12-16-13 Revision
1-STAGE SNOW THROWER
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7. When the engine starts, release the starter
button and slowly move the choke control
to the OFF position.
8. Disconnect the extension cord from the
receptacle first, then from the engine.
Insert safety ignition key into ignition slot
until it clicks. Do not turn the key.
2. Rotate choke control to FULL position.
3. P u s h t h e p r i me r 2 o r 3 t i me s . W h en
t e m p e r a t u r e i s b e l o w - 2 5
o
C ( 1 5
o
F ) ,
additional priming may be needed. When
temperature is above 10
o
C (50
o
F), priming
is not necessary.
Grasp recoil starter handle and pull rope
out slowly until it pulls harder. Let rope
rewind slowly.
Pull rope with a rapid continuous full arm
stroke. Do not allow starter rope to snap
back.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 until engine starts.
When the engine starts, release the recoil
starter handle and slowly move the choke
control to the OFF position.
Follow the steps above, keeping the choke
control in the OFF position and do not use
primer.
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5.
6.
7.
4.
Cold Start – Recoil Starter
It is easier and more efficient to remove snow
immediately after it falls.
The best time to remove snow is the early
morning. At this time the snow is usually dry
and has not been exposed to the direct sun
and warming temperatures.
Slightly overlap each successive path to
ensure all snow will be removed.
For large areas, start in the middle and throw
snow to each side, so snow is not cleared
more than once.
For extremely heavy snow, reduce the width
of snow removal by overlapping previous path
and moving slowly.
Throw snow downwind whenever possible.
On gravel or crushed rock surfaces, push
down slightly on the handle to avoid ingesting
rocks. Do not allow rocks and gravel to be
picked up and thrown from snow thrower.
Keep engine clean and clear of snow during
use. This will help air flow and extend engine
life.
After snow-throwing is completed, let the
engine run for a few minutes to help dry
off the moisture on the engine and prevent
moving parts from freezing. Engage the auger
to clear any remaining snow from inside
the housing. Rotate the discharge chute to
prevent it from freezing. Stop the engine, wait
for all moving parts to stop, and remove all
ice and snow from the snow thrower. With
the engine off, pull the recoil starter handle
several times to prevent the recoil starter from
freezing up.
Warm Start
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.
Allow the engine to warm up for a
few minutes, engine will not develop
full power until it has reached normal
operating temperature.
I n s n o w y a n d c o l d c o n d i t i o n s ,
some controls and moving parts
may freeze. Do not use excessive
force when trying to operate frozen
c o n t r o l s . I f y o u h a v e d i f f i c u l t y
operating any control or part, start
the engine and let is run for a few
minutes.
Unclogging Discharge Chute
Never use your hands to clear a
clogged discharge chute. Shut off
engine and remain behind handle
until all moving parts have stopped
before unclogging.
