Simplicity 1695821 Operator's Manual page 16

OPERATION
START THE ENGINE
Be sure that engine oil is at FULL mark on the oil fill cap/dipstick.
The snowthrower engine is equipped with an AC electric starter
and recoil starter. Before starting the engine, be certain that you
have read the following information.
If engine floods, set the choke to the OPEN/RUN position and
crank until the engine starts.
WARNING: The electric starter is equipped with a three-
wire power cord and plug designed to operate on AC
household current. The power cord must be properly
grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock
which can cause injury to the operator. Follow all instructions
carefully as set forth:
Make sure your house has a three-wire grounded system.
If you are not sure, ask a licensed electrician. If your house
does not have a three-wire grounded system, do not use this
electric starter under any condition.
If your house has a three-wire grounded system but a three-
hole receptacle is not available to connect the electric starter,
have a three-hole receptacle installed by a licensed electrician.
WARNING: To connect power cord, always connect the
power cord first to the switch box located on the
engine and then plug the other end into a three-hole
grounded receptacle.
WARNING: To disconnect the power cord, always
unplug the end connected to the three-hole grounded
receptacle first.
Start the engine as follows:
1. Check the oil level. See the Check/Add Oil section in the
Engine Manual.
2. Make sure equipment drive controls are disengaged.
3. Push the ON /OFF switch (A, Figure 8) to the ON position.
Starting Engine
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4. Insert the safety key (A, Figure 9) into the safety key slot and
push fully in to the RUN position.
5. Turn the choke knob (B) fully clockwise if engine is cold.
NOTE: Do not use the choke to start a warm engine.
6. Push the primer button (C) two times.
NOTE: Do not use the primer to start a warm engine.
NOTE: Ensure that electric extension cord is removed from
the power receptacle.
C
B
A
Inserting Safety Key
7. Rewind Start: Firmly hold the starter cord handle (A, Figure
10). Pull the starter cord handle slowly until resistance is felt,
then pull rapidly.
WARNING: Rapid retraction of the starter cord (kickback)
will pull your hand and arm toward the engine faster than
you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or
sprains could result. When starting engine, pull the
starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull
rapidly to avoid kickback.
NOTE: If the engine does not start after three attempts, see the
Troubleshooting section in the Engine Manual
8. Electric Start: First connect the extension cord to the power
cord receptacle and then into a wall receptacle. If additional
extension cord is required, make sure it is three-wire.
WARNING: If the extension cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer (or its service agent) or a
similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
A
Figure 8
Figure 9
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