Poulan 418971 Snow Blower User Manual
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1. Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new snow thrower Reading the entire manual will familiar ize you with the unit which will assist you in assembly operation and maintenance of the product Your new snow thrower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for ship ping purposes All parts such as nuts washers bolts etc necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag To ensure safe and proper operation of your snow thrower all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CARTON 1 Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from carton 2 Cutdown all four corners of carton and lay panels flat 3 Removethetwo 2 screws securing the auger housing to the pallet 4 Remove all packing materials except plastic tie holding Speed control rod to lower handle 5 Remove the two 2 plastic ties securing the upper handle to the pallet 6 Remove snow thrower from carton and check carton thoroughly for additional loose parts HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW THROWER TOOL BOX See Fig 10 A toolbox is provided on your snow thrower The toolbox is located on top of the belt cover Store the extra shear bolts nuts and multi wrench provided in parts bag in the toolbox NOTE The multi wrench may2. 28 198636 Bolt Shear 29 174762X479 Skid Plate LH 30 405986X479 Auger Assembly RH 31 405985 479 Auger Assembly LH 32 407768 O Ring 33 407769 Bushing Flange 3 4 34 174681 Washer Thrust 3 4 35 174684 Bearing Thrust 3 4 36 407757 Shaft Impeller 37 174683 Washer Thrust 5 8 38 407758 Bushing Flange 5 8 39 407767 Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 3 4 40 407760 Plug Case 41 407761 Housing Gearbox RH 42 407770 Seal Oil 43 407762 Bushing Flange 1 44 189282 Key Square 1 4 1 4 x 7 8 45 407763 Gear Worm 46 407764 Shaft Auger 47 407765 Housing Gearbox LH 48 175321X479 Impeller Assembly 49 74780426 Screw Hex Head 1 4 20 x 1 5 8 50 407766 Gasket Gearbox 51 7836M Pin Roll 3 16 x 1 1 8 55 198638 Spacer 56 180684 Multi Wrench 57 196710 Gearbox Assembly 58 411939 Plug Bearing Hole NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm IMPORTANT Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer O E M replacement parts Failure to do so could be hazardous damage your snow thrower and void your warranty 21 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER MODEL PR524 96192001503 CONTROL PANEL DISCHARGE CHUTE 07 Chute knob 2 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER MODEL PR524 96192001503 CONTROL PANEL DISCHARGE CHUTE KEY PAR NO NO 414280 17501010 179096X479 73800600 19131316 404974 405784X479 150078 189713X428 10 185600 12 191730 13 72270505 14 179246 15 404770 428 16 178633 428 17 179145
3. 175352 197764 175350X479 175349X479 72270505 189282 188909 175338X479 182504 191080 155377 19111507 10040500 74950512 12000012 179095 9465MI DESCRIPTION Nut Lock 5 16 18 Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 2 Bearing Flange Shaft Auxiliary Spacer Plate Plate Auxiliary Gear Intermediate 12 58 Gear Pinion Rod Clutch Shaft Long Hex Pin Pivot Lever Shifter Wheel Trunnion Bearing Assembly Bracket Pivot Shift Ring Rubber Wheel Plate Rubber Wheel Nut Lock 5 16 18 Hub Rubber Wheel Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 7 8 Retainer Hairpin Spring Bias Gear Axle 58 Teeth Pin Pivot Lever Plate Assembly Drive Shaft Axle Shaft Short Hex Lever Shifter Plate Bracket Shifter Support Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 Key Square 1 4 x 1 4 x 7 8 Bearing Flange Plate Drive Mounting Spacer Bearing Pulley Traction Drive Nut Lock 5 16 18 Washer Flat Washer Lock 5 16 Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 3 4 Ring Retaining Spring Return Pin Roll NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm IMPORTANT Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer O E M replacement parts Failure to do so could be hazardous damage your snow thrower and void your warranty 27 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER MODEL PR524 96192001503 CHASSIS ENGINE PULLEYS 28 REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS ENGINE PULLEYS KEY PART NO NO 1 181044 2 180522 3 2
4. 18 128415 19 414281 20 72270506 21 155415 25 155377 26 198474 27 169675 28 180445 29 187716 30 405400 31 192199 34 194189 OO NOOAO ND NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches DESCRIPTION Knob Lever Screw 10 24 x 5 8 Strap Slotted Nut Lock 3 8 16 Washer Flat 3 8 Control Assembly Chute Rotater Support Pivot Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 3 4 Knob Deflector Bolt Shoulder Nut Lock 1 4 20 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 Washer Nylon Chute Assembly Deflector Assembly Seal Deflector Rivet Blind Knob Speed Control Lever Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 Washer Flat Nut Lock 5 16 18 Lever Assembly Speed Control Retainer Hairpin Rod Upper Speed Control Rod Lower Speed Control Clip Clean Out Tool Tool Clean Out Screw 1 inch 2 25 4 mm IMPORTANT Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer O E M replacement parts Failure to do so could be hazardous damage your snow thrower and void your warranty 23 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER MODEL PR524 96192001503 HANDLES 24 REPAIR PARTS HANDLES SNOW THROWER MODEL PR524 96192001503 KEY PART NO 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 30 31 32 47 48 49 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches NO 412682X479 412681X479 169675 17060408 412677 196333X008 412679X008 412683X479 74780524 74780512 414517X479 414516X479 75115
