SnowLine 620E III - Snow blower AL-KO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SnowLine 620E III AL-KO

Translation of the original instructions for use TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Contents 1 About these operating instructions........... 28

1.1 Symbols on the title page .................. 29

1.2 Legends and signal words................. 29

2.3 Safety and protective devices............ 29

3.1 Safety instructions in accordance

with ISO8437, AnnexA..................... 32

3.2 Safety instructions relating to opera-

tion..................................................... 34

3.3 Handling of petrol and oil................... 34

5.2 Fitting the operating panel (05).......... 35

5.3 Installing and adjusting Bowden ca-

5.6 Mounting the rod for the gear selec-

tor lever (14, 15) ................................ 36

5.7 Fitting the levers for gear selection

and discharge height (16).................. 36

5.8 Plugging in the heater and lighting

plug (17)............................................. 36

5.9 Fitting the snow discharge spout (18-

21)...................................................... 36

5.10 Connecting the Bowden cable to the

6.2 Filling with engine oil (25)................... 38

6.5 Adjusting the clearing height (27 - 29) 38

6.6 Checking the shear pins on the appli-

7.3 Changing gear for the travel drive (41

- 43).................................................... 40

7.4 Clearing clogging in the snow dis-

9.3 Servicing the travel and auger drives

1 ABOUT THESE OPERATING

The German version is the original operating instructions. All additional language versions are translations of the original operating in- structions.469370_d 29 Product description

Always safeguard these operating instruc- tions so that they can be consulted if you need any information about the appliance.

Only pass on the appliance to other persons together with these operating instructions.

Comply with the safety and warning informa- tion in these operating instructions.

1.1 Symbols on the title page

Symbol Meaning It is essential to read through these operating instructions carefully be- fore start-up. This is essential for safe working and trouble-free han- dling. Operating instructions Never operate the petrol powered device in the vicinity of open flames or heat sources.

1.2 Legends and signal words

DANGER! Denotes an imminently danger- ous situation which will result in fatal or serious injury if not avoided. WARNING! Denotes a potentially danger- ous situation which can result in fatal or serious injury if not avoided. CAUTION! Denotes a potentially dangerous situation which can result in minor or moderate injury if not avoided. IMPORTANT! Denotes a situation which can result in material damage if not avoided. NOTE Special instructions for ease of under- standing and handling. 2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The snow blower is suitable exclusively for clear- ing freshly fallen, loose wet snow and powder snow on paved paths and areas – such as patios, garage entrances, footpaths or car parking spac- es – in the private sector. The paths and areas to be cleared must have a solid substrate and a smooth surface, e.g. concrete paving, granite paving or asphalt. This appliance is intended solely for use in non- commercial applications. Any other use as well as unauthorised conversions or modifications are regarded as contrary to the intended use and will result in voiding of the warranty as well as loss of conformity; the manufacturer will thus decline any responsibility for damage and/or injury suffered by the user or third parties.

2.2 Possible foreseeable misuse

The snow blower is not suitable for clearing un- paved paths and areas – e.g. gravel surfaces, gravel paths or meadows. Snow in large quanti- ties and depths, very wet snow and hard-packed snow and ice can no longer be cleared with this appliance. The tool is designed neither for commercial use in public parks and sports facilities, nor for use in farming and forestry.

2.3 Safety and protective devices

WARNING! Risk of injury. Defective and disabled safety and protective devices can result in serious injury.

Have any defective safety and protective de- vices repaired.

Never disable safety and protective devices. Clutch lever The appliance has two clutch levers on the han- dlebar. In the event of danger, release both clutch levers.

Clutch lever for the auger drive of the snow discharge spout. Auger drive is stopped.

Clutch lever for the travel drive. Travel drive is stopped. Adjustable snow discharge spout Adjust the snow discharge spout so that persons and animals are not endangered and buildings, vehicles and other objects cannot be damaged by the discharged snow. When working on public roads, take care , not to hinder the road traffic or endanger other road users.GB

2.4 Scope of supply for 620 E III

The items listed here are included in the standard scope of supply. Check that all items are present: No. Component 1 Snow blower 2 Lower brace 3 Operating panel with upper brace 4 Snow discharge spout 5 Operating instructions for the snow blower 6 Operating instructions for the engine Bag with:

Attachment kit for snow discharge spout (x3)

Lever for discharge height with spring lock washer

Lever for gear selection with spring lock washer No. Component 14 Rod for gear selector lever 15 Hand crank for snow discharge spout adjustment

2.5 Symbols on the appliance

Symbol Meaning Important! Pay special attention when handling this product! Read the operating instructions be- fore starting operation! Keep away from the discharge ar- ea. Danger from discharged snow. Wear safety goggles and ear pro- tectors! Do not reach into rotating parts. Risk of entanglement! Do not reach into the snow dis- charge spout! Do not reach or step into the trans- port auger! Switch off the engine before starting any work on the appliance. Remove the spark plug connector before maintenance and repair work.469370_d 31 Product description Symbol Meaning Keep other people out of the danger area! Rotating parts in the discharge ar- ea! Risk of entanglement!

