......................................... 17
Activating ECO Mode ....................................... 17
Charging the Battery Pack ................................ 18
Operating the Traction Drive ............................. 19
Operating the Speed Selector........................... 19
Operating the Auger/Impeller Drive................... 19
Operating the Quick Stick®............................... 20
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute ................ 21
Operating Tips ................................................. 21
After Operation .................................................... 22
Shutting Off the Machine .................................. 22
Removing the Battery Pack from the
Machine ........................................................ 22
Preventing Freeze-up after Use ........................ 22
Maintenance ........................................................... 23
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 23
Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 23
Checking and Adjusting the Skids and
Scraper ......................................................... 23
Checking and Adjusting the Traction
Cable ............................................................ 24
Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller
Cable ............................................................ 25
Checking the Auger-Gearbox-Oil Level............. 26
Lubricating the Hex Shaft.................................. 26
Replacing the Drive Belts.................................. 27
Storage ................................................................... 28
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