Yard-Man OGST-2806 - Manuel (Page 11)

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loud clattering sound, which is not harmful to the
engine or starter.
• Move throttle control to “stop” or “off” position.
• Remove ignition key. Do not turn key. Disconnect
the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent
accidental starting while equipment is unattended.
NOTE: Keep key in a safe place. Engine will not start
without ignition key.
• Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor
cover in the area of the control levers. Also, move
control levers back and forth several times.
To Engage Wheel Drive
• With the engine running near top speed, move shift
lever to one of the eight positions to set desired
speed and direction. Select speed appropriate for
the snow conditions that exist.
NOTE: Use slower speeds in higher snow and/or until
you are familiar with the snow thrower operation.
• Squeeze wheel drive control against the right
handle to move the snow thrower; release it to stop.
IMPORTANT: NEVER move the shift lever without first
releasing the wheel drive control. Doing so will cause
premature wear on the drive system’s friction wheel.
To Engage Augers
• To engage augers and start snow throwing,
squeeze the auger control against the left handle.
• To disengage power to the augers, release both the
auger control and the wheel drive control, if
engaged.
Operating Tips
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes.
The engine will not develop full power until it reaches
operating temperature.
• If possible, remove snow immediately after it falls.
• Discharge snow downwind whenever possible.
• Slightly overlap each previous path.
• Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the shave plate for
normal usage. Adjust it upward for hard-packed
snow and downward when using on gravel or
crushed rock.
Chute Clean-Out Tool
The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the
rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip. Never
use your hand to clean a clogged chute or chute
opening; use this clean-out tool instead.
• Release both the wheel drive control and the auger
drive control levers.
• Stop the engine by removing the ignition key.
• Remove the chute clean-out tool from the clip
which secures it to the rear of the auger housing.
See Figure 12.
• Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to
remove any snow and ice in the discharge chute.
• Re-fasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on
the rear of the auger housing and restart engine.
• While standing in the operator’s position (behind
the snow thrower), engage the auger clutch lever
for a few seconds to clear any remaining snow or
ice from the discharge chute before continuing to
clear snow.
Figure 12
WARNING: The temperature of the muffler
and the surrounding areas may exceed 150
°
F
(65
°
C ). Avoid these areas.
Chute Clean-Out Tool
Clip