YARDMAX YB6870 User manual

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Two-Stage Snow Blower
Operator’s Manual
FOR YOUR SAFETY
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE
MODEL NUMBER
YB6870
SERIAL NUMBER
PURCHASE DATE
Both model number and serial
number may be found on the
main label. You should record
both of them in a safe place for
future use.
Tame the Great Outdoors®

Introduction 1
Specications 3
Symbols 4
Safety 5
Unpacking the Container 7
Contents Supplied 8
Assembly 9
Know Your Machine 14
Adjustment 18
Operation 21
Maintenance 23
Service 24
Storage 27
Troubleshooting 28
Parts Diagram 30
Parts List 33
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Your new YARDMAX®snow blower offers quality
construction, and is easy and safe to operate. With
proper use and care, it is designed to give you many years
of dependable service.
Prepare to experience the durability to take on any job
with the ease, portability, and convenience of your new
snow blower!
Discover the YARDMAX Advantage
At YARDMAX, we understand that land ownership
definitely has its privileges, but it also comes with a
great deal of responsibility. When duty calls and you
need to respond, will you have what it takes to tame the
great outdoors?
When looking for outdoor power equipment (OPE) to get
the job done right, at the right price, YARDMAX delivers
the perfect combination of performance and practicality.
YARDMAX has a solution that’s right for you.
MAX Performance, MAX Value, MAX Support —
that’s YARDMAX
Backed by decades of proven manufacturing expertise
Enhanced design features come standard
Engineered for the best user experience
Quality metal parts are used instead of plastic
A robust warranty supports all products
Budget-friendly prices make it practical
Up for the job? YARDMAX is.
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Introduction

This unit is a gasoline engine driven snow blower. It is
perfect for tackling heavy snowfall — easily able to cut
through snow in excess of a foot or more. It is easy and
safe to operate. With proper use and care, it should give
you many years of dependable service.
Carefully read through this entire operator's manual
before using your new unit. Pay attention to all
cautions and warnings.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS
Record the model and serial number as well as date
and place of purchase for future reference. Have this
information available when ordering parts, optional
accessories and when making technical or warranty
inquiries.
ENGINE MANUAL
The Engine Manufacturer is responsible for all engine-
related issues with regards to performance, power rating,
specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to
the Engine Manufacturer’s owner/operator’s manual,
packed separately with your unit, for more information.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
This equipment or its engine may include exhaust and
evaporative emission control system components
required to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) and/or California Air Resources Board (CARB)
regulations. Tampering with emission controls and
components by unauthorized personnel may result
in severe fines or penalties. Emission controls and
components can only be adjusted by an authorized
engine manufacturer's service center.
DISCLAIMER
YARDMAX reserves the right to discontinue, change,
and improve its products at any time without notice
or obligation to the purchaser. The descriptions and
specications contained in this manual were in effect at
printing. Equipment described within this manual may be
optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your
unit.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of
them as waste. All tools, hoses, and packaging should
be taken to the local recycling center and disposed of
in an environmentally safe way.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents and certain
product components contain or emit chemicals known to
the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. 6870100010718
YB6870
Engine Displacement:
Clearing Width:
Intake Depth:
Auger Diameter:
Impeller Diameter:
Speed:
Weight:
Manufactured in China
208 cc
26”
21”
12”
12”
6F+2R
167.5 lbs
Two-Stage Snow Blower
11~201~10
2018 2019 2020
1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12
21~30
Manufacture Date:
Serial Number
Model Number
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number YB6870
Clearing Width 26"
Engine LCT
Displacement 208cc
Start Type Electric
Auger Diameter 12"
Impeller Diameter 12"
Chute Control Joystick
Chute Type Steel
Intake Depth 21"
Speed 13" x 4"
Forward Speeds 6
Reverse Speeds 2
Control Dashboard Included
Headlight Included
Cup Holder Included
Heated Hand Grips Included
SUPPORT
Have questions about your YARDMAX equipment?
Call us at 844-YARDMAX, email us at
[email protected], or contact us via your
favorite social media site.
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SYMBOLS
The rating plate on your machine may show symbols. These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use.
Read these instructions carefully.
Wear eye protection.
Wear hearing protection.
Wear safety footwear.
