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Operation
Starting The Engine
1.
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the
metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the
rubber
boot) is fastened
securely over the metal tip on the
spark plug.
2.
Make certain
both the auger control
and drive control are
in the disengaged
(released)
position.
3.
Move throttle
control
up to FAST position.
Insert ignition
key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not attempt
to turn the key.
NOTE:The
engine cannot
start unless the key is inserted
into ignition
switch.
Ele(trk Starter
6_
When disconnecting
the extension
cord, always unplug
the
end at the three-prong
wall outlet
before unplugging
the
opposite
end from the snow thrower.
Re(0il Starter
2_
Determine
that your home's wiring
is a three-wire
grounded
system. Ask a licensed electrician
if you are not certain.
3.
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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
4.
grounded
three-prong
receptacle
at all times to
avoid the possibility
of electric
shock. Follow all
instructions
carefully
prior to operating
the electric
5.
starter.
If you have a grounded
three-prong
receptacle,
proceed
as
follows:
Plug the extension
cord into the outlet
located
on the
engine's surface. Plug the other end of extension
cord
into a three-prong
120-volt, grounded,
AC outlet in a well-
ventilated
area.
2.
Rotate choke control
to FULL choke position
(for a cold
engine start).
NOTE: If the engine is already warm, place choke control
in
the OFF position
instead
of FULL.
3.
Push the primer two or three times for cold engine start,
making
sure to cover vent hole in the center of the primer
when pushing.
NOTE: Do NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a
short shutdown.
4.
Push starter button
to start engine.
NOTE: Do NOT Do NOT hold the button
down for longer
than seven (7) seconds at a time. Doing so may damage
your engine's electric
starter.
4.
Once the engine
starts, release starter button.
5.
As the engine
warms, slowly rotate the choke control to the
OFF position.
If the engine falters, quickly
rotate the choke
control
back to FULL and then slowly into the OFF position
again.
Rotate choke control
to FULL choke position
(cold engine
start).
NOTE: If the engine is already warm, place choke control
in
the OFF position
instead
of FULL.
Push the primer two or three times for cold engine start,
making
sure to cover vent hole in the center of the primer
when pushing.
NOTE: DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a
short shutdown.
NOTE:Additional
priming
may be necessary if the
temperature
is below
15° Fahrenheit.
Grasp the recoil starter handle and slowly pull the rope out.
At the point where it becomes
slightly
harder to pull the
rope, slowly allow the rope to recoil.
Pull the starter handle with a firm, rapid stroke. Do not
release the handle and allow it to snap back. Keep a firm
hold on the starter handle and allow it to slowly recoil.
As the engine
warms, slowly rotate the choke control to the
OFF position.
If the engine falters, quickly
rotate the choke
control
back to the FULL position
and then slowly into the
OFF position
again.
NOTE: Allow the engine
to warm up for a few minutes
after
starting.
The engine
will not develop
full power until it
reaches operating
temperatures.
Stopping TheEngine
Run engine for a few minutes
before stopping
to help dry off any
moisture
on the engine.
1.
Move throttle
control to STOP position.
2.
Remove the ignition
key and store in a safe place.
3.
Wipe all snow and moisture
from the area around the
engine as well as the area in and around the drive control
and auger control.
Also, engage
and release both controls
several times.
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