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5. Fill fuel tank to within 1/2 in. (1.2 cm)
below bottom of filler neck with unleaded
gasoline.
NOTE: Tank capacity is 1 gallon (3.8 liters).
6. Replace Fuel Cap and tighten.
7. ALWAYS clean up any spilled fuel.
Pre-Start
1. Frozen Impeller
IMPORTANT: Before starting engine, check
impeller to be sure it is not frozen.
To check impeller:
1. With ignition key switch in “Stop”
position, squeeze Attachment Clutch
Lever to Engaged position.
2. Pull Recoil Starter Handle.
3. If Impeller is frozen, (cannot pull Starter
Handle) move unit to a heated area and
thaw to prevent possible damage.
2. Check Function of Clutches
If clutches do not engage or disengage
properly, adjust or repair before operation.
See Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on
page 27 and Traction Drive Clutch
Adjustment on page 30.
3. Check Dual Handle Interlock
Without the engine running, press down
(engage) both clutch levers. Release
attachment clutch lever. Attachment clutch
should remain engaged until traction clutch
lever is released, then both clutches must
disengage.
If clutches do not engage or disengage
properly, adjust or repair before operation
(see Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on
page 27 and Traction Drive Clutch
Adjustment on page 30).
4. Check Remote Wheel Lock
(921002)
Squeeze and release the remote wheel lock
to lock the left wheel for better traction when
throwing snow or to unlock the left wheel for
easier steering.
If remote wheel lock does not lock or unlock
properly, adjust or repair before operation
(see Remote Wheel Lock (921002) on
page 24).
5. Check Axle Lock (921001)
Use the axle lock pins to lock or unlock the
wheels. Lock both wheels to increase
traction; unlock one wheel to allow for easier
turning of the unit.
6. Check Runners
Check and adjust Runners (Runners on
page 24). Allow 1/8 in. (3 mm) between
scraper blade and hard, smooth surface(s).
Allow 1-1/4 in. (30 mm) between scraper
blade and uneven or gravel surfaces.
7. Check Engine Fuel & Crankcase
Oil
Check and add fuel if required. Check that
the engine crankcase oil is full using dipstick.
Refer to Engine Manual for detailed
instructions.
To Stop in an Emergency
Immediately release both control levers to
stop unit in an emergency. Stop engine,
remove key and wait for all rotating parts to
stop before leaving operator’s position.
Starting and Shut Off
IMPORTANT: Allow unit and engine to adjust
to the outdoor temperature before clearing
snow. Before shut-off, run the attachment a
few minutes to prevent impeller freeze-up.
NOTE: Try out each control without the
engine running to see how it works and what
it does.
Manual Start
1. Turn discharge chute straight ahead.
2. Make sure that the traction clutch and
attachment drive clutch levers are fully
disengaged.
3. Push Primer Bulb 2 or 3 times for cold
engine.
NOTE: When temperature is below -15° F
(-26° C) additional priming may be needed.
4. If engine is cold, apply choke. See
Engine Manual for detailed instructions.
NOTE: A warm engine requires less choking
than a cold engine.
5. Set throttle to proper starting position.
6. Insert key.
120V - Push key into RUN position. DO
NOT twist key after it is inserted.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
WARNING: FAILURE TO
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS could
result in personal injury and/or
damage to unit. DO NOT attempt
to start your unit at this time. Read
entire Owner/Operator Manual and
the Engine Manual first.
