Poulan PP1130SB User Manual - Page 12

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 rear 1/2" hex nut only, then moving skid plate to desired position. Be sure both plates are adjusted evenly. Tighten securely. HIGH POSITION (LOW GROUND CLEARANCE) AUGER HOUSING SKID PLATE 1/2" HEX NUT LOW POSITION (HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE) SCRAPER BAR FIG. 18 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. 19) 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. ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 20) • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. 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 gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation 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. CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE PRIMER ENGINE OIL FILL CAP / DIPSTICK SAFETY IGNITION KEY AUGER HOUSING GASOLINE FILLER CAP STORAGE POSITION DRIFT CUTTER RECOIL STARTER HANDLE FUEL SHUTOFF VALVE STARTER BUTTON POWER CORD PLUG ADJUSTMENT NUT NOTE: ALL ITEMS ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION. ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WITH ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT. TO START ENGINE FIG. 20 • Be sure fuel shut-off valve is in the OPEN position. FIG. 19 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 20) 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. 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. 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. 12 WARNING: Do not use the electric starter if your house is not a 120 Volt A.C. three-wire grounded system. Serious personal injury or damage to your snow thrower could result.