Wheel Steering Controls
Safety Ignition Key
The left and right wheel steering controls are located on
the underside of the handles and are used to assist in
steering the snow thrower.
The safety ignition key must be fully inserted in the
switch before the unit will start. Remove key when snow
thrower is not in use. Do not attempt to turn the key.
See Figure 10.
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Squeeze the right wheel steering control when
turning right; squeeze the left control when turning
left.
Recoil
Starter
Switch Box
Handle
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Operate the snow thrower in open areas until
becoming familiar with these controls.
Chute Tilt Control
The distance snow is thrown can be changed by
adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Move the
chute tilt control forward to decrease the distance,
toward the rear to increase.
Primer
Choke
Discharge Chute
The angle of the discharge chute controls the distance
that the snow is thrown. Tilt the discharge chute up for
greater distance; tilt down for less distance.
Safety
Ignition
Key
Skid Shoe
The position of the skid shoe is determined by the
condition of the ground from where snow has to be
removed. Refer to page 7 for details.
Throttle
Starter
Control
Power
Cord
Plug
Headlight
Button
The headlight is on whenever the engine is running.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine. Refer to Figure 10.
Figure 10
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER
Before Starting
To Start Engine
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Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert
ignition key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place.
Do not turn key.
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow
all instructions and warnings on the machine
and in this manual before operating.
NOTE: Engine will not start unless the safety ignition
key is inserted into ignition slot in the carburetor cover.
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The spark plug wire was disconnected for safety.
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug before starting.
Make certain the auger and traction control levers
are in the disengaged (released) position.
Check the oil and fuel levels and add if necessary.
Follow related instructions in the separate engine
manual packed with your snow thrower.
Electric Starter
WARNING: The 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.
WARNING:
Use extreme care when
handling 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.
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Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you
are not certain.
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