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SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
Figure 1
IMPORTANT:
This unit runs on a mixture of gasoline
and oil. Do NOT operate the snow thrower without first
reading the Tecumseh engines operator’s manual for
instructions regarding proper fuel and engine oil.

Choke Lever

Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on
the carburetor and aids in starting the engine. Refer to
the engine manual packed with the snow thrower for
more detailed instructions regarding the choke.

Primer

Depressing the primer forces fuel
directly into the engine’s carburetor to
aid in cold-weather starting. Refer to
the engine manual packed with the
snow thrower for more detailed
instructions regarding the primer.

Ignition Key

The ignition key must be present,
inserted in the key switch, and in the
“ON” position for the engine to start.

Starter Handle

The starter handle is used to manually start the engine.
Electric Starter Button (If so equipped)
Pressing the electric starter button engages the
engine’s electric starter when plugged into a 120V
power source

Electric Starter Plug (If so equipped)

Requires use of a two-prong outdoor extension cord
(packed with the snow thrower) and a 120V power
source/wall outlet.

Spark Plug Cover

Remove the spark plug cover to access the engine’s
spark plug located beneath it.

Auger

When engaged, the augers rotation draws snow into
the auger housing and throws it out the discharge
chute. The rubber paddles on the augers also aid in
propelling the snow thrower as they come in contact
with the pavement.

Auger Control Handle

Located on the upper handle, the auger control handle
is used to engage and disengage drive to the auger.
Squeeze the control handle against the upper handle to
engage the auger; release it to disengage.

Discharge Chute / Chute Handle

Rotate the discharge chute to the left or right using the
chute handle. The pitch of the discharge chute controls
the angle at which the snow is thrown. Loosen the wing
knob on the side of the discharge chute before pivoting
the discharge chute upward or downward. Retighten
the knob once the desired position has been achieved.

Shave Plate

The shave plate maintains contact with the pavement
as the snow thrower is propelled, allowing the snow
close to the pavement’s surface to be discharged.
Ignition Key
Electric Starter Plug
Choke Lever
Spark Plug Cover
Primer
Upper Handle
Fuel Cap
(If So Equipped)
Electric Starter Button
Auger
Shave Plate
Starter Handle*
Discharge Chute
Auger Control
Handle
Chute Handle
* Styles vary by model
(If So Equipped)

OFF

CHOKE

ON