Poulan PO8527ESA Maintenance, Snow Throwing Tips, General Recommendations, Before Each Use

OPERATION

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

•Always operate the snow thrower with the engine at full throttle. Full throttle offers the best performance.

•Go slower in deep, freezing or heavy wet snow. Use the drive speed control, NOT the throttle, to adjust speed.

•It is easier and more effi cient 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 vis- ibility. Throwing snow during a heavy, windy snowstorm can blind you and be hazardous to the safe operation of the snow thrower.

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS	NOTE: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that	parts to service this unit. Failure to do so can cause the unit
	to malfunction and pose a risk of injury to the operator.
have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain	BEFORE EACH USE
snow thrower as instructed in this manual. Some adjust-
	1. Check engine oil level.
ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain
your snow thrower. All adjustments in the Service and	2.	Check for loose fasteners.
Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at	3.	Check controls to be sure they are functioning properly.
least once each season.
• Once a year, you should replace the spark plug and	LUBRICATION
check belts for wear. A new spark plug will help your	Keep your snow thrower well lubricated
engine run better and last longer.
• Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual.	14 (See “LUBRICATION CHART”).