Snapper LE3171R Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual page 6

Section 2 -OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST
Make the following checks and perform the service
required before each start-up.
2.1.1. Check guards, chutes, deflectors and covers to
make sure all are in place and securely tightened.
2.1.2. Check auger control to insure it works freely.
See Figure 2.1.
AUGER
CONTROL
STANDARD FLUID MEASUREMENT (50:1 Ratio)
GASOLINE 2 CYCLE OIL
(Gallons) (Ounces)
0.25 .64
0.50 1.3
0.75 1.9
1.00 2.6
1.25 3.2
1.50 3.8
2.00 5.1
METRIC FLUID MEASUREMENT (50:1 Ratio)
ENGAGE AND
DISENGAGEAUGER
CONTROLTOINSURE
PROPER OPERATION
FIGURE 2.1
2.1.3. Check chute operation. Rotate chute to
insure smooth rotation throughout its range.
WARNING
Use approved fuel container. DO NOT smoke near
open fuel container. DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors or
when engine is running. Allow engine to cool for at
least ten minutes before refilling. Wipe off any
spilled fuel before starting engine. DO NOT run
engine indoors.
GASOLINE 2 CYCLE OIL
(Liters) (Cubic Centimeters)
0.50 10
1.00 20
1.50 30
2.00 40
2.50 50
3.00 60
4.00 80
FIGURE 2.2
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2.1.4. Mix fresh, good quality unleaded gasoline
and SNAPPER 2-cycle engine oil or equivalent. Mix
fuel and oil to a 50:1 ratio. See Figure 2.2.
2.1.5. Add premix fuel to tank after pushing the
machine outside where fumes can safely dissipate.
Make sure cap is tightened after refueling. Refer to
Engine Owners Manual for specifications.
2.1.6. Check auger housing, must be free of all
obstructions. Clean engine of any accumulation of
spilled fuel, dirt, etc.
2.1.7 Make sure the clean-out tool is mounted in
the storage position on the snow thrower.