5. be used for assembly of the chute rotator head to snow thrower and making adjustments to the skid plates UNFOLD UPPER HANDLE 1 Raise upper handle to the operating position and tighten handle knobs securely INSTALL SPEED CONTROL ROD See Figs 1 and 2 1 Remove plastic tie securing rod to lower handle 2 Insert rod into speed control bracket and secure with retainer spring PLASTIC TIE UPPER HANDLE HANDLE KNOB LOWER P d HANDLE FIG 1 SPEED CONTROL ROD RETAINER SPRING SPEED CONTROL CONTROL BRACKET LEVER FIG 2 ASSEMBLY PRE OPERATION INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD See Figs 3 and 4 The traction drive control rod has the long loop on the end of the spring as shown 1 Slide rubber sleeve up rod and hook end of spring into pivot bracket with loop opening down as shown 2 With top end of rod positioned under left side of control panel push rod down and insert top end of rod into hole in drive control bracket Secure with retainer spring TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD RUBBER SLEEVE LOOP ING DOWN A PIVOT BRACKET FIG 3 TRACTION DRIVE RETAINER CONTROL LEVER SPRING BRACKET FIG 4 INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD See Figs 5 and 6 The auger control rod has the short loop on the end of the spri
6. controls quickly Never allow children to operate the equipment Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction Keep the area of operation clear of all persons par ticularly small children Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating the snow thrower in reverse Preparation 1 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats sleds boards wires and other foreign objects Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine motor Donotoperatethe equipment without wearing adequate winter garments Avoid loose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces Handle fuel with care it is highly flammable a Use an approved fuel container b Never add fuel to a running engine or hot en gine Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors d Neverfill containers inside a vehicle or on atruck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place contain ers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling e When practical remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle c WARNING Snow throwers have ex posed rotating
7. parts which can cause severe injury from contact or from ma terial thrown from the discharge chute Keep the area of operation clear of all persons small children and pets at all times including startup CAUTION Muffler and other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after engine has stopped To avoid severe burns on contact stay away from these areas WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemi cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm 0 Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until refuel ing is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device g Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel h If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing im mediately Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surface Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine motor is running except when specifically recommended by manufacturer Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during op eration or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine Operation 1 2 Do not
8. 2 11050500 SNOW THROWER MODEL PR524 96192001503 DESCRIPTION Washer Lock 3 8 Screw Hex Head 3 8 24 x 1 3 8 Guide Belt Belt Cover Assembly Includes Toolbox Cover Cover Toolbox Screw Hex Head 1 4 20 x 1 2 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Bellcrank Shifter Clevis Pin Arm Auger Control Locknut Hex Plate Clutch Link Speed Control Bracket Clutch Hairpin Cotter 3 32 x 1 2 Locknut Hex Plate Shifter Screw Hex Head Pivot Bracket Impeller Idler Arm Pan Frame Bottom Screw Frame Assembly Plate Frame End Shaft Auger Control Washer Hardened Key Safety Washer Lock External Tooth 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER MODEL PR524 96192001503 WHEELS DECALS 1 2 30 REPAIR PARTS WHEELS DECALS PART NO KEY NO 187831X421 155443 187866X421 146315 179830 174697 17490508 NOOR OND KEY PART NO NO 181037 187868 181035 181042 187893 181033 415391 415390 415475 418971 418972 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches SNOW THROWER MODEL PR524 96192001503 DESCRIPTION Wheel Assembly 13 LH Pin Klik 1 4 Wheel Assembly 13 RH Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 3 4 Bearing Axle Washer Thrust 1 Bolt DESCRIPTION Decal Danger Decal Poulan Pro HP 24 Decal Danger Deflector Decal Danger Decal Poulan Pro Decal Instruction Decal Traction Lever Decal Auger Lever Decal Speed Control O