2.5.2 Operating signs

Symbol Meaning Choke CLOSE / OPEN Throttle Slow / Fast Engine key On / Off Fuel cock OFF (closed) ON (open) Primer button Auger drive Start / stop Symbol Meaning Travel drive Start / stop Align snow discharge spout with crank Adjust snow discharge height with lever

2.6 Product overview – 620 E III (01)

The product overview (01) gives an overview of the appliance. No. Component 1 Heated handles 2 Light switch 3 Handle heater switch 4 Spare shear pins 5 Clutch lever for the auger drive 6 Lever for adjustment of the discharge height 7 Gear selector lever, 6 forward and 2 reverse gears 8 Clutch lever for the travel drive 9 Deflector on snow discharge spout for setting the discharge heightGB

Safety instructions No. Component 10 Snow discharge spout with guard 11 Lights 12 Hand crank for adjusting the discharge direction 13 Tank cap 14 Oil filler cap 15 Plough 16 Cleaning tool (attached to the plough) 17 Spark plug connector 18 Transport auger 19 Discharge wheel 20 Clearing plate 21 Height-adjustable skids 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DANGER! Danger of fatal injury and dan- ger of extremely severe injury! Lack of knowl- edge of the safety instructions and operating in- structions can lead to extremely serious and even fatal injury.

Observe all safety instructions and instruc- tions for use in these operating instructions as well the operating instructions which are referred to before you start using the appli- ance.

Keep all supplied documents in a safe place for future reference. WARNING! Danger of explosion and fire. Escaping fuel creates an explosive petrol/air mix- ture. Deflagration, explosion and fire can lead to serious and even fatal injuries if fuel is not han- dled properly.

Never store the engine in front of naked flames or heat sources.

Never operate the engine in a flammable en- vironment. WARNING! Danger of injury from faulty appliance. Operation of an faulty appliance can result in serious injury and damage to the appli- ance.

Operate the appliance only when it is undam- aged and has not defects, and when no parts are missing or loose. WARNING! Danger from rotating appli- ance parts! Reaching into rotating appliance parts will result in serious injuries!

Never reach into the rotating transport auger! WARNING! Risk of injury. Defective and disabled safety and protective devices can result in serious injury.

Have any defective safety and protective de- vices repaired.

Never disable safety and protective devices.

3.1 Safety instructions in accordance with

ISO8437, AnnexA Getting to know the appliance

1. Read the operating and maintenance instruc-

tions through carefully. Familiarise yourself thoroughly with the control elements and the proper use of the appliance. Learn to quickly stop the appliance and switch off the control elements.

2. Children must not be allowed to operate the

appliance under any circumstances. Adults who have not been properly instructed must not be allowed to operate the appliance un- der any circumstances.

3. Keep persons, in particular small children,

and pets out of the working area.

4. Walk carefully, particularly when working

backwards, to avoid slipping or falling. Preparation

1. Carefully check the area in which the appli-

ance is to be used and remove all door mats, sledges, boards, cables and other objects.

2. Disengage the clutch completely and shift to

neutral before starting the engine.

3. Do not operate the appliance without ade-

quate winter clothing. Wear shoes that en- sure a good grip on slippery ground.

4. Take care when handling petrol; it is highly

Never refuel when the engine is running or hot.

Always fill the fuel tank outdoors and taking the greatest care. Never fill the fuel tank in closed rooms.

Fit the fuel tank cap tightly and wipe up any spilled petrol.469370_d 33 Safety instructions

1. Use an earthed plug socket for all appliances

with electric drive or electric ignition.

2. Adjust the height of the header casing when

clearing gravel or stony surfaces.

3. Never try to make changes to settings with

the engine running (except where expressly recommended by the manufacturer).

4. Allow the engine and appliance to cool to the

outside temperature before starting to clear snow.

5. Operation of any powered machine can result

in foreign objects being projected into the eyes. Therefore always wear safety goggles or eye protection during operation, adjust- ment or repair.

6. Wear ear protectors to prevent hearing dam-

1. Keep hands and feet away from all moving

parts, including under the appliance. Keep away from the discharge opening at all times.

