FROZEN RECOIL STARTER
If the starter is frozen and will not turn engine:
•Pull as much rope out of the starter as possible.
•Release the starter handle and let it snap back against the starter.
If the starter still fails to turn engine, repeat the two previous steps until the starter en-
gages. Then continue with the directions for cold start.
To help prevent possible
•With the engine running, pull the starter rope hard with a continuous full arm stroke three or four times. Pulling of starter rope win produce a loud clattering sound, This is not harmful to the engine or starter.
•With the engine not running, wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in area of control levers. Also move throttle control, choke control, and starter handle several times.
A_ CAUTION: Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas.
Engine 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.
WARNING: 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.
Z_ CAUTION: Do no attempt to remove any item that may become lodged in
auger without taking the following precau- tions:
•Release auger drive and traction drive levers.
•Move throttle lever to stop position.
•Remove (DO NOT TURN) ignition key.
•Disconnect spark plug wire.
•Do not place your hands in the auger or discharge chute, Use a pry bar.
SNOW THROWING TIPS
•For maximum snow thrower efficiency in
removing snow, adjust ground speed, NEVER the throttle. Go slower in deep, freezing, or wet snow. If the wheels slip, reduce forward speed. The engine is de-
signed to deliver maximum performance at full throttle and should be run at this
power setting at all times. Most efficient snow blowing is accomplished when the snow is removed immediately after it falls,
•For complete snow removal, slightly over- lap each path previously taken, Use more
overlap in deep snow to prevent overload- ing,
•The snow should be discharged down wind whenever possible. In windy condi- tions, lower the chute deflector to direct discharged snow close to the ground, where it is less likely to blow into un- wanted areas.
•For normal usage, set the skids so that the scraper bar is 1/8" above the skids. For extremely
•On gravel or crushed rock surfaces, set the skids at
•After the snow throwing job has been completed, allow the engine to idle for a few minutes, which will melt snow and ac- cumulated ice off the engine.
•Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.
•Remove ice and snow accumulation and all debris from the entire snow thrower, and flush with water (if possible) to re- move all salt or other chemicals. Wipe snow thrower dry.
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