Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the rear of the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine when moved into the STOP position.
Primer Bulb
Pressing the primer bulb forces fuel directly into the engine’s carburetor to aid in starting a “Cold” engine. NOTE: Do not use the primer bulb to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown.
Oil Fill
Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the oil fill.
Skid Shoes
Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions. Adjust upward for
Electric Starter Outlet
Requires the use of a
Recoil Starter Handle
This handle is used to manually start the engine.
Electric Starter Switch
Pressing the button on the top of the electric starter switch engages the engine’s electric starter when plugged into a 120V power source.
Augers
When engaged, the augers rotate and draw snow into the auger housing.
Chute Assembly
Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out the chute assembly.
Gas Cap
Unthread the gas cap to add gasoline to the fuel tank.
Auger Control
The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the augers and start snow throwing action. Release to stop.
Drive Control / Auger Clutch Lock
The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the wheel drive. Release the handle to stop.
The drive control also locks the auger control so that you can operate the chute directional control without interrupting the snow throwing process. If the auger control is engaged simultaneously with the drive control, the operator can release the auger control (on the left handle) and the augers will remain engaged. Release both controls to stop the augers and wheel drive.
Note: Always release the drive control before changing speeds. Failure to do so will result in increased wear on your machine’s drive system.
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