2. Work particularly carefully when operating

the appliance on gravel drives, paths or roads, or when crossing such. Always pay at- tention to hidden obstacles or road traffic.

3. Should you collide with a foreign object,

switch off the engine, remove the spark plug cable connector, inspect the snow blower carefully for damage and repair the damage before starting the engine and operating the snow blower again.

4. If the appliance vibrates abnormally, switch

off the engine and immediately locate the cause. Vibrations are generally a sign that there is a problem.

5. Always switch off the engine when you stop

work, before cleaning the header/drive wheel casing or the discharge chute, and when car- rying out repairs, settings or inspections.

6. Before carrying out cleaning, repairs or in-

spections, always ensure that the header/ drive wheel and all moving parts are at a standstill. Disconnect the spark plug cable and keep it away from the spark plug to avoid accidental ignition. In the case of electric mo- tors, disconnect the mains plug.

7. Never operate the engine in closed rooms

except when starting or when moving the snow blower into or out of a building. Keep the doors open when doing so; exhaust gas- es are toxic.

8. Do not use the appliance on slopes. Be very

careful when turning on sloping ground. Do not try to clear steep slopes.

9. Never operate the snow blower without the

proper guards, safety plates or other protec- tive equipment.

10. Never use the snow blower in the vicinity of

windows, motor vehicles, light wells, sloping ground, etc. without adjusting the snow dis- charge direction accordingly. Keep children and pets away from the working area.

11. Do not overload the machine by trying to

clear snow too fast.

12. Never use the machine at high transport

speeds on slippery ground. Take care when working backwards.

13. Never direct the snow discharge towards by-

standers and do not allow persons to walk in front of the appliance.

14. Disconnect the power supply to the header/

drive wheel when the snow blower is being transported or is not in use.

15. Use only attachments and accessories ap-

proved by the manufacturer of the snow blower, e.g. balancing weights, counter- weights, casings, etc.

16. Never operate the snow blower in poor visi-

bility or with poor lighting. Always ensure a secure footing and hold the handles firmly. Only walk and never run when operating the appliance. Maintenance and storage WARNING! Serious hand injuries when cleaning the blocked discharge channel! Touching the rotating paddle wheel in the dis- charge channel results in serious hand injuries. These are the most common injuries on the snow blower. To clean the discharge channel:

Wait around 10s until the paddle wheel stops.

Always use a suitable tool to clean the dis- charge channel.

1. Check regularly that the guards, the knife

bolts, the engine mounting bolts, etc. are se- curely tightened in order to ensure safe oper- ation of the appliance.GB

2. Never store the appliance in a building where

there are sources of ignition, such as water heaters, electric fan heaters, clothes dryers, etc., as long as there is petrol in the tank. Al- low the engine to cool down before storing the appliance in a closed room.

3. Always observe the precise instructions in

the operating instructions if the snow blower is to be placed into storage for a prolonged period.

4. Leave all safety and operating instruction

signs on the appliance, and renew them, if necessary.

5. Allow the appliance to run for a few minutes

after finishing snow clearing to prevent freez- ing of the header/drive wheel.

3.2 Safety instructions relating to operation

Use the appliance only for the purposes for which it is intended. Any non-intended use can lead to injury and property damage.

Never operate the appliance with worn or de- fective parts. Always replace defective parts with original spare parts from the manufactur- er. If the appliance is operated with worn or defective parts, guarantee claims against the manufacturer are excluded.

In the following cases, switch off the engine, wait for the appliance to come to a standstill and disconnect the spark plug connector:

When leaving the machine

During cleaning and maintenance work

Before starting adjustment work

In the event of malfunctions

Before clearing blockages

After contact with foreign objects

If malfunctions and unusual vibrations oc- cur in the appliance

Do not operate the appliance if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.

Wear clothing and protective equipment in accordance with the regulations in order to avoid injury to the head and limbs as well as to avoid hearing impairment.

The clothing must be appropriate (tightly fit- ting) and must not restrict movements. Never wear loose items of clothing or accessories that could be drawn into the appliance, e.g. scarves.

The personal protective equipment compris- es:

Hearing protection and protective eye- wear

Sturdy, non-slip shoes

Keep hands, feet, other limbs and clothing away from the rotating clearing paddle, trans- port auger and discharge wheel.

Observe the local working time regulations in force.

Do not leave the operational appliance unsu- pervised.

Never clear snow from roofs.

