Manual
SafetyIgnitionKey
The safety ignition key must be fully inserted in the
switch before the unit will start. Remove the ignition key
when the snow thrower is not in use. See Figure 15.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT attempt to turn the key.
FuelShut-offValve
The fuel shut-offvalve, located under the fuel tank,
controlsfuel flow from the tank. Always make certain it
is inthe Open (vertical) positionbefore attempting to
start the engine. See Figure 15.
SECTION5: OPERATINGYOURSNOWTHROWER
BeforeStarting
,_ WARNING: Read, understand, andfollow all instructions and warnings on the
machine and in this manual before AL
operating.
Gas& OilFill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with
your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.
WARNING: 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.
A plastic cup is provided inside the fuel fill opening
on the fuel tank. Remove and discard this cup
before filling up the tank. Use the separate fuel tank
cap to close after fill-up.
ToStartEngine
Attach spark plugwire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire
(inside the boot) is fastened securely over the metal
tip on the spark plug.
Make certain the fuel cut-off valve, if your snow
thrower is so equipped, is in OPEN position.
See Figure 15.
Make certain the auger and drive clutch levers are
in the disengaged (released) position.
Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert
ignition key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place.
Do not turn key.
NOTE: Engine will not start unless ignition key is
inserted into ignition slot in carburetor cover.
ElectricStarter(If equipped)
Determine that your house widng is a three-wire
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you
are not certain.
If your house wiring system is not a three-wire
grounded system, do not use this electric starter
under any conditions.
WARNING: The optional electric starter
is equipped with a grounded three-wire
power cord and plug, and is designed to
operate on 120 volt AC household current.
It must be used with a properly grounded
three-prong receptacle at all times to avoid
the possibility of electric shock. Follow all
instructions carefully prior to operating
the electric starter.
If your home electrical system isgrounded, but a
three-hole receptacle is not available, one should
be installed by a licensed electrician before using
the electdc starter.
If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle,
proceed as follows.
Rotate choke knob to OFF position and do not
prime engine.
Connect power cord to switch box on engine. Plug
the other end of power cord into a three-prong 120-
volt, grounded, AC receptacle.
Push starter button to crank engine. As you crank
the engine, move choke knob to FULL choke
position.
When engine starts, release starter button and
move choke gradually to OFF. If engine falters,
move choke immediately to FULL and then
gradually to OFF.
When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug
from the three-prong receptacle first and then from
the snow thrower.
RecoilStarter
Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold
engine start). If engine is warm, place choke in OFF
position instead of FULL.
Push primer button two or three times for cold
engine start. If engine is warm, push primer button
only once.
NOTE: Always cover vent hole in primer button when
pushing. Additional priming may be necessary for first
start if temperature is below 15 degrees Fahrenheit.
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