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For ease of maneuverability in light snow conditions, disconnect the klick pin from the wheel locked position and push into the single wheel drive position (unlocked axle hole only). See Figure 12.
Klick Pin
Unlocked | Single Wheel |
Position | Drive |
| Figure 12 |
NOTE: Make sure that the klick pin is in the single wheel drive position of the axle only and not through the locked position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
1.Before you service or start the en- gine, familiarize yourself with the snow thrower. Be sure you under- stand the function and location of all controls.
2.Check the tension of clutch cable before starting the engine. See To Adjust The Control Cable para-
graph in the Service & Adjust- ments section of this manual.
3.Be sure that all fasteners are tight.
4.Make sure the height adjust skids are properly adjusted. See To Ad- just Skid Height paragraph in the Service & Adjustments section of this manual.
5.Check tire pressure
pounds). Do not exceed maximum amount of pressure.
CHECK THE OIL:
NOTE: The engine was shipped from the factory filled with oil. Check the lev- el of the oil. Add oil as needed.
To Add Oil
1. Make sure the unit is level.
NOTE: Do not check the level of the oil while the engine runs.
2.Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe with a clean cloth.
3.Insert the oil fill cap/dipstick and turn clockwise to tighten.
4.Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and check the oil.
5.If necessary, add oil until the oil reaches the FULL mark on the oil fill
cap/dipstick (see Figure 13). Do not add too much oil.
31!Fill Cap/Dipstick
%
NOTE: Oil level must be at the Full mark
Figure 13
6.Tighten the fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.
NOTE; Synthetic oil can assist with starting in extreme cold temperatures. Synthetic 5W30 is acceptable for all temperatures. DO NOT mix oil with gasoline.
FILL GAS:
This engine is certified to operate on gasoline. Exhaust Emission Control System: EM (Engine Modifications).
fuels (called gasohol or
_ARNING: Alcohol blended those using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel sys- tem of an engine while in storage.
NOTE: To avoid engine problems, the fuel system must 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 fresh fuel next season. See the Storage section in this manual for additional in- formation.
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