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• Crank clockwise to discharge to the left.
• Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.
Clean-Out Tool
WARNING: Never use your hand to
clear a clogged discharged chute. Shut off
engine and remain behind handles until
all moving parts have stopped before
unclogging.
The chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the
auger housing with a mounting clip. The tool is
designed to clear a clogged discharged chute. Refer to
Operating Your Snow Thrower section for more detailed
information regarding the chute clean-out tool. See
Figure 16.
NOTE: This item is fastened with a cable tie to the
rear of the Auger Housing at the factory. Cut the cable
tie before operating the snow thrower.
Safety Ignition Key
The safety ignition key must be fully inserted in the
switch before the unit will start. Remove the ignition key
when the snow thrower is not in use. See Figure 16.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT “turn” the ignition key in an
attempt to start the engine. Doing so may cause it to
break.
Fuel Shut-off Valve (Optional Equipment)
On models so equipped, the fuel shut-off valve, located
under fuel tank, controls fuel-flow from the gas tank.
See Figure 16.
Skid Shoe
The position of the skid shoe is determined by the
condition of the ground from where snow has to be
removed. See Figure 16.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine
when pushed down completely. See Figure 16.
SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER
Before Starting
WARNING: Read, understand, and
follow all instructions and warnings on the
machine and in this manual before
operating.
Gas & Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with
your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.
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.
•A plastic cup is provided inside the fuel fill opening
on the fuel tank. Remove and discard this cup
before filling up the tank. Use the separate fuel tank
cap to close after fill-up.
To Start Engine
• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire
(inside the boot) is fastened securely over the metal
tip on the spark plug.
• Make certain the fuel shut-off valve, if so equipped,
is in the OPEN (vertical) position.
• Make certain the auger and drive clutch levers 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 turn key
.
NOTE:
Engine will not start unless ignition key is
inserted into ignition slot in carburetor cover.
Electric Starter (If Equipped)
• 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.