Bolens 2P5 - Manual (Page 7)

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Know
Your Snow
Thrower
Choke Lever
Activating choke control closes the choke plate on
carburetor and aids in starting engine. Refer to the engine
manual packed with unit for more detailed instructions.
Primer
Depressing primer forces fuel directly into engine’s
carburetor to aid in cold-weather starting. Refer to engine
manual packed with unit for more detailed instructions.
Ignition Key
The ignition key must be inserted and snapped in place
in order for the engine to start. Remove the ignition key to
prevent unauthorized use of equipment. Do NOT attempt
to turn the key.
Recoil Starter
The starter handle is used to manually start the engine.
Electric Starter (If Equipped)
Used to start engine with a 120V power source.
NOTE: On certain models the electric starter is located
on the right side of the shroud.
Plug for Electric Start
Requires use of a three-prong outdoor extension cord
and a 120V power source.
Auger
When engaged, the augers rotation draws snow into the
auger housing and throws it out the discharge chute.
Rubber paddles on the augers also aid in propelling the
unit as they come in contact with the pavement.
Auger Control Handle
Located on the upper handle, the auger control handle
is used to engage and disengage drive to the auger.
Squeeze the control handle against the upper handle to
engage auger; release it to disengage.
Discharge Chute / Chute Handle
Refer to Set-Up.
Shave Plate
The shave plate maintains contact with pavement as
the snow thrower is propelled, allowing snow close to
pavement’s surface to be discharged.
Figure 4-1
Be familiar with
all the controls on
the snow thrower
and their proper
operation. Know how
to stop the machine
and disengage them
quickly.
WARNING
Ignition Key
Oil Fill
Primer
Gasoline
Cap
Electric
Starter
Outlet Recoil
Starter
Oil Drain
Choke
Control
Throttle
Control
Electric
Starter
Button
Auger Control
Recoil Starter
Gasoline Cap
Chute Control Handle
Chute
Assembly
Shave Plate
Auger
Oil Fill