COLD START
. Be sure auger drive and traction drive levers are in the disengaged (RELEASED) position.
. Move throttle control to"FAST" posi- tion.
3Remove the keys form the plastic bag. Insert one key into ignition slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not turn key. Keep the second key in a safe place.
4.Rotate choke knob clockwise to the choke ON position.
5.Push the primer button while cov- ering the vent hole as follows: Re- move finger from primer button between primes.
Do not prime if temperature above 50 ° F (10 ° C).
Push two time if temperature is 50 ° F (10 ° C) to 15°F
Push four times if temperature is below 15 ° F
6.Pull the starter handle rapidly. Do not allow the handle to snap back, but allow it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle.
7.As the engine warms up, move choke lever to "1/2 choke" position.
When engine runs smoothly, move choke lever to "No Choke" Posi-
tion.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before blowing snow in temperatures below 0°F.
8.Run engine at full throttle "FAST" when throwing snow.
WARM START
If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, leave choke at "OFF" and do not push the primer button. If the en-
gine fails to start, follow the Cold Start instructions.
FROZEN STARTER
If the starter is frozen and will not turn engine:
1.Pull as much rope out of the starter as possible.
2.Release the starter handle and let it
snap back against the starter.
If the engine still fails to start, repeat the
two previous steps until the engine starts. Then continue with the direc-
tions for cold start.
To help prevent possible
1.With the engine running, pull the starter rope hard with a continuous full arm stroke three or four times.
Pulling of starter rope will produce a loud clattering sound. This is not harmful to the engine or starter.
2.With the engine not running, wipe all snow and moisture from the carbu-
retor cover in area of control levers. Also move throttle control, choke control, and starter handle several times.
gine indoors or in enclosed,
_ WARNING: Never run en- poorly ventilated areas. En-
gine exhaust contains CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND DEADLY GAS. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and snow thrower.
The temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150°F. Avoid these areas.
DO NOT allow children or young teenagers to operate or be near snow thrower while it is operating.
