Troy-Bilt 1030 - Manual (Page 9)

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Four- Way Chute Control™
This four-way control lever is meant to control the
direction and distance of snow discharge from the
chute. Press the button on the knob and turn it left or
right to rotate the chute to the direction that snow will be
thrown. Tilt the lever forward to decrease the distance
snow will be thrown, and backwards to increase
distance.
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located in the center
of the handle panel and is used to
determine ground speed and direction
of travel. It can be moved into any of
eight positions.
IMPORTANT: Always release drive
control before changing speeds.
Forward: Your snow thrower has six
forward (F) speeds, with position
number one (1) being the slowest
speed.
Reverse: Your snow thrower has two
reverse (R) speeds, with position
number one (1) being the slower speed.
Headlight
The headlight is on whenever the engine is running.
Heated Handles Switch
This switch is located on the right side of the snow
thrower dash panel. To activate the heated handles,
toggle the switch to the right to generate heat within the
handle grips. Toggle the switch to the left to the OFF
position after using the snow thrower. See Figure 8.
NOTE: The heated handles grips are a compliment to,
not a substitute for, proper cold weather outerwear for
the operator’s hands. It is recommended that the snow
thrower operator wear gloves/mittens to avoid
extremities of winter while operating this equipment.
Clean-Out Tool
The clean-out tool is designed to clear a clogged chute.
Refer to page
12 for instructions on how to properly use
it.
Wheel Steering Control
The left and right wheel steering
controls are located on the underside
of the handles. Squeeze the right
control to turn right; squeeze the left control to turn left.
Skid Shoe
The skid shoe position is determined by the condition of
the ground from where snow has to be removed. Higher
the snow level, lower will be the skid shoe level. Adjust
it accordingly. Refer to Skid Shoe Adjustment on page 7.
Before Starting Engine
Oil
The engine was shipped with oil in the engine. Check
oil level before each operation to ensure adequate oil in
the engine. Refer to instructions on page 13.
Gas
1. Store gasoline in a clean, approved container and
keep the cap in place on the container.
2. Make sure that the container from which you pour
the gasoline is clean and free from rust or other
foreign particles.
3. A plastic cap is provided inside the fuel fill opening
to protect the tank during manufacturing. Remove
and discard. Use the threaded fuel tank cap to
close after fill-up.
4. Always fill the fuel tank outdoors and use a funnel
or spout to prevent spilling
5. Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded grade
automotive gasoline.
6. Never fill the fuel tank completely. Fill the tank to
within 1/2" from the top to provide space for
expansion of fuel.
7. Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
8. At the end of the job, empty the fuel tank if the snow
thrower is not going to be used for 30 days or
longer. See off-season storage instructions on
page 18.
To Start Engine
WARNING: Never use your hand to clear a
clogged chute. Shut off engine and remain
behind handles until all moving parts have
stopped before unclogging.Use the clean-out
tool or a stick to unclog.
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1
2
F
3
4
5
R2
R1 R
WARNING: Gasoline is flammable; use
caution when handling or storing it.
WARNING: Do not fill fuel tank while the
snow thrower is running, when it is hot or when
it is in an enclosed area.
WARNING: Keep your snow thrower away
from any open flame or an electrical spark and
do not smoke while filling the fuel tank.
WARNING: Be sure no one other than the
operator is standing near the snow thrower
while starting or operating. Do not operate this
snow thrower unless the chute assembly has
been properly installed and is secured.