12-16-13 Revision
1-STAGE SNOW THROWER
13
GB
Test the snow thrower to see if there is a
noticeable difference. If after the adjustment
to the control cable the auger still hesitates
when rotating, replace the auger belt.
Slide up the spring cover and unhook the
spring from the adjuster link.
Move the Z-bend to a higher or lower hole
on the adjuster link as needed to obtain
proper auger clutch adjustment.
Hook the spring to the adjuster link and
slide the spring cover over the adjuster
link.
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2.
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You can pull up the adjuster link and
cable to make unhooking the spring
easier.
Z-bend
Spring Hook
Spring Cover
Adjuster link
OPERATION
Starting and Stopping the Engine
The engine is equipped with both electric
starter and a recoil starter. The electric starter
is equipped with a three-wire power cord and
plug and is designed to operate at the voltage
shown in the label.
Cold Start – Electric Starter
(if so equipped)
Before starting the engine, check
engine oil level and ensure the
engine is served as described in
the
Engine Manual
with the snow
thrower.
Do not use the electric starter if
your household voltage different
from the one shown on the electric
starter.
Insert safety ignition key into ignition slot
until it clicks. Do not turn the key.
Move choke control to FULL position.
Push the primer 2 or 3 times. When temperature
is below -25
o
C (15
o
F), additional priming may
be needed. When temperature is above 10
o
C
(50
o
F), priming is not necessary.
Connect the extension cord to the engine.
Plug the other end of the extension cord
into a three-wire grounded receptacle.
Push starter button until engine starts.
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3.
Over priming may cause flooding,
preventing the engine from starting.
If you do flood the engine, wait a
few minutes before attempting to
start and do not push the primer.
To prevent damaging the electric
starter, do not run it more than
5 continuous seconds each time
you try to start. Wait 10 seconds
between each attempt.
