OPERATION
6.
When the engine starts, release the recoil starter
handle and slowly move the choke control to the OFF
position.
TO START ENGINE
• Be sure fuel shut-off valve is in the OPEN position.
Your snow thrower engine is equipped with both a 120 Volt
A.C. electric starter and a recoil starter. The electric starter
is equipped with a three-wire power cord and plug and is
designed to operate on 120 Volt A.C. household current.
Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will
not develop full power until it has reached normal operat-
ing temperature.
WARM START - RECOIL STARTER
•
Be sure your house is a 120 Volt A.C. three-wire
grounded system. If you are uncertain, consult a
licensed electrician.
Follow the steps above, keeping the choke in the OFF
position. DO NOT push the primer.
BEFORE STOPPING
Run the engine for a few minutes to help dry off any mois-
ture on the engine.
WARNING: Do not use the electric
starter if your house is not a 120 Volt
A.C. three-wire grounded system. Se-
riouspersonalinjuryordamagetoyour
snow thrower could result.
IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN
If the recoil starter has frozen and will not turn the engine,
proceed as follows:
COLD START - ELECTRIC STARTER
1.
Insert safety ignition key (packed separately in parts
bag)intoignitionslotuntilitclicks. DONOTturnthekey.
Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place.
Place throttle control in FAST position.
Rotate choke control to FULL position.
Connect the power cord to the engine.
Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole
grounded 120 Volt A.C. receptacle.
Push the primer three (3) times.
1. Grasp the recoil starter handle and slowly pull as much
rope out of the starter as possible.
2.
Release the recoil starter handle and let it snap back
against the starter.
2.
3.
4.
5.
If the engine still fails to start, repeat the above steps or
use the electric starter.
SNOW THROWING TIPS
•
•
•
•
Always operate the snow thrower with the engine at
6.
7.
full throttle. Full throttle offers the best performance.
Push starter button until engine starts.
Goslowerindeep,freezingorheavywetsnow.Usethe
drive speed control, NOT the throttle, to adjust speed.
It is easier and more efficient to remove snow imme-
diately after it falls.
The best time to remove snow is the early morning. At
this time the snow is usually dry and has not been ex-
posed to the direct sun and warming temperatures.
IMPORTANT: Do not crank engine more than five con-
tinuous seconds between each time you try to start. Wait
5
8.
to 10 seconds between each attempt.
When the engine starts, release the starter button and
slowly move the choke control to the “OFF” position.
Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first,
then from the engine.
9.
•
Slightly overlap each successive path to ensure all
snow will be removed.
Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will
not develop full power until it has reached normal operat-
ing temperature.
•
•
Throw snow downwind whenever possible.
Adjust the skid plates to proper height for current snow
conditions. See “TO ADJUST SKID PLATES” in this
section of this manual.
WARM START - ELECTRIC STARTER
Follow the steps above, keeping the choke control in the
OFF position.
•
•
•
•
Forextremelyheavysnow,reducethewidthofsnowre-
movalbyoverlappingpreviouspathandmovingslowly.
Keep engine clean and clear of snow during use. This
will help air flow and extend engine life.
Aftersnow-throwingiscompleted,allowenginetorunfor
a few minutes to melt snow and ice off the engine.
Clean the entire snow thrower thoroughly after each
use and wipe dry so it is ready for next use.
COLD START - RECOIL STARTER
1.
Insert safety ignition key (packed separately in parts
bag)intoignitionslotuntilitclicks. DONOTturnthekey.
Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place.
Place throttle control in FAST position.
Rotate choke control to FULL position.
2.
3.
4.
Push the primer four (4) times if the temperature is
below 15°F, or two (2) times if temperature is between
WARNING:
Do not operate snow
15°
and 50°F. If temperature is above 50°F, priming is
throwerifweatherconditionsimpairvis-
ibility. Throwing snow during a heavy,
windy snowstormcan blind you and be
hazardous to the safe operation of the
snow thrower.
not necessary.
NOTE: Over priming may cause flooding, preventing the
engine from starting. If you do flood the engine, wait a few
minutes before attempting to start and DO NOT push the
primer.
5.
Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter
rope to snap back.
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