3.3 Handling of petrol and oil

Risk of explosion and fire: An escaping petrol/air mixture can cause an explosive atmosphere. Deflagration, explo- sion and fire can lead to serious and even fa- tal injuries if fuel is not handled properly. Ob- serve the following:

Do not smoke when dealing with petrol.

Only handle petrol out of doors and never in enclosed spaces.

It is essential to heed the code of conduct stated below.

Only transport and store petrol and oil in con- tainers approved for that purpose. Ensure that children have no access to stored petrol and oil.

In order to avoid ground contamination (envi- ronmental protection) when filling, ensure that no petrol or oil enters the soil. Use a fun- nel for filling.

Never fill the appliance in enclosed spaces. Petrol vapours may gather at ground level, and thereby result in a deflagration or even an explosion.

Immediately wipe any spilled petrol off the appliance and the ground. Allow textiles used to wipe off petrol to dry in a well ventilated place before disposing of them. Otherwise, sudden self-ignition may occur.

If petrol has been spilled, petrol vapours oc- cur. For this reason, do not start the engine at the same location and move it at least 3m away.

Avoid skin contact with mineral oil products. Do not inhale petrol vapours. When filling, al-469370_d 35 Unpacking appliance (02) ways wear protective gloves. Change and clean protective clothing regularly.

Ensure that your clothing does not come into contact with petrol. If petrol has got onto your clothing, change it immediately.

Never open the fuel tank cap while the en- gine is running or hot.

Never fill the fuel tank while the engine is run- ning or hot.

Never over-fill the fuel tank (petrol expands).

Always screw on the fuel tank cap tightly.

Replace a damaged fuel tank or fuel tank cap.

Never eat, drink or smoke when filling the ap- pliance with petrol or oil.

If petrol has leaked out:

Do not start the engine.

Avoid start attempts.

Pick up leaked petrol using a binding agent or cloth and dispose of in the prop- er manner.

Clean the appliance.

If engine oil has leaked out:

Do not start the engine.

Pick up leaked oil using an oil binding agent or cloth and dispose of in the prop- er manner.

Clean the appliance. 4 UNPACKING APPLIANCE (02) WARNING! Danger of crushing if the ma- chine tips over! The appliance is heavy! If it tips over, limbs can be crushed and persons can be seriously injured.

At least two persons are required for unpack- ing the appliance!

Avoid tipping the appliance! The appliance is supplied with all accessory parts in a cardboard box. The box is located on a euro pallet.

1. Place the box on a level horizontal surface.

2. Remove the packing straps.

5. Carefully remove loose parts, bag with small

parts and operating instructions.

6. Use a knife to carefully cut open the rear wall

of the box (i.e. where the engine is located) so that the appliance is not damaged.

7. Fold down the rear wall of the box (02/b).

8. Carefully remove the other loose parts and

other packaging material.

9. Roll the snow blower backwards, i.e. with the

engine at the front, out of the box (02/c). 5 ASSEMBLY WARNING! Danger if assembly is not carried out completely! Use of an incompletely assembled device can result in serious injury.

Only use the device when it is fully assem- bled!

Before switching on, check that all safety and protective devices are in place and function- ing correctly! Necessary tools No. Tool 1 Open-end or ring spanner WAF 10 (x2) 2 Open-end or ring spanner WAF 13 3 5 mm Allen key 4 Combination or long-nose pliers 5 Screwdriver 6 Spray oil 7 Tyre pump with pressure gauge (car tyre valve)

5.1 Fitting the lower brace (03, 04)

Mount the lower brace on the left and right at the bottom of the snow blower.

3. Insert the bolts (04/2) through the lower

5.2 Fitting the operating panel (05)

1. Left lower brace: Unfasten 2 bolts (05/1) on

the mounting bracket (05/2) and remove the mounting bracket.

2. Attach upper brace (05/3) with control panel.

3. Right upper brace: Insert 2 bolts (05/4)

through the upper brace and lower brace and tighten with washers and nuts.GB

4. Left upper brace: Insert 2 bolts (05/1) through

upper brace, lower brace and mounting bracket and tighten slightly with washers and nuts.

5.3 Installing and adjusting Bowden cables

for travel and worm drives (06 - 11)

1. Attach the Bowden cable (06/1) for the travel

drive (06/2) into the lower hole (06/3) of the right-hand lever.

2. Attach the Bowden cable (07/1) for the worm

drive (07/2) into the upper hole (07/3) of the left-hand lever.

3. Adjust the Bowden cables as follows:

Turn the adjuster on the Bowden cable (08/1) in the direction of the arrow (08/a) until the Bowden cable no longer sags (is slightly tensioned). While turning the ad- juster, hold the cable so that it does not become twisted.

