Operating Your Snow Thrower - MTD E6C3H Operator's Manual

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Headlight
The headlight is on whenever the engine is running.
ThrottleControl
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine
when pushed down completely. See Figure 4.
Clean-Out T ool
The chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the
auger housing with a mounting clip. The tool is
designed to clear a clogged discharged chute. Refer to
Operating YourSnow Throwersection for more detailed
information regarding the chute clean-out tool.
See Figure 4.
WARNING:
Never use your hand to clear a
clogged discharged
chute. Shut off engine
and remain behind handles until all moving
parts have stopped before unclogging.
SECTION 4: OPERATING Y OUR SNOW THROWER
BeforeStarting
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all
instructions and warnings on the machine
and in this manual before operating.
GasAndOilFill-up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with
your snow thrower. Read instructions
carefully.
WARNING:
Use
extreme
care
when
handling
gasoline.
Gasoline
is extremely
flammable
and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel machine
indoors
or while the
engine
is
hot
or
running.
Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes an other sources of
ignition.
A plastic cup is provided inside the fuel fill opening
on the fuel tank. Remove and discard this cup
before filling up the tank. Use the separate fuel tank
cap to close after fill-up.
ToStartEngine
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal loop on end of the spark plug wire (inside
the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on
the spark plug.
Make certain the fuel cut-off valve, if your snow
thrower is so equipped, is in OPEN position.
Make certain the auger and drive clutch levers are
in the disengaged (released) position.
Move throttle control to FAST (Rabbit) position.
Insert ignition key into slot. Be certain it snaps into
place. Do not turn key.
NOTE: Engine
will not start unless ignition
key is
inserted into ignition slot in carburetor cover.
ElectricStarter
Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you
are not certain.
If your house wiring system is not a three-wire
grounded system, do not use this electric starter
under any conditions.
WARNING:
The 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 grounded three-prong receptacle at
all times to avoid the possibility of electric
shock. Follow all instructions carefully prior to
operating the electric starter.
If your home electrical system is grounded, but a
three-hole receptacle is not available, one should
be installed by a licensed electrician before using
the electric starter.
If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle,
proceed as follows:
Connect power cord to switch box on engine. Plug
the other end of power cord into a three-hole,
grounded 120 volt AC receptacle.
Rotate choke knob to FULL position.
Move throttle control to FAST (Rabbit) position.
Fully depress the primer three times, making sure
to cover the vent hole went pushing.
NOTE: Do NOT use the primer when restarting a warm
engine. Doing so will cause the engine to "flood."
Push starter button on top of the engine.
When engine starts, release starter button, and
move choke gradually to OFF. If engine falters,
move choke momentarily
to FULL and then
gradually to OFF.

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