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OPERATION
Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on
the machine and in this manual before operating.
gas & Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate
engine manual packed with your unit. Read instructions carefully.
WARNING: Use extreme care when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and
the vapors are explosive.
Never
fuel the machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
Starting the engine
WARNING: Always keep hands and feet clear of
moving parts. Do not use a pressurized starting
fluid. Vapors are flammable.
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.
engines with Starter Handle (non-electric start)
IMPORTANT: Do not pull the starter handle with engine running.
Insert ignition key fully into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. DO
1.
NOT turn ignition key.
The engine cannot start unless the key
is inserted into ignition switch.
Move throttle control to FAST (rabbit) position.
2.
Move choke to the CHOKE position (cold engine start). If engine
3.
is warm, place choke in RUN position.
Push primer three (3) times, making sure to cover vent hole when
4.
pushing. If engine is warm, push primer only once. Always cover
vent hole when pushing. Cool weather may require priming to be
repeated.
Pull gently on the starter handle until it begins to resist, then
5.
pull quickly and forcefully to overcome the compression. Do
not release the handle and allow it to snap back. Return rope
SLOWLY to original position. If required, repeat this step.
As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to RUN
6.
position. If the engine falters, restart engine and run with choke
at half-choke position for a short period of time, and then slowly
rotate the choke into RUN position.
engines with electric Starters
WARNING: The optional electric starter is equipped
with a grounded three-wire power cord and plug,
and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC house-
hold 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.
WARNING: DO NOT use electric starter in rain.
Determine that your home’s wiring is a three-wire grounded
1.
system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are unsure. If you have
a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows. If you do
not have the proper house wiring, DO NOT use the electric starter
under any conditions.
Insert ignition key fully into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. DO
2.
NOT turn ignition key.
The engine cannot start unless the key
is inserted into ignition switch.
Plug the extension cord into the electric switch box located on the
3.
engine. Plug the other end of extension cord into a three-prong
120-volt, grounded, AC outlet in a well-ventilated area.
Move throttle control to FAST (rabbit) position.
4.
Move choke to the CHOKE position (cold engine start). If engine
5.
is warm, place choke in RUN position.
Push primer three (3) times, making sure to cover vent hole when
6.
pushing. If engine is warm, push primer only once. Always cover
vent hole when pushing. Cool weather may require priming to be
repeated.
Push starter button to start engine.
7.
Once the engine starts, im-
mediately release starter button. Electric starter is equipped with
thermal overload protection; system will temporarily shut-down to
allow starter to cool if electric starter becomes overloaded.
As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to RUN
8.
position. If the engine falters, restart engine and run with choke
at half-choke position for a short period of time, and then slowly
rotate the choke into RUN position.
After engine is running, disconnect power cord from electric
9.
starter. When disconnecting, always unplug the end at the wall
outlet before unplugging the opposite end from the engine.
WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator
is standing near the snow thrower while starting
engine or operating snow thrower. Never run engine
indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair
and loose clothing away from any moving parts on
engine and snow thrower.
Stopping the engine
WARNING: To avoid unsupervised engine operation,
never leave the engine unattended while running.
Turn the engine off after use and remove ignition key
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any
moisture on the engine.
Move throttle control to STOP position.
1.
Remove the ignition key. Removing the key will reduce the
2.
possibility of unauthorized starting of the engine while equipment
is not in use.
Keep the key in a safe place. The engine cannot
start without the ignition key.
Wipe all snow and moisture from the area around the engine as
3.
well as the area in and around the drive control and auger control.
Also, engage and release both controls several times.
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