4. Fix the Bowden cables (09/1) with the clamps

(09/2) on the left and right of the handlebar.

Turn the threaded end piece (10/2, 11/2) upwards until the Bowden cable is ten- sioned.

Turn the lock nuts against the guide (10/3, 11/3) to fix the Bowden cable.

6. Pull down the rubber sheath (10/4, 11/4) to

the lock nut (10/a, 11/a) to protect the Bowden cable against corrosion.

5.4 Adjusting the Bowden cable (12)

The fine adjustment is carried out via the adjust- ing screw.

1. Loosen the lock nut (12/2) on the adjusting

2. Turn the adjusting screw (12/3) (12/b) to

lengthen or shorten the path of the Bowden cable. Ensure that the Bowden cable is slightly taut and is not sagging.

The Bowden cable of the travel drive lengthens over time. If the travel drive can no longer be switched on while the engine is running, the Bowden cable has become too long and must be tightened.

1. Switch off the appliance (see chapter 6.8

"Stopping the engine (37, 38)", page39).

2. Re-adjusting the Bowden cable (see chapter

5.3 "Installing and adjusting Bowden cables

for travel and worm drives (06 - 11)", page36). To check the Bowden cable setting:

1. Start the engine (see chapter 6.7 "Starting

the engine (31 – 36)", page38).

2. Put into gear (see chapter 7.1 "Starting clear-

ing (39 - 41)", page39).

3. Slowly push the right handle (13/1) down-

wards (13/a) until a slight resistance is felt. The pressure point of the clutch has been de- termined.

4. If the travel drive is not switched on: Repeat

5. If adjusting the Bowden cable is not success-

ful: Contact one of the manufacturer's service centres.

5.6 Mounting the rod for the gear selector

1. Attach the rod (14/1) at the bottom into the

gear shift mount (15/2).

2. Attach the rod on the top of the gear selector

lever (15/3) in the mount.

3. Secure the rod at the top and bottom with

washers and cotter pins.

5.7 Fitting the levers for gear selection and

discharge height (16)

1. Fit spring washers (16/1) onto the thread.

2. Screw on and tighten the discharge height le-

3. Screw on and tighten the gear selection lever

5.8 Plugging in the heater and lighting plug

1. Connect the plug parts (17/1) for the heater

2. Secure the plug connection.

5.9 Fitting the snow discharge spout (18-

1. Apply spray oil (or grease) to the sliding sur-

face (18/1) of the snow discharge spout on the snow blower.

3. Insert the mounting bolts (20/2) through the

brackets and snow discharge spout from the inside.

4. Secure the snow discharge spout with the

self-locking nuts (20/3).

5. Insert the mounting bolts (21/1) through the

large guide plate (21/2) and fit the small guide plate (21/3). Note:The small guide plate must lie on top of the large guide plate.

6. Insert the guide plates with the mounting

bolts from below into the snow discharge spout.

7. Fit washers (21/4) onto the bolts.

8. Securely tighten the self-locking nuts (21/5).

5.10 Connecting the Bowden cable to the

discharge flap (22) This Bowden cable moves the discharge flap of the snow discharge spout and serves to set the discharge height.

1. Hook the Bowden cable into the guides (22/1,

22/2). The rubber sheath must be attached to the outer Bowden cable.

2. Turn the lock nut (22/3, 22/4) firmly against

the guide (22/2) until the Bowden cable is tensioned.

3. Use the lever for setting the discharge height

to check the length of the Bowden cable:

Move the lever all the way to the front. The discharge flap must move all the way down.

Move the lever all the way to the rear. The discharge flap must move all the way up.

If necessary, change the length of the Bowden cable.

1. Push the hand crank through the guide (23/1)

in the handlebar (23/a). Note:If the connecting rod cannot be moved to the lower guide or can only be moved with difficulty, loosen the upper guide and tighten it again after installing the connecting rod.

1. Attach the Bowden cable (24/1) into the

mount (24/2) under the engine. 6 START-UP WARNING! Danger of injury from faulty appliance. Operation of an faulty appliance can result in serious injury and damage to the appli- ance.

Operate the appliance only when it is undam- aged and has not defects, and when no parts are missing or loose. NOTE Always perform a visual check prior to start-up. Do not operate the equipment if the operating and/or fastening parts are loose, dam- aged, or worn.

6.1 Operating material

DANGER! Risk of explosion and fire. An escaping petrol/air mixture can cause an explo- sive atmosphere. Deflagation, explosion and fire can lead to serious and even fatal injuries if fuel is not handled properly.

