Poulan PRO PP521ES - Manual

5 Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Use 1. No parts required – Unfold the handle. 2. Carriage bolts Flange nutsWashersKnobChuteDeflector 5 42111 Install the discharge chute. Install the discharge chute.Install the discharge c...

6 Product Overview Figure 6 1. Discharge chute2. Chute deflector handle3. Fuel tank cap4. Control bar5. Recoil start handle6. Primer7. Choke lever 8. Electric-start button (if equipped) 9. Oil drain plug 10. Drive belt cover *11. Oil fill cap/dipstick 12. Ignition key 13. Chute deflector 5 9 2 6 10 ...

8 Starting the Engine 1. Push key in (Figure 9). 2. Move choke lever to left position (Figure 10). 3. Firmly push in the primer 2 times with your thumb, holding the primer in a for a second before releasing it each time (Figure 11). NOTE: Remove your glove when you push in the primer so that air can...

12 Maintenance NOTE: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Check for Loose FastenersClean / Inspect Snow ThrowerClean / Replace V-BeltsCheck / Replace Auger Blades and Scraper BarLubrication Chart Check Engine Oil LevelChange Engine Oil Inspect Muffler...

13 Adjusting the Control Cable Checking the Control Cable Release the control bar to remove the slack in the control cable (Figure 20). IMPORTANT: The control cable must contain some slack when you disengage the control bar for the auger blades to stop properly. NOTE: You may need to adjust the cont...

14 Changing the Engine Oil Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. 4. Place an oil drain pan under the oil drain plug, remove the oil drain plug, and tip the snowthrower backward and drain the used oil in the oil drain pan...

15 Servicing the Spark Plug Use a NGK BPR6ES, Champion RN9YC, or BOSCH WR6DC spark plug or equivalent. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.2. Rotate the discharge chute so that it faces forward.3. Remove the discharge chute and the discharge chute handle by removing the three ca...

16 Replacing the Drive Belt If drive belt becomes worn, oil-soaked, excessively cracked, frayed, or otherwise damaged, replace the belt.1. Remove the drive side cover by removing the six screws as shown in (Figure 30). 2. Press down on front of idler arm to release the belt tension (Figure 30). 3. R...

18 Troubleshooting See appropriate section in manual unless directed to an authorized service center/department. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Safety ignition key is not inserted. 1. Insert safety ignition key. 2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 3. ON/OFF swit...

32 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate- rials and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, ...