Troy-Bilt Storm 2625, Storm 2420, Storm 2620, Storm 2890, Storm 3090 User Manual

Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty

OperatOr’s Manual

Two-Stage Snow Thrower — Storm 2410, 2420, 2620, 2625,

2840, 2890, & 3090

WARNING

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL

BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.

TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

Printed In USA

Form No. 769-09762

(May 29, 2014)

To The Owner

Thank You

Thank you for purchasing a Troy-Bilt Snow Thrower. It was
carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when
properly operated and maintained.

Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment.
It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and
maintain your machine. Please be sure that you, and any other
persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the
recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or property damage.

All information in this manual is relative to the most recent
product information available at the time of printing. Review
this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine,
its features and operation. Please be aware that this Operator’s
Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various
models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated
in this manual may not be applicable to all models. We reserve

Table of Contents

Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 3

Assembly & Set-Up .................................................. 7

Controls ...................................................................14

Operation ................................................................17

Maintenance & Adjustment .................................18

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the right to change product specifications, designs and
equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.

If applicable, the power testing information used to establish
the power rating of the engine equipped on this machine can be
found at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer’s web site.

If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine,
phone a authorized Troy-Bilt service dealer or contact us directly.
Troy-Bilt’s Customer Support telephone numbers, website
address and mailing address can be found on this page. We want
to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times.

Throughout this manual, all references to right and left side of the
machine are observed from the operating position.

Service .................................................................... 22

Troubleshooting .................................................... 26

Replacement Parts ................................................ 27

Attachments .......................................................... 28

Warranty ..................................................Back Cover

Record Product Information

Before setting up and operating your new equipment, please
locate the model plate on the equipment and record the
information in the provided area to the right. You can locate the
model plate by standing at the operator’s position and looking
down at the rear of the frame. This information will be necessary,
should you seek technical support via our web site, Customer
Support Department, or with a local authorized service dealer.

Model NuMber

Serial NuMber

Customer Support

Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting the Customer Support Department.

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of
this machine, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:

◊ Visit us on the web at www.troybilt.com

See How-to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www.troybilt.com/tutorials

◊ Call a Customer Support Representative at [phone] or [phone]

◊ Write to Troy-Bilt LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019

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Important Safe Operation Practices

WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed,

could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow
all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply
with these instructions may result in personal injury.
When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components

contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in
this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the
operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands,
toes and feet and throwing foreign objects. Failure to observe the following safety
instructions could result in serious injury or death.

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Training

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future and regular reference and for ordering replacement
parts.

2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.
Know how to stop the machine and disengage them
quickly.

3. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand
the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual
and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an
adult.

4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper
instruction.

5. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. Plan
your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge of material
toward roads, bystanders and the like.

6. Keep bystanders, pets and children at least 75 feet from the
machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.

7. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially
when operating in reverse.

Preparation

Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used.
Remove all doormats, newspapers, sleds, boards, wires and other
foreign objects, which could be tripped over or thrown by the
auger/impeller.

1. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation
and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect
your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious
injury to the eyes.

2. Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer
garments. Do not wear jewelry, long scarves or other loose
clothing, which could become entangled in moving parts.
Wear footwear which will improve footing on slippery
surfaces.

3. Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and receptacle
for all machines with electric start engines.

4. Adjust auger housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock
surfaces.

5. Disengage all control levers before starting the engine.

6. Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is
running, except where specifically recommended in the
operator’s manual.

7. Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature
before starting to clear snow.

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Safe Handling of Gasoline

To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care
in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when
gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.
Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

a. Use only an approved gasoline container.
b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other

sources of ignition.
c. Never fuel machine indoors.
d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is

hot or running.
e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before

refueling.
f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½

inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for

fuel expansion.
g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and

equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5

minutes before starting the engine.
i. Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light

(e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes

dryer etc.).
j. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before

storing.
k. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck

or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place

containers on the ground away from your vehicle

before filling.
l. If possible, remove gas-powered equipment from

the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this

is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a

trailer with a portable container, rather than from a

gasoline dispenser nozzle.
m. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel

tank or container opening at all times until fueling is

complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

Operation

1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/
impeller housing or chute assembly. Contact with the
rotating parts can amputate hands and feet.

