Snapper LE3170R, LE3190R, LE3190E STARTING, Stopping & Operation Recoil Start Models

Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.2STARTING, STOPPING & OPERATION (RECOIL START MODELS)

(Go to Page 8 for Electric Start Models) 2.2.1. ENGINE & AUGER

1.Move choke control to the choke “ON” position. See Figure 2.4.

NOTE: Stop the auger by releasing the auger control. Stop the engine by turning the key switch to the “OFF” position.

(SHOWN IN “OFF POSITION)

TURN KEY TO THE “ON”

PUSH PRIMERPOSITION THREE TIMES

WARNING

Release auger clutch control and make sure auger/impeller has STOPPED before rotating discharge chute or adjusting deflector. DO NOT place hands near auger/impeller while engine is running.

2.2.3.DISCHARGE CHUTE and DEFLECTOR ADJUSTMENT

1.Release auger control and allow auger to come to a complete stop before performing any adjustments.

2.Loosen deflector knob and position deflector to desired angle. Retighten knob.

3.Rotate discharge chute in desired direction. See Figure 2.6.

MOVE AUGER

CONTROL AGAINST

HANDLE TO ENGAGE

AUGER

PULL ROPE

START HANDLE

(SHOWN IN “OFF POSITION) MOVE CHOKE TO THE “ON” POSITION

RELEASE AUGER

CONTROL BEFORE ADJUSTING DEFLECTOR & CHUTE

FIGURE 2.4

2.Turn ignition key to the “ON” position.

3.Push primer button three times to start a cold engine. NOTE: Do not use primer button to start warm engine.

4.Pull rope start handle to crank engine.

5.After engine starts, move the choke control to the no choke “OFF” position. Allow a brief warm-up until engine runs smooth.

WARNING

Objects can be thrown by the snow thrower while it is in operation. Thrown objects could cause serious injury to the operator or bystanders. Always wear safety goggles or other suitable eye protection. Keep people and pets away from area.

2.2.2. ENGAGING AUGER

1.Pull auger control against handle to engage auger. See Figure 2.5.

FIGURE 2.5

DEFLECTOR

CHUTE

LOOSEN DEFLECTOR

KNOB & MOVE TO

DESIRED POSITION

ROTATE CHUTE TO

CHANGE

DIRECTION OF

DISCHARGE

FIGURE 2.6

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