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Starting The Engine
Make certain both the auger control and drive control are
in the disengaged (released) position.
Insert ignition key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. 2.
Do not attempt to turn the key.
NOTE: The engine cannot start unless the key is inserted
into ignition switch.
Electric Starter
Determine that your home’s wiring is a three-wire grounded
system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are not certain.
The optional electric starter is
equipped with a grounded three-wire power cord
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.
If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as
follows:
ventilated area.
Rotate choke control to FULL choke position (for a cold 2.
engine start).
NOTE: If the engine is already warm, place choke control in
3.
making sure to cover vent hole in the center of the primer
when pushing.
NOTE:
short shutdown.
NOTE:
than seven (7) seconds at a time. Doing so may damage
your engine’s electric starter.
As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to the 5.
again.
When disconnecting the extension cord, always unplug the
end at the three-prong wall outlet before unplugging the
opposite end from the snow thrower.
Recoil Starter
Rotate choke control to FULL choke position (cold engine
start).
NOTE: If the engine is already warm, place choke control in
2.
sure to cover vent hole in the center of the primer when
pushing.
NOTE:
short shutdown.
NOTE: Additional priming may be necessary if the
Grasp the recoil starter handle and slowly pull the rope out. 3.
At the point where it becomes slightly harder to pull the
rope, slowly allow the rope to recoil.
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 5.
control back to the FULL position and then slowly into the
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.
Stopping The Engine
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any
moisture on the engine.
Remove the ignition key and store in a safe place.2.
Wipe all snow and moisture from the area around the 3.
engine as well as the area in and around the drive control
and auger control. Also, engage and release both controls
several times.
Operation
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