MTD 615 - Manual (Page 10)

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Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine
when pushed down completely. See Figure 12.
Safety Ignition Key
The safety ignition key must be fully inserted in the
switch before the unit will start. Remove the ignition key
when the snow thrower is not in use. See Figure 12.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT attempt to turn the key.
Figure 12
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER
Before Starting
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow
all instructions and warnings on the machine
and in this manual before operating.
Gas & Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with
your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.
WARNING: Use extreme care when
handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel the machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
• A plastic cup is provided inside the fuel fill opening
on the fuel tank. Remove and discard this cup
before filling up the tank. Use the separate fuel tank
cap to close after fill-up.
Starting Engine
IMPORTANT: Prior to operating your snow
thrower, read, understand and follow ALL
instructions to perform adjustments found
on pages 11 and 12 of this manual.
• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire
(inside the boot) is fastened securely over the metal
tip on the spark plug.
• Make certain the auger and drive clutch levers are
in the disengaged (released) position.
• Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert
ignition key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place.
Do not turn key
.
NOTE: Engine will not start unless ignition key is
inserted into ignition slot in carburetor cover.
Electric Starter (If equipped)
The electric starter is equipped with a grounded three-
wire power cord and plug, and is designed to operate
on 120 volt AC household current.
Auger
Chute Directional
Traction Control
Auger Control
Discharge Chute
Oil Fill
Gas Fill
Skid Shoes
Control
Headlight
Choke
Primer
Rope
Start
Handle
Ignition
Key
Throttle
Control
Chute Clean-out Tool