6.
7.
As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control
to the OFF position. If the engine falters, quickly rotate
the choke control back to FULL and then slowly into
the OFF position again.
When disconnecting the extension cord, always
unplug the end at the three-prong wall outlet before
unplugging the opposite end from the snow thrower.
Gas & Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in
the separate engine manual packed separately with your
snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.
Starting The Engine
1.
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the
metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire (inside
the rubber boot) is fastened securely over the metal
tip on the spark plug.
WARNING
Recoil Starter
1.
Rotate choke control to FULL choke position (cold
engine start).
Read, understand,
and follow all instruc-
tions and warnings
on the machine and
in this manual before
operating.
2.
3.
Make certain both the auger control and drive control
are in the disengaged (released) position.
NOTE:in the OFFIf thepositionengineinsteadis alreadyof FULL.warm, place choke control
Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert
ignition key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place.
Do not attempt to turn the key.
2. Push the primer two or three times for cold engine
start, making sure to cover vent hole in the center of
the primer when pushing.
NOTE:insertedTheintoengineignitioncannotswitch.start unless the key is
Use extreme care
when handling
Electric Starter (on certain models)
NOTE: DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine
1.
Determine that your home’s wiring is a three-wire
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are
not certain.
gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable
and the vapors are
explosive.Never fuel
the machine indoors
or while the engine
is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes and
other sources of
ignition.
after a short shutdown.
NOTE:temperatureAdditionalis belowpriming15° F.may(-9°beC).necessary if the
WARNING: The optional electric starter
is equipped with a grounded three-wire
power cord and plug, and is designed
to operate on 120 volt AC household
current. It must be used with a properly
grounded three-prong receptacle at all
times to avoid the possibility of electric
shock. Follow all instructions carefully
prior to operating the electric starter.
3.
4.
Grasp the recoil starter handle and slowly pull the
rope out. At the point where it becomes slightly harder
to pull the rope, slowly allow the rope to recoil.
Pull the starter handle with a firm, rapid stroke. Do not
release the handle and allow it to snap back. Keep a
firm hold on the starter handle and allow it to slowly
recoil.
As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control
to the OFF position. If the engine falters, quickly rotate
the choke control back to the FULL position and then
slowly into the OFF position again.
5.
If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed
as follows:
If your home’s wir-
ing system is not a
three-wire grounded
system, do not use
this electric starter
under any conditions.
1.
Plug the extension cord into the outlet located on the
engine’s surface. Plug the other end of extension cord
into a three-prong 120-volt, grounded, AC outlet in a
well-ventilated area.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes
after starting. The engine will not develop full power until
it reaches operating temperatures.
2. Rotatecold enginechokestart).control to FULL choke position (for a
Stopping The Engine
If your home
NOTE:in the OFFIf thepositionengineinsteadis alreadyof FULL.warm, place choke control
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry
electrical system
is grounded, but a
three-hole receptacle
is not available, do
not use your snow
thrower’s electric
starter.
off any moisture on the engine.
•
Tofollows:help prevent possible starter freeze-up, proceed as
3.
Push the primer two or three times for cold engine
start, making sure to cover vent hole in the center of
the primer when pushing.
Electric Starter (on certain models)
1. Connect extension cord to the electric starter outlet
on the engine, then to 120 volt AC outlet.
With the engine running, push the starter button and
allow the starter for spin for several seconds. The
noise made by the starter is normal. The engine’s
starter is not being harmed.
NOTE: DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine
after a short shutdown.
2.
4.
5.
Push starter button to start engine.
Once the engine starts, immediately release starter
button.
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