Do not smoke when dealing with petrol.

Only handle petrol out of doors and never in enclosed spaces. DANGER! Risk of poisoning. The engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide that can kill a person within a few minutes.

Operate the engine only outdoors, never in a closed room.

Do not inhale the engine exhaust gases.

Switch off the engine if you feel nauseous, dizzy or weak during use. Immediately con- sult a doctor. NOTE Dispose of used engine oil in an envi- ronmentally responsible manner! We recommend disposing of waste oil in a closed container at a recycling centre or customer service centre. Do not dispose of waste oil:

In the ground NOTE Observe the enclosed operating in- structions for the engine! Before starting operation, the engine must be filled with oil and the snow blower filled with pet- rol. For information on petrol and engine oil: see technical data.GB

6.2 Filling with engine oil (25)

1. Unscrew the oil filler cap (25/1) and put it

down in a clean place.

2. Pour in oil through a funnel.

3. Check the fill level with an oil dipstick, see

engine operating manual.

4. Securely tighten and clean the oil filler neck.

6.3 Filling with petrol (25)

1. Unscrew the tank cap (25/2) and put it down

2. Pour in petrol through a funnel.

3. Securely tighten the fuel filler cap and clean

the tank filler neck.

6.4 Checking the tyre pressure(26)

1. Check the tyre pressure particularly before

using for the first time in the winter and at least every three months during the season. The maximum permissible tyre pressure is in- dicated on the tyres (26/1). Note:Note: 1bar = approx. 14.5psi

2. Pump up both tyres. Both tyres must have

6.5 Adjusting the clearing height (27 - 29)

CAUTION! Risk of injury. Risk of cuts when reaching into the running transport auger.

Adjust the clearing height only with the en- gine switched off and the transport auger at standstill. Adjust the clearing height so that no gravel or other foreign matter can be picked up. Give con- sideration to very uneven ground, for example tyre tracks, and to manhole covers or paving stones.

1. Move the appliance to level ground for ad-

clearing plate (28/1) to the desired height.

4. Tighten the clamping screws of the skids.

5. Ensure that both skids are at the same height

so that the clearing plate runs parallel to the ground (28/a). Skids worn (29) If the wear edge (29/1) of the skids is worn down, turn it 180° to use the second side.

1. Unscrew the nuts (29/2) including the wash-

3. Turn the skid by 180° (29/a).

4. Fit washers and tighten nuts.

Note:Be careful not to swap the clamping screws (29/4) because they are of different lengths.

6.6 Checking the shear pins on the

appliance (30, 46) IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the appliance. A frozen auger gearbox can result in damage to the V-belt.

Check whether the auger gearbox is frozen before starting the engine.

Park the snow blower in a suitable place to allow the auger gearbox to thaw, if neces- sary.

1. Before every start, check that the shear pins

(30/1, 46/2) are undamaged.

Replace broken shear pins with OEM spare parts (see chapter 9.4 "Replacing the shear pins (30, 46)", page41). Use of non-approved spare parts can result in serious damage to the appliance!

Two spare shear pins (01/4) can be found on the operating panel.

2. Inspect all operating elements, safety devic-

es, nuts, bolts and studs of the device for completeness, tightness and sound condi- tion.

6.7 Starting the engine (31 – 36)

DANGER! Risk of poisoning. The engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide that can kill a person within a few minutes.

Operate the engine only outdoors, never in a closed room.

Do not inhale the engine exhaust gases.

Switch off the engine if you feel nauseous, dizzy or weak during use. Immediately con- sult a doctor.469370_d 39 Operation IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the appliance. A frozen auger gearbox can result in damage to the V-belt.

Check whether the auger gearbox is frozen before starting the engine.

Park the snow blower in a suitable place to allow the auger gearbox to thaw, if neces- sary. Starting process (31 - 34)

1. Check the oil and fuel level.

2. Open fuel cock (31/1) (31/a).

3. Check that travel drive and auger drive are

disengaged. Both clutch levers must be in the upright position.

4. Move choke (31/2) to the “CLOSED” position

6. Move throttle lever (33/1) to the Fast position

1. Pull the starter cable (35/1) out slightly (35/a)

until initial resistance is felt, then pull out sharply and allow it to wind back in slowly. 230 V starting process (36)

6.8 Stopping the engine (37, 38)

WARNING! Danger from rotating appli- ance parts! Reaching into rotating appliance parts will result in serious injuries!

Never reach into the rotating transport auger!

1. Move the throttle lever (37/1) to the "Slow"

position (Tortoise) (37/a).

