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 for loca- tion.
•Remove the keys from the plastic bag. In- sert 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 clockwise to H choke ON position. See figure on page 9.
•Push the primer button, see figure on page 9, while covering the vent hole as follows: (Remove finger from primer button between primes).
Do not prime if temperature is above 50oR
Two times if temperature is 50°F to 15 ° F.
Four times if temperature is below 15°F.
•Pull the recoil starter handle rapidly. Do not allow the handle to snap back, but al- low it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle.
•As engine starts warms up move choke lever to "1/2 choke" position. When engine runs smoothly, move choke lever to =No
Choke" Position
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for sev- eral minutes before blowing snow in temperatures below 0°F.
•Run the 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 engine fails to start, follow the Cold Start instructions
above.
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 will 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.
/_ CAUTION: Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas.
Engine exhaust contains CARBON MON-
OXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND DEADLY GAS. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on en- gine 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.
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.
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 tracks 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
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