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Read, understand, and follow all instruc- tions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.
Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
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Now that you have set up your snow thrower for | Choke Control | |
operation, get acquainted with its controls and fea- | ||
tures. These are described below and illustrated | in | |
Figure 1. This knowledge will allow you to use your new equipment to its fullest potential.
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.
NOTE: Snow throwers vary by model with regard to features and components. Your snow thrower may NOT resemble, in detail, snow throwers illustrated in figures throughout this manual.
NOTE: For detailed starting instructions and more information on all engine controls, refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located in the right side of the handle panel and is used to determine gorund speed and direction of travel.
Forward
There are six forward (F) speeds. Position one (1) is the slowest and position six (6) is the fastest.
Reverse
There are two reverse (R) speeds. One (1) is the slower and two (2) is the faster.
The choke control is found on the rear of the engine and is activated by rotating the knob clockwise. Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine when pushed down completely.
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.
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