4
5.
6.
Oncebutton.the engine starts, immediately release starter
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 unplug-
ging 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.
Operating
Your Snow
Thrower
7.
2. Make certain both the auger control and drive control
Recoil Starter
1.
are in the disengaged (released) position.
Rotateengine chokestart). control to FULL choke position (cold
3.
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.
NOTE: If the engine is already warm, place choke control
in the OFF position instead of FULL.
NOTE:insertedTheintoengineignitioncannotswitch.start unless the key is
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.
Electric Starter (on certain models)
WARNING
1. Determine that your home’s wiring is a three-wire
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you
are not certain.
NOTE:a short shutdown.DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after
NOTE: Additional priming may be necessary if the
Read, understand,
and follow all instruc-
tions and warnings
on the machine and
in this manual before
operating.
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 operat-
ing the electric starter.
temperature is below 15° F. (-9° C).
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.
4.
Use extreme care
when handling
5.
If your home’s wiring system is not a three-wire
grounded system, do not use this electric starter under
any conditions.
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.
If your home electrical system is grounded, but a
three-hole receptacle is not available, one should
be installed by a licensed electrician before using the
electric starter.
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:
Stopping The Engine
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry
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.
off any moisture on the engine.
•
•
Move throttle control to STOP position.
Removeunauthorizedthe ignitionuse of equipment.key (Do not turn key) to prevent
2.
Rotate choke control to FULL choke position (for a
NOTE: Keep the key in a safe place. The engine cannot
cold engine start).
start without the ignition key.
NOTE: If the engine is already warm, place choke
•
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.
control in the OFF position instead of FULL.
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.
NOTE: DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine
after a short shutdown.
4.
Push starter button to start engine.
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