Husqvarna 5021 R - Manual (Page 17)

OPERATION
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1. With the engine running, quickly pull the re-
coil starter handle (10) three or four times with
a continuous full arm stroke. This will produce a
loud clattering sound that is not harmful to the
engine or starter.
2. Stop the engine. Wipe all snow and moisture
from the carburetor cover, control levers, and
cables. Also move the choke control (11) and
recoil starter handle (10) several times.
HOW CLEAR A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE
WARNING: Hand contact with the rotating
impeller inside the discharge chute is the
most common cause of injury associated with
snow blowing. Never use your hand to clean out
the discharge chute.
13. (Electric Start) First disconnect the power
cord from the three-hole receptacle. Then,
disconnect the power cord from the switch
box (9).
NOTE: In temperatures below 0° F, allow the
engine to warm up for several minutes before
blowing snow.
WARNING: Never run the engine indoors
or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and colorless deadly gas. Keep hands,
feet, hair, and loose clothing away from any
moving parts located on the engine or the snow
thrower. The temperature of muffler and nearby
areas may exceed 150° F. Avoid these areas.
HOW TO START A WARM ENGINE
(Figure 3) If an engine has been running and is
still warm, leave the choke control (11) in the OFF
position and do not push the primer button (7). If
the engine fails to start, follow the instructions “How
To Start A Cold Engine.”
NOTE: Do not use the primer button (7) to start
a warm engine.
HOW TO START A WARM ENGINE WITH A
FROZEN STARTER
If the electric starter is frozen and will not turn
the engine, follow the instructions below.
1. (Figure 3) Pull out the recoil starter handle (10)
as far as possible.
2. Quickly release the recoil starter handle (10)
to snap back against the recoil starter.
If the engine still fails to start, repeat the two pre-
vious steps until the engine starts. Then, continue
with the directions “How To Start A Cold Engine.”
To help prevent the possible freeze-up of the
recoil starter and of the engine controls, proceed
as follows after each snow removal job.
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SNOW THROWING TIPS
1. This snow thrower will propel itself forward when
the handle is raised enough to cause the auger
blades to contact the ground. The auger should
stop when auger control bar is released. If it does
not stop, see “How To Adjust The Auger Control
Cable” in the Maintenance section.
2. Most efficient snow throwing is accomplished when
the snow if removed immediately after it falls.