THROTTLE CONTROL
(See Figure 15)
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine.
SAFETY IGNITION KEY
(See Figure 15)
The ignition key must be inserted in the switch before the unit will start. Remove the ignition key when snow thrower is not in use.
FUEL CUTOFF VALVE
The fuel cutoff valve, located under the fuel tank, controls fuel flow from tank.
Closed 
Open
Choke | Primer |
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Ignition | Throttle | Start | |
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Key | |||
Control |
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| Figure 15 |
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SECTION 7: OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING
WARNING: Observe all Warning Labels on the snow thrower prior to use.
Your snow thrower is shipped with oil; however, you must check the oil level before operating. Be careful not to overfill.
The spark plug wire was disconnected for safety. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug before starting.
GAS AND OIL FILL-UP
Check oil level and add oil if necessary. Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank with engine running or while engine is hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.
TO START ENGINE
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug. See Figure 16.
Metal Loop
on Spark 
Plug Wire
Rubber Boot
Figure 16
7.Make certain the fuel cutoff valve is in the OPEN (vertical) position.
8.Make certain the auger and drive clutch levers are in the disengaged (released) position.
9.Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert ignition key into slot. See Figure 17. Be certain it snaps into place. Do not turn key.
ENGINE WILL NOT START
UNLESS IGNITION KEY IS IN-
SERTED INTO IGNITION
SLOT IN CARBURETOR
COVER. DO NOT TURN IGNI-
TION KEY.
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