9. 3 19131316 178899 180480 405740 72120618 178643X479 180447 180926 178669 17000616 412680 183352 175262 184471 196943 196944 199513 DESCRIPTION Lever Auger Control RH Lever Traction Drive Control LH Retainer Hairpin Screw Hex Head 1 4 20 x 1 2 Rod Interlock Arm Impeller Rod Arm Traction Rod Panel Control Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 Handle Tube LH Includes Grip Handle Tube RH Includes Grip Nut Lock 5 16 18 Washer Flat 3 8 Knob Handle Rod Auger Control Rod Traction Control Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 2 1 4 Handle Tube Lower Sleeve Spring Spring Traction Drive Spring Auger Control Screw Hex Head 3 8 16 x 1 Spacer Console Panel Screw Hex Head Tapping 10 24 x 1 1 4 Screw Hex Head Tapping 10 24 x 1 2 Mounting Bracket Control Panel RH Mounting Bracket Control Panel LH Grip Handle 1 inch 25 4 mm IMPORTANT Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer O E M replacement parts Failure to do so could be hazardous damage your snow thrower and void your warranty 25 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER MODEL PR524 96192001503 DRIVE REPAIR PARTS DRIVE SNOW THROWER MODEL PR524 96192001503 KEY PART NO NO 751153 17490508 180017 180134 179270 192616X479 180082 180065 403300 180066 178807 178619X479 175344 186951X479 179831 198176X479 73930500 178613 74760514 85179 180135 180081 178695 197763
10. 74780520 150078 59289 166785 175330 179092 10040500 17490508 4 12 410420 13 85179 14 178828 15 408010 16 150406 17 179354 18 74780524 19 175331 20 180523 21 74610516 22 409475 23 180478 24 179157 25 400026 DESCRIPTION Spring Traction Idler Pulley Idler 2 1 4 Engine Tecumseh Model Number LH195SP For engine service and replacement parts call Tecumseh Products at 1 800 558 5402 Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 Screw Washer Flat Nut Jam Lock 5 16 18 Pin Idler Pivot V Belt Traction Drive Washer Lock 5 16 Screw Hex Washer Head 5 16 18 x 1 2 Impeller Arm Assembly Retainer Hairpin Spring Brake V Belt Impeller Drive Screw Hex Head 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Arm Idler Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Bushing Idler Pivot Pulley Idler 2 3 4 Screw Hex Head 5 16 24 x 1 Spacer Engine Pulley Pulley Engine Traction Drive Pulley Engine Impeller Drive Washer Flat 3 8 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches IMPORTANT Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer O E M replacement parts Failure to do so could be hazardous damage your snow thrower and void your warranty KEY PART NO 26 27 28 29 29 NO 850263 851084 155452 192213 178830 17490408 402881 403096X004 198580 405485 191730 402856X004 187101 416717X004 700279 73930500 403097X004 17000616 175324X479 410877 184471 414999X428 403215X428 406109 57079 3506
11. AT BYSTANDERS USE EXTRA CAUTION WHEN OPERATING ON OPERATION ENGINE OIL CAP AUGER DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER WITH DIPSTICK CONTROL is LEVER DRIVE SPEED KEY CONTROL LEVER GASOLINE FILLER CAP N CHUTE EDS DEFLECTOR P d TROL THROTTLE ENGINE CONTROL RECOIL STARTER HANDLE PRIMER NOTE ITEMS ABOVE ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION ON THE ENGINE ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WITH THE ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT AUGERS MEETS A N S I SAFETY REQUIREMENTS HANDLE KNOB MUFFLER TOOLBOX SKID PLATE Our snow throwers conform to the standards of the American National Standards Institute Toolbox used to store spare shear bolts locknuts and wrench Safety ignition key must be inserted for the engine to start and run Remove when snow thrower is not in use Recoil starter handle used for starting the engine Primer pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine Choke control used for starting a cold engine Throttle engine control used to select either FAST or SLOW engine speed and to STOP the engine Auger control lever used to engage auger motion throw snow Discharge chute control lever used to change the di rection the snow is thrown Skid plate used to adjust height of scraper bar from the ground OPERATION The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thr
