Simplicity 1694404 - Manual (Page 9)

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Operation
OPERATION
Controls
Read and understand the instructions in your tractor
Operator’s Manual.
Refer to Figure 1 for control locations.
A. ELECTRIC CHUTE ROTATOR
Rotates the chute right and left.
B. PTO SWITCH
Engages and disengages the snowthrower.
C. ATTACHMENT LIFT
Raises and lowers the snowthrower for transport.
D. PTO SELECTOR
Selects front, rear or both PTO’s. Select forward position
for snowthrower use.
E. THROTTLE
Sets engine speed. Always use FULL throttle.
F. HYDRAULICS SELECTOR SWITCH
Selects inboard or auxiliary hydraulics. Select forward
position for snowthrower use.
G. REMOTE DEFLECTOR CONTROL
Sets and locks in the angle of the chute deflector.
Checks Before Starting
1. Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments section of
this manual and perform any needed service. Also,
refer to the tractor Operator’s Manual and perform
any required service.
2. Remove any objects from the work area which might
be caught in, or thrown by, the auger.
3. Before starting the engine, clear the auger of any ice
which may cause damage to the unit.
4. Adjust the deflector and skid shoes to desired height.
See Skid Shoe Adjustment.
5. Make sure all hardware is present and secure.
WARNING
• Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6%
(10 ° ), which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106cm) verti-
cally in 20 feet (607cm) horizontally.
• When operating on slopes wheel weights and
tire chains are required.
• Select slow ground speed before driving onto a
slope. Avoid using brakes to control speed.
• Drive up and down the face of the slopes, never
across the slope face.
• Use caution when changing directions and DO
NOT START OR STOP ON A SLOPE.
WARNING
Perform the Safety System Interlock test found in
your tractor Operator’s Manual. If tractor does not
pass the test, do not operate the tractor. See your
authorized dealer. Under no circumstances should
you attempt to defeat the safety system.
Operating On Slopes
A E
C
F
G
D
B
Figure 1. Controls
A. Electric Chute Rotator
E. Throttle
B. PTO Switch F. Hydraulics Selector
C. Attachment Lift G. Remote Deflector
D. PTO Selector Control