OPERATION
5.
6.
Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter
SNOW THROWING TIPS
rope to snap back.
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Always operate the snow thrower with the engine at
full throttle. Full throttle offers the best performance.
When the engine starts, release the recoil starter
handle and slowly move the choke control to the OFF
position.
Goslowerindeep,freezingorheavywetsnow.Usethe
drive speed control, NOT the throttle, to adjust speed.
Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will
not develop full power until it has reached normal operat-
ing temperature.
It is easier and more efficient to remove snow imme-
diately after it falls.
The best time to remove snow is the early morning. At
this time the snow is usually dry and has not been ex-
posed to the direct sun and warming temperatures.
WARM START
Follow the steps above, keeping the choke in the OFF
position. DO NOT push the primer.
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Slightly overlap each successive path to ensure all
snow will be removed.
BEFORE STOPPING
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Throw snow downwind whenever possible.
Run the engine for a few minutes to help dry off any mois-
ture on the engine.
Adjust the skid plates to proper height for current snow
conditions. See “TO ADJUST SKID PLATES” in this
section of this manual.
To avoid possible freeze-up of the starter, proceed as
follows:
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For extremely heavy snow, reduce the width of snow
removalbyoverlappingpreviouspathandmovingslowly.
1.
Whiletheengineisrunning,pulltherecoilstarterhandle
with rapid, full arm strokes three or four times.
Keep engine clean and clear of snow during use. This
will help air flow and extend engine life.
NOTE: The unusual sound made while pulling the recoil
starter handle will not harm the engine or starter.
Aftersnow-throwingiscompleted,allowenginetorunfor
a few minutes to melt snow and ice off the engine.
IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN
If the recoil starter has frozen and will not turn the engine,
proceed as follows:
Clean the entire snow thrower thoroughly after each
use and wipe dry so it is ready for next use.
1.
Grasp the recoil starter handle and slowly pull as much
rope out of the starter as possible.
WARNING:
Do not operate snow
throwerifweatherconditionsimpairvis-
ibility. Throwing snow during a heavy,
windysnowstormcanblindyouandbe
hazardous to the safe operation of the
snow thrower.
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.
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| Categories | Poulan Snow Blower Manuals, Snow Blower Manuals |
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| Tags | Poulan PR524 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
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| Language | English |
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