The Poulan Pro PR241 two stage snow blower is powered by a 208cc gasoline engine with a fuel tank capacity of 0.7 gallons. The PR241 snow blower has a friction disc drive system with six forward speeds and one reverse speed. It is an electric start snow blower which can be started with an electrical connection. My Poulan Pro PR241 review answers a few questions about its features before reaching a conclusion.
How large is the Poulan Pro PR241 snow blower?
Its front housing is 24 inches wide by 23 inches high. It is a two stage snow blower with its first stage, 12-inch auger blades that break up the snow. The blades push the snow toward the second stage, 12-inch impeller blades, which blow the snow out of its snow chute. Its 13-inch wheels have tires for better grip in snowy conditions. The treads are deep enough to provide good traction.
Is the chute controlled from behind the handlebars?
The rotation of the chute and the angle of its deflector can be remotely controlled from the control panel while you walk behind the snow blower. The chute can be rotated through 180 degrees.
Does the Poulan Pro PR241 have a headlight?
No, it does not have a headlight. It is neither a standard feature nor an optional feature.
Do you need to assemble the snow blower after delivery?
Yes, but it is easy and does not take long. The Poulan Pro snow blower manual has sufficient information to help you assemble the snow blower.
How do you start this gas snow blower?
You can start it by pulling the pull-start handle until the engine roars into mechanical life. You can also go for the electric start method.
Poulan Pro PR241: Verdict
The Poulan Pro PR241 gas-powered snow blower seems as easy to assemble and as easy to use as other 24-inch dual stage snow blowers, such as the Ariens Deluxe 24. The engine seems to run fine. It starts up whether you use the pull-start or electric start.
There is no optional headlight accessory available. If you want a Poulan two stage snow blower with a headlight, then you will have to look at the Poulan Pro PR300ES, which has a headlight.
The belt that drives the auger can be troublesome at times. The belt might break after clearing only a few heavy snowfalls. Then comes the trouble with getting it repaired or replaced.
Customer service for Poulan snow blowers seems to be poor. Some owners get lucky and get a snow blower that works fine. Others get a lemon right out of the box. This is not what you would prefer to happen during the snowy season. You need a reliable snow blower.
All things considered, I do not recommend the Poulan Pro PR241 snow blower. Of course, you do not have to listen to my opinion. You may read for yourself what customers think about the Poulan Pro PR241 when you visit its page at Amazon.