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Recoil Starter
CAUTION! Do not pull the starter handle while the
engine running.
WARNING: To avoid unsupervised engine
operation, never leave the engine unattended while
running. Turn the engine off after use and remove
ignition key
Insert the ignition key fully into the slot, Fig. 5-1. Make 1.
sure it snaps into place. DO NOT turn the ignition key. The
engine cannot start unless the key is inserted into the
ignition switch.
Move the throttle control to the FAST (rabbit) position.2.
Move the choke to the ON position (cold engine start). If 3.
the engine is warm, place the choke in the OFF position.
Push the primer three to five (3-5) times, making sure to 4.
cover the vent hole when pushing. If the engine is warm,
push the primer only once. Always cover the vent hole
when pushing. Cool weather may require priming to be
repeated.
Pull gently on the starter handle until it begins to 5.
resist, then pull quickly and forcefully to overcome the
compression. Do not release the handle and allow it to
snap back. Return the rope SLOWLY to the original position.
If required, repeat this step.
As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to the 6.
OFF position. If the engine falters, restart the engine and
run with the choke at half-choke position for a short period
of time, and then slowly rotate the choke into OFF position.
Stopping the Engine
WARNING! To avoid unsupervised engine
operation, never leave the machine unattended
with the engine running. Turn the engine off after
use and remove ignition key
Run the engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off
any moisture on the engine.
Move the throttle control to the STOP position.1.
Remove the ignition key. Removing the key will reduce the 2.
possibility of unauthorized starting of the engine while the
equipment is not in use. Keep the key in a safe place. The
engine cannot start without the ignition key.
Wipe any moisture away from the controls on the engine.3.
To Engage Augers
To engage the augers and start throwing snow, squeeze 1.
the auger control against the handle. Release to stop the
augers.
Engaging the Drive
Lift up slightly on the handle to allow the rubber paddles on the
auger to contact the pavement and propel the snow thrower
forward. Pushing downward on the handle will raise the augers
off the ground and stop the forward motion.
NOTE: Excessive upward pressure on the handle will result
in premature wear on the rubber auger blades which are
not be covered by the warranty.
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