2. The auger/impeller control lever is a safety device. Never
bypass its operation. Doing so makes the machine unsafe
and may cause personal injury.

3. The control levers must operate easily in both directions
and automatically return to the disengaged position when
released.

4. Never operate with a missing or damaged chute assembly.
Keep all safety devices in place and working.

5. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless
and deadly gas.

6. Do not operate machine while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.

7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do
not touch. Keep children away.

8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing
gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

9. Exercise caution when changing direction and while
operating on slopes. Do not operate on steep slopes.

10. Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge
towards windows, walls, cars etc. Thus, avoiding possible
property damage or personal injury caused by a ricochet.

11. Never direct discharge at children, bystanders and pets or
allow anyone in front of the machine.

12. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear
snow at too fast of a rate.

13. Never operate this machine without good visibility or light.
Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the
handles. Walk, never run.

14. Disengage power to the auger/impeller when transporting
or not in use.

15. Never operate machine at high transport speeds on
slippery surfaces. Look down and behind and use care
when backing up.

16. If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it
against the engine. Inspect thoroughly for damage. Repair
any damage before starting and operating.

17. 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.

18. Never put your hand in the discharge or collector openings.
Always use the clean-out tool provided to unclog the
discharge opening. Do not unclog chute assembly while
engine is running. Shut off engine and remain behind
handles until all moving parts have stopped before
unclogging.

19. Use only attachments and accessories approved by the
manufacturer (e.g. wheel weights, tire chains, cabs etc.).

20. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance
is felt, then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord
(kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than
you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains
could result.

21. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use
care and good judgment. Contact Customer Support for
assistance and the name of your nearest servicing dealer.

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Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute

Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge
chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow
throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute.

To clear the chute:

1. SHUT THE ENGINE OFF!

2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have
stopped rotating.

3. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.

Maintenance & Storage

1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance and
adjustment sections of this manual.

2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine
disengage all control levers and stop the engine. Wait until
the auger/impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect
the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to
prevent unintended starting.

3. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent
intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition.
Also, visually inspect machine for any damage.

4. Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine.

5. Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are subject to
wear and damage. For your safety protection, frequently
check all components and replace with original equipment
manufacturer’s (OEM) parts only. “Use of parts which do
not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to
improper performance and compromise safety!”

6. Check control levers periodically to verify they engage
and disengage properly and adjust, if necessary. Refer
to the adjustment section in this operator’s manual for
instructions.

7. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.

8. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil,
etc. to protect the environment.

9. Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes to clear snow
from machine and prevent freeze up of auger/impeller.

10. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water
heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.

11. Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper
instructions on off-season storage.

12. Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks
or leaks. Replace if necessary.

13. Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.

14. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,
or 60 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful
Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized
service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety
systems are working properly and not worn excessively.
Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.

Do not modify engine

To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any
way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway
engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper
with factory setting of engine governor.

Notice Regarding Emissions

Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)
are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and
may include the following emission control systems: Engine
Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air
Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.

Spark Arrestor

WARNING! This machine is equipped with an

internal combustion engine and should not be used
on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush
covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s
exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor
meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).

If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator. In the State of California the
above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws
apply on federal lands.
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your
nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

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Safety Symbols

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine before attempting to assemble and operate.

Symbol Description

READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate

WARNING— ROTATING BLADES
Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running. There are rotating
blades inside

WARNING— ROTATING BLADES
Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running. There are rotating
blades inside

WARNING— ROTATING AUGER
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/impeller housing or chute
assembly. Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and feet.

