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Operating
Your Snow
Thrower
WARNING
Read, understand, and follow all instruc- tions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.
Know Your Snow Thrower
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Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
Now that you have set up your snow thrower for opera- tion, get acquainted with its controls and features. These are described below and illustrated on this page. This knowledge will allow you to use your new equipment to its fullest potential.
NOTE: For detailed starting instructions and more information on all engine controls, refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
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the handle panel and is used to determine |
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ground speed and direction of travel. It can |
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be moved into any of eight positions. |
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Choke Control
The choke control is found on the top of the engine and is activated by rotating the knob counter clockwise. Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on the carbure- tor and aids in starting the engine.
Primer
Depressing the primer forces fuel directly into the engine’s carburetor to aid in
Oil Fill
Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the oil fill.
Safety Key
The safety key must be pushed in place in order for the engine to start. Pull the safety key out to prevent unauthor- ized use of equipment.
Rocker Switch
The rocker switch is used to stop the engine. The switch must be in the “ON” position in order to start the engine.
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