Bolens 31AE6GKF500 warranty Gas & Oil Fill-Up, Starting the Engine, Stopping the Engine

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WARNING

Read, understand, and follow all instruc- tions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.

Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

If your home’s wir- ing system is not a three-wire grounded system, do not use this electric starter under any conditions.

If your home electrical system is grounded, but a three-hole receptacle is not available, do not use your snow thrower’s electric starter.

Gas & Oil Fill-Up

Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. Read instructions carefully.

Starting the Engine

WARNING: Always keep hands and feet clear of moving parts. Do not use a pressurized starting fluid. Vapors are flammable.

NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after starting. The engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperatures.

Engines with Starter Handle (non-electric start)

IMPORTANT: Do not pull the starter handle with engine running.

1.Insert ignition key fully into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. DO NOT turn ignition key. The engine cannot start unless the key is inserted into ignition switch.

2.Move throttle control to FAST (rabbit) position.

3.Move choke to the ON position (cold engine start). If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position.

4.Push primer three to five (3-5) times, making sure to cover vent hole when pushing. If engine is warm, push primer only once. Always cover vent hole when pushing. Cool weather may require priming to be repeated.

5.Pull gently on the starter handle until it begins to resist, then pull quickly and forcefully to overcome the compression. Do not release the handle and al- low it to snap back. Return rope SLOWLY to original position. If required, repeat this step.

6.As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to OFF position. If the engine falters, restart engine and run with choke at half-choke position for a short period of time, and then slowly rotate the choke into OFF position.

Engines with Electric Starters

WARNING: The electric starter is equipped with a grounded three-wire power cord and plug, and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. It must be used with a properly grounded three-prong receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock. Follow all instructions carefully prior to operating the electric starter.

WARNING: DO NOT use electric starter in rain.

1.Determine that your home’s wiring is a three-wire grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are unsure. If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows. If you do not have the proper house wiring, DO NOT use the electric starter under any conditions.

2.Insert ignition key fully into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. DO NOT turn ignition key. The engine cannot start unless the key is inserted into ignition switch.

3.Plug the extension cord into the electric switch box located on the engine. Plug the other end of extension cord into a three-prong 120-volt, grounded, AC outlet in a well-ventilated area.

4.Move throttle control to FAST (rabbit) position.

5.Move choke to the ON position (cold engine start). If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position.

6.Push primer three to five (3-5) times, making sure to cover vent hole when pushing. If engine is warm, push primer only once. Always cover vent hole when pushing. Cool weather may require priming to be repeated.

7.Push starter button to start engine. Once the engine starts, immediately release starter button. Electric starter is equipped with thermal overload protection; system will temporarily shut-down to allow starter to cool if electric starter becomes overloaded.

8.As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to OFF position. If the engine falters, restart engine and run with choke at half-choke position for a short period of time, and then slowly rotate the choke into OFF position.

9.After engine is running, disconnect power cord from electric starter. When disconnecting, always unplug the end at the wall outlet before unplugging the opposite end from the engine.

Stopping the Engine

WARNING: To avoid unsupervised engine operation, never leave the engine unattended while running. Turn the engine off after use and remove ignition key

Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine.

1.Move throttle control to STOP position.

2.Remove the ignition key. Removing the key will reduce the possibility of unauthorized starting of the engine while equipment is not in use. Keep the key in a safe place. The engine cannot start without the ignition key.

3.Wipe all snow and moisture from the area around the engine as well as the area in and around the drive control and auger control. Also, engage and release both controls several times.

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Contents 769-04208 Two-Stage Snow Thrower07/09/08 Finding and Recording Model Number Table of ContentsCustomer Support Do not use the engine’s electric starter in the rain Safety SymbolsThere are rotating blades inside Your Responsibility Restrict the usePreparation Safe Operation PracticesTraining Your ResponsibilityDo not modify engine Maintenance & StorageOperation Average Useful LifeSetting Up Your Snow Thrower Shear Pin Storage optional Clean-Out ToolLamp Wiring Harness If equipped Drift Cutters If EquippedOperating Your Snow Thrower Know Your Snow Thrower$26% #/.42 Stopping the Engine Gas & Oil Fill-UpStarting the Engine Engines with Starter Handle non-electric startTo Engage Augers To Engage DriveAuger Control Test Chute Control Making AdjustmentsShift Cable Drive Control & Shift LeverTo adjust the skid shoes You can also check the adjustment as followsSpace between the skid shoes and the ground can be adjusted To adjust the auger control, refer toLubrication Maintaining Your Snow ThrowerEngine AugersRoll the auger belt off the engine pulley. See Figure Auger Belt ReplacementUnhook the support bracket spring from the frame Remove and replace belt in the reverse order Drive Belt ReplacementFriction Wheel Inspection To inspect the friction wheel, proceed as followsTrouble Shooting Problem Cause RemedyWarranty 12.08.06Auger Housing COMPONENTS/COMPOSANTS DU Logement DES Tarières Optional/en option 42CPart RÉF Pièce Description 30 in/po Remarque Lhabitacle peut être légèrement différent 5952Part Description RÉF Pièce 31AE6GKF500 Adressez-vous au «Service après-vente» Parts List Pièces DétachéesFor parts and/or accessories refer to customer support on La page 2 pour ce qui concerne les pièces et/ou accessoiresManual Chute Control Way Chute Control with tall chutePart RÉF Pièce Description Page Page Garantie 06.08.12Solution Causes Problème DépannagePropre Remisage de InstructionsSouffleuse Transmission de courroie la de Remplacement SouffleuseVis la REMARQUEréinstaller de PAS N’oubliez Tarière La de courroie la de RemplacementPatins et plate Lame TarièresRéglages Vitesses de levier Et transmission la de CommandeGoulotte la de Commande Vitesses de changement de CâbleMoteur du Arrêt Électrique Moteur du marche en Mise’huile et d’essence Pleins Faites NePhare Fonctions 4 à goulotte la de CommandeRoues des d’orientation Commande Goulotte la de dégagement de OutilExplosif sont peurs Va les et inflammable Souffleuse la de CommandesAmorçeur La sur consignesOption en cisaillement De goupille la de Remisage Phare du câblage de FaisceauPneus des Pression Échéant cas leCette Remarque Les RemarqueMoyenne utile vie de Durée Remisage et EntretienResponsabilité Votre Gaz de émissions les concernant AvisVotre PréparationFormation ’essence de ManipulationSécurité de Symboles Machine la d’utiliserMatières des Table Vente-après ServiceModèle de numéro le trouver Pour ’utilisation La voir détachées PiècesPhases deux neige à Souffleuse 07/09/08 04208-769

31AE6GKF500 specifications

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