Starting The Engine - Simplicity 1693646 555M Operator's Manual

STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Turn the fuel valve (B, Figures 8 & 9) to the ON posi-
tion.
2. Insert the Engine Key (F, Figures 8 & 9) into the
Engine Key slot and push fully in to the RUN position.
3. Move the Throttle Lever (E, Figures 8 & 9) fully up to
the FAST position.
4. Fully close the Choke (G, Figures 8 & 9) if engine is
cold. (Do not choke a warm engine.)
5. Push the Primer Button (D, Figures 8 & 9) two times
if engine is cold. (Do not prime a warm engine.)
6. Pull Starter Handle (C, Figures 8 & 9) rapidly, or push
Starter Button if equipped with the electric start. Do
not allow the Starter Handle to snap back—let the
starter rope rewind slowly—while keeping a firm grip
on the Starter Handle.
7. As the engine starts and begins to operate evenly,
open the Choke (G, Figures 8 & 9) slowly and set the
Throttle Lever to SLOW. If the engine falters, turn the
Choke Knob clockwise until the engine runs smooth-
ly, and let it run briefly before returning the choke to
the OPEN position.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up at SLOW throttle for
a few minutes before operating the snowthrower at full
speed. The engine will not develop full power until it
reaches operating temperature.
B
G
Figure 8. Engine Controls - 5HP Models
A. Electric Start Button (Optional)
B. Fuel Valve
C. Starter Handle
D. Primer Button
D
G
Figure 9. Engine Controls - 7HP Models
A. Electric Start Button (Optional)
B. Fuel Valve
C. Starter Handle
D. Primer Button
* Electric start button & fuel valve located on
right side of engine.
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Operation
A
D
F
E
E. Throttle Lever
F. Engine Key
G. Choke Knob
C
E
F
E. Throttle Lever
F. Engine Key
G. Choke Knob
C