Simplicity 1694382 319M, 1694383 319E instruction sheet Starting the Engine, Stopping the Engine

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Operation

STARTING THE ENGINE

NOTE: The snowthrower engine is designed to operate at cold temperatures. Avoid operating the snowthrower if air temperature is 40° F or warmer. Engine will be diffi- cult to start in warm weather.

WARNING

Electric start precautions:

Use only with a polarized 120V AC outlet. Do not modify the plug to fit into any other type of outlet.

Use only the power cord supplied with the unit. DO NOT use a damaged cord.

Be sure there is no moisture present on the cord ends or receptacles when connecting to an outlet or to the unit.

1.Insert engine key into the switch and turn key (B, Figure 2) to the ON position. Make sure the auger control is in the released OFF position.

2.If engine is cold, move choke control lever (C) to the ON position. Do not choke a warm engine.

3.Push the primer button (A) three times if engine is cold. Do not prime a warm engine.

ELECTRIC START MODELS:

4.Plug the power cord supplied into the starter recepta- cle first, then plug into a 120Volt AC household out- let. DO NOT use an extension cord. Push the starter button (E) to crank engine. Release the start button when the engine starts. DO NOT crank engine for more than a total of 15 seconds without allowing electric starter to cool for 10 minutes. NOTE: Do not push primer button (A) while engine is being cranked.

5.Gradually move choke lever (C) to the OFF position.

6.Disconnect power cord from household recepta- cle FIRST, and then from starter switch on the snowthrower.

MANUAL (RECOIL) START MODELS

4.Pull the recoil starter (D) rope out rapidly to start the engine. Let the rope return slowly to the starter. If the engine does not start after three pulls, push the primer bulb once, and again pull starter rope.

5.Gradually move choke lever (C) to the OFF position.

6.Allow engine to warm up before beginning snowthrower operations. The engine will operate at full throttle when thoroughly warmed up.

A

B

 

E

C

D

Figure 2. Engine Controls

A.Primer

B.Ignition (Key) Switch

C.Choke Control

D.Recoil Starter

E.Electric Starter Switch

STOPPING THE ENGINE

1.Release the Auger Control.

2.Turn Engine Key (B, Figure 2) to the OFF position.

3.Remove the key from the switch if you are leaving the operating position or will be making adjustments or repairs. (NOTE: Allow the unit to cool before storing or making any adjustments or repairs.)

If you will be storing the unit for the season, see the STORAGE section for instructions on properly preparing the unit for long-term storage.

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