Use and Care Manual

Controls and Features
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Throttle
The throttle control regulates the speed of the
engine and will shut off the engine when it is
moved into the stop position.
Choke
Activating the choke closes the choke plate on
the carburetor and aids in starting the engine.
Oil Drain
Removing the oil drain plug will drain the oil
from the engine.
Oil Filler Cap & Dipstick
Remove the oil cap to check the oil level and
add oil.
Fuel Fill
Remove the gas cap to add fuel.
Recoil Starter Handle
Pull the starter handle to start the engine.
Fuel Shut-Off Valve (If Equipped)
If equipped, is used for controlling the flow of
fuel between usage and transport/storage.
Electric Starter Inlet (If Equipped)
Requires the use of a three-prong outdoor
extension cord and a 120V power source/wall
outlet.
Electric Start Button (If Equipped)
Pressing the button on the top of the electric
starter switch engages the engine’s electric starter
when plugged into a 120V power source.
Primer Bulb (If Equipped)
Pressing the primer bulb forces fuel directly
into the engine’s carburetor to aid in starting a
“Cold” engine.
Key (If Equipped)
The key is a safety device. It must be fully inserted in
order for the engine to start. Remove the key when
the snow thrower is not in use.
Important: Do not turn the key in an attempt to
start the engine. Doing so may cause it to break.
Starter
Button
Electric
Starter Inlet
Oil Drain
Fuel Fill
Oil Filler Cap/
Dipstick
Choke
Primer
Bulb
Key
Throttle
Throttle
Air Filter
Choke
Fuel Shut-off
Valve
Recoil Starter
Handle
Oil Drain
Muffler
Fuel Fill
Oil Filler Cap/
Dipstick
Fuel Fill
Starter
Button
Electric
Starter Inlet
Oil Drain
Oil Filler Cap/
Dipstick
Primer
Bulb
Key
Throttle
Choke
Recoil Starter Handle
Muffler
Electric
Starter
Inlet
Starter
Button
Recoil
Starter
Handle
Choke
Muffler
Oil Filler Cap/
Dipstick
Oil Drain
Figure 4-1