•As engine warms up and begins to operate evenly, rotate choke knob slowly to OFF position. If engine falters, return to FULL choke, then slowly move to OFF position.
To Stop Engine
•Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine.
•To help prevent possible
Electric Starter (If equipped)
•Connect power cord to switch box on engine, then to 120 volt AC receptacle. With the engine running, push starter button and spin the starter for several seconds. The unusual sound made by spinning the starter will not harm engine or starter. Disconnect the power cord from receptacle first, and then from switch box.
Recoil Starter
•With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four times. Pulling the starter rope will produce a loud clattering sound, which is not harmful to engine or starter.
•To stop engine, move throttle control to “stop” or “off” position.
•Remove the ignition key. Do not turn key. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended.
NOTE: Do not lose ignition key. Keep it in a safe place. Engine will not start without the ignition key.
•Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in the area of the control levers. Also, move control levers back and forth several times.
To Engage Drive
•With the engine running near top speed, move shift lever into one of the five FORWARD positions or two REVERSE positions. Select a speed
appropriate for the snow conditions that exist. Use the slower speeds until you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower.
•Squeeze the auger control grip and the augers will turn. Release it and the augers will stop.
•Squeeze traction control grip and the snow thrower will move. Release it and drive motion will stop.
•NEVER move shift lever without releasing drive clutch
To Engage Augers
•To engage the augers and start throwing snow, squeeze the auger control grip against the left handle. Release to stop the augers.
Tire Chains (If equipped)
•Tire chains should be used whenever extra traction is needed.
Operating Tips
•Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes as the engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.
WARNING: Muffler, engine and surrounding areas become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.
•For most efficient snow removal, remove snow immediately after it falls.
•Discharge snow downwind whenever possible. Slightly overlap each previous swath.
•Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the scraper bar for normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted upward for
•Be certain to follow the precautions listed under ‘‘To Stop Engine’’ to prevent possible
•Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.
SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in operator’s manual.
Chute Assembly
•The distance snow is thrown can be controlled by adjusting the angle of the top section of the chute assembly.
Skid Shoe
•The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. Refer to the Final Assembly and Adjustments section on page 10.
Traction Control
•Drain gasoline and engine oil from the snow thrower. Place plastic film under the gas cap if the
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