Snapper E55140BV - Manual (Page 10)

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Features and
Controls
Engine Stop / Throttle Control
The engine stop / throttle control lever controls turn the
engine off and controls the engine speed. Move the
throttle right to increase engine speed and left to
decrease engine speed. Moving the lever all the way to
the left stops the engine. Always operate at FULL
throttle (lever fully right).
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is used to turn the engine over for
starting.
Fuel Shut-Off Valve
The fuel shut-off valve is located below the air cleaner
housing. Always close the valve when the unit is not in
use.
Choke
Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke once
the engine starts. A warm engine may not require
choking. Move the lever right to close the choke.
Fuel Tank
To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.
Chipper Cone / Shredder Hopper
Chipper Cone: The chipper cone is located on the front
of the unit next to the engine. Insert branches and tree
limbs up to approximately 3” (7,6 cm) in diameter into the
chipper cone. NEVER insert hands past the mouth of
the cone.
Shredder Hopper: The shredder hopper is on top f the
unit. Leaves and other light waste can be loaded into the
shredder hopper. NEVER insert hands into the hopper .
Debris Bag: Use the debris bag to collect the material
discharged from the unit. Do not operate the unit without
the debris bag on place.
Control Functions
The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Operating requires the combined use of
several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various
tasks see the OPERATION section.
Figure 1. Controls