Use and Care Manual

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SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow
all instructions and warnings on the machine
and in this manual before operating.
NOTE: For detailed starting instructions and more
information on all engine controls, refer to the
Engines manual packed separately and
Starting The Engine on this manual.
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located in the center of the handle
panel. Place the shift lever into any of eight positions to
control the direction of travel and ground speed.
Forward
There are six forward (F) speeds. Position one (1) is the
slowest and position six (6) is the fastest.
Reverse
There are two reverse (R) speeds. One (1) is the slower
and two (2) is the faster.
Gas Cap
Unthread the gas cap to add gasoline to the fuel tank.
Choke Control
The choke control is found on the rear of the engine and
is activated by rotating the knob clockwise. Activating
the choke control closes the choke plate on the
carburetor and aids in starting the engine.
Throttle Control
The throttle controlis located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine
Primer
Depressing the primer forces fuel
directly into the engine’s carburetor to
aid in cold-weather starting.
Oil Fill
Engine oil level can be checked and
oil added through the oil fill.
Drive Control
Auger Control
Shift Lever
Skid Shoe
Chute Assembly
Oil Fill
Gas Cap
Chute Directional
Control
Clean-out
Tool
CHOKE LEVER
OPEN
CLOSED
Closed
Closed
Opend
THROTTLE LEVER
M
IN.
MAX.
MIN.
Augers