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THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
SNOW THROWER
SOUFFLEUSE À NEIGE
USA office: Fontana AUS office: Truganina
GBR office: Ipswich FRA office: Saint Vigor d'Ymonville
AUS:cs.au@costway.com
GBR:cs.uk@costway.com
FRA:cs.fr@costway.com
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Before You Start
Please read all instructions carefully.
Retain instructions for future reference.
Separate and count all parts and hardware.
Read through each step carefully and follow the proper order.
We recommend that, where possible, all items are assembled near to the area in
which they will be placed in use, to avoid moving the product unnecessarily once
assembled.
Always place the product on a flat, steady and stable surface.
Keep all small parts and packaging materials for this product away from babies
and children as they potentially pose a serious choking hazard.
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Veuillez lire attentivement toutes les instructions.
Conservez les instructions pour vous y référer ultérieurement.
Vérifiez toutes les pièces et les accessoires.
Lisez attentivement chaque étape et suivez l’ordre correct.
Nous recommandons que, dans la mesure du possible, tous les produits
soient assemblés à proximité de la zone où ils seront utilisés, afin d’éviter tout
déplacement inutile du produit une fois assemblé.
Placez toujours le produit sur une surface plane et stable.
Conservez toutes les petites pièces de ce produit et les matériaux d’emballage
hors de portée des bébés et des enfants, car ils pourraient présenter un risque
d’étouffement.
Avant de Commencer
1. DESCRIPTION
1.1 PURPOSE
This machine is used to remove and clear away snow from pavements,
gardens, driveways and other ground- level surfaces.
1. Handle bar
2. Bail lever
3. Upper handle
4. Middle handle
5. Chute control rod
6. Lower handle
7. Scraper
8. Impeller
9. LED light
10. Discharge chute
11. Chute deflector
12. Safety switch button
13. Cord retainer
1.2 OVERVIEW
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2. INTRODUCTION
3. GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
Your product has been engineered and manufactured to high standards
for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly
cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
2.1 INTENDED USE
This product has been designed and built to remove and clear away
snow from pavements, gardens, driveways and other ground-level
surfaces.
2.2 IMPROPER USE
Any other usage not in keeping with the above mentioned ones may be
hazardous and harm persons and/or damage things. Examples of
improper use may include, but are not limited to:
● Use of the product on surfaces above ground level, such as roofs on
houses, garages, porticoes or other structures or buildings,
● Activate the auger in the presence of materials other than snow (e.g.
soil, grass, pebbles, etc.),
● Pulling or pushing loads,
● Do not carry passengers.
3.1 TRAINING
● Do not allow children under the age of 14 to operate this tool. Children
who are 14 years of age or older must read and understand the
operating instructions and safety rules in this manual and must be trained
and supervised by a parent.
● Read the operating and service instruction manual carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the appliance.
Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.
● Never allow children to operate the appliance. Never allow adults to
operate the appliance without proper instruction.
● Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small
children, and pets.
● Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating
in reverse.
● Do not use on graveled surfaces.
● Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be
caught in moving parts.
● Wear rubber boots when operating the appliance.
● Operation of the appliance in the hand-held position is unsafe, except
in accordance with the special instructions for such use provided in
the operator’s manual.
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
WARNING
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power
tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool.
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3.2 PREPARATION
● Thoroughly inspect the area where the appliance is to be used and
remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.
● Do not operate the appliance without wearing adequate winter
garments. Wear footwear, which will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
● Adjust the housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surface.
● Never attempt to make any adjustments while the appliance is running
(except where specifically recommended by manufacturer).
● Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while
performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects
that may be thrown from the appliance.
● Prevent unintentional starting. Carrying the appliance with your finger
on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites
accidents.
3.3 OPERATION
● Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.
● Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives,
walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
● After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the
spark-plug, thoroughly inspect the power tool for any damage, and repair
the damage before restarting and operating the power tool.