WARNING—THROWN OBJECTS
This machine may pick up and throw objects which can cause serious personal injury.

WARNING—GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE
Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

WARNING— CARBON MONOXIDE
Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

WARNING— ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Do not use the engine’s electric starter in the rain

WARNING— HOT SURFACE
Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine
and muffler to cool before touching.

WARNING! Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and

follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Assembly & Set-Up

Contents of Carton

• One Snow Thrower • Two Replacement Auger Shear Pins • One Chute Assembly

• One Snow Thrower Operator’s
Manual

• One Engine Manual

† If Equipped

Assembly

Handle (All Models)

1. Place the shift lever in the Forward-6 position.

2. Observe the lower rear area of the snow thrower to be sure
both cables are aligned with roller guides before pivoting
the handle upward. See Figure 3-1.

• One Product Registration Card • One Chute Control Rod†

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Figure 3-1

NOTE: Make certain the cables are seated properly in the
roller guides. See Figure 3-2.

3. Secure the handle by tightening the plastic knob located
on both the left and right sides of the handle. Remove
and discard any rubber bands, if present. They are for
packaging purposes only.

Figure 3-2

Chute Assembly (Model 2410)

1. Position the chute assembly over the base. See Figure 3-3.

Figure 3-3

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2. Close the flange keepers to secure the chute assembly

Chute Control Head

Chute

Chute Support

Bracket

Chute Base

to the chute base. The flange keepers will click into place
when properly secure. See Figure 3-4.

NOTE: If the flange keepers will not easily click into place,
use the palm of your hand to apply swift, firm pressure to
the back of each.

Chute Assembly and Directional Control
(Models 2420, 2620, 2625 and 2840)

1. Remove cotter pin, wing nut and hex screw from chute
control head. Remove clevis pin and bow-tie cotter pin
from chute support bracket. See Figure 3-6.

Figure 3-4

Chute Directional Control (Model 2410)

1. Remove the plastic cap (if present), flat washer and hairpin
clip from the end of the chute directional control. See
Figure 3-5.

Figure 3-5

2. Insert the end of the chute directional control into the
lower bracket and secure with the flat washer and hairpin
clip just removed. If necessary, the lower bracket can be
adjusted. Refer to Chute Bracket Adjustment on Page 19.

Figure 3-6

2. Insert chute control rod into chute control head. Push rod
as far into chute control head as possible, keeping the
holes in the rod pointing upward. See Figure 3-7.

Figure 3-7

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3. Place chute onto chute base and ensure chute control

Top View

Chute Control

Input

rod is positioned under the handle panel. Install hex bolt
previously removed, but do not secure with wing nut at
this time. See Figure 3-8.

Figure 3-8

4. Squeeze the trigger on the joystick and rotate the chute by
hand to face forward. The holes in the chute control input
will be facing up. See Figure 3-9.

NOTE: The chute will not rotate without squeezing the
trigger on the joystick.

5. Rotate the joystick to the one o’clock position so that the
silver indicator arrow on the pinion gear below the control
panel faces upward. See Figure 3-10.

Figure 3-10

NOTE: The joystick will be angled slightly to the right at the
one o’clock position. See “Top View” in Figure 3-9.

6. Insert the chute control rod into the pinion gear below the
joystick. Make sure to line up the hole in the rod with the
arrow on the pinion gear. See Figure 3-11.

NOTE: The chute control rod will fit snuggly into the pinion
gear. Support the rear of the dash panel with one hand
while inserting the rod with your other hand to ensure the
rod is inserted all the way into the pinion gear.

NOTE: The hole is a reference for aligning the rod with the
indicator arrow on the pinion gear, and will be visible after
the rod has been inserted.

Figure 3-9

Figure 3-11

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7. Push the chute control rod toward the control panel until
the hole in the rod lines up with the hole in the chute
control input closest to the chute control head and insert
the cotter pin. See Figure 3-12.

