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Operation, Starting & stopping the engine, Engaging the auger – Troy-Bilt Single-Stage Snow Thrower Squall 210 User Manual

Page 12: Engaging the drive, Adjusting the chute, Clearing a clogged discharge chute

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Operation

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Starting & Stopping the Engine

WARNING!

Always keep hands and feet clear of

moving parts. Do not use a pressurized starting

fluid. Vapors are flammable.

Refer to the Engine Operator’s manual packed with your snow

thrower for instructions on starting and stopping the engine.

Engaging the Auger

To engage the auger and start throwing snow, squeeze the auger

control against the handle. Release to stop the auger.

Engaging the Drive

Lift up slightly on the handle to allow the rubber paddles on the

auger to contact the pavement and propel the snow thrower

forward. Pushing downward on the handle will raise the auger

off the ground and stop the forward motion.

NOTE: Excessive upward pressure on the handle will result

in premature wear on the rubber auger blades which are

not be covered by the warranty.

Adjusting the Chute

EZ Chute (If so equipped)

1.

Rotate the discharge chute to the left or right using the

chute handle. See Fig. 5-1.

2.

To adjust the pitch, loosen the wing knob on the side of the

discharge chute and pivot the discharge chute upward or

downward. Retighten the knob once the desired position

has been achieved. See Fig. 5-1.

Low-Crank Chute Assembly (If so equipped)

1.

Rotate the discharge chute to the left or right using the

chute rotation control. See Fig. 5-2.

2.

To adjust the pitch, loosen the wing knob on the side of the

discharge chute and pivot the discharge chute upward or

downward. Retighten the knob once the desired position

has been achieved. See Fig. 5-2.

Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute

WARNING!

Never use your hands to clear a

clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain

behind handles until all moving parts have stopped

before using a clean-out tool to clear the chute

assembly.

Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge

chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow

throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute.
To clear the chute:
1.

SHUT THE ENGINE OFF!

2.

Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have

stopped rotating.

3.

Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.

Chute Handle

Wing Knob

Discharge Chute

Figure 5-1

Chute Control Handle

Wing Knob

Discharge Chute

Figure 5-2

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