Choke Control: Moving the choke control closes the choke plate
on the carburetor and assists in starting engine.
Primer: When pressed, forces fuel directly into engine!s carburetor
to aid in coldweather starting.
Ignition/Safety Key: The ignition key must be fully inserted in order
for the engine to start. The ignition key is safety device and should
be removed when the snow thrower is not in use.
Note: Do not turn the ignition key/safety key in an attempt to start
the engine. Doing so may cause it to break.
Throttle: Regulates engine speed and will shut the engine OFF
when moved into the STOP position.
Recoil Starter: Used to manually start the engine.
Gasoline Cap: Protect fuel from dirt and debris. Remove to add fuel.
Auger: When engaged draws snow into the auger housing and
throws it out the discharge chute.
Auger Control: Used to engage and disengage the drive to the auger.
Chute Assembly: Controls the direction and pitch of the discharged
snow.
Shave Plate: The shave plate maintains contact with the pavement
as the snow thrower is propelled, allowing snow close to the
pavement!s surface to be discharged.
Electric Starter Outlet: The electric starter outlet requires the use
of a three-prong outdoor extension cord and a 120V power source
/ wall outlet.
Electric Starter Button: Pressing the electric starter button
engages the engine!s electric starter when plugged into a 120V
power source.
Operation
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WARNING
Review all safety warnings in this manual and labels
on the machine before initiating operation. Failure to
do so may result in serious injury or death. (see
Safety section).
Important! Allow the engine to warm up for a few
minutes after starting. The engine will not develop full
power until it reaches operating temperature.
Starting the Engine
Determine if your home wiring is a three-wire grounded system. If
you are unsure have a licensed electrician check. Do not use the
electric starter if your house does not have the proper wiring! See
“Recoil Starter” for manual starting instructions. If your house is
properly wired follow the steps in “Electric Starter”.
Electric Starter (Not all models)
1. Insert the ignition key/safety key completely until it snaps
into place.
2. Connect the three-prong outdoor extension cord to Electric
Starter Outlet on engine. Plug the other end of the cord into
a three-hole, grounded 120 volt AC receptacle.
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Figure 12
Ignition key
Oil Fill
Primer
Throttle
Control
Choke
Control
Gasoline
Cap
Oil Drain
Recoil Starter
Electric Starter
Outlet
Electric Starter
Button
Figure 11
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