honda-automobiles hs520a User Manual
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TRANSPORTING
BEFORE LOADING
If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes
before loading the snowthrower on the transport vehicle. A hot engine
and exhaust system can burn you and can ignite some materials.
before loading the snowthrower on the transport vehicle. A hot engine
and exhaust system can burn you and can ignite some materials.
Turn the fuel valve to OFF. This will prevent carburetor flooding and
reduce the possibility of fuel leakage.
reduce the possibility of fuel leakage.
Avoid removing any parts from the snowblower before transport,
unless you are mechanically proficient, have the right tools, and follow
the procedures in the HS520 Shop Manual (see page 4-95).
unless you are mechanically proficient, have the right tools, and follow
the procedures in the HS520 Shop Manual (see page 4-95).
LOADING AND UNLOADING
If a suitable loading ramp is not available, two people should lift the
snowthrower on and off the transport vehicle while holding the
snowthrower level.
snowthrower on and off the transport vehicle while holding the
snowthrower level.
Position the snowthrower so both wheels and the auger box are on the
bed of the transport vehicle. Tie the snowthrower down with rope or
straps, and block the wheels. Keep the tie-down rope or straps away
from the auger drive clutch lever and cable.
bed of the transport vehicle. Tie the snowthrower down with rope or
straps, and block the wheels. Keep the tie-down rope or straps away
from the auger drive clutch lever and cable.
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