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Oil Fill
Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the oil fill.
Oil Drain
Engine oil can be drained through the oil drain.
Muffler
Engine exhaust exists the engine via the muffler.
WARNING! Do not touch the muffler while the
engine is hot or running. The muffler is hot and can
cause a severe burn.
Electric Starter Outlet
Requires the use of a three-prong outdoor extension cord and a
120V power source/wall outlet.
NOTE: The electric starter is mounted to the plastic shroud and is
shown in Fig. 4-1 attached to the engine for easier reference.
Electric Starter Button
Pressing the electric starter button engages the engine’s electric
starter when plugged into a 120V power source.
Gas Cap
Un-thread the gas cap to add gasoline to the fuel tank.
Primer
Pressing the primer forces fuel directly into the
engine’s carburetor to aid in cold-weather starting.
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
into the stop position.
Choke Control
The choke control is found on the rear fo
the engine and is activated by rotating the
knob clockwise. Activating the choke control
closes the choke plate on the carburetor and
aids in starting the engine.
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Ignition Key
The safety ignition key must be fully inserted
and snapped in place before the engine will
start. Remove the ignition key to prevent any
unauthorized use of the equipment.
NOTE: Do NOT attempt to turn the key.
Chute Clean-Out Tool
WARNING! Never use your hands to clear a
clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain
behind handles until all moving parts have stopped
before unclogging.
The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of
the auger housing with a mounting clip. Should snow and ice
become lodged in the chute assembly during operation, proceed
as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening:
Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control.1.
Stop the engine by removing the ignition key.2.
Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to 3.
the rear of the auger housing.
Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to 4.
dislodge and scoop any snow and ice which has formed in
and near the chute assembly.
Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the 5.
rear of the auger housing, reinsert the ignition key and
start the snow thrower’s engine.
While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow
thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any
remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly.
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