Craftsman PRO Series Operator's Manual page 15

• Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite.
If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the engine.
• Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor.
1. Clean around fuel fill area before removing gas cap to add fuel to the engine.
See Figure 17 inset.
2. Be careful not to overfill. Fill tank until fuel reaches the fuel level indicator to
allow space for fuel expansion.
Starting The Engine
Always keep hands and feet clear of moving parts. Do not use a pressurized
starting fluid. Vapors are flammable.
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.
1. Make certain both the auger control and drive control are in the disengaged
(released) position.
2. Insert key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not attempt to turn the key.
NOTE: The engine cannot start without the key fully inserted into the
ignition switch.
Electric Starter
The electric starter is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household
current. It must be used with a properly grounded extension cord and
three-prong receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility of electric
shock. Follow all instructions carefully prior to operating the electric
starter. DO NOT use electric starter in the rain.
Determine that your home's wiring is a three-wire grounded system. Ask a licensed
electrician if you are not certain.
If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows. If you do not
have the proper house wiring, DO NOT use the electric starter under any conditions.
1. Plug an 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.
The extension cord can be any length, but
volts, grounded and rated for outdoor use.
2. Move throttle control to FAST (rabbit)
3. Move choke to the CHOKE
warm, place choke in RUN position.
4. Push primer three (3) times, making sure to cover vent hole in primer bulb
when pushing. If engine is warm, push primer only once. Always cover vent
hole when pushing. Cool weather may require priming to be repeated.
5. Push starter button to start engine. Once the engine starts, immediately
release starter button. Electric starter is equipped with thermal overload
protection; system will temporarily shut-down to allow starter to cool if
electric starter becomes overloaded.
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position (cold engine start). If engine is
6. As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to RUN position. If the
engine falters, restart engine and run with choke at half-choke position for a
short period of time, and then slowly rotate the choke into RUN position.
7. After engine is running, disconnect power cord from electric starter. When
disconnecting, always unplug the end at the wall outlet before unplugging
the opposite end from the engine.
Recoil Starter
Do not pull the starter handle while the engine running.
1. Move throttle control to FAST (rabbit)
2. Move choke to the CHOKE
warm, place choke in RUN position.
3. Push primer three (3) times, making sure to cover vent hole when pushing.
If engine is warm, push primer only once. Always cover vent hole when
pushing. Cool weather may require priming to be repeated.
4. Pull gently on the starter handle until it begins to resist, then pull quickly
and forcefully to overcome the compression. Do not release the handle and
allow it to snap back. Return rope SLOWLY to original position. If required,
repeat this step.
Keep a firm grip on the starter cord handle to prevent rapid retraction of
starter cord (kickback). Rapid retraction can pull hand and arm toward
engine faster than you can let go and result in broken bones, fractures,
bruises or sprains.
5. As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to RUN position. If the
engine falters, restart engine and run with choke at half-choke position for a
short period of time, and then slowly rotate the choke into RUN position.
To avoid unsupervised engine operation, never leave the machine
unattended with the engine running. Turn the engine off after use and
remove key.
Stopping The Engine
After you have finished snow-throwing, run engine for a few minutes before
stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine.
1. Move throttle control to OFF position.
2. Remove the key. Removing the key will reduce the possibility of
unauthorized starting of the engine while equipment is not in use. Keep the
key in a safe place. The engine cannot start without the key.
3. Wipe any moisture away from the controls on the engine.
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position (cold engine start). If engine is
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