Simplicity 1691411 - Manual (Page 10)

Operation
GENERAL
WARNING
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WARNING
Before leaving the operator’s area for any reason,
stop the engine and remove the key. Disconnect
the spark plug wire and secure it away from the
plug to prevent accidental start-up of the
snowthrower.
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled
with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is hot
or runnmg. Always move outdoors to the tank.
Keep snowthrower and gasoline away from open
4 . Position the deflector at the desired angle and the
scraper bar at the desired height.
5. Check the auger control clutch lever (A, figure
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WARNING
To avoid serious injury, do not put your hands into
the auger housing or discharge spout. If auger
stalls or spout becomes plugged, use the following
procedure to remove objects or clear the spout:
1. Release both drive levers.
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2. Shut off the engine.
3 . Wait for moving parts to stop.
4 . Use a narrow board to remove foreign objects
and clear the spout or auger. Never put your
hands into the auger or discharge spout.
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drive control clutch lever (B, figure 1) and discharge
chute deflector (D, figure 1) for proper operation. If
adjustment is required, sea the Service Section for
procedures.
Check the discharge chute control rod (C, figure 1)
for proper function. Check to make sure sprocket
teeth on lower chute control rod fully engage holes in
flange around bottom of discharge chute. The bracket
that holds lower chute control rod is slotted and can
be moved up or down to obtain full engagement of
sprocket teeth.
Check shift lever (E, figure 5) for proper position. If
adjustment is required, see SHIFT CONTROL
ADJUSTMENT in the Service Section.
OPERATION ON SLOPES 8. Check to make sure spark plug wire is attached and
spark plug is tightened securely into engine. If
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WARNING
For your safety, operation on slopes should be in
an up and down direction only. If it becomes nec-
essary to move across the face of a slope, use cau-
tion and do not blow snow. Be very careful when
changing direction on a slope.
Proper winter footwear is recommended for the
operator to help prevent slipping.
Never attempt to clean snow from excessively
steep slopes. The maximum slope for any opera-
tion is 17.7%
CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP
1. Make sure all safety guards are in place. and all nuts,
bolts and clips are secure.
2. Check the engine oil level. See your engine Owner’s
Manual for procedure and specifications.
3. Check the fuel supply. Fill the tank to within to
inch of top of tank to provide space for expansion.
See your engine Owner’s Manual for fuel recommen-
dations.
torque spark plug to 15 ft. Ibs.
9. After servicing engine and before beginning snow
removal, check controls again with engine running.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Move the ground speed shift lever (E, figure 5) to the
Neutral position.
2. Turn the fuel valve (G, figure 5) to the ON position.
3. Insert the ignition key (C, figure 5) into the ignition
switch and push fully in to the RUN position.
4. Move the throttle lever (D, figure 5) fully up to the
FAST position.
4. Turn the choke knob (B, figure 5) fully counterclock-
wise if engine is cold. Do not choke a warm engine.
5. Push the primer button (A, figure 5) two times if
engine is cold. Do not prime a warm engine.
6. Pull starter handle (F, figure 5) rapidly or push starter
button if equipped with the electric start. Do not allow
starter handle to snap back. Let the starter rope
rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold of the starter
handle.
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