Snapper SX5200R - Manual (Page 8)

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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.2.4. STOPPING
Stop the auger by releasing the auger control. Stop
the engine by turning the key switch to the “OFF”
position. Always remove key from key switch
before leaving machine unattended. See
Figure 2.7.
FIGURE 2.7
2.2 STARTING, STOPPING & OPERATION
(ELECTRIC START MODELS)
(Go to Page 7 for Recoil Start Models)
2.2.5. ENGINE & AUGER
WARNING
DO NOT use an electrical extension cord that is
damaged. A damaged electrical extension cord
could cause a shock or fire. Thoroughly inspect
electrical extension cord before using machine. If
cord is damaged, do not use and do not operate
machine. Replace damaged cord immediately.
Contact your Snapper service dealer for assistance.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only with
an extension cord intended for outdoor use having
a cord type: SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-
A, SJTW-A or SJTOW-A.
1. Connect the power cord to the starter switch
box on machine’s control panel then plug the other
end into 120 volt AC receptacle.
2. Move choke control to the choke “ON” position.
See Figure 2.8.
IMPORTANT: Stop the auger by releasing the auger
control. Stop the engine by turning the key switch to the
“OFF” position.
FIGURE 2.8
3. Turn ignition key to the “ON” position.
4. Push primer button three times to start a cold
engine. NOTE: Do not use primer button to start
warm engine.
5. Push the electric starter button. DO NOT hold
button for more than 20 seconds to avoid damaging
the starting motor. See Figure 2.8
6. After engine starts, move the choke control to the
no choke “OFF” position. Allow a brief warm-up until
engine runs smooth.
7. Disconnect power cord from AC receptacle.
Disconnect power cord from machine and remove
cord from area where machine will be in operation.
RELEASE AUGER
CONTROL TO STOP
AUGER
TURN KEY TO THE “OFF”
POSITION TO STOP ENGINE
PUSH STARTER BUTTON
TURN KEY TO THE “ON”
POSITION
PUSH PRIMER
THREE TIMES
INSERT POWER
CORD INTO STARTER
BOX
MOVE CHOKE TO
THE “ON” POSITION