● If the power tool should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and
check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
● Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating position, before
unclogging the collector/impeller housing or discharge guide, and when
making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
● When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the
collector/impeller and all moving parts have stopped.
● Disconnect the spark-plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug
to prevent accidental starting. Disconnect the cable on electric motors.
● Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.
● Never operate the power tool without proper guards, plates or other
safety protective devices in place.
● Never operate the power tool near glass enclosures, automobiles,
window wells, drop-offs, etc., without proper adjustment of the snow
discharge angle. Keep children and pets away.
● Do not overload the power tool capacity by attempting to clear snow at
too fast a rate.
● Never operate the power tool at high transport speeds on slippery
surfaces. Use care when reversing.
● Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the
power tool.
● Disengage power to the collector/impeller when the power tool is
transported or not in use.
● Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer
of the power tool.
● Never operate the power tool without good visibility or light. Always be
sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles.
● Walk, never run.
● Use the power tool only in daylight or good artificial light.
● Take all possible precautions when leaving the power tool unattended.
Disengage the power take- off, lower the attachments, shift into neutral,
set the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key.
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Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study
them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will
allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
3.4 MAINTENANCE
● Check shear bolts; engine-mounted bolt, etc., at frequent intervals for
proper tightness to be sure the appliance is in safe working condition.
● Always refer to owner’s guide instructions for important details if the
appliance is to be stored for an extended period.
● Store Idle appliances Indoors – When not in use, the appliances should
be stored indoors in a dry, locked-up place – out of reach of children.
● Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
● Run the appliance a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent
freeze-up of the collector/impeller.
● Do not expose appliance to fire or excessive temperature space.
Exposure to fire or temperature above 265°F (130°C) may cause
explosion.
● Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product
is maintained.
● Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance except as indicated in
the instructions for use and care.
● Maintain appliance with care - follow instructions for changing
accessories.
● Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels, as necessary.
4. SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Symbol Explanation
Alternating current
Precautions that involve your safety.
Read and understand all instructions before
operating the product, and follow all warnings and
safety instructions.
Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal
injury or property damage. Wear protective
clothing and boots.
Keep feet away from openings while the product
is running.
Keep hands away from the discharge area.
Stop the motor and unplug the product before
leaving the product.
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Do not change or make accessories that are not recommended by
the manufacturer.
WARNING
Do not connect to power supply until you assemble all the parts.
WARNING
Wear eye and ear protection.
Do not use a damaged power cord.
5. RISK LEVELS
The signal words and meanings show the levels of risk related with this
machine.
Symbol Explanation
Shows an imminently
dangerous situation, which, if
you do not prevent, can cause
death or dangerous injury.
Signal word
DANGER:
Shows a possibly dangerous
situation, which, if you do not
prevent, can cause death or
dangerous injury.
WARNING:
Shows a possibly dangerous
situation, which, if you do not
prevent, can cause mitigated or
moderate injury.
CAUTION:
(Without Safety Alert Symbol)
shows a situation that can
cause property damage.
CAUTION:
6. RECYCLE
7. INSTALLATION
Separate collection. This product must not be
disposed of with normal household waste. Should
you find one day that your product needs
replacement, or if it is no further use to you, do not
dispose of it with household waste. Make this
product available for separate collection.
Separate collection of used products and
packaging allows materials to be recycled and
used again. Reuse of recycled materials helps
prevent environmental pollution and reduces the
demand for raw materials.
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Make sure that you correctly assemble the machine before use.
WARNING
● If the parts are damaged, do not use the machine.
● If you do not have all the parts, do not operate the machine.
● If the parts are damaged or missing, speak to the service center.
WARNING
7.1 UNPACK THE MACHINE 7.3 INSTALL THE UPPER HANDLE
7.4 INSTALL THE CHUTE CONTROL ROD
7.2 INSTALL THE MIDDLE HANDLE
1. Open the package.
2. Read the documentation in the box.
3. Remove all the disassembled parts from the box.
4. Remove the machine from the box.
5. Discard the box and package in compliance with local regulations.
1. Align the holes in the
middle handle (4) and the
lower handle (6).
