Fuel Shut-off Valve
Closed
The fuel shut-off valve, located
under fuel tank, controls fuel flow
from the tank. Always make certain
it is in the Open (vertical) position
before attempting to start the engine.
Primer
Open
Choke
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine.
Rope
Starter
Handle
Safety Ignition Key
The safety ignition key must be fully inserted in the
switch before the unit will start. Remove the ignition key
when snow thrower is not in use.
Ignition Key
Throttle
Control
Figure 7
IMPORTANT: Do NOT attempt to turn the key.
SECTION5: OPERATINGYOURSNOWTHROWER
Gas And Oil Fill-up
•
When connecting the power cord, always connect
cord to starter on engine first, then plug the other
end into a three-hole grounded receptacle.
When disconnecting the cord, always unplug the
end from the three-hole grounded receptacle first.
IMPORTANT: Although your snow thrower comes
shipped with oil already in the engine, you MUST check
the engine oil level as instructed in the separate engine
manual packed with your unit BEFORE starting the
engine for the first time. Read instructions carefully
•
To Start Engine
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with
your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.
IMPORTANT: If unit shows any sign of motion (traction
or augers) with the controls disengaged, shut engine off
immediately. Readjust as instructed under the heading
Final Adjustments in Section 3 of this manual.
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors,
with engine running or while engine is
hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.
•
•
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug.
Make certain the fuel shut-off valve is in the open
(vertical) position.
Electric Starter
•
•
•
•
•
Make certain that both the auger control and the
traction control are in the disengaged (released)
position.
Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert
ignition key into slot. See Figure 7. Be certain it
snaps into place. Do not turn the key.
Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold
engine start). If engine is warm, place choke in OFF
position instead of FULL.
Electric Start Only: Connect power cord to switch
box on engine. Plug the other end of power cord
into a three-hole, grounded 120 volt AC receptacle.
Recoil Start Only: Push primer button two or three
times when using recoil starter. If engine is warm,
push primer button once only. See Figure 7.
WARNING:
The
electric
starter
is
equipped with a three-wire power cord
and plug, and is designed to operate on
volt AC household current. It must be properly
120
grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of
electric shock which may be injurious to the
operator.
Follow
all
instructions
carefully.
Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you
are not certain. If your house wiring system is not a
three-wire grounded system, do not use this
electric starter under any conditions. If your system
is grounded and a three-hole receptacle is not
available at the point your starter will normally be
used, one should be installed by a licensed
electrician.
NOTE: Always cover vent hole in primer button when
pushing. Additional priming may be necessary for first
start if temperature is below 15oF.
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