Snapper EI55223, EI7243 STARTING, Operation & Stopping Electric Start Models

Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.2STARTING, OPERATION & STOPPING (ELECTRIC START MODELS)

(Go to Page 8 for Recoil Start Models)

WARNING

DO NOT use an electrical extension cord that is damaged. A damaged electrical extension cord could cause a shock or fire. Thoroughly inspect electrical extension cord before using machine. If cord is damaged, do not use and do not operate machine. Replace damaged cord immediately. Contact your Snapper service dealer for assistance. To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use having

acord type: SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW- A, SJTW-A or SJTOW-A.

2.2.7. ENGINE

1.Turn fuel shut off valve to the “ON” position. See Figure 2.3.

2.Insert key into ignition switch. See Figure 2.8.

3.Connect the power cord to the starter switch box on the engine, then plug the other end into 120 volt AC receptacle.

4.Move choke control to the choke, “ON” position. See Figure 2.8.

IMPORTANT: Stop the auger and wheel drive by releasing the auger and wheel drive control levers. Stop the engine by moving the engine speed control to the stop position or removing the key from the switch.

5.Move engine speed control to the “FAST” position. See Figure 2.8.

6.Push primer button three times to start a cold engine. NOTE: Do not use primer button to start warm engine.

7.Push the electric starter button. DO NOT hold button for more than 20 seconds to avoid damaging the starting motor. See Figure 2.8.

8.After engine starts, move the choke control to the no choke “OFF” position. Allow a brief warm-up until engine runs smooth.

9.Disconnect power cord from AC receptacle. Disconnect power cord from machine and remove cord from area where machine will be in operation.

PUSH

STARTER

BUTTON

INSERT POWER

CORD INTO

STARTER BOX

PUSH PRIMER

THREE TIMES

MOVE CHOKE

TO THE “ON”

POSITION

MOVE ENGINE

SPEED

CONTROL TO

THE “FAST”

POSITION

INSERT

KEY

FIGURE 2.8

2.2.8.PROPELLING SNOW THROWER IMPORTANT: This snow thrower has four forward speeds and one reverse speed.

1. Move ground speed control to the desired speed position. See Figure 2.5.

2. Proceed to Section 2.2.9. to engage auger and Section 2.2.10. to engage wheel drive.

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