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    Hunter Cameron
    Hi folks, hopefully pretty simple problem. Brand new ST224P...
    Service & Maintenance Question posted January 24, 2016 by Hunter Cameron 
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    Hi folks, hopefully pretty simple problem. Brand new ST224P snowblower. Gas in, 5W-30 oil in. First inserted the ignition key, then flipped the switch to "Run" (On), then turned the choke from "Closed" to "Open", then primed the engine three times, then pulled the rope a bunch of times, it did not start. I let it rest for a few minutes, pulled the rope again, no start. I then primed the engine a couple more times, pulled the rope, and it started. Turned the choke back to the "Closed" position and let the engine warm up.

    It sounded a bit clunky at first, then got in a rhythm, then promptly shut down. I repeated the above process to same results. The only way I can get the engine to keep running is to keep the choke in the "Open" position, which is contrary to the instructions and not something I feel comfortable doing, as the engine still sounds clunky that way.

    Any ideas why the engine keeps shutting down after less than a minute of running?

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    • Eugene Rounds

      That not the instructions I see in the owners download here. It right backward on the choke use.

      COLD START - ELECTRIC STARTER
      1. Insert safety ignition key (tied to recoil start cord) into ignition slot until it clicks. DO NOT turn the key. Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place.
      2. Place throttle control in “FAST” position.
      3. Place ON / OFF switch in “ON” position.
      4. Move choke control to “FULL” position.
      5. Push the primer three (3) times.
      NOTE: Over priming may cause flooding, preventing the engine from starting. If you do flood the engine, wait a few minutes be fore at tempting to start and DO NOT push the primer.
      6. Connect the extension cord to the engine.
      7. Plug the other end of the extension cord into a three hole grounded 120 Volt A.C. receptacle.
      8. Push starter button until engine starts.
      IMPORTANT: Do not crank engine more than five continuous seconds between each time you try to start. Wait 5 to 10 seconds between each attempt.
      9. When the engine starts, release the starter button and slowly move the choke control to the “OFF” position.
      10. Disconnect the extension cord from the receptacle first, then from the engine.
      Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will not develop full power until it has reached normal operating temperature.


      WARM START - ELECTRIC STARTER
      Follow the steps above, keeping the choke control in the “OFF” position.


      COLD START - RECOIL STARTER
      1. Insert safety ignition key (tied to recoil start cord) into ignition slot until it clicks. DO NOT turn the key. Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place.
      2. Place throttle control in “FAST” position.
      3. Place ON / OFF switch in “ON” position.
      4. Rotate choke control to “FULL” position.
      5. Push the primer three (3) times.
      NOTE: Over priming may cause flooding, preventing the engine from starting. If you do flood the engine, wait a few minutes be fore at tempting to start and DO NOT push the primer.
      6. Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter rope to snap back.
      7. When the engine starts, release the recoil starter handle and slowly move the choke control to the “OFF” position. Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will not develop full power until it has reached normal operating temperature.


      WARM START - RECOIL STARTER
      Follow the steps above, keeping the choke in the “OFF” position. DO NOT push the primer.

      BEFORE STOPPING
      Run the engine for a few minutes to help dry off any moisture on the engine.

      IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN
      If the recoil starter has frozen and will not turn the engine, proceed as follows:
      1. Grasp the recoil starter handle and slowly pull as much  rope out of the starter as possible.
      2. Release the recoil starter handle and let it snap back against the starter.

      If the engine still fails to start, repeat the above steps or use the electric starter.

       

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