Keep children and bystanders off and
away.
Stop engine and remove ignition key
prior to leaving the operator’s position.
Only use clean-out tool to clear blockage.
Never use your hands.
Do not remove or tamper with the
protection and safety devices.
No smoking, sparks, or ames.
Do not touch parts that are hot from
operation. Serious burns may result.
Stop engine, remove key, read manual
before making any repairs or adjustments.
Keep hands out of the inlet and discharge
openings while machine is running.
Stay away from rotating augers.
Never direct discharge towards persons
or property.
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SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
UNDERSTAND YOUR MACHINE
Read this manual and labels afxed to the machine to understand
its limitations and potential hazards.
Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and their proper
operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage the
controls quickly.
Make sure to read and understand all the instructions and safety
precautions as outlined in the Engine Manufacturer’s manual
packed separately with your unit. Do not attempt to operate the
machine until you fully understand how to properly operate and
maintain the engine and how to avoid accidental injuries and/or
property damage.
If the unit is to be used by someone other than original purchaser
or loaned, rented, or sold, always provide this manual and any
needed safety training before operation. The user can prevent
and is responsible for accidents or injuries that may occur to
themselves, other people, and property.
Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine for your
application. The correct machine will do the job more efciently
and safer at the rate it was designed.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Do not permit children to operate this machine at any time.
Keep children, pets, and other people not using the unit away
from the work area. Be alert and shut off unit if anyone enters
work area. Keep children under the watchful care of a responsible
adult.
Do not operate the machine while under the inuence of drugs,
alcohol, or any medication that could affect your ability to use it
properly.
Dress properly. Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear loose clothing, short pants, or jewelry of any kind. Secure
long hair so it is above shoulder level. Keep your hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Protect eyes, face, and head from objects that may be thrown
from the unit. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields when operating.
Wear appropriate hearing protection.
Always keep hands and feet away from all moving parts during
operation. Moving parts can cut or crush body parts.
Always keep hands and feet away from all pinch points.
Do not touch parts that might be hot from operation. Allow parts to
cool before attempting to maintain, adjust, or service.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense
when operating the machine.
Do not overreach. Do not operate the machine while barefoot
or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve
your footing on slippery surfaces. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of the machine in
unexpected situations.
INSPECT YOUR MACHINE
Check your machine before starting it. Keep guards in place and
in working order. Make sure all nuts, bolts, etc., are securely
tightened.
Never operate the machine when it is in need of repair or is in
poor mechanical condition. Replace damaged, missing, or failed
parts before using it. Check for fuel leaks. Keep the machine in
safe working condition.
Do not use the machine if the engine’s switch does not turn it on
or off. Any gasoline powered machine that can’t be controlled
with the engine switch is dangerous and must be replaced.
Regularly check to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from the machine area before starting it. A wrench or
a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the machine may
result in personal injury.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the engine’s switch is off before
transporting the machine or performing any maintenance or
service on the unit. Transporting or performing maintenance or
service on a machine with its switch on invites accidents.
If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning sign of trouble.
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ENGINE SAFETY
This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine.
Do not use on or near any unimproved, forest covered, or brush
covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local, state, or federal laws.
In the state of California, a spark arrester is required by law.
Other states have similar laws. A spark arrester, if used, must be
maintained in effective working order by the operator.
Never start or run the engine inside a closed area. The exhaust
fumes are dangerous, containing carbon monoxide, an odorless
and deadly gas. Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated
outdoor area.
Do not tamper with the engine to run it at excessive speeds. The
maximum engine speed is preset by the manufacturer and is
within safety limits. See engine manual.
Keep a Class B fire extinguisher on hand when operating this
snow blower in dry areas as a precautionary measure.
FUEL SAFETY
Fuel is highly flammable, and its vapors can explode if ignited.
Take precautions when using to reduce the chance of serious
personal injury.
When refilling or draining the fuel tank, use an approved fuel
storage container while in a clean, well-ventilated outdoor area.
Do not smoke, or allow sparks, open ames, or other sources of
ignition near the area while adding fuel or operating the unit.
Never ll the fuel tank indoors.
Keep grounded conductive objects, such as tools, away from
exposed, live electrical parts and connections to avoid sparking or
arcing. These events could ignite fumes or vapors.
Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before lling the fuel
tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the
engine is running or when the engine is hot. Do not operate the
machine with known leaks in the fuel system.
Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
Never overfill the fuel tank. Fill the tank to no more than 1/2”
below the bottom of the ller neck to provide space for expansion
as the heat of the engine can cause fuel to expand.
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely and wipe up spilled
fuel. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. If fuel is spilled,
do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away
from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition
until fuel vapors have dissipated.
When fuel is spilled on yourself or your clothes, wash your skin
and change clothes immediately.
Store fuel in containers specifically designed and approved for
this purpose.
Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from sparks,
open ames, or other sources of ignition.
Never store fuel or a machine with fuel in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach a spark, open ame, or any other
source of ignition, such as a water heater, furnace, or clothes
dryer. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer garments.
Do not use the machine on a roof.
Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting the engine
and for transporting the snow thrower in or out of the building.
Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous.
Always check overhead and side clearances carefully before
operation. Always be aware of traffic when operating along
streets or curbs.
Thoroughly inspect the area to be worked. Keep the working area
clean and free of toys, doormats, newspapers, sleds, boards, wires
and other foreign objects, which could be tripped over or thrown
by the auger/impeller. Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or
oors.
Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge toward
people or areas where property damage can occur.
Do not operate near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
Machine can suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a
cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 75 feet (23m)
away. If you are approached, stop the unit immediately.
Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and receptacle for all
machines with electric start engines.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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Do not operate on steep slopes. Do not clear snow across the
face of slopes. Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do
not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Use a slow speed
to avoid stops or shifts on slopes. Avoid starting or stopping
on a slope. Do not park machine on a slope unless absolutely
necessary. When parking on a slope, always block the wheels.
Disengage power to the auger/impeller when transporting or not
in use.
Disengage all control levers and stop engine before you leave the
operating position (behind the handles). Wait until the auger/
impeller comes to a complete stop before unclogging the chute
assembly, making any adjustments, or inspections.
Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge
chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow
throwers. Do not unclog chute assembly while engine is running.
Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts
have stopped before unclogging. Never put your hand in the
discharge or collector openings. Always use the clean-out tool
provided to unclog the discharge opening.
Check clutch and brake operation frequently. Adjust and service
as required. All motion of drive wheels and auger/impeller must
stop quickly when control levers are released.
Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before
starting to clear snow.
Stay alert for hidden hazards or trafc.
Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at
too fast of a rate.
Do not throw snow any higher than necessary.
Adjust auger housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock
surfaces. Exercise extreme caution when operating.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when
operating in reverse. Never operate machine at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Always look down and behind before
and while backing.
Use scissors or a knife to cut all the straps. Lift off the carton and dispose of properly. (See Figure 1)
UNPACKING THE CONTAINER
Figure 1
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2 3
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1. Main Machine
2. Discharge Chute
3. Lower Handle
4. Handlebars
5. Shift Arm
6. Skid Shoes
7. Shift Rod
8. Long Chute Rod
9. Cables
10. Operator’s Manual & Engine Manual
11. Tools for Spark Plug Assembly
12. Engine Oil
13. Plastic Skid Shoes (Optional)
14. Drift Cutters (Optional)
15. Hardware Kit, Including:
CONTENTS SUPPLIED
Your YARDMAX snow blower comes partially assembled and contains the following:
REPLACEMENT PARTS
M10 × 40 × 2 1
M8 × 45 × 4 2
M8 × 20 × 2 3
M8 × 25 × 2
M8 × 35 × 2 4
M6 × 20 × 2 5
× 1
6 × 25 × 1 6
× 1 7
M8 × 1 8
× 2 9
× 2
6 × 37 × 2 10
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Handware Kit
4
23
1
7
8
11
5
6
15
OPTIONAL
13
OPTIONAL
14
10
9
12
Premium 4-Cycle
NETCONTENTS
20OZ (0.6 L)

YB6770PM01 - 1609
ASSEMBLY
HANDLEBARS SKID SHOES
2.
3.
1.
4.
Keep the lower handle level and tighten two bolts from the
previous steps.
Raise the upper handlebars into operation position and slide
the four bolts and washers through the two holes on the
right side of the handlebar and two holes on the left side of
the handlebar. Secure them by nger tightening the nuts. (See
Figure 2b)
Ensure the handlebars are level and tighten all four nuts.