2. To prevent freezing, allow transport auger

and discharge wheel to continue to run until they are more or less free of snow. The V- belts could otherwise be damaged during starting.

3. Remove engine key (38/1) (38/a).

4. The engine stops.

5. Turn fuel cock (38/2) to the “OFF” (closed)

WARNING! Danger from rotating appli- ance parts! Reaching into rotating appliance parts will result in serious injuries!

Never reach into the rotating transport auger! WARNING! Objects being discharged! Risk of injury and risk of material damage due to objects being discharged!

Never turn the discharge channel in the di- rection of persons, animals, windows, cars or doors.

4. Start the engine (see chapter 6.7 "Starting

the engine (31 – 36)", page38).

5. Engage the gear for the travel drive (40/3):

1 to 6 are forward gears, with 1 the low- est and 6 the highest gear.

R1 and R2 are reverse gears, with R1 the lower and R2 the higher gear.

6. Push clutch lever (40/4) for the auger drive

7. Push clutch lever (41/5) for the travel drive

1. Release the clutch lever (42/1) to disengage

the auger drive and travel drive (42/a). To prevent freezing, allow transport auger and discharge wheel to continue to run until they are more or less free of snow. A frozen transport au- ger would damage the V-belts.GB

Repair The snow blower comes to a standstill, transport auger and discharge wheel stop.

7.3 Changing gear for the travel drive (41 -

43) IMPORTANT! Risk of damage to the appli- ance. The transmission is damaged if the clutch is not disengaged before the gear change.

First disengage the clutch, then change gears.

1. Release clutch lever for the travel drive

(42/1), i.e. disengage (42/a). Note:The transport auger blocks when it is stopped in wet and heavy snow and then re- started. Do not release the clutch lever for the auger drive!

2. Change gear with gear lever (43/1).

3. Push clutch lever (41/5) for the travel drive

7.4 Clearing clogging in the snow discharge

spout (42, 44) NOTE Allow the transport auger to run at all times, if possible, in order to avoid clogging in heavy and wet snow. If the snow is no longer discharged correctly, snow and ice deposits on the transport augers and in the discharge channel may be the cause.

1. Release the clutch lever (42/1) to disengage

the auger drive and travel drive (42/a).

2. Switch off the engine (see chapter 6.8 "Stop-

ping the engine (37, 38)", page39).

3. Carefully clear the snow from the discharge

channel and transport auger using the clean- ing tool (44/1). If the snow discharge is still unsatisfactory, take the appliance to a specialist workshop. 8 REPAIR WARNING! Risk of injury during repair work. Improper repairs can lead to serious inju- ries and damage to the appliance.

Have repair work performed by the manufac- turer's service centres and authorised spe- cialist companies only! A professional inspection is always required:

After colliding with an obstacle.

If the engine stops suddenly.

If the transport auger or discharge wheel are damaged.

9 MAINTENANCE AND CARE

CAUTION! Risk of injury. Sharp-edged and moving appliance parts can lead to injury.

Always wear protective gloves during mainte- nance, care and cleaning work!

Switch off the engine and check that the en- gine is at a standstill!

Remove the spark plug connector!

Clean the appliance after every use. In partic- ular, remove any residues of road salt.

Do not spray the appliance with water. Pene- trating water can lead to malfunctions (igni- tion system, carburettor).

Observe the engine operating manual.

Check the oil level (see engine operating manual).

Check the shear pins.

Inspect the appliance for damage.

Check whether the transport auger is frozen. After the first 5 operating hours

Change the engine oil (see engine operating manual). Every 8 operating hours

Grease the transport auger. Every 3 months

Check the tyre pressure.

Oil the ring of the snow discharge spout with spray oil. Once a year

Grease the transport auger.

Change the engine oil.

9.2 Greasing the transport auger (45)

Pump approx. 2-3 strokes of multi-purpose grease into grease nipple (45/1) using a grease gun.469370_d 41 Help in case of malfunctions

9.3 Servicing the travel and auger drives

(08) WARNING! Risk of injury during mainte- nance work. Improper maintenance can result in serious injury and in damage to the appliance.

Adjust the Bowden cable only with the engine switched off.

Stop the engine if the travel/auger drive can- not be switched off.

Do not try to carry out repairs yourself and contact a specialist workshop immediately. NOTE Moisture in the Bowden cable can re- sult in corrosion or freezing. A damaged Bowden cable must be replaced. Adjust Bowden cable If the travel/auger drive cannot be engaged with the engine running, the respective Bowden cable must be adjusted.

in the direction of the arrow (08/a) until the Bowden cable no longer sags (is slightly ten- sioned). While turning the adjuster, hold the cable so that it does not become twisted.

