Poulan 96194000504 owner manual Snow Throwing Tips, To Start Engine, Before Stopping

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OPERATION

TO START ENGINE

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.

Be sure your house is a 120 Volt A.C. three-wire grounded system. If you are uncertain, consult a licensed electrician.

WARNING: Do not use the electric starter if your house is not a 120 Volt A.C. three-wire grounded system. Seri- ous personal injury or damage to your snow thrower could result.

COLD START - ELECTRIC STARTER

1.Insert safety ignition key (packed separately in parts bag) into ignition slot until it clicks. DO NOT turn the key. Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place.

2.Place ON / OFF switch in “ON” position.

3.Rotate choke control to “FULL” position.

4.Connect the power cord to the engine.

5.Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole grounded 120 Volt A.C. receptacle.

NOTE: Do not use primer when starting engine with the electric starter.

6. Push starter button until engine starts.

IMPORTANT: Do not crank engine more than five continu- ous seconds between each time you try to start. Wait 5 to 10 seconds between each attempt.

7.When the engine starts, release the starter button and slowly move the choke control to the “OFF” position.

8.Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first, then from the engine.

Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will not develop full power until it has reached normal operating temperature.

WARM START - ELECTRIC STARTER

Follow the steps above, keeping the choke control in the “OFF” position.

COLD START - RECOIL STARTER

1.Insert safety ignition key (packed separately in parts bag) into ignition slot until it clicks. DO NOT turn the key. Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place.

2.Place ON / OFF switch in “ON” position.

3.Rotate choke control to “FULL” position.

4.Push the primer four (4) times if the temperature is below 15°F, or two (2) times if temperature is between 15° and 50°F. If temperature is above 50°F, priming is not necessary.

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.

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” posi- tion.

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.

IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN

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.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.

SNOW THROWING TIPS

Go slower in deep, freezing or heavy wet snow. Use the drive speed control, NOT the ON / OFF switch, 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.

Slightly overlap each successive path to ensure all snow will be removed.

Throw snow downwind whenever possible.

Adjust the skid plates to proper height for current snow conditions. See “TO ADJUST SKID PLATES” in this section of this manual.

For extremely heavy snow, reduce the width of snow removal by overlapping previous path and moving slowly.

Keep engine clean and clear of snow during use. This will help air flow and extend engine life.

After snow-throwing is completed, allow engine to run for a few minutes to melt snow and ice off the engine.

Clean the entire snow thrower thoroughly after each use and wipe dry so it is ready for next use.

WARNING: Do not operate snow thrower if weather conditions impair visibility. Throwing snow during a heavy, windy snowstorm can blind you and be hazardous to the safe operation of the snow thrower.

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Contents Model Number Snow ThrowerSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers Table of Contents Assembly / PRE-OPERATION Parts Packed Separately in CartonRemove Snow Thrower from Carton HOW to SET UP Your Snow Thrower Install Speed Control ROD See FigsInstall Traction Drive Control ROD See Figs Tool BOX See FigInstall Auger Control ROD See Figs Install Discharge Chute / Chute Rotator Head See FigCheck Tire Pressure Operation Know Your Snow ThrowerPrimer Ignition KEYMeets A.N.S.I. Safety Requirements HOW to USE Your Snow Thrower StoppingTo USE Choke Control See Fig To Control Snow Discharge See FigsUsing the CLEAN-OUT Tool See Fig To Throw Snow See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig To Adjust Skid Plates See Fig Before Starting the EngineScraper BAR 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 Storage Troubleshooting OtherImportante ¡ESTE ALERTO! SU Seguridad Esta ComprometidaPreparación FuncionamientoTabla DE Materias Responsabilidades DEL ClienteMontaje / PRE-OPERACIÓN Montaje / PRE-OPERACIÓN Sacar LA Máquina Quitanieves DEL CartónComo Preparar SU Máquina Quitanieves Desplegar LA Empuñadura SuperiorMontar LA Biela Montaje DE LA BielaDE Mando DE LA Barrena Ver Figs y Controlar LA Presión DE LOS NeumáticosOperación Familiarícese CON SU Máquina QuitanievesCumple CON LOS Requisitos DE Seguridad DE LA A.N.S.I Controlar LA Eyección DE LA Nieve Como Utilizar SU Máquina QuitanievesPararse Usar EL Control DE LA Estrangulación Ver FigLanzar LA Nieve Ver Fig Usar LA Herramienta Para Limpiar Ver FigMoverse Adelante Y Atrás Ver Fig Antes DE Poner EN Marcha EL Motor Puesta EN Marcha DEL MotorConsejos Para Lanzar LA Nieve Antes DE PararPuesta EN Marcha CON EL Motor Frío Arrancador Eléctrico Mantenamiento Recomendaciones GeneralesLubricación Maquina QuitanievesMotor LimpiezaServicio Y Adjustes Para Ajustar LA Altura DE Máquina QuitanievesConducto Deflector Pernos DE Seguridad Ver FigSustituir LAS Correas Vea Fig Vaciar LA Gasolina DEL Depósito DE CarburanteAlmacenimiento OtrosIdentificacion DE Problemas Exploded KEY Part Description Auger Housing Auger Assembly LHAuger Assembly RH Scrapper BARAuger Bearing Bearing PlugKnob Black POP RivetWasher Plastic WasherLEVER/CABLE Rotator Assembly Rotator HeadRotator Pivot Bracket Pulley PivotRepair Parts Snow Thrower Model Number 96194000504 Handles Panel Bracket LH Panel Bracket RH Handle GripLower Handle Pivot Support WeldmentCarriage Bolt 5/16−18 X 155377 NUT 5/16−18 169675 Part KEY Description Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model Number 96194000504 Drive 43 402689 Drive Plate Assembly END PlateControl ARM Clevis PINRepair Parts Drive Snow Thrower Model Number Axle ShaftRoll PIN 3/16 SprocketEngine Model FrameEngine Mount Plate Belt CoverRepair Parts Snow Thrower Model Number 96194000504 Wheels Wheel Assembly LH187831X417 187866X417Power Cord Safety Ignition KEYRetainer PIN WrenchRepair Parts Snow Thrower Model Number 96194000504 Decals 181038DECAL, Danger DECAL, DANGER, DeflectorService Notes Service Notes Service Notes Limited Warranty

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