12. Drive belt is worn 1 Check replace drive belt drive slowing 2 Drive belt is off of pulley 2 Check reinstall drive belt of drive speed 3 Friction drive wheel is worn 3 Contact a qualified service centre department Loss of snow 1 Auger belt is off of pulley 1 Check reinstall auger belt discharge or 2 Auger belt is worn 2 Check replace auger belt slowing of 3 Clogged discharge chute 3 Clean snow chute snow discharge 4 Augers impeller jammed 4 Remove debris or foreign object from augers impeller 19 SNOW THROWER MODEL PR524 96192001503 REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING IMPELLER ASSEMBLY REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER MODEL PR524 96192001503 AUGER HOUSING IMPELLER ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 4 191079 Pulley Impeller 5 188909 Bearing Assembly Flange 6 155377 Nut Hex Flange 5 16 18 7 180355 Bolt Flat Head Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 8 72270505 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 9 163183 Bolt Hex Head 10 404928X428 Housing Auger 11 404931X479 Bar Scraper 12 178675X008 Bracket Corner Discharge 13 175322 Base Discharge Chute 14 10040500 Washer Lock 5 16 15 19111507 Washer Flat 16 74940516 Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 3 4 17 405637 Grease Fitting 18 179582 Screw Hex Head 5 16 x 1 19 73800400 Nut Hex Lock 1 4 20 20 155377 Nut Hex Lock 5 16 18 22 178777X479 Skid Plate RH 25 72270506 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 26 174658 Bearing Auger 27 174697 Washer Thrust 1
13. ED 1 grease TRACTION DRIVE SYSTEM DO NOT lubricate the drive components inside the snow thrower The sprockets hex shafts drive disc and friction wheel require no lubrication The bearings and bushings are lifetime lubricated and require no maintenance CAUTION Any lubricating of the above compo nents can cause contamination of the friction wheel and damage to the drive system of your snow thrower ENGINE See engine manual LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG SL Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 10W30 5W30 F 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Changetheoilafter every 25 hours ofoperationoratleastonce ayearifthe snowthroweris not used for 25 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five b hours of continuous use Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range anticipated before next oil
14. IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away PoulanPRO e me EL L OWNER S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER A WARNING Read the Owner s Manual and P R524 follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so SNOW THROWER can result in serious injury 418971 12 14 07 Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation Printed in U S A IMPORTANT Safe Operation Practices for Walk Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury Look for this symbol to point out im portant safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING Always disconnect spark plug wire and place it where it cannot contact plug in order to prevent acci dental starting when setting up trans porting adjusting or making repairs WARNING This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks driveways and other ground level surfaces Caution should beexercised while using on sloping sur faces Do not use snow thrower on surfaces above ground level such as roofs of residences garages porches or other such structures or buildings Training 1 Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before operating this unit Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the unit and disengage the
15. INE in the Maintenance section of this manual CYLINDER 1 Remove spark plug 2 Pour one ounce 29 ml of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder 3 Pullrecoil starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil 4 Replace with new spark plug OTHER e Remove safety ignition key store it in a safe place e Do not store gasoline from one season to another STORAGE e Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems it to protect it from dust and dirt If possible store your snow thrower indoors and cover e Cover your snowthrower with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your snow thrower to rust IMPORTANT Never cover snow thrower while engine exhaust area is still warm TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a qualified service centre department PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start Fuel shut off valve if so equipped in OFF position Turn fuel shut off valve to OPEN position 2 Safety ignition switch OUT 2 Push safety ignition switch IN 3 Out of fuel 3 Fill fuel tank with fresh clean gasoline 4 Throttle in STOP position 4 Move throttle to FAST position 5 Choke in OFF position 5 Move to FULL position 6 Primer not depressed 6
16. OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 16 Never touch a hot engine or muffler Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow throwers Never use your hand to clean out the dis charge chute To clear the chute 1 SHUT THE ENGINE OFF 2 Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have stopped rotating 3 Always use a clean out tool not your hands Maintenance and Storage 1 Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition 2 Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water heaters space heaters or clothes dryers Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure 3 Always refer to operator s manual for important details if the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period 4 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary 5 Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze up of the collector impeller PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 2 0 Quarts 2 27 Liters Gasoline Capacity and Type Unleaded Regular only Cil Type SAE 30 above 40 F API SG SL SAE 5W 30 or 10W 30 0 to 40 F SAE OW 30 below 0 F Oil Capacity 21 Ounces 0 6 Liters Spark Plug C
