Echelon SNOW18E Instruction Manual - Operation
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Operation
Use only heavy duty U.L. listed two conductor extension
cords suitable for outdoor use in cold weather. Do not
use cords longer than 100 feet.
Always connect extension cord to control switch on snow
thrower first, then connect the other end to a wall outlet
installed in accordance with local codes and inspection
authorities.
To prevent accidental disconnection of extension
cord from control switch during operation, loop
extension cord through strain relief clip on control
switch.
Snap strain relief clip down over loop of extension
cord. Connect extension cord to power plug on
control switch.
To start snow thrower operation, proceed as follows:
Confirm the unit is plugged in
Depress the button on the Safety Switch
Pull Control Handle and the motor should start
Release the Control Handle to stop the snow blower
Disconnect the power cord when finished
WARNING: If snow thrower frequently trips
circuit breaker or blows fuses, DO NOT
replace with higher rated fuse without
consulting your power company.
Snow Throwing Tips
This snow thrower will propel itself forward when the
handle is raised enough to cause the auger blades
to contact the ground. The auger will stop when
control switch lever is released.
For most efficient snow throwing, turn the discharge
chute deflector to throw snow downwind and slightly
overlap each swath.
Keep the area to be cleared free of stones, toys and
other foreign objects for safety and to prevent
damage to the snow thrower.
Do not use the auger propelling feature when
clearing gravel or crushed rock drive ways.
In light snow take up to a full cut and in heavy snow
take less than a full cut.
The distance snow will be discharged can be
adjusted by moving the discharge chute deflector.
Raise the deflector for more distance or lower the
deflector for less distance.
In windy conditions, lower the chute deflector to
direct discharged snow close to the ground where it
is less likely to blow into unwanted areas. Move the
handle down to raise the auger slightly.
The allowable forward speed of the snow thrower is
dependent on the depth and weight of the snow.
Experience will establish the most effective method
of using the snow thrower under different conditions.
Snow up to eight inches deep can be removed
rapidly and easily by walking at a moderate rate. For
snow or drifts of a greater depth you may find it
desirable to slow your pace to allow the discharge
chute to dispose of the snow as rapidly as the auger
receives the snow.
Wet packed snow - move slowly into snow of this
condition. The greater the depth, the slower you
should go. When it appears that the wet, packed
snow is causing the auger to slow down and the
chute to clog, back off and begin a series of short
jabs into the snow. These short back and forth, 4 to
6 inch, jabbing motions will “belch” the snow from
the chute.
In snow of greater depth than the unit, use the
“jabbing” technique described above. Turn the
discharge chute away from the snow bank. More
time will be required to remove snow of this type
than level snow.
Maintenance
AFTER FIRST USE
Check for any loose or damaged parts after each
use.
Tighten any loose fasteners.
AFTER EACH USE
Run the machine to clear the auger of snow.
Remove all snow and slush from the snow thrower
to prevent freezing of auger or controls.
BEFORE EACH SEASON
Check drive belt
Lubricate Chute Control Flange