Poulan PR8527ES 403919 Snow Blower Owners Manual

OPERATION
TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 16)
NOTE:Thewrenchprovidedinyourparts    bagmaybeused
to adjust the skid plates.
WARNING:  Wipe off any spilled oil  or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
Skid plates are located on each side of the auger housing
and adjust the clearance between the scraper bar and the
ground surface. Adjust skid plates evenly to proper height
for  current  surface conditions.  For  removal  of  snow in
normal conditions, such as a paved driveway or sidewalk,
place skid  plates in the  highest position  (lowest scraper
clearance) to give  a 1/8" clearance between  the scraper
bar and the ground.  Use  a middle position if the surface
to be cleared is uneven.
CAUTION:
Alcohol   blended  fuels   (called
gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can at-
tract moisture which  leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas
can damage the fuel system of an engine while
in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel
system should  be emptied before  storage of
30
days or  longer.   Drain the  gas tank,  start
NOTE: It is not recommended to operate the snow thrower
over gravel or rocky surfaces.Objects such as gravel, rocks
or other debris, can easily be picked up and thrown by the
impeller, which can cause serious personal injury, property
damage or damage to the snow thrower.
the  engine and  let it  run  until the  fuel lines
and carburetor are empty.  Use fresh fuel next
season. SeeStorageInstructionsforadditional
information.  Never  use engine or  carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
If snow thrower must be operated over gravel surface,
use extra caution and be sure skid plates are adjusted
to lowest (highest scraper clearance) position.
CHOKE
CONTROL
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP / DIPSTICK
GASOLINE
FILLER CAP
1.
2.
Shut off engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Adjust skid plates by  loosening the rear 1/2" hex  nut
only,thenmovingskidplatetodesiredposition.Be     sure
both plates are adjusted evenly. Tighten securely.
FUEL SHUT-
OFF VALVE
STARTER
BUTTON
HIGH POSITION
(LOW GROUND
CLEARANCE)
AUGER
HOUSING
SKID PLATE
1/2"
HEX NUT
LOW POSITION (HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE)
PRIMER
FIG. 16
RECOIL
STARTER
HANDLE
SCRAPER BAR
SAFETY
IGNITION
KEY
The scraper bar is not  adjustable, but is reversible.  After
considerable use it may become worn.  When it has worn
almost  to the  edge of  the  housing, it  can be  reversed,
providing additional service before requiring replacement.
Replace a damaged or worn scraper bar.
ON / OFF
SWITCH
NOTE:  ALL ITEMS ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION.
ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WITH ENGINE ONYOUR UNIT.
FIG. 17
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
TO START ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 17)
Be sure fuel shut-off valve is in the “OPEN” position.
The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped, from
the factory, already filled with oil.
Your snow thrower engine is equipped with both a 120 Volt
A.C.electric starter and a recoil starter. The electric starter
is equipped with a three-wire power cord and  plug and is
designed to operate on 120 Volt A.C. household current.
1.
2.
Check engine oil with snow thrower on level ground.
Remove oil  fill cap/dipstick  and wipe  clean, reinsert
the dipstick  and screw tight,  wait for a  few seconds,
remove and  read oil level. If  necessary, add  oil until
“FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.
Be  sure  your  house is  a  120  Volt  A.C.  three-wire
grounded  system.   If  you  are  uncertain,  consult a
licensed electrician.
To change engine oil, see “TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL”
in the Maintenance section of this manual.
WARNING:  Do  not  use   the  electric
starter if  your house is not  a 120 Volt
A.C. three-wire grounded system.  Se-
riouspersonalinjuryordamagetoyour
snow thrower could result.
ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 17)
Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not over-
fill.  Use fresh, clean, regular  unleaded gasoline with
a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30
days to assure fuel freshness.
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CategoriesPoulan Snow Blower Manuals, Snow Blower Manuals
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Model Year2006
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