3. Tighten lock nut (08/2) (08/b).

4. To check the setting, start the engine and

switch on the travel/auger drive.

5. If the travel/auger drive still cannot be proper-

ly engaged, the appliance must be taken to a specialist workshop.

9.4 Replacing the shear pins (30, 46)

For the safety of the operator and appliance, the shear pins (30/1) can break after a blockage of the transport auger. NOTE Replace broken shear pins with OEM spare parts. Use of non-approved spare parts can result in serious damage to the appliance!

1. Switch off the appliance and remove the

spark plug connector.

Pull out the damaged shear pins (46/2) (46/b).

4. Inspect the shaft for damage.

5. Insert a new shear pin and secure with cotter

CAUTION! Risk of injury. Sharp-edged and moving appliance parts can lead to injury.

Always wear protective gloves during mainte- nance, care and cleaning work!

Switch off the engine and check that the en- gine is at a standstill!

Remove the spark plug connector! NOTE For malfunctions that are not listed in this table or that you cannot resolve yourself, please contact our customer service. Malfunction Remedy Engine does not start. Fill with petrol. Move the throttle lever to the “Start” position. Switch on the choke and press the primer button. Service the spark plug. Engine loses power. Clean the discharge chan- nel/housing. Clear snow and ice from the transport auger and discharge wheel. Reduce the working speed. Travel drive does not func- tion with clutch lever pressed. Adjust the Bowden cable. Take the appliance to a Customer Service Centre. Travel drive can- not be stopped (does not disen- gage).

Switch off the engine.

Do not try to repair the appliance yourself!

Take the appliance to a Customer Service Centre. Transport auger does not rotate with clutch lever pressed. Shear ping broken; replace the shear pin. Adjust the Bowden cable.GB

Storage Malfunction Remedy Take the appliance to a Customer Service Centre. Transport auger cannot be stopped (does not disengage).

Switch off the engine.

Do not try to repair the appliance yourself!

Take the appliance to a Customer Service Centre. Abnormal appli- ance vibrations. Inspect transport auger and discharge wheel. Appliance pulls to one side. Check tyre pressure and correct, if necessary. Check the skids and adjust or replace, as necessary. Replacement parts See: www.al-ko.com 11 STORAGE WARNING! Danger of explosion and fire. Petrol vapours are highly inflammable.

Do not store the appliance close to naked flames or sources of heat. Thoroughly clean the appliance after each use and – if present – attach all covers. Store the ap- pliance in a dry, lockable place out of the reach of children. If the appliance is to be stored for a prolonged period, such as after the winter, the following op- erations are necessary to prevent damage:

Draining the carburettor:

Close the fuel cock.

Wait until the engine stops.

Allow the engine to cool down.

Store the appliance in a dry place out of the reach of children and unauthorised persons.

Empty the fuel tank or fill it completely.

Remove the engine key.

Remove the spark plug connector. 12 DISPOSAL

Petrol and motor oil do not belong in household waste or the public sewer system, but should be collected and disposed of separately.

Before disposing of the device you must empty the fuel tank and the engine oil tank!

Packaging, equipment and accessories are made from recyclable materials, and must be disposed of accordingly. 13 AFTER-SALES/SERVICE In the event of questions of warranty, repair or spare parts, please contact your nearest AL- KOService Centre. These can be found on the Internet at: www.al-ko.com/service-contacts469370_d 43 Guarantee 14 GUARANTEE We will resolve any material or manufacturing faults on the appliance during the legal warranty period for claims relating to faults, in accordance with our choice either to repair or replace. The legal warran- ty period is determined by the legislation of the country in which the appliance was purchased. Our warranty promise applies only if:

These operating instructions are heeded

The appliance is handled correctly

Original spare parts have been used The warranty becomes void in the case of:

Unauthorised repair attempts

Unauthorised technical modifications

Non-intended use The guarantee excludes:

Paint damage that can be attributed to normal wear and tear

Wear parts that are marked with a frame xxxxxx (x) on the spare parts card

Internal combustion engines (these are covered by the guarantee provisions of the corresponding engine manufacturers) The guarantee period commences with purchase by the first end user. The date on the proof of pur- chase is decisive. In the event of a guarantee claim, please take this guarantee declaration and the original proof of purchase, and contact your dealer or the nearest authorised customer service centre. This statement does not affect the purchaser's statutory claims for defects against the vendor.FR

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5. Legg inn gir for fremdrift (40/3):

kaissa on oltava sama paine.

(30/1, 46/2) on terved.