17. Prime as instructed in the Operation section of this manual 7 Engine is flooded 7 Wait a few minutes before restarting DO NOT prime 8 Spark plug wire is 8 Connect wire to spark plug disconnected 9 Bad spark plug 9 Replace spark plug 10 Stale fuel 10 Empty fuel tank amp carburetor refill with fresh clean gasoline 11 Water in fuel 11 Empty fuel tank amp carburetor refill with fresh clean gasoline Loss of power 1 Spark plug wire loose 1 Reconnect spark plug wire 2 Throwing too much snow 2 Reduce speed and width of swath 3 Fuel tank cap is covered 3 Remove ice and snow on and around fuel tank cap with ice or snow 4 Dirty or clogged muffler 4 Clean or replace muffler Engine idles or 1 Choke is in FULL position 1 Move choke to OFF position runs roughly 2 Blockage in fuel line 2 Clean fuel line 3 Stale fuel 3 Empty fuel tank amp carburetor refill with fresh clean gasoline 4 Water in fuel 4 Empty fuel tank amp carburetor refill with fresh clean gasoline 5 Carburetor is in need of 5 Contact a qualified service centre department adjustment or overhaul Excessive 1 Loose parts or damaged 1 Tighten all fasteners Replace damaged parts If vibration vibration augers or impeller remains contact a qualified service centre department Recoil starter 1 Frozen recoil starter 1 See IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN is hard to pull in the Operation section of this manual Loss of traction 1
18. RNING Do not operate snow thrower if weather conditions impair vis ibility Throwing snow during a heavy windy snowstorm can blind you and be hazardous to the safe operation of the snow thrower MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE GR E Es low wiji L fw Pt tt lvl il SZ 0 ES LL AE LET FA WSZY SEP A Check Replace Spark Plg i Empty Fuel Tank GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty onthis snow thrower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain snow thrower as instructed in this manual Some adjust ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your snow thrower All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug and check belts for wear A new spark plug will help your engine run better and last longer e Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual NOTE Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts to service this unit Failure to do so can cause the unit to malfunction and pose a risk of injury to the operator BEFORE EACH USE 1 Check engine oil level 2 Check for loose fasteners 3 Checkcontrolsto be sure they arefunctioning properly LUBRICATION Keep your snow th
19. TS The impeller is secured to the impeller shaft with two 2 capscrew shear bolts and hex nuts Should a foreign object or ice become lodged in the impeller the capscrews are designed to break preventing damage to any other com ponents If impeller does not turn when auger control lever is engaged check to see if the capscrews have sheared To replace the capscrew shear bolts 1 Disengage all controls and move throttle control to STOP position Wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug Place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug 16 3 Align holes in impeller hub with holes in impeller shaft and install two 2 new 1 4 20 x 1 5 8 capscrew shear bolts Install 1 4 20 locknuts and tighten securely CAUTION Do not substitute Use only original equipment capscrew shear bolts as supplied with your snow thrower 4 Insertsafety ignition key and reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug 1 4 20 LOCKNUT 1 4 20 x 1 5 8 CAPSCREW SHEAR BOLT lt N IMPELLER HUB 6 y IMPELLER 1 4 20 x 2 SHOULDER SHEAR BOLT FIG 19 TO REMOVE BELT COVER See Fig 20 1 Remove the two screws securing belt cover to frame 2 Remove belt cover e Replace belt cover by installing cover and screws and tighten securely P um SCREWS BELT COVER FIG 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS See Fig 21 The auger and tractio
20. WITH ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT FIG 18 OPERATION TO START ENGINE e Be sure fuel shut off valve is in the OPEN position Your snow thrower engine is equipped with a recoil starter COLD START 1 Insert safety ignition key packed separately in parts bag into ignition slot until it clicks DO NOT turnthe key Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place 2 Place throttle control in FAST position Rotate choke control to FULL position 4 Push the primer four 4 times if the temperature is below 15 F or two 2 times if temperature is between 15 and 50 F If temperature is above 50 F priming is not necessary NOTE Over priming may cause flooding preventing the engine from starting If you do flood the engine wait a few minutes before attempting to start and DO NOT push the primer 5 Pull recoil starter handle quickly Do not allow starter rope to snap back 6 Whentheengine starts release the recoil starter handle and slowly move the choke control to the OFF posi tion Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes Engine will not develop full power until it has reached normal operat ing temperature WARM START Follow the steps above keeping the choke in the OFF position DO NOT push the primer BEFORE STOPPING Run the engine for a few minutes to help dry off any mois ture on the engine IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN If the recoil starter has frozen and will not turn t
