Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.1PRE-START CHECK LIST (Continued from Previous Page)

Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up.

WARNING

DO NOT use an electrical extension cord that is damaged. A damaged electrical extension cord could cause a shock or fire. Thoroughly inspect electrical extension cord before using machine. If cord is damaged, do not use and do not operate machine. Replace damaged cord immediately. Contact your SNAPPER service dealer for assistance. To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use having a cord type: SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJTW-A or SJTOW-A.

2.1.7.Check and make sure extension cord is in good condition. Extension cord should not have any broken insulation or exposed wires. Use an extension cord that is heavy enough to carry the correct amount of current to the machine. See Figure 2.3 for correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge cord.

MINIMUM GAUGE FOR CORD SETS

120 Volt

Total Length of Cord in Feet

Rating - Amps

25 ft.

50 ft.

100 ft.

150 ft.

More

Not More

 

A.W.G.

 

Than

Than

 

 

 

 

 

 

0

6

18

16

16

14

6

10

18

16

14

12

10

12

16

16

14

12

12

16

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12

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Recommended

FIGURE 2.3

2.1.8.Check the AC electrical outlet that will be used and make sure it is a polarized outlet. The machine has a polarized plug (one blade of plug is wider than the other blade) that will accept a polarized extension cord. The extension cord will fit into a polarized outlet (receptacle) only one way. If plug does not fit fully into your outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a proper polarized outlet. DO NOT modify or change this polarized plug in any way.

IMPORTANT! Electric Start Kit optional accessory on some models.

DANGER

DO NOT clean out discharge chute with hands. Contact with moving parts inside chute will cause serious injury. Use clean out tool provided with machine.

2.1.9Check to make sure that the clean-out tool is attached to the handle on the machine. Do not operate the machine without the clean-out tool properly stored on the handle.

CLEARING A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE

Hand contact with the rotating auger/impeller inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow throwers. DO NOT use your hand to clean out the discharge chute. To clear the chute:

1.STOP the engine. Remove the key.

2.Wait 10 seconds to be sure the auger/impeller blades have stopped rotating.

3.Always use the clean-out tool. DO NOT use your hands.

CLEAN-OUT

TOOL

FIGURE 2.4

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Snapper LE3171R, LE3191R, LE3191E Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets, Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute
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LE3171R, LE3191R, LE3191E specifications

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