NOTE: A warm engine requires less choking than a cold engine.

5.Set throttle to proper starting position.

6.Insert key into ignition switch.

12V - Turn key to RUN position.

120V or 240V - Push key into RUN position. DO NOT twist key after it is inserted.

7.Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until it pulls harder. Let rope rewind slowly.

8.Pull rope with a rapid continuous full arm stroke. Let rope rewind slowly.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT let Starter Handle snap against Starter.

9.Repeat steps 7 and 8 until engine starts. (If engine does not start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING on page 30.)

10.Adjust choke as needed.

11.Set throttle to Part Throttle or Slow position for adaptation to outside temperature or travel. Set throttle to Fast position for normal operation.

Electric Start (120V or 240V)

1. Connect extension cord to starter.

IMPORTANT: Prevent damage to unit. Know voltage of your starter and only use matching outlets.

2.Plug extension into 120V or 240V 3-wire, grounded outlet.

3.Turn discharge chute straight ahead.

4.Make sure that the traction clutch and attachment drive clutch levers are fully disengaged.

5.Push Primer Bulb 2 or 3 times for cold engine.

NOTE: When temperature is below -15° F (-26° C) additional priming may be needed.

6.Insert key into ignition switch on engine and push into "Run" position. DO NOT twist key after it is inserted.

7.If engine is cold, apply choke. A warm engine requires less choking than a cold engine. See Engine Manual for detailed instructions.

8.Set throttle to proper starting position.

9.Press starter button on engine until engine starts.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter more than 15 seconds per minute, as overheating and damage can occur. (If engine does not start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING on page 30.)

10.Adjust choke as needed.

11.Disconnect power cord from outlet, then starter.

12.Set throttle to Part Throttle or Slow position for adaptation to outside temperature or travel. Set throttle to Fast position for normal operation.

Electric Start (12V)

1.Turn discharge chute straight ahead.

2.Make sure that the traction clutch and attachment drive clutch levers are fully disengaged.

3.Push Primer Bulb 2 or 3 times for cold engine.

NOTE: When temperature is below -15° F (-26° C) additional priming may be needed.

4.If engine is cold, apply choke. See Engine Manual for detailed instructions.

NOTE: A warm engine requires less choking than a cold engine.

5.Set throttle to proper starting position.

6.Turn ignition key to the START position until engine starts and release into the RUN position.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter more than 15 seconds per minute, as overheating and damage can occur. (If engine does not start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING on page 30.)

7.Adjust choke as needed.

8.Set throttle to Part Throttle or Slow position for travel or adaptation to outside temperature. Once achieved, set throttle to Fast position for normal operation.

Shut Off

1.Release Traction Drive Clutch Lever and allow unit to come to a complete stop.

2.Run Impeller a few minutes after use to prevent freeze-up of Impeller.

3.Release Attachment Clutch Lever and wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop.

4.Move Throttle to the “Stop” position.

5.Remove key.

SNOW REMOVAL

IMPORTANT: Allow unit and engine to adjust to the outdoor temperature before clearing snow.

NOTE: Attachment clutch should be engaged before wheel drive clutch when throwing snow.

1.Select Speed Control position and direction.

2.Engage Attachment Clutch - Right Hand Lever.

3.Engage Traction Drive Clutch - Left Hand Lever.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT overload unit capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate. Use slow speed to clear deep or hard packed snow.

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