All Power AP-SB055E - Manual (Page 15)

Frozen Starter
If the starter is frozen and will not turn the engine, follow the steps below.
1. Pull as much starter rope as possible out of the starter.
2. Release the starter handle and let it snap back against the starter. Repeat until the engine starts. Warm
engines will cause condensation in cold weather. To prevent possible freeze--up of recoil starter and engine
controls, proceed as follows after each snow removal job.
1. With engine off, allow engine to cool for several minutes.
2. Pull starter rope very slowly until resistance is felt, then stop. Allow the starter rope to recoil. Repeat three
times.
3. With the engine not running, wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in area of controls and
levers. Also, move the choke control and starter handle several times.
WARNING: Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust
contains CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND DEADLY GAS. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose
clothing away from any moving parts o n engine and
snow thrower.
1. Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot. Severe thermal burns can occur on
contact. Allow the engine to cool before touching.
2. Never allow children to operate the snow thrower. Never allow adults to operate the snow thrower
without proper instruction.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets.
4. Never leave the snowthrower unattended while the engine is running. Anyone operating the engine
or equipment must carefully read and understand the operating
instructions.
HOW TO CLEAR A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE
WARNING: Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is
the most common cause of injury associated with snow throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the
discharge chute.
To Clear The Chute:
1. SHUT OFF THE ENGINE!
2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure that the impeller blades have stopped rotating.
3. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.
Use a clean-out tool to remove snow from the auger housing.
1.
Release the auger drive lever.
2.
Pull out the key.
3.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
4.
Do not place your hands in the auger or discharge chute. Use a clean-out tool to remove snow or debris.
WARNING: Blockage must be cleared only after shutting off the snow thrower and only with a
clean-out tool, not by hand.
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