2. Put the bolts (21) through
the middle handle (4) and
the lower handle (6).
3. Tighten the handle knob
(14) onto the bolt (21).
4. Repeat for left/right side.
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1. Put the cord retainer between the upper handle (3) and middle handle
(4).
2. Align the holes in the middle handle (4) and the upper
handle (3).
3. Put the bolts (21) through the holes.
4. Tighten the handle
knobs (14) onto the bolts
(21).
5. Do the same operation
on the other side.
6. Attach the cable clamp
(22) to the middle handle
(4).
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Wear eye protection during operation.
WARNING
Do not plug the extension cable into the outlet until it
has been connected to the cord retainer and plugged
into the machine.
NOTE
1. Connect the upper lever (15) and lower lever (16) with 1 screw
supplied (17).
2. Unscrew the nut (18) and washers (22).
3. Put the bolt of the upper lever (15) through the hole in the middle
handle. And install the washers (22) and nut (18).
4. Pull out of the hitch pin (20). And then put the end of the chute control
rod (5) straight through the hole (19) in the bracket. And Keep the grip
handle (23) down.
5. Put the hitch pin (20) through the chute control rod (5) and hole (19).
6. Turn the grip handle (23) left and right to make sure that the discharge
chute (10) moves in the same direction.
1. Fold the extension cable to form a tight loop near the retainer.
2. Push the loop through the bottom hole in the retainer.
3. Move the loop over the retaining clip, and pull until the cable is
secured.
1. While holding the safety switch
button (12), pull the bail lever (2)
to start the machine.
2. Once the machine powers on,
release the safety switch button
(12) and begin operation.
3. The machine can only be
started by pressing the safety
switch button (12) first, followed by
squeezing the bail lever (2),
reverse operation will not start the
machine.
8.1 USE THE CORD RETAINER
8.2 START THE MACHINE
8. OPERATION
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Lower the scraper to the ground to remove the snow.
NOTE
Keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine.
WARNING
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Examine the work area. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, and
other debris that can ricochet because of the rotating impeller.
WARNING
Wait until the impeller fully stops before you start the machine
again. Do not quickly turn the machine off and on.
WARNING
1. Release the bail lever (2) to
stop the machine.
8.3 STOP THE MACHINE
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Pull the plug after you complete the work.
WARNING
You can adjust the discharge chute 180° to change the snow direction.
1. Turn the grip handle (23) left to move the discharge chute (10) to the
left.
2. Turn the grip handle (23) right to move the discharge chute (10) to the
right.
8.4 ADJUST THE DISCHARGE CHUTE
You can adjust the chute
deflector up and down to
change the throwing
distance of the snow.
8.5 ADJUST THE CHUTE DEFLECTOR
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Release the bail lever before you adjust the chute deflector.
WARNING
Do not push the deflector so far forward that a gap shows between
the deflector and the chute.
WARNING
9. MAINTENANCE
Disconnect the extension cord before maintenance.
WARNING
Use only approved replacement parts.
CAUTION
Do not use strong solvents or detergents on the plastic housing or
components.
CAUTION
1. Loosen the locking knobs (14) and adjust the chute deflector (11) to a
suitable height.
2. Move the chute deflector (11) up or down to selected comfortable
angle.
3. Tighten the locking knob (14).
If it is possible, clear the snow with the direction of the wind.
● In strong winds, lower the chute deflector to direct the snow to the
ground.
● When you complete the work, let the machine operate for a while to
prevent ice formation in the discharge chute.
● If the snow is deeper than 8", decrease the speed and let the machine
work at its own rhythm.
● Do not use the scraper to remove compact snow and ice.
8.6 OPERATION TIPS
● Before each use, examine the machine for damaged, missing, or loose
parts such as screws, nuts, bolts and caps.
● Tighten correctly all the fasteners and caps.
● Clean the remaining snow on the machine with a brush.
9.1 GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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