User manual PARTNER PSB240

[. . . ] Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using this machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets. [. . . ] Adjust skid plates by loosening the rear 13 mm (1/2") hex nut only, then moving skid plate to desired position. When it has worn almost to the edge of the housing, it can be reversed, providing additional service before requiring replacement. Before starting the engine Check engine oil level (Q) The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with oil. 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. To change engine oil, see "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. If you do flood the engine, wait a few minutes before attempting to start and DO NOT push the primer. When the engine starts, release the recoil starter handle and slowly move the choke control to the "OFF" position. Engine will not develop full power until it has reached normal operating temperature. WARM START - RECOIL STARTER Follow the steps above, keeping the choke (E) in the "OFF" position. Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole grounded 220 Volt A. While the engine is running, push starter button and spin the starter for several seconds. NOTE: The unusual sound made while starter is spinning will not harm the engine or starter. Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first, then from the engine. While the engine is running, pull the recoil starter handle with rapid, full arm strokes three or four times. NOTE: The unusual sound made while pulling the recoil starter handle will not harm the engine or starter. 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. 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 (SB270, SB300, SB927, SB1130). Run the engine for a few minutes to help dry off any moisture on the engine. [. . . ] Belt must be fully seated in pulley groove when bringing the snow thrower together. Install the two hex bolts (F) and lock washers (G) and tighten securely. (SB240, SB524) IMPORTANT: When installing wheel, be sure to use the axle hole closest to the end of the shaft (C) ­ DO NOT use the hole in the wheel hub (D). Inner hole in axle and hole in wheel hub are not used for your model snow thrower. [. . . ]