NOTE: The multi-wrench may be used for assembly of the chute rotator head to snow thrower and making ad just ments to the skid plates. UNFOLD UPPER HANDLE 1. Raise upper handle to the operating position and tight en handle knobs securely. INSTALL SPEED CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 1 and 2) 1. Remove plastic tie securing rod to lower handle. 2. Insert rod into speed control bracket and secure with retainer spring. SPEED CONTROL ROD HANDLE KNOB LOWER HANDLE PLASTIC TIE UPPER HANDLE FIG. 1 SPEED CON TROL

The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the gear case. • If lubricant is required, use only Ronex ED #1 grease. TRACTION DRIVE SYSTEM DO NOT lubricate the drive components inside the snow thrower. The sprockets, hex shafts, drive disc and friction wheel require no lubrication. The bearings and bushings are lifetime lubricated and require no maintenance. CAUTION: Any lubricating of the above com po nents can cause contamination of the friction wheel and dam

If the engine still fails to start, repeat the above steps or use the electric starter. SNOW THROWING TIPS • Always operate the snow thrower with the engine at full throttle. Full throttle offers the best performance. • Go slower in deep, freezing or heavy wet snow. Use the drive speed control, NOT the throttle, to adjust speed. • It is easier and more efficient to remove snow im me di ate ly after it falls. • The best time to remove snow is the early morning. At this time the snow is usually dr

Open the outside doors. WARNING: Exhaust fumes are dangerous (con tain ing CAR BON MONOXIDE, an ODOR LESS and DEAD LY GAS). • Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes. • Never operate the snow thrower without proper guards, plates or other safety protective devices in place. • Never operate the snow thrower near glass en clo sures, automobiles, window wells, drop–offs, and the like without proper

To ensure safe and proper operation of your snow thrower, all parts and hard ware you assemble must be tightened se cure ly. Use the correct tools as nec es sary to ensure proper tightness. REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CARTON 1. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from carton. 2. Cut down all four corners of carton and lay panels flat. 3. Remove all packing materials except plastic tie holding speed control rod to lower handle. 4. Remove snow thrower from carton and check carton thor o

199434 06.13.05 BY Printed in U.S.A. IMPORTANT Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. Look for this symbol to point out impor tant safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BE COME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFE TY IS IN VOLVED. WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place it where it can not con tact plug in order to pre v

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its con stit u ents, and certain vehicle com po nents contain or emit chem icals known to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. TRAINING • Read the operating and service instruction manual care ful ly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. • Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults t

192034 07.27.04 BY Printed in U.S.A. SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Snow Throwers IMPORTANT: This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BE COME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFE TY IS IN VOLVED. WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place it where it can not con tact plug in order to

The DIRECTION in which snow is to be thrown is controlled by the discharge chute control lever. • To change the discharge chute position, press downward on discharge chute control lever and move lever left or right until chute is in desired position. Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position. DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER FIG. 12 The DISTANCE that snow is thrown is controlled by the position of the chute deflector. Set the deflector low to throw snow a short distance; set the de

Clean the outside of your snow thrower after each use. WARNING: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it can not come in contact with plug. • Keep finished surfaces/wheels free of gasoline, oil, etc. • We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your snow thrower unless the electrical system, muffl er and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in shortened engine life. 15 16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid serious injury, bef