21. Warranty does not apply to any product which has been sub jected to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or to normal wear of the product 5 Exclusions Excluded from this Warranty are belts shear pins normal wear normal adjustments standard hard ware and normal maintenance 6 Inthe event you have a claim under this Warranty you must return the product to an authorized service dealer Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty please contact Poulan P In Canada contact oulan Pro Customer Service Department Poulan Pro Customer Service Department 1030 Stevens Creek Hoad 5855 Terry Fox Way Mississauga Ontario Augusta GA 30907 USA L5V 3E4 giving the complete mfg ID serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WAR RANTIES Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from locale to locale This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson Moss Act of 1975 Po
22. ached to the top of the discharge chute is provided to direct discharging snow away from the operator If the deflector becomes damaged it should be replaced WARNING To avoid serious injury never operate your snow thrower with the deflector removed or damaged Tochangedirection and or distance snowis discharged see TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE in the Op eration section of this manual SHEAR BOLTS See Fig 19 AUGER SHEAR BOLTS Both right and left hand augers are secured to the auger shaft with a shoulder shear bolt and hex nut Should a for eign object or ice become lodged in the augers the shear bolts are designed to break preventing damage to any other components If one or both augers do not turn when auger control lever is engaged check to see if one or both of the bolts have sheared To replace the shear bolts 1 Disengage all controls and move throttle control to STOP position Wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug Place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug 3 Align hole in auger hub with hole in auger shaft and install anew 1 4 20 x2 shoulder shear bolt and spacer Install 1 4 20 lock nut and tighten securely CAUTION Do not substitute Use only original equipment shear bolts as supplied with your snow thrower 4 Insert safety ignition key and reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug IMPELLER SHEAR BOL
23. change All oil must meet API service classification SG SL sure snow thrower is on level surface 15 Oil will drain more freely when warm Catch oil in a suitable container NOTE The left side wheel may be removed from snow thrower for easier access to the oil drain plug and place ment of a suitable container The unit tilted resting on the frame with the left wheel removed will help drain any oil trapped inside the engine See TO REMOVE WHEELS in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual 1 Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug Place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug Clean area around drain plug Remove drain plug and drain oil in a suitable container Install drain plug and tighten securely Wipe off any spilled oil from snow thrower and engine Install left wheel if removed for draining oil Be sure to install klick pin into proper hole in wheel axle See TO REMOVE WHEELS in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual 7 Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine 8 Refill engine with oil through oil dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual 9 Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading Keep oil at FULL line on dipsti
24. ck 10 Wipe off any spilled oil MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug at the beginning of each season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in the PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual CLEANING IMPORTANT For best performance keep snow thrower housing free of any dirt or trash Clean the outside of your snow thrower after each use oar wh WARNING Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug Place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug e Keep finished surfaces wheels free of gasoline oil etc We not recommend using a garden hose to clean your snow thrower unless the electrical system muffler and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in shortened engine life SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING To avoid serious injury before performing any service or adjustments Be sure throttle is in STOP position Remove safety ignition key Make sure the augers and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot contact plug SNOW THROWER TO ADJUST SNOW THROWER HEIGHT See TO ADJUST SKID PLATES and SCRAPER BAR in the Operation section of this manual CHUTE DEFLECTOR The chute deflector att
