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TO STOP ENGINE
1.
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to
help dry off any moisture on the engine.
2.
To help prevent possible freeze-up of starter,
proceed as follows.
Connect power cord to switch box on engine, then
to 120 volt AC receptacle. With the engine running,
push starter button and spin the starter for several
seconds. The unusual sound made by spinning the
starter will not harm engine or starter. Disconnect
the power cord from receptacle first, and then from
switch box.
Recoil Starter (Optional Instructions): With
engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid,
continuous full arm stroke three or four times.
Pulling the starter rope will produce a loud clattering
sound, which is not harmful to the engine or starter.
3.
To stop engine, remove the ignition key. Do not
turn key. Disconnect the spark plug wire from
the spark plug to prevent accidental starting
while equipment is unattended.
NOTE:
Do not lose ignition key. Keep it in a safe
place. Engine will not start without the ignition key.
4.
Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor
cover in the area of the control levers. Also,
move control levers back and forth several
times. Leave throttle control lever in the STOP
or OFF position. Leave choke control in the
FULL choke position.
TO ENGAGE DRIVE
1.
With the engine running near top speed, move
shift lever into one of the six FORWARD
positions or two REVERSE positions. Select a
speed appropriate for the snow conditions that
exist. Use the slower speeds until you are
familiar with the operation of the snow thrower.
2.
Squeeze the traction drive clutch grip against
the right handle and the snow thrower will
move. Release it and the drive motion will stop.
NOTE:
NEVER move shift lever without first
releasing the drive clutch.
TO ENGAGE AUGERS
To engage the augers and start the snow throwing
action, squeeze the auger clutch grip against the left
handle. Release to stop the augers (traction drive
clutch grip must also be released).
The auger drive clutch can also be locked so you
can turn the chute crank without interrupting the
snow throwing process. Refer to “Traction Drive/
Auger Clutch Lock” in the Control section.
OPERATING TIPS
NOTE:
Allow the engine to warm up for a few
minutes as the engine will not develop full power
until it reaches operating temperature.
WARNING:
Temperature of muffler
and surrounding areas may exceed
150
o
F. Avoid these areas.
1.
For most efficient snow removal, remove snow
immediately after it falls.
2.
Discharge snow downwind whenever possible.
Slightly overlap each previous swath.
3.
Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the scraper bar
for normal usage. The skid shoes may be
adjusted upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust
downward when using on gravel or crushed
rock.
4.
Be certain to follow the precautions listed under
‘‘To Stop Engine’’ on page 12 to prevent
possible freeze-up.
5.
Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each
use.
SHUT OFF ENGINE
BEFORE UNCLOG-
GING DISCHARGE
CHUTE.
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