Loosen the two bolts on the sides of the transmission housing.
Slide the lower handle slots in-between the transmission and the
washer. Finger tighten the bolts to hold the handle in place.
Align the holes in the lower handle with the upper holes on both
sides of the transmission housing. Insert the bolts and curved
washers and nger tighten to hold in place. (See Figure 2a)
5.
2.
4.
6.
1.
3.
This snow blower was partially assembled at the factory. To assemble your machine follow the below instructions.
Figure 2a
Figure 2b
M10 × 40 × 2 1
M8 × 45 × 4 2
Place the machine is on a level and solid surface.
Lift the machine so that the scrapper blade is 1/8” (3mm)
above the ground, ensuring it is level. A piece of cardboard
half the thickness of the snow blower packaging placed
under the scrapper blade is recommended.
Attach the skid shoes to the sides of auger housing with the
bolts and nuts. The shorter M8×20 bolts should be in the front
holes while the longer M8×25 bolts in the rear holes. Move
the skid shoes down as far as possible. Be sure both skid shoes
are adjusted evenly. Tighten securely. (See Figure 3)
Remove the 1/8” (3mm) spacer you used from under the
scrapper blade.
M8 × 20 × 2 3
M8 × 25 × 2
Figure 3
Skid Shoe
Scraper Blade
1/8” (3mm)
1/8” (3mm) Cardboard
M8 X 25 Bolt
M8 X 20 Bolt
10 mm
13 mm
16 mm
19 mm
DISCHARGE CHUTE
10 mm
13 mm
16 mm
19 mm
10 mm
13 mm
18 mm
16 mm
30 mm
32 mm
1. Install discharge chute over opening in the auger housing.
Orient the chute and pedestal to its most vertical position and
tighten pedestal hardware.
2. Connect the deector control cable eyelet to the chute
deector as shown. Tighten securely. Eyelet will be loose on
shoulder bolt.
3. Insert the cable tting into the cable bracket on discharge
chute.
4. Adjust and tighten jam nut. (See Figure 4a)
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M8 × 35 × 2 4
Figure 4a
Figure 4c
Figure 4d
Figure 4b
6. Connect the chute lock cable to the lock latch by tting the
cable ball end into the slot on the lock latch and then insert
the chute lock cable tting into the bracket on the chute
pedestal. (See Figure 4d, Illustration 2 & 3)
7. Adjust and tighten jam nuts on cable tting to remove cable
slack. Be sure not to pretension lock latch so it retracts from
the gear teeth. (See Figure 4d, Illustration 4)
8. Release the lock latch on the gear assembly and turn the
discharge chute straight ahead.
9. To ensure the discharge chute and chute deector follow
their full range of travels, make sure the joystick is in the
center position. (See Figure 4d)
5. Remove the gear cover by removing the two ST4.8×13 self-
tapping screws. (See Figure 4c)
1
2
M8×20 (×2)
Jam Nut
Cable Bracket
3
If the above adjustment does not create enough cable
tension, follow the steps below:
a. Loosen the jam nut by turning it counter clockwise with
10 mm wrench. (see Figure 4b, Illustration 1)
b. Tighten or loosen the cable by turning the cable
adjustment nut clockwise or counter clockwise with
10 mm wrench until you have reached your required
tightness. (see Figure 4b, Illustration 2)
c. Once tightnessis set,return thejam nutagainst thehandle
to hold the cable in place. (see Figure 4b, Illustration 3)
ST4.8×13 (×2)
12
3
Adjustment
Nut
Jam Nut
Jam Nut
2
43
1
10 mm
13 mm
18 mm
16 mm
30 mm
32 mm
10 mm
13 mm
18 mm
16 mm
30 mm
32 mm
× 2
10 mm
13 mm
18 mm
16 mm
30 mm
32 mm
× 2
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If the above adjustment does not create enough cable
tension, follow the steps below:
a. Loosen the jam nut by turning it counter clockwise with
10 mm wrench. (see Figure 4e, Illustration 1)
b. Tighten or loosen the cable by turning the cable
adjustment nut clockwise or counter clockwise with
10 mm wrench until you have reached your required
tightness. (see Figure 4e, Illustration 2)
c. Once tightnessis set,return thejam nutagainst thehandle
to hold the cable in place. (see Figure 4e, Illustration 3)
1
32
Adjustment Nut
Jam Nut
10. Slide chute rod without a pin through the pedestal bracket and
into hex hole in gear assembly. (see Figure 4f, Illustration 1)
11. Secure the chute rod to the gear assembly with a cotter pin
and a washer. (see Figure 4f, Illustration 1)
12. Align the attened back end of the long chute rod with
the attened front end of the short rod that extends from
the control panel so that they nest together. (see Figure 4f,
Illustration 2)
13. Align the holes in the nested ends of the rods and insert
two M6×20 carriage bolts with locknuts. (see Figure 4f,
Illustration 2)
14. Hold the trigger cap down and rotate the joystick in a circle
to ensure the that the discharge chute and chute deector
operate smoothly.