25. ckwasher and flat washer securing pulley to engine crankshaft Remove outside auger pulley only from crankshaft 5 SEPARATE SNOW THROWER With your assistant standing in the operating position holding the handles remove the two 2 bolts holding the auger housing and frame together WARNING As the last bolt is removed have your assistant carefully lower the handles down to the ground 6 REMOVE HAIRPIN FROM CLUTCH ROD and remove clutch rod from swing plate Tip swing plate forward 7 REMOVE AUGER BELT from around pulley 8 RELIEVE TENSION ON TRACTION DRIVE BELT IDLER and remove traction drive belt from around pulleys HINT Insert a 3 8 drive ratchet in the ON position into the square hole in idler arm and rotate ratchet clockwise to relieve tension 9 With tension relieved on idler install new traction drive belt around pulleys and inside belt keepers 10 Install clutch rod in swing plate secure with hairpin 11 Place auger belt around and inside the groove of auger pulley only 12 While your assistant slowly raises handles to rejoin the auger housing and frame assembly pull up on the auger belt and squeeze sides together above pulley So belt is fully seated in groove of pulley 13 Bring snow thrower completely together and check carefully for proper routing of belts If auger belt has become dislodged from the pulley by catching the idler arm bracket while bringing snow thrower together s
26. eparate the snow thrower and repeat step 10 Belt must be fully seated in pulley groove when bringing the snow thrower together 14 Install the two 2 hex bolts and tighten securely 15 INSTALL ENGINE PULLEY Place beltin pulley groove and slide pulley on crankshaft Install flat washer lockwasher and bolt and tighten securely 41 47 N m torque Make sure belt is inside belt keeper 16 INSTALL BELT COVER and two 2 screws Tighten securely 17 INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE See INSTALL DIS CHARGE CHUTE CHUTE ROTATER HEAD in the Assembly Pre Operation section of this manual BELT KEEPER es TRACTION DRIVE BELT ENGINE PULLEY FLAT WASHER LOCKWASHER BOLT IDLERARM Z AUGER SQUARE s ZU BELT HOLE CLUTCHING Z IDLER ARM T BRACKET AUGER AUGER PULLEY HOUSING FIG 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEELS See Fig 22 e Remove the klik pin and remove wheel from axle IMPORTANT When installing wheel be sure to use the in nermost hole in axle and the wheel hub hole To disengage drive system from the wheels for pushing or transporting the snow thrower remove klik pin from wheel hub and insert pin into the outermost hole in axle only KLIK PIN OUTER HOLE INNER HOLE WHEEL HUB FIG 22 NOTE To seal punctures or prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and co
27. etween the scraper bar and the ground Use a middle position if the surface to be cleared is uneven NOTE It is not recommended to operate the snow thrower over gravel or rocky surfaces Objects such as gravel rocks or other debris can easily be picked up and thrown by the impeller which can cause serious personal injury property damage or damage to the snow thrower If snow thrower must be operated over gravel surface use extra caution and be sure skid plates are adjusted to lowest highest scraper clearance position 1 Shut off engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Adjustskid plates by loosening the hex nuts then mov ing skid plate to desired position Be sure both plates are adjusted evenly Tighten securely HIGH POSITION LOW GROUND CLEARANCE AUGER HOUSING LOW POSITION HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE FIG 17 SCRAPER BAR See Fig 17 The scraper bar is not adjustable but is reversible After considerable use it may become worn When it has worn almost to the edge of the housing it can be reversed providing additional service before requiring replacement Replace a damaged or worn scraper bar 12 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL See Fig 18 The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped from the factory already filled with oil 1 Check engine oil with snow thrower on level ground 2 Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw t
28. ever to handle to engage the auger and throw snow e Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL LEVER FIG 14 USING THE CLEAN OUT TOOL See Fig 15 In certain snow conditions the discharge chute may be come clogged with ice and snow Use the clean out tool to dislodge this blockage When cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain all controls are disengaged and the au ger impellerandall moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent ac cidental starting e Release the auger control lever and shutoffthe engine Removetheclean outtool from it s mounting clip Grasp the tool firmly by the handle and push and twist the tool into the discharge chute to dislodge the blockage After the packed snow has been dislodged return the clean out tool to it s mounting clip by pushing it into the clip 11 e Makesurethe discharge chute is pointed in a safe direc tion no vehicles buildings people or other objects are inthe direction of discharge before restarting the engine Restart the engine then squeeze the auger control lever to the handle to clear snow from the auger hous ing and the discharge chute MOUNTING CLIP FIG 15 TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD See Fig 16 SELF PROPELLING forward and reverse movement of the snow thrower is c
