Poulan 96192004600, 438361 HOW to USE Your Snow Thrower, Stopping, To USE Choke Control See Fig

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OPERATION

The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear

safety glasses or eye shields while operating your snow thrower or performing any adjust- ments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses

or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER

Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel or attempting to start the engine.

STOPPING

TRACTION DRIVE

•Release traction drive control lever to stop the forward or reverse movement of the snow thrower.

AUGER

•Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow.

ENGINE

1.Move ON / OFF switch to “OFF” position.

2.Remove (do not turn) safety ignition key to prevent unauthorized use.

NOTE: Never use choke to stop engine.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 11)

The choke control is located on the engine. Use the choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine.

•To engage choke, turn knob counterclockwise. Slowly turn knob clockwise to disengage.

OFF

 

 

FULL

 

 

 

 

 

FIG. 11

TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE (See Fig. 12)

WARNING: Snow throwers have ex- posed rotating parts, which can cause severe injury from contact, or from ma- terial thrown from the discharge chute. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, small children and pets at all times including startup.

WARNING: If the discharge chute or auger become clogged, shut-off engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Use the clean-out tool, NOT YOUR HANDS, to unclog the chute and/or auger.

The DIRECTION in which snow is to be thrown is controlled by the discharge chute control lever.

•To change the discharge chute position, press down- ward on discharge chute control lever and move lever left or right until chute is in desired position. Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position.

The DISTANCE that snow is thrown is controlled by the posi- tion of the chute deflector. Set the deflector low to throw snow ashortdistance;setthedeflectorhighertothrowsnowfarther.

•Press downward on chute deflector control lever and move lever forward to raise the deflector and increase the distance. Move lever back to lower the deflector and decrease the distance. Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position.

DISCHARGE CHUTE

CONTROL LEVER

CHUTE DEFLECTOR

REMOTE CONTROL LEVER

FIG. 12

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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-OPERATIONHOW to SET UP Your Snow Thrower Remove Snow Thrower from CartonInstall Traction Drive Control ROD See Figs Install Speed Control ROD See FigsUnfold Upper Handle Install Auger Control ROD See Figs Install Discharge Chute / Chute Rotater Head See FigInstall Chute Deflector Remote Control See Figs Check Tire PressurePrimer OperationKnow Your Snow Thrower Ignition KEYMeets A.N.S.I. Safety Requirements Recoil auxiliary starter handle used for starting the engineTo USE Choke Control See Fig HOW to USE Your Snow ThrowerStopping To Control Snow Discharge See FigTo Throw Snow See Fig Using the CLEAN-OUT Tool See FigPower Steering Operation See Fig To Move Forward and Backward See FigScraper BAR See Fig To Adjust Skid Plates See FigBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL Level See FigBefore Stopping Snow Throwing TipsTo Start Engine If Recoil Starter has FrozenBefore Each USE MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations LubricationCleaning EngineChute Deflector Service and AdjustmentsTo Adjust Snow Thrower Height Shear Bolts See FigTo Replace Belts See Fig Carburetor To Adjust Cable Tension See FigTo Remove Wheels See Fig Engine SpeedFuel System StorageOther Engine OILTroubleshooting Service Notes Exploded KEY Part Description Auger Bearing Auger HousingScraper BAR Bearing PlugSkid Plate LH Auger 27 LHAuger 27 RH Skid Plate RHPOP Rivet Deflector SealKnob Black Chute Snow Shield 419822X431 Shield Retainer StrapRotator Head LEVER/CABLE Rotator AssemblyCable Assembly Adjustable Rotator Pivot Bracket419797X431 Loop Handle LHLoop Handle RH Lower HandleKnob RED SpacerRetainer Handle KnobCarriage Bolt 5/16-18 X 155377 NUT 5/16-18 169675 Headlight Bezel Wire HarnessConsole Panel Flood HeadlightRepair Parts Snow Thrower - Model Number PR8P27ES Drive Wheel HUB Speed Selector AssemblyDrive Plate Assembly END PlateAxle Shaft Sprocket436146X421 ENGINE, B&SFrame Engine Mounting PlateIdler ARM Bracket Impeller BeltTraction Belt Idler Pulley428684 432338X428 Wheel Assembly LH432337X428 Cable Bracket LHWheel Lobe CoverWheel Driver Retainer Ring Clutch SlideSafety Ignition KEY 193071DECAL, Danger 181037DECAL, DANGER, Deflector Service Notes Service Notes Limited Warranty

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