NOTE: The second hole is used to achieve further
engagement of the chute control rod into the pinion
gear if required. Refer to page 19 for Chute Control Rod
adjustments.

Overhead Chute Control Assembly (Models 2890 & 3090)

1. Remove wing nut and hex screw from chute control
assembly and clevis pin and cotter pin from chute support
bracket. Position the chute assembly (forward-facing) over
the chute base. See Figure 3-14.

Figure 3-12

8. Finish securing chute control head to chute support
bracket with wing nut, clevis pin, and bow-tie cotter pin
removed in step 1. See Figure 3-6.

9. Check that the cables are properly routed through the
cable guide on top of the engine. Some models only have
one cable to route through the cable guide. See Figure
3-13.

NOTE: For smoothest operation, the cables should all be to
the left of the chute directional control rod.

Figure 3-14

2. Place chute assembly onto chute base and secure chute
control assembly to chute support bracket with clevis pin
and cotter pin removed earlier. See Figure 3-15.

Figure 3-15

Figure 3-13

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3. Finish securing chute control assembly to chute support

b

a

bracket with wing nut and hex screw removed earlier.
See Figure 3-16.

Figure 3-16

4. Insert the chute directional control rod into the support
bracket on the rear of the dash panel. See Figure 3-17.

5. Remove the hairpin clip from the rear of the chute control
assembly. See Figure 3-18a.

6. Insert chute directional control rod into rear of the chute
control assembly. See Figure 3-18b. Secure the chute
directional control rod to the chute control assembly with
the hairpin clip removed earlier.

Figure 3-18

Figure 3-17

Set-Up

Shear Pins

A pair of replacement auger shear pins and bow tie cotter pins
are included with your snow thrower. Store them in your snow
thrower’s dash panel until needed. See Figure 3-19.

Figure 3-19

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Chute Clean-Out Tool

Chute Clean-Out Tool

NOTE: Standard skid shoes

shown for illustration.

The chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the auger
housing with a mounting clip and a cable tie at the factory. Cut
the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. See Figure 3-20.

Figure 3-20

Adjustments

Skid Shoes

The snow thrower skid shoes are adjusted upward at the factory
for shipping purposes. Adjust them downward, if desired, prior
to operating the snow thrower.

CAUTION: It is not recommended that you operate

this snow thrower on gravel as it can easily pick up
and throw loose gravel, causing personal injury or
damage to the snow thrower and surrounding
property.

• For close snow removal on a smooth surface, raise skid
shoes higher on the auger housing.

• Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared
is uneven, such as a gravel driveway.

NOTE: If you choose to operate the snow thrower on a gravel
surface, keep the skid shoes in position for maximum clearance
between the ground and the shave plate.

To adjust the skid shoes:

1. Loosen the four hex nuts (two on each side) and carriage
bolts. Move skid shoes to desired position. See Figure 3-21.

Tire Pressure

WARNING: Under any circumstance do not exceed

manufacturer’s recommended psi. Equal tire
pressure should be maintained at all times. 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.

The tires are over-inflated for shipping purposes. Check the tire
pressure before operating the snow thrower. Refer to the tire side
wall for tire manufacturer’s recommended psi and deflate (or
inflate) the tires as necessary.

NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the machine may
not travel in a straight path and the shave plate may wear unevenly.

Figure 3-21

2. Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is
against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes.

3. Retighten nuts and bolts securely.

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Chute Assembly (Models 2410, 2420, 2620 and 2625)

NOTE: The upper chute on model 2840 is also controlled by the
4-way Chute Directional Control. See Figure 4-1.

The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by changing the
angle of the chute assembly. To do so:

1. Stop the engine. Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual.
Remove the key from the engine and loosen the plastic
knob found on the left side of the chute assembly.

2. Pivot the chute upward or downward before retightening
the wing knob. See Figure 3-22.

Auger Control

WARNING! Prior to operating your snow thrower,

carefully read and follow all instructions below.
Perform all adjustments to verify your snow thrower
is operating safely and properly.