29. hampion RJ19LM Gap 0 030 0 762 mm CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules e Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your snow thrower e Followthe instructions under Maintenance and Stor age sections of this owner s manual TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 5 cres rnit nni nna dv 2 3 PRODUCT 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4 ASSEMBLY 5 7 OPERATION eene 8 13 MAINTENANCE eene 14 15 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ee 14 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 16 18 STORAGE eene rennen anas 18 19 TROUBLESHOOTING eere 19 REPAIR PARTS eese 20 31 32 PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON 1 AUGER CONTROL ROD 1 TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD 1 CHARGE CHUTE 3 RETAINER ROTATER HEAD MOUNTING SPRINGS O N 8 U OQ l EY N C DWASHER 3 8 1 LOCKNUT 3 8 2 SAFETY IGNITION KEYS EXTRA SHEAR BOLTS AND NUTS Hi I KO 4 SHOULDER BOLTS 8 LOCKNUTS 4 CAPSCREWS 1 4 20 x 2 AUGER SHAFT 1 4 20 1 4 20 x 1 5 8 IMPELLER ASSEMBLY PRE OPERATION
30. he engine proceed as follows 1 Grasp the recoil starter handle and slowly pull as much rope out of the starter as possible 2 Release the recoil starter handle and let it snap back against the starter If the engine still fails to start repeat the above steps e 13 SNOW THROWING TIPS Always operate the snow thrower with the engine at full throttle Full throttle offers the best performance Go slower deep freezing or heavy wet snow Use the drive speed control NOT the throttle to adjust speed e itis easier and more efficient to remove snow imme diately after it falls e best time to remove snow is the early morning At this time the snow is usually dry and has not been ex posed to the direct sun and warming temperatures e Slightly overlap each successive path to ensure all snow will be removed e Throw snow downwind whenever possible e Adjust the skid plates to proper height for current snow conditions See TO ADJUST SKID PLATES in this section of this manual e For extremely heavy snow reduce the width of snow removal by overlapping previous path and moving slowly e Keep engine clean and clear of snow during use This will help air flow and extend engine life e Aftersnow throwingis completed allow engine to run for a few minutes to melt snow and ice off the engine e Clean the entire snow thrower thoroughly after each use and wipe dry so it is ready for next use WA
31. ight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill Tochange engine oil see TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL in the Maintenance section of this manual ADD GASOLINE See Fig 18 e Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck Do not over fill Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness WARNING Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can at tract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE PRIMER ENGINE OIL FILL CAP DIPSTICK IGNITION GASOLINE FILLER CAP FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE RECOIL STARTER HANDLE NOTE ALL ITEMS ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY
32. n drive belts are not adjustable If the belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear they should be replaced It is recommended that the belt s be replaced by a Sears service centre department NOTE It is recommended that both the auger and traction drive belt be replaced at the same time The V belts on your snowthrower are of special construction and should be replaced by original equipment manufacturer OEM belts available from your nearest Sears service centre department Using other than OEM belts can cause personal injury or damage to the snow thrower WARNING Belt replacement requires separation of the snow thrower While separating the auger housing from the frame assembly it is important that an assistant stand in the operating position and hold the snow thrower handles Serious personal injury and or damage to the unit could occur if the snowthrower should fall during the belt changing process FRAME ASSEMBLY AUGER HOUSING HANDLES 1 REMOVE GASOLINE FROM FUEL TANK Drain gasoline from fuel tank into a suitable container out doors away from fire or flame Wipe up any spilled gasoline 2 REMOVE DISCHARGE CHUTE Loosen locknut securing chute rotator head to mounting bracket only enough to allow chute rotator head to be raised and discharge chute to be removed from snow thrower 3 REMOVE BELT COVER See TO REMOVE BELT COVER