Poulan 435555 Before Starting the Engine, Scraper BAR See Fig, To USE Drift Cutters See Fig

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OPERATION

•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.

1.Shut off engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2.Adjust skid plates by loosening the hex nuts, then mov- ing skid plate to desired position. Be sure both plates are adjusted evenly. Tighten securely.

HIGH POSITION

 

(LOW GROUND

 

CLEARANCE)

 

 

AUGER

 

HOUSING

 

SCRAPER BAR

HEX

SKID PLATE

NUTS

LOW POSITION (HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE)

FIG. 17

SCRAPER BAR (See Fig. 17)

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.

TO USE DRIFT CUTTERS (See Fig. 18)

Use the drift cutters to cut through deep snowdrifts that are higher than the front of the snow thrower.

•Loosen upper adjustment nut enough to allow drift cutter to be raised to highest position and tighten nut securely. Repeat for opposite side of snow thrower.

•When not using drift cutters, loosen adjustment nut, lower to storage position and tighten nut securely.

AUGER

HOUSING

STORAGE

DRIFT

POSITION

CUTTER

ADJUST-

MENT NUT

FIG. 18

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 19)

The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped from the factory already filled with oil.

1.Check engine oil with snow thrower on level ground.

2.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.

•To change engine oil, see “TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL” in the Maintenance section of this manual.

ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 19)

•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.

WARNING: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gaso- hol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and forma- tion 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 the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

ON / OFF

RECOIL (AUXILIARY)

STARTER HANDLE

SWITCH

 

 

GASOLINE

 

FILLER CAP

CHOKE

ENGINE OIL FILL

CAP / DIPSTICK

CON-

 

TROL

 

 

STARTER

 

BUTTON

SAFETY

 

IGNITION

 

KEY

 

PRIMER

 

 

POWER

 

CORD

FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE

PLUG

NOTE: ALL ITEMS ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION. ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WITH ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT.

FIG. 19

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Contents Model Number Snow ThrowerSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers Table of Contents Parts Packed Separately in Carton Assembly / PRE-OPERATION HOW to SET UP Your Snow ThrowerRemove Snow Thrower from Carton Unfold Upper HandleInstall Traction Drive Control ROD See Figs Install Auger Control ROD See FigsInstall Discharge Chute / Chute Rotator Head See Fig Install Chute Deflector Remote Control See FigsCheck Tire Pressure Operation Know Your Snow ThrowerPrimer Ignition KEYMeets A.N.S.I. Safety Requirements Recoil auxiliary starter handle used for starting engineHOW to USE Your Snow Thrower StoppingTo USE Fuel SHUT-OFF Valve See Fig To USE Choke Control See FigUsing the CLEAN-OUT Tool See Fig To Adjust Skid Plates See FigTo Throw Snow See Fig To Move Forward and Backward See FigBefore Starting the Engine Scraper BAR See FigTo USE Drift Cutters See Fig Check Engine OIL Level See FigSnow Throwing Tips To Start EngineBefore Stopping If Recoil Starter has FrozenMaintenance Cleaning EngineService and Adjustments To Adjust Snow Thrower HeightChute Deflector Shear Bolts See FigTo Replace Belts See Fig To Adjust Cable Tension See Fig To Remove Wheels See FigCarburetor Engine SpeedStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Auger Housing KEY Part DescriptionScrapper BAR Auger BearingExploded Gearbox Assembly 178675X008 Corner Bracket Clean OUT ToolBearing Impeller PulleyAuger Assembly 30 LH Auger Assembly 30 RHSkid Plate LH Skid Plate RH181160X431 Drift Cutter BAR Plastic WasherKnob Black POP RivetChute Snow Shield Shield Retainer StrapLEVER/CABLE Rotator Assembly Cable Assembly AdjustableRotator Head Rotator Pivot BracketRepair Parts Snow Thrower Model PP291E30 Handles Loop Handle LH Loop Handle RHLower Handle Pivot Support WeldmentSpacer Knob REDHandle Knob Washer 3/8Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 X 155377 NUT 5/16-18 169675 Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model PP291E30 Drive Assembly Drive Plate AssemblySpeed Selector Rubber RingRepair Parts Axle ShaftRoll PIN 3/16 SprocketComplete LCT Engine Frame427963X428 Engine Mounting PlateImpeller Belt Traction BeltIdler ARM Bracket Idler PulleyRepair Parts Snow Thrower Model PP291E30 Wheels Wheel Assembly LH432335X421 432336X421Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model PP291E30 BAG of Parts Safety Ignition KEY422663 Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model PP291E30 Decals DECAL, DangerDECAL, DANGER, Deflector DECAL, InstructionLimited Warranty
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