Walker SB36 - Manual (Page 19)

Operating Instructions
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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 let-
ting 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 DOWN position.
Spout Position Control Handle
The spout position control handle is located on the
back of the blower spout. The control handle is used
to position the blower spout so snow is thrown in the
intended direction. Pull back on the control handle
and rotate the blower spout to the chosen position.
Release the control handle to lock the blower spout
into position.
Deflector Position Control Handle
The deflector position control handle is located on
the back of the blower spout and deflector. The con-
trol handle, which slides through a spring-loaded
bracket, is used to position the deflector and control
the angle and distance snow is thrown. The spring-
loaded bracket holds the control handle and deflec-
tor in position.
Sliding the control handle down raises the deflector
and throws snow a higher, longer distance; sliding
the control handle up lowers the deflector and
throws snow a lower, shorter distance.
NOTE: If the deflector cannot be moved, loosen the
bolts that fasten it to the blower spout.
STARTING THE MACHINE
Refer to the appropriate Tractor Owner’s Manual for
tractor starting and operating procedures.
NOTE: For cold weather operation, follow the prop-
er 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
1. Set the engine throttle at about 1/3 speed. DO
NOT attempt to engage the PTO clutch at
high engine speeds. This will drastically short-
en drive belt life. Use only moderate engine
speed when engaging the PTO clutch.
2. Pull the PTO clutch lever SLOWLY to engage
the snowblower.
NOTE: For cold weather operation, allow suff-
icient time for the snowblower components (i.e.,
gearbox oil) to warm up before beginning to
blow snow.
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).
CAUTION
ALWAYS disengage the PTO clutch and
put the FSC in the NEUTRAL-PARK posi-
tion before starting the engine.
CAUTION
Before operating the snowblower, read
and understand all
Safety Instructions and
Operating Instructions .
CAUTION
A safety interlock switch (seat switch) will
cause the engine to stop if the PTO clutch
is engaged and the operator is not in 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 re-
placed before operating the snowblower.
DO NOT disconnect the safety switches;
they are for the operator's protection.