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Keep in mind that it, like any other mechanical device, can be potentially dangerous if used impiroperly and that no accident prevention program can be successful without the wholehearted co- TWO STAGE THROWERS operation of the person responsible for the operation of the equipment. Study this Operator’s Manual carefully to learn about operation of all controls and pay particular attention to the Important Safety Precautions on Page 2. Following these instructions will help you continue to enjoy the trouble-free operation expected of a SNAPPER product. McDonough, GA., 30253 U.S.A. MANUAL #2-2838 (REV. 2, 6/93) A SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING: This powerful snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects causing injury. Read this manual carefully and question your Snapper Dealer if something is not clear. Should the dealer be unable to answer to your satisfaction, send a letter to the Snapper Customer Service Department at Snapper, Post Office Box 777, McDonough, Georgia 30253, or Phone 1-404-954-2500. PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN 1. DO NOT allow children In area when Snow Thrower is being operated. 2. DO NOT allow pre-teen children to operate Snow Thrower. 3. DO NOT allow Irresponsible teenagers to operate the machine — allow teenager only if exhibiting mature judgement and then only after thorough instruction and under close supervision of an experienced operator. PREPARATION 1. Read this manual, get to know where all controls are located and practice how to use them before starting for the first time and at the beginning of each season. Pay attention to Decals on engine and snow thrower. 2. Wear protective clothing including face mask and boots which will give you maximum footing on slippery surfaces. 3. Before the first snow fall, check the area to be cleared and remove all objects such as doormats, sticks, toys, wires, rocks, etc., which could be hurled or jam the snow thrower. 4. Survey the area to be cleared beforehand and plan where snow is to be blown. Be prepared to release blower clutch or to change deflector quickly to discharge away from windows, cars, buildings and doorways to avoid property damage or personal Injury from hurled objects. 5. Adjust the collector housing height by adjusting skid shoes to clear rough spots or gravelled surfaces befor starting. 6. Handle fuel with care. Store only in approved gasoline container. Move machine outdoors where fumes can be safely dissipated before filling tank. Never add fuel when engine is running. Allow cooling off period after stopping to avoid spilled fuel from igniting on contact with hot engine parts. OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS 1. Before starting, make visual check to make sure Auger and Impeller housings are clear and all guards and shields are in place and tight. 2. Warn everyone in advance to stay clear of area but keep especially watchful for children and pets darting into area while operating. 3. Start engine only when exhaust fumes can be dissipated, allow brief warm-up period, practice operation of controls outside before putting the machine to work. 4. Start in slow speed and adjust traction speed to insure safe footing as you walk behind the unit. Exercise extreme caution to retain footing when reversing direction. 5. Transport unit with blower clutch handle released and activate only when snow is to be cleared. Set deflector to discharge desired distance beforehand. 6. Adjust traction speed slow enough to avoid overloading capacity and resulting in clogging of the Auger/Impeller housing. 7. Should the blower become clogged, release traction and blower clutch handles and stop the engine; as an additional precaution, disconnect the spark plug wire before attempting to unclog the collector and impeller. 8. If you strike a hard object and break the auger shear pin, stop the engine and as an additional precaution, disconnect the spark plug wire before inspecting for damage, and/or replacing the shear pin. 9. Stop the engine if unit starts to vibrate excessively as this normally indicates mechanical problems. As an additional precaution, disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing or repairing the machine. 10. Avoid clearing steep slopes and keep away from drop-off areas where footing is doubtful or where the machine could tip over. Clear snow across the face of slopes whenever possible. 11. Stop the engine and remove the key whenever you leave the unit unattended to eliminate the possibility of 2 children or untrained adults attempting to operate the machine. Section 1 - INTRODUCTION NOTE: This manual covers SNAPPER Model 1422,1522b 1524,1722and 1724Snow Throwers. The first number in the model designation indicates the horsepower of the engine, the next two numbers indicate the width in inches of the collector housing and the last number indicates design series. The "I", or first letter, indicates frame size of these models. The manual includes the recommended operating instructions and...
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