User manual HUSQVARNA 1830EXLT

[. . . ] Owner’s Manual 1830EXLT Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. Please read the owner's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. 532 44 35-68 English Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. [. . . ] NOTE: It is not recommended to operate the snow thrower over gravel or rocky surfaces. Objects such as gravel, rocks or other debris, can easily be picked up and thrown by the impeller, which can cause serious personal injury, property damage or damage to the snow thrower. • If snow thrower must be operated over gravel surface, use extra caution and be sure skid plates are adjusted to lowest (highest scraper clearance) position. Adjust skid plates by loosening the hex nuts, then moving skid plate to desired position. Tighten securely. HIGH POSITION (LOW GROUND CLEARANCE) HEX NUTS AUGER HOUSING LOW POSITION (HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE) SCRAPER BAR SKID PLATE FIG. 18) The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped from the factory already filled with oil. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. ” • To change engine oil, see “TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL ” in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Empty the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. ON / OFF SWITCH RECOIL (AUXILIARY) STARTER HANDLE GASOLINE FILLER CAP CHOKE CONTROL ENGINE OIL FILL CAP / DIPSTICK SCRAPER BAR (See Fig. When it has worn almost to the edge of the housing, it can be reversed, providing additional service before requiring replacement. 22) Use the drift cutters to cut through deep snowdrifts that are higher than the front of the snow thrower. • Loosen adjustment nuts enough to allow drift cutter to be raised to highest position and tighten nuts securely. • When not using drift cutters, loosen adjustment nuts, lower to storage position and tighten nuts securely. AUGER HOUSING STORAGE POSITION DRIFT CUTTER ADJUSTMENT NUTS FIG. 22 STARTER BUTTON SAFETY IGNITION KEY PRIMER POWER CORD PLUG FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE NOTE: ALL ITEMS ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION. 23 OPERATION TO START ENGINE • Be sure fuel shut-off valve is in the “OPEN” position. The electric starter is equipped with a three-wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 Volt A. C. WARNING: Do not use the electric starter if your house is not a 120 Volt A. C. [. . . ] If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your snow thrower to a qualified service center. ADJUSTER TURN BUCKLE FIG. 28 20 STORAGE Immediately prepare your snow thrower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the snow thrower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or gas appliance. • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. [. . . ]