Assembly, Warning – Poulan 530165221 User Manual

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If the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen

ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before

attempting to operate under power.

Keep the rotor clear of debris.

Do not throw snow near other people. The

snow thrower could propel small objects at

high speed causing injury.

After striking a foreign object, stop the en-

gine, disconnect spark plug and inspect the

snowthrower for damage and repair if nec-

essary before restarting unit.

Never operate the snowthrower near glass

enclosures, automobiles and trucks.

Never attempt to use the snowthrower on a

roof.

Never operate the snowthrower near win-

dow wells, dropoffs, etc.

Never discharge snow onto public roads or

near moving traffic.

Clear snow from slopes by going up and

down; never across. Use caution when

changing directions. Never clear snow

from steep slopes.

Let snowthrower run for a few minutes after

clearing snow so moving parts do not

freeze.

Look behind and use care when backing

up. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or fal-

ling, especially when operating in reverse.

Know how to stop quickly.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

If received assembled,

repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly

assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-

aged parts.

NOTE:

If you need assistance or find parts

missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the

empty fuel tank.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal

due to carburetor adjustments and testing

done by the manufacturer.

TOOLS REQUIRED

Hex wrench (provided)

INSTALLING PRUNER OR LINE

TRIMMER ATTACHMENTS

CAUTION:

When removing or installing at-

tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for

stability.

1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob

counterclockwise.

Coupler

Knob

LOOSEN

TIGHTEN

Shipping

protector

2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.

3. Remove the shaft cap from the attach-

ment (if present).

4. Position locking/release button of attach-

ment into guide recess of coupler.

5. Push the attachment into the coupler until

the locking/release button snaps into the

primary hole.

6. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-

curely by turning clockwise.

Coupler

Primary Hole

Upper

Shaft

Locking/

Release

Button

Lower

Attachment

Guide Recess

WARNING:

Make sure the locking/

release button is locked in the primary hole

and the knob is securely tightened before op-

erating the unit. All attachments are designed

to be used in the primary hole.

For optional attachments, see the AS-

SEMBLY section of the applicable attach-

ment instruction manual.

SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

Proper shoulder strap

adjustments must be made with the engine

completely stopped before using unit.

1. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit

and balance before starting the engine or

beginning a cutting operation.

2. Insert your right arm and head through

the shoulder strap and allow it to rest on

your left shoulder. Make sure the danger

sign is centered on your back and the

hook is to the right side of your waist.

NOTE:

A one-half twist is built in the shoul-

der strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the

shoulder.

3. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be

about 3 -- 6 inches (8 -- 15 cm) below the

waist.

4. Fasten the strap hook to the clamp lo-

cated between the throttle handle and the

assist handle and lift the tool to the oper-

ating position.

NOTE:

It may be necessary to relocate the

shoulder strap clamp on the shaft for proper

balancing of unit.

TO RELOCATE SHOULDER STRAP

CLAMP:

1. Loosen and remove both clamp screws.

2. Place the upper shoulder strap clamp

over the upper shaft.