CHUTE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL
The chute directional control is located on left hand side of the snow thrower. See Figure 14.
To change the direction in which snow is thrown, turn chute directional control as follows:
1.Crank clockwise to discharge to the left.
2.Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.
THROTTLE CONTROL
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regu- lates the speed of the engine. See Figure 16.
SAFETY IGNITION SWITCH
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.
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
1. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make cer- |
tain the metal loop on end of the spark plug wire |
(inside the boot) is fastened securely over the |
metal tip on the spark plug. See Figure 17. |
FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE
The fuel
Closed 
Open 
Figure 15
Metal Loop
on Spark
Plug Wire
Rubber Boot
Figure 17
Choke |
| Primer |
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| Rope Starter |
Ignition | Throttle | Handle |
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Key | Control |
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Figure 16
BEFORE STARTING
WARNING: Observe all Warning Labels on the snow thrower prior to use. See Figure 2
Your snow thrower is shipped with oil; however, you must check the oil level before operating. Be careful not to overfill.
2.Make certain the fuel cutoff valve is in the OPEN (vertical) position.
3.Make certain the auger and traction controls are in the disengaged (released) position.
4.Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert ignition key into slot. Be certain it snaps into place. Do not turn key. See Figure 18.
Note: Engine will not start unless ignition key is inserted into ignition slot in carburetor cover. Do not turn ignition key.
Recoil Starter:
5.Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold engine start).
6.If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position instead of FULL.
7.Push primer button three or four times for cold engine start.
8.If engine is warm, push primer button once only.
NOTE: Always cover vent hole in primer button when pushing. Additional priming may be necessary for first start if temperature is below 15 degrees Fahr- enheit.
9.Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly, until it pulls slightly harder. Let rope rewind slowly.
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