OPERATION
COLD START - ELECTRIC STARTER
IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN
1.
Insert safety ignition key (packed separately in parts
bag)intoignitionslotuntilitclicks. DONOTturnthekey.
Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place.
Place throttle control in FAST position.
Rotate choke control to FULL position.
Connect the power cord to the engine.
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.
3.
4.
5.
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.
Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole
grounded 120 Volt A.C. receptacle.
6.
7.
Push the primer three (3) times.
Push starter button until engine starts.
SNOW THROWING TIPS
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Always operate the snow thrower with the engine at
IMPORTANT: Do not crank engine more than five con-
full throttle. Full throttle offers the best performance.
tinuous seconds between each time you try to start. Wait
Goslowerindeep,freezingorheavywetsnow.Usethe
drive speed control, NOT the throttle, to adjust speed.
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.
5
8.
to 10 seconds between each attempt.
When the engine starts, release the starter button and
slowly move the choke control to the “OFF” position.
Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first,
then from the engine.
9.
Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will
not develop full power until it has reached normal operat-
ing temperature.
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Slightly overlap each successive path to ensure all
snow will be removed.
WARM START - ELECTRIC STARTER
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Throw snow downwind whenever possible.
Follow the steps above, keeping the choke control in the
OFF position.
Adjust the skid plates to proper height for current snow
conditions. See “TO ADJUST SKID PLATES” in this
section of this manual.
Forextremelyheavysnow,reducethewidthofsnowre-
movalbyoverlappingpreviouspathandmovingslowly.
Keep engine clean and clear of snow during use. This
will help air flow and extend engine life.
Aftersnow-throwingiscompleted,allowenginetorunfor
a few minutes to melt snow and ice off the engine.
COLD START - RECOIL STARTER
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1.
Insert safety ignition key (packed separately in parts
bag)intoignitionslotuntilitclicks. DONOTturnthekey.
Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place.
2.
3.
4.
Place throttle control in FAST position.
Rotate choke control to FULL position.
Push the primer four (4) times if the temperature is
below 15°F, or two (2) times if temperature is between
Clean the entire snow thrower thoroughly after each
use and wipe dry so it is ready for next use.
15°
and 50°F. If temperature is above 50°F, priming is
not necessary.
WARNING:
Do not operate snow
NOTE: Over priming may cause flooding, preventing the
engine from starting. If you do flood the engine, wait a few
minutes before attempting to start and DO NOT push the
primer.
throwerifweatherconditionsimpairvis-
ibility. Throwing snow during a heavy,
windy snowstormcan blind you and be
hazardous to the safe operation of the
snow thrower.
5.
Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter
rope to snap back.
6.
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 operat-
ing 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 mois-
ture on the engine.
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| Categories | Poulan Pro Snow Blower Manuals, Snow Blower Manuals |
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| Tags | Poulan Pro 961980018 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
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| Language | English |
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