Walker 5600-20 - Manual (Page 19)

OPERATION
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WARNING: Before operating the
snowblower, become familiar with the
location and function of all operator
controls. Knowing the location, function,
and operation of these controls is
important for safe and efficient operation of
the snowblower.
Tractor Controls
Refer to the appropriate Tractor Owner’s
Manual for complete information about tractor
operating controls.
Lift Handle
The lift handle is located to the right of the
operator at the back of the snowblower right
footrest. The lift handle is used to raise and
lower the snowblower. Moving the handle
forward lowers the snowblower; moving it
backward raises the snowblower.
Foot Trigger
The foot trigger is located on the right footrest.
The foot trigger and lift handle are used
together to lower the snowblower. Pull the lift
handle back, press the foot trigger, and hold
on to the lift handle while letting it move
forward to lower the snowblower.
IMPORTANT: To avoid the snowblower
dropping down with force, DO NOT release
the lift handle while depressing the foot
trigger or before the snowblower has
reached the ground.
Rotation Handle
The crank is located to the left of the operator
at the back of the snowblower. Turn the crank
clockwise and the chute will turn counter
clockwise.
Deflector Positions
The knob is located to the right of the operator
at the right side of the chute of the
snowblower. Loosen the knob and adjust the
deflector at the desired position, then tighten
the knob securely.
Sliding the deflector higher throws snow higher
and farther. Sliding the deflector down throws
snow lower, and closer.
CAUTION: ALWAYS disengage the
PTO clutch and plut the Forward Speed
Control (FSC) in the NEUTRAL-PARK
position before starting the engine.
NOTE: For cold weather operation, follow the
proper operating procedures in the appropriate
Tractor Owner’s Manual. Allow sufficient time
for the tractor engine to warm up before
engaging the snowblower.
Engaging The Snowblower
CAUTION: Before operating the
snowblower, read and understand all
Safety Instructions and Operating
Instruction.
1. Set the engine throttle at about 1/3 speed.
DO NOT attempt to engage the PTO clutch
at high engine speed. This will drastically
shorten drive belt life. Use only moderate
engine speed when engaging the PTO
clutch.
2. Pull the PTO clutch lever SLOWLY engage
the snowblower.
NOTE: For cold weather operation, allow
sufficient time for the snowblower component
(i.e., gearbox grease) to warm up before
beginning to blow snow.
CAUTION: A safety interlock switch
(seat switch) will cause the engine to stop
if the PTO clutch is engaged and the tractor
operator is not on the seat. The function of
this switch should be checked by the
operator raising off the seat and engaging
the PTO clutch; the engine should stop. If
the switch is not working, it should be
repaired or replaced before operating the
snowblower. DO NOT disconnect the safety
switches; they are for the operator’s
protection.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT engage the PTO
clutch when transporting the machine. DO
NOT engage the PTO clutch with the PTO
shaft disconnected (the snowblower
removed from the tractor).