Snapper 42" Single-Stage Snowthrower - Manual (Page 10)

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General Operating Instructions
Snow Removal Suggestions
• Determine the best snow removal pattern before
beginning.
• Wind direction is an important factor to consider.
Rotate the spout to discharge snow downwind.
• Plan the pattern so that you avoid throwing snow on
cleared areas and on yourself as you are operating.
• When land contour permits, it is best to travel in the
longest direction to minimize turning.
• In very deep or heavy snow, it may be necessary to
make the first pass with snowthrower partially raised,
backing up every few feet and lowering the
snowthrower to clear the snow left on the surface.
Also, it may be necessary to slice off less than the full
width of the auger or reduce ground speed.
• If snow stops flowing freely from the spout, back
away until the snowthrower clears itself.
Daily Storage
1. Run the snowthrower a few minutes after blowing
snow to prevent freeze-up of auger.
2. Allow tractor engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
Off-Season Storage
1. Remove snowthrower from the tractor.
2. Use water pressure or a brush to thoroughly clean
the housing.
3. Paint, or lightly coat with oil, any area where paint
has been worn or chipped away.
4. Lubricate the snowthrower.
5. Store the snowthrower and hitch in a dry place.
DANGER
If the auger stalls or the chute plugs, DISENGAGE
THE ELECTRIC CLUTCH, STOP THE ENGINE AND
REMOVE THE KEY. SET THE PARKING BRAKE.
WAIT FOR MOVING PARTS TO STOP. Remove
the foreign object or clear the spout with a piece
of wood before restarting the engine. Never place
hands into auger housing or spout to clear
jammed object. Auger may rotate when object is
removed.