Bolens 1026 - Manual (Page 13)

Controls (continual)
Fig. 4-6
Section 5
Operation
Pre-Start Checklist
1. Review "Safety" and "Controls".
2. Check unit for loose or missing
lardware. Service as required.
3. Check engine oil level.
4. Check gas level in tank.
5. Check skid shoes and scraper blade
dr wear and proper adjustment.
7. Check discharge chute crank for
reedom of movement. Adjust discharge
;hute and deflector cap to desired direc-
:ion and angle of discharge.
8. Make sure chute guard is installed.
9. Check handlebar control levers for
reedom of movement.
:0. Inflate tires evenly (8 to 12 psi).
lOTE: To help prevent snow from
iticking inside deflector, spray discharge
ihute and auger-impeller housing with
ilicone lubricant.
Filling Fuel Tank
1. Fill tank as follows;
A DANGER
DANGER
EXPLOSION AND FiRE HAZARD.
• Never fill gas tank when engine is
running or hot. Allow engine and
muffler to cool at least two minutes
before refueling.
• DO NOT allow flames, sparks,
matches or smoking
within 50 feet of unit.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors in a well-
ventilated area.
• Wipe up ail spills and move unit
away from gasoline fumes
before starting engine.
• Store gasoline in an approved
gasoline container out of
reach of children.
EXPLOSION AND FiRE HAZARD.
• Store gasoline only in
a well-ventilated area.
’ DO NOT store gasoline where vapors
may reach an open spark or flame.
• Never refuel gas tank
with optional
electrical starter installed.
A. Unscrew gas tank cap.
B. Insert a clean funnel into gas tank
or use a fuel container with a flexible pour
spout to pour gas into tank.
C. DO NOT fill gas tank completely.
Leave approximately 1/2" (13 mm) of air
space between fuel and tank neck.
D. Reinstall gas tank cap and wipe
up spilled gas.
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