Refer to the Controls and Features section for the location of the
auger control and check the adjustment as follows:

1. When the auger control is released and in the disengaged
“up” position, the cable should have very little slack. It
should NOT be tight.

2. In a well-ventilated area, start the snow thrower engine.
Refer to Engine Operator’s Manual.

3. While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow
thrower), engage the auger.

4. Allow the auger to remain engaged for approximately ten
(10) seconds before releasing the auger control. Repeat this
several times.

5. With the throttle control in the FAST (rabbit) position and
the auger control in the disengaged “up” position, walk to
the front of the machine.

6. Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating
and shows NO signs of motion. If the auger shows ANY
signs of rotating, immediately return to the operator’s
position and shut off the engine. Wait for ALL moving parts
to stop before re-adjusting the auger control.

7. To readjust the control cable, loosen the upper hex screw
on the auger cable bracket. See Figure 3-23.

Figure 3-22

3. Insert Key into engine and start engine. Refer to the Engine
Operator’s manual.

Figure 3-23

8. Position the bracket upward to provide more slack (or
downward to increase cable tension).

9. Retighten the upper hex screw.

10. Repeat steps 2 through 6 above to verify proper
adjustment has been achieved.

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Controls and Features

† If Equipped

Augers

Skid Shoe

Heated Grips †

Steering Trigger †

Overhead Chute

Directional Control †

Chute Clean

Out Tool

Chute Assembly

Drive Control

Headlight †

Shift Lever

4-Way/2-Way Chute

Directional Control †

Standard Chute

Directional Control †

Auger Control

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Snow thrower controls and features are described below and illustrated in Figure 4-1.

Shift Lever

The shift lever is located in the right side of the
handle panel and is used to determine ground
speed and direction of travel.

Forward

There are six forward (F) speeds. Position one (1) is
the slowest and position six (6) is the fastest.

Reverse

There are two reverse (R) speeds. One (1) is the
slower and two (2) is the faster.

Figure 4-1

Skid Shoes

Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions. Adjust
upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward when
operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces. See Set-Up &
Assembly section. Skid shoe styles and appearance vary by
model.

Augers

When engaged, the augers rotate and draw snow into the auger
housing.

Chute Assembly

Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out the chute
assembly. Chute assembly styles and appearance vary by model.

Headlight (If so equipped)

The headlight is located on top of the handle panel and is
automatically turned on when the engine is started.

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Auger Control

T

The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the
control grip against the handle to engage the augers and start
snow throwing action. Release to stop.

Drive Control / Auger Clutch Lock (If so equipped)

The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the
control grip against the handle to engage the wheel drive.
Release to stop.

On select models, the drive control also locks the auger control
so that you can operate the chute directional control without
interrupting the snow throwing process. If the auger control is
engaged simultaneously with the drive control, the operator can
release the auger control (on the left handle) and the augers will
remain engaged. Release both controls to stop the augers and
wheel drive.

NOTE: Always release the drive control before changing speeds.
Failure to do so will result in increased wear on your machine’s
drive system.

Heated Grips (If so equipped)

CAUTION: It is recommended that you wear gloves

when using the heated grip. If the heated grip
becomes too hot, turn it off.

Standard Chute Directional Control (If so equipped)

The chute directional control is located on left side of the snow
thrower. To change the direction in which snow is thrown, rotate
chute directional control.

2-Way Chute Directional Control (If so equipped)

The 2-way chute directional control is located on the left side of
the dash panel.

• To change the direction in which snow is thrown, squeeze
the button on the joy-stick and pivot the joy-stick to the
right or to the left.

To activate the heated grips, move the switch found on the rear
of the dash panel into the ON position. To turn off the heated
grips, move the switch found on the rear of the dash panel to the
OFF position.

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4-Way Chute Directional Control (If so equipped)

The 4-way chute directional control is located on the left side of
the dash panel.