15. Install and secure the gear cover. (See Figure 4g)
Figure 4e
Figure 4f
Figure 4g
M6×20 (×2)
21
M6 × 20 × 2 5
× 1
ST4.8×13 (×2)
10 mm
13 mm
18 mm
16 mm
30 mm
32 mm
10 mm
13 mm
18 mm
16 mm
30 mm
32 mm
× 2
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6 × 25 × 1 6
Figure 5a
HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTION
Lift up the shift rod. Insert the trunnion into the shift rod hole
on the bottom of the shift lever under the dashboard. Install
the washer and M8 nut. Tighten securely. (See Figure 5c)
To connect the headlight harness cut the zip tie holding the wire
off the engine, plug into the wire clip connected to the LED light,
use zip ties inside the manual bag to secure it to the handlebar to
avoid it being snagged during use. Cut excess strip off the zip ties
when secure. (See Figure 6)
3.
M8 × 1 8
Figure 5c
Figure 6
Trunnion
10 mm
13 mm
18 mm
16 mm
30 mm
32 mm
2.
× 1 7
Figure 5b
Insert the shift rod with a at washer into the shift arm. Secure
with the other at washer and clevis pin. (See Figure 5b)
SPEED SHIFT LINKAGE
1. Place the shift arm on shift yoke. Make sure the linkage plate
points to the right. Line up the holes in the shift arm and shift
yoke. Insert a roll pin through the hole. (See Figure 5a)
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TIRES CABLE BINDING
The tires are over-inflated at factory for shipping purposes.
Check the pressure in the tires prior to usage. Reduce or increase
air pressure to ensure equal tire pressure to the manufacturer’s
recommended pressure. The recommended air pressure can be
found on the tire sidewall.
Bind the two cables to the chute rod by two cable ties.
Figure 7
× 2
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Under any circumstance do not exceed manufacturer’s
recommended pressure. Excessive pressure when
seating beads may cause tire/rim assembly to burst
with force sufficient to cause serious injury. Refer to
side wall of tire for recommended pressure.
Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times. If
the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the machine
may not travel in a straight path and the scraper blade
may wear unevenly.
Keep tires free of gasoline and oil, which can harm
rubber.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Safety Ignition Switch
Choke
Electric Start Button
Recoil Starter
Fuel Filler Cap
Electric Starter
Engine Oil Fill Cap w/ Dipstick
Power Cord Plug
Primer
RUN/STOP Switch
Fuel Shutoff Valve
KNOW YOUR MACHINE
Shear Pin
Auger Gearcase
Scraper Blade
Auger
Chute Crank
Chute Deector
Belt Cover
Discharge Chute
Chute Clean-Out Tool
Drift Cutters (Optional)
Skid Shoes
Plastic Skid Shoes (Optional)
Chute Deector Handle
Speed Shift Lever
Auger Clutch Lever
Headlight
Heated Grips
4-way Chute Directional Control
Drive Clutch Lever
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SPEED SHIFT LEVER
The speed shift lever has 8 positions: 6 forward
speeds and 2 reverse. To change speeds, move the
speed shift lever to the desired position. The lever
locks in a notch at each speed selection.
DIRECTIONAL CHUTE CONTROL
DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER
CHUTE DEFLECTOR
Rotate the directional
chute control clockwise
to move the discharge
chute to the left;
counter clock wise to
move the chute to the
right.
