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ENGINE SPEED Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous and will void the warranty. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a qualifi ed service center, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary ad just ments. STORAGE Immediately prepare your snow thrower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the snow thrower with gaso line in the tank in side a build ing where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a fur nace, water heater, clothes dryer or gas ap pli ance. Allow the engine to cool be fore storing in any enclosure. SNOW THROWER When snow thrower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor oughly, re move all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire snow thrower (See “CLEANING” in the Main te nance section of this manual). 2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See “TO REPLACE BELTS” in the Service and Adjustments sec tion of this manual). 3. Lubricate as shown in the Main te nance sec tion of this manu al. 4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if nec es sary. 5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting. ENGINE See engine manual. FUEL SYS TEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and car bure tor are empty. • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner prod ucts in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini miz ing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER 1. Remove spark plug. 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder. 3. Pull recoil starter handle slowly a few times to dis tribute oil. 4. Replace with new spark plug. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your snow thrower indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt. • Cover your snow thrower with a suitable pro tec tive cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe, which allows con den sa tion to form and will cause your snow thrower to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover snow thrower while engine/ exhaust area is still warm. an engine while in storage. 18 TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a qualified service centre. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Fuel shut-off valve (if so equipped) in OFF position. 2. Safety ignition key is not inserted. 3. Out of fuel. 4. Throttle in STOP position. 5. Choke in OFF position. 6. Primer not depressed. 7. Engine is flooded. 8. Spark plug wire is disconnected. 9. Bad spark plug. 10. Stale fuel. 11. Water in fuel. 1. Turn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position. 2. Insert safety ignition key. 3. Fill fuel tank. 4. Move throttle to FAST position. 5. Move to FULL position. 6. Prime as instructed in the Operation section of this manual. 7. Wait a few minutes before restarting, DO NOT prime. 8. Connect wire to spark plug. 9. Replace spark plug. 10. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline. 11. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gas o line. Loss of power 1. Spark plug wire loose. 2. Throwing too much snow. 3. Fuel tank cap is covered with ice or snow. 4. Dirty or clogged muffler. 1. Reconnect spark plug wire. 2. Reduce speed and width of swath. 3. Remove ice and snow on and around fuel tank cap. 4. Clean or replace muffler. Engine idles or 1. Choke is in FULL position. 1. Move choke to OFF position. runs roughly 2. Blockage in fuel line. 3. Stale fuel. 4. Water in fuel. 5. Carburetor is in need of adjustment or overhaul. 2. Clean fuel line. 3. Drain tank and refill with fresh, clean fuel. 4. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline. 5. Contact a qualified service centre....