• To change the direction in which snow is thrown, squeeze
the button on the joy-stick and pivot the joy-stick to the
right or to the left.

• To change the angle/distance which snow is thrown, pivot
the joy-stick forward or backward.

Steering Trigger Controls (If so equipped)

The left and right wheel steering trigger controls are located on
the underside of the handles.

• Squeeze the right control to turn right.

• Squeeze the left control to turn left.

CAUTION: Operate the snow thrower in open

areas until you are familiar with these controls.

Overhead Chute Directional Control (If so Equipped)

The overhead chute directional control is located in the center of
the snow thrower between the handle panel and lower handle.
To change the direction in which snow is thrown, rotate the
chute directional control.

Chute Clean-Out Tool

WARNING! Never use your hands to clear a

clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain
behind handles until all moving parts have stopped
before unclogging.

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 chute assembly during operation, proceed
as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening:

1. Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control.

2. Stop the engine. Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual.
Remove the key.

3. Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to
the rear of the auger housing.

4. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to
dislodge and scoop any snow and ice which has formed in
and near the chute assembly.

5. Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the
rear of the auger housing, reinsert the key and start the
snow thrower’s engine.

While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow
thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any
remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly.

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Operation

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Starting and Stopping the Engine

Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual packed with your snow
thrower for instructions on starting and stopping the engine.

To Engage Drive

1. With the throttle control in the Fast (rabbit) position, move
shift lever into one of the six forward (F) positions or two
reverse (R) positions. Select a speed appropriate for the
snow conditions and a pace you’re comfortable with.

2. Squeeze the drive control against the handle the snow
thrower will move. Release it and drive motion will stop.

To Engage Augers

To engage the augers and start throwing snow, squeeze the
auger control against the left handle. Release to stop the augers.

To Steer (Models equipped with steering trigger controls)

With the drive control engaged, squeeze the right steering
trigger control to turn right. Squeeze the left steering trigger
control to turn left.

Heated Grips (If so equipped)

CAUTION: It is recommended that you wear

gloves when using the heated grip. If the heated
grip becomes too hot, turn it off.

To activate the heated grips, move the switch found on the rear
of the dash panel into the ON position. See Figure 5-1.

Replacing Shear Pins

The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with shear pins and
bow-tie cotter pins. If the auger should strike a foreign object or
ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the pins may shear.
If the augers will not turn, check to see if the pins have sheared.
See Figure 5-2.

Figure 5-2

CAUTION: NEVER replace the auger shear pins

with anything other than OEM Part No. 738-04124A
replacement shear pins. Any damage to the auger
gearbox or other components as a result of failing to
do so will NOT be covered by your snow thrower’s
warranty.

WARNING! Always turn off the snow thrower’s

engine and remove the key prior to replacing shear
pins.

Figure 5-1

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Maintenance & Adjustments

NOTE: Augers not shown for clarity

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Maintenance

Engine

Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual.

Shave Plate and Skid Shoes

The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow
thrower are subject to wear. They should be checked periodically
and replaced when necessary.

NOTE: Deluxe skid shoes (on select models) have two wear
edges. When one side wears out, they can be rotated 180° to use
the other edge.

To remove skid shoes:

1. Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange nuts which
secure them to the snow thrower.

2. Reassemble new skid shoes with the four carriage bolts
(two on each side) and hex flange nuts. Refer to Figure 6-1.

Lubrication

Gear Shaft

The gear (hex) shaft should be lubricated at least once a season
or after every twenty-five (25) hours of operation.

1. Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel.

2. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it
rests on the auger housing.

3. Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow
thrower by removing the self-tapping screws which secure
it. See Figure 6-2.

Figure 6-1

To remove shave plate:

1. Remove the carriage bolts and hex nuts which attach it to
the auger housing.

2. Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of carriage
bolts are to the inside of housing. Tighten securely.

Tire Pressure

Refer to page 11 for information regarding tire pressure.

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Figure 6-2