• Press down on the traction control lever. (The unit
should move foward)
• Release the traction lever. (The unit must stop)
Test 3 - Free Hand Feature
With the engine running:
• Engage the auger and traction control levers, then
release the auger control lever. (Both controls should
remain engaged)
• Next, release the traction control lever. (Both controls
must release)
7. If the unit does not operate as described, DO NOT use it.
Contact an authorized service dealer to have the unit
inspected and adjusted or repaired.
Replacing the Auger Shear Bolt
DANGER
The snowthrower contains a rotating auger and impeller to
throw snow. Fingers or feet can quickly become caught in the
auger or impeller resulting in traumatic amputation or severe
laceration.
• Turn the engine OFF, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and remove the engine key before performing any
maintenance or repairs.
1. Shut off the engine and remove the engine key.
2. Remove the existing shear bolt (A, Figure 20) and locknut
(C).
3. Add grease at the auger grease fittings, (if equipped). Spin
the auger to lubricate the auger shaft.
Note: Some models are not equipped with grease fittings and
are exempt from this step.
4. Align the bolt holes. Install the new shear bolt through the
auger shaft (B). Secure with the locknut (C).
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Replacing the Impeller Shear Bolt
DANGER
The snowthrower contains a rotating auger and impeller to
throw snow. Fingers or feet can quickly become caught in the
auger or impeller resulting in traumatic amputation or severe
laceration.
• Turn the engine OFF, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and remove the engine key before performing any
maintenance or repairs.
21
1. Shut the engine off and remove the engine key.
2. Remove the existing shear bolt (A, Figure 21) and locknut
(C) from impeller shaft (B).
3. Align the bolt holes. Install the replacement shear bolt
through the impeller shaft. Secure with the locknut.
Checking Tire Pressure
WARNING
Explosion hazard
Over-inflation of tires may cause them to explode, which could
result in serious injury.
Do not inflate the tires above the maximum pressure.
Tire pressure should be checked periodically. Recommended
tire pressure varies by tire manufacturer. A good rule of thumb
is to inflate the tire up to, but not exceeding, the "Max Inflation"
stamped on the side-wall of the tire.