Squeeze the clutch lever against the
handgrip to engage the transmission.
Release to disengage.
To adjust the placement and angle of the snow
discharge loosen the wingnut on the side of the
deflector chute, move the handle forward to place
the snow low and near the machine, pull the handle
back to throw the snow further up and away from
the machine. Retighten the wingnut to ensure the
deector remains where you would like it.
Always release the drive clutch lever before changing
speeds. Failure to do so will result in damage to the
snow blower.
If the engine slows down under a load or the wheels
slip, shift the machine into a lower gear.
If the front of the machine rides up, shift the machine
into a lower gear. If the front continues to ride up, lift
up on the handles.
For easier snow removal, we recommend slower
speeds when removing heavier snow. Faster speeds
are better for when removing lighter snow and
transporting the snow blower. It is recommended
that you use a slower speed until you are familiar
with the operation of the snow blower.
Always release the drive clutch lever before changing
speeds. Failure to do so will result in damage to the
snow blower.
SCRAPER BLADE & SKID SHOES
The scraper blade allows better contact with the
surface being cleared. It also prevents damage to the
housing from normal use.
The skid shoes are located on each side of the auger
housing and control the distance between the scraper
blade and the ground. Adjust skid shoes equally to
keep the scraper blade level with the ground.
The scraper blade & skid shoes are subject to wear
and damage. Both scraper blade and skid shoes are
adjustable to compensate for wear. They should be
checked and adjusted periodically. Replace when
necessary.
Both scraper blade and skid shoes have two wear
edges. When one side wears out, they can be rotated
180° to use the other edge.
Damage to auger housing will result if scraper blade
wears down too far.
AUGER CLUTCH LEVER
Squeeze the clutch lever against the
handgrip to engage the auger and start
snow blowing. Release to disengage.
When both auger clutch lever and drive
clutch lever are engaged, the drive clutch
lever will lock the auger clutch lever in
the engaged position. This allows you to
release your left hand from the handle
and adjust the discharge chute direction
without interrupting the snow blowing
process.
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AUGER
When engaged, the augers rotate and pull snow into
the auger housing.
DISCHARGE CHUTE
Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out
the discharge chute.
CHUTE CLEAN-OUT TOOL
The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to
the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip.
Should snow and ice become lodged in the discharge
chute during operation, proceed as follows to safely
clean the discharge chute and chute opening:
Release the auger clutch lever and shut off the engine.
Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which
secures it to the rear of the auger housing.
Grasp the tool rmly by the handle and push and twist the
tool into the discharge chute to dislodge the blockage.
Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on
the rear of the auger housing.
FUEL SHUTOFF VALVE
Always operate the snow blower with the fuel shut-off
valve in the OPEN position. Close the valve when you do
not use the machine.
CHOKE CONTROL
The choke control is used to choke the carburetor
and assist in starting the engine. The choke control
switches between the CHOKE CLOSED and
CHOKE OPEN positions.
PRIMER
Press the primer to pump additional fuel from the
carburetor to the cylinder for improved cold weather
starting.
RECOIL STARTER HANDLE
The handle is used to start the engine.
SAFETY IGNITION SWITCH
Insert the safety ignition key for engine to start and
run. To stop the engine, remove the key.
RUN/STOP SWITCH
Used to stop the engine. Move switch to STOP
position to stop engine. Place switch in RUN position
for engine to start and run.
It is recommended that you wear gloves when using
the heated grip. If the heated grip becomes too hot,
turn it off.
Never use your hands to clear a clogged discharge
chute . Shut off engine and remain behind handles
until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Never use choke to stop engine.
HEADLIGHT
HEATED GRIPS
The headlight provides added safety in
low-visibility conditions. Turn the headlight
switch to the ON position to activate.
To activate the heated grips, move the
switch into ON position.
Do not substitute. Use only original equipment shear
pins as supplied with your snow blower.
SHEAR PINS
The augers are secured to the auger shaft with shear
pins and clevis pins. If the auger should strike a foreign
object or ice jam, the snow blower is designed so that
the pins may shear, preventing damage to any other
components. If augers will not turn, check to see if the
pins have sheared. Replace the shear pins if necessary.
