FILL GAS
NOTICE: ENGINES WHICH ARE CERTI- FIED TO COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA AND US EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES: Are certified to oper-
ate on regular unleadedgasoline. Include the following emisssion control system(s): EM, TWC (if so equipped). Include any user
adjustable features - therefore no other adustments are needed.
WARNING: Experience indicates that alco- hol blended fuels (called gasohol or those using ethanol or methanol) can attract mois- ture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam- age the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use the carburetor bowl drain to empty re- sidual gasoline from the float chamber. Use fresh fuel next season (See Storage instruc- tions on page 23 for additional information).
For extreme cold operating conditions of 0°F and below, use a partial synthetic 0W30 mo- tor oil for easier starting.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner prod- ucts in the fuel tank or permanent damage
may occur.
Fill the fuel tank with a fresh, clean, un- leaded regular, unleaded premium, or reformulated automotive gasoline only. DO NOT use leaded gasoline. Be sure that the container you pour the gasoline from is clean and free from rust or other foreign particles.
Never use gasoline that may be stale
/_ from long periods of storage in the con- tainer.
CAUTION: Gasoline is flammable and cau-
tion must be used when handling or storing it.
Do not fill fuel tank while snow thrower is
running, when it is hot, or when snow thrower is in an enclosed area.
Keep away from open flame or an electrical
spark and DO NOT SMOKE while filling the fuel tank.
Never fill the tank completely. Fill the tank to within 1/4" - 1/2" from the top to provide space for expansion of fuel.
Always fill fuel tank outdoors and use a fun- nel or spout to prevent spilling.
Make sure to wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
Store gasoline in a clean, approved con-
_)eS_'_ll_4_R_p in place on the con- taiQer.
•_o stop engine, move the throttle control lever to O (STOP) position and remove key. Keep the key in a safe place. The engine will not start without the key. NOTE: DO NOT turn key.
TO START ENGINE (Electric Starter)
Be sure that the engine has sufficient oil. The snow thrower engine is equipped with a 120 volt A.C. electric starter and recoil
starter. Before starting the engine, be cer-
tain that you have read the following infor- mation:
Z_ CAUTION: This starter is equipped with a
and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. It must be properly grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of electrical shock which may be injurious to operator. Follow all instructions carefully as set forth in the "To Start Engine" section,
Determine that your house wiring is a three- wire grounded system. Ask a licensed eLec- trician if you are not sure. If your house wire system is not a
COLD START
•Be sure the auger drive and traction drive levers are in the disengaged (released) position.
•Move the throttle control to '_ (FAST) position. See figure on page 9.
•Remove the keys from the plastic bag. Insert one key into the ignition slot. Be sure it snaps into place. DO NOT TURN KEY. Keep the second key in a safe place.
•Rotate the choke knob to H choke ON position. See figure on page 9.
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