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7.
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 with your unit. Read
instructions carefully.
Recoil Starter
1.
Rotate choke control to FULL choke position (cold
Starting The Engine
engine start).
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.
NOTE:in the OFFIf thepositionengineinsteadis alreadyof FULL.warm, place choke control
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.
2.
3.
Make certain both the auger control and drive control
are in the disengaged (released) position.
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.
WARNING
NOTE: DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine
after a short shutdown.
Read, understand,
and follow all instruc-
tions and warnings
on the machine and
in this manual before
operating.
NOTE:insertedTheintoengineignitioncannotswitch.start unless the key is
NOTE: Additional priming may be necessary if the
temperature is below 15° Fahrenheit.
3.
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.
Electric Starter
1.
Determine that your home’s wiring is a three-wire
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are
not certain.
4.
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.
Use extreme care
when handling
5.
gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable
and the vapors are
explosive.Never fuel
the machine indoors
or while the engine
is hot or running.
Extinguish ciga-
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.
If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed
as follows:
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.
Stopping The Engine
rettes, cigars, pipes
and other sources of
ignition.
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry
off any moisture on the engine.
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Tofollows:help prevent possible starter freeze-up, proceed as
2. Rotatecold enginechokestart).control to FULL choke position (for a
If your home’s wiring
NOTE:in the OFFIf thepositionengineinsteadis alreadyof FULL.warm, place choke control Electric Starter
(If Equipped)
system is not a
1.
2.
Connect extension cord to the electric starter outlet
three-wire grounded
system, do not use
this electric starter
under any condi-
tions.
on the engine, then to 120 volt AC outlet.
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.
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.
3.
When disconnecting the extension cord, always
unplug the end at the three-prong wall outlet before
unplugging the opposite end from the snow thrower.
4. Move throttle control to STOP position.
5. Removeunauthorizedthe ignitionuse of equipment.key (Do not turn key) to prevent
If your home
4.
5.
Push starter button to start engine.
electrical system
is grounded,
Once the engine starts, immediately release starter
button.
but a three-hole
receptacle is not
available, do not use
your snow thrower’s
electric starter.
6.
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.
6. Wipe all snow and moisture from the area around the
engine as well as the area in and around the drive
control and auger control. Also, engage and release
both controls several times.
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