Make sure the discharge chute is pointed in a safe
direction (no vehicles, buildings, people, or other
objects are in the direction of discharge). Restart
the engine. While standing in the operator’s position
(behind the snow blower), engage the auger control
for a few seconds to clear any remaining snow and ice
from the auger housing and the discharge chute.
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ELECTRIC STARTER & START BUTTON
The electric starter will start a properly choked and
primed engine when start button (120V AC) is pushed.
To start the machine, connect the electric starter to
an electric power source with an approved extension
cord and press the start button.
Thoroughly inspect the electrical cord before
using the machine. If the cord is damaged, do
not operate the machine. Replace or repair the
damaged cord immediately.
Connect extension cord to the electric starter
plug-in rst and then to a power outlet; disconnect
the extension cord from the power outlet rst and
then from the machine.
To prevent damaging the electric starter, do not
run it more than 5 continuous seconds each time
you try to start. Wait 10 seconds between each
attempt.
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AUGER CLUTCH AND DRIVE CLUTCH
When auger clutch lever or drive clutch lever is
released and in the disengaged position, the cable
should have very little slack.
Auger must stop within 5 seconds when the auger clutch
lever is released. If auger clutch does not engage or
disengage properly, adjust auger clutch before operation.
If the snow blower’s drive is disengaging intermittently
during operation, or it drives when you release the
drive clutch lever, adjust the drive clutch before
operation.
Both auger clutch and drive clutch can be adjusted at
either end of their control cables.
Cable Support Bracket
Cable Support Bracket
Adjusting Nuts
Adjusting Nuts
Figure 9
It is not recommended to operate the snow blower
on gravel as it can easily pick up and throw by the
impeller, causing personal injury or damage to the
snow thrower and surrounding property.
Always adjust skid shoes after adjusting scraper
blade to prevent premature wear to scraper blade or
damage to auger housing.
SKID SHOES
Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions.
For removal of snow in normal conditions, such as
a paved driveway or sidewalk, place skid shoes in
the higher position to give a 1/8” (3mm) clearance
between the scraper blade and the ground. Use a
middle or lower position when the area to be cleared
is uneven.
If you choose to operate the snow thrower on a gravel
surface, use extra caution and keep the skid shoes in
position for maximum clearance between the ground
and the scraper blade.
To adjust the skid shoes:
Loosen the four hex nuts (two on each side) and
carriage bolts. Move skid shoes to desired position.
Make sure the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is against
the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes.
Retighten nuts and bolts securely.
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2.
3.
Figure 8
ADJUSTMENT
10 mm
13 mm
18 mm
16 mm
30 mm
32 mm
X 2
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PLASTIC SKID SHOES (OPTIONAL)
Optional reversible poly skid shoes protect decorative
surface.
CHUTE LOCK LATCH
If the discharge chute does not lock into the desired
position or does not unlock so that chute rotates freely,
adjust the chute lock latch.
If the chute does not lock: Loosen the cable by loosening
the rearward adjustment nut, and tightening the forward
adjustment nut against the bracket until the lock latch
fully engages the gear teeth.
If the chute does not unlock: Tighten the cable by
loosening the forward adjustment nut, and then
tightening the rear adjustment nut against the bracket
until all cable slack is removed.
DEFLECTOR CONTROL
If deector does not follow full range of travel, adjust the
control cable at either end of it.
1. Hold the trigger cap down and push joystick all the way
forward. Release the trigger cap.
2. Loosen adjusting nuts on cable support bracket
either underneath the control panel or on the chute
deector.
3. To adjust the deector lower, slide cable down. Tighten
bottom nut.
4. To adjust deector higher, slide cable up. Tighten top nut.
5. Check travel and repeat adjustment as necessary.
Loosen adjusting nuts on cable support bracket.
Slide the control cable up or down by threading
adjusting nuts to increase cable tension or provide
more slack.
Tighten nuts after proper adjustment is achieved.
1.
2.
3.
Figure 10b
Figure 10a
Figure 11
Cable Support Bracket
Adjusting Nuts
Rearward Adjustment Nut
Cable Support Bracket
Forward Adjustment Nut
Adjusting Nuts
10 mm
13 mm
18 mm
16 mm
30 mm
32 mm
× 2
10 mm
13 mm
18 mm
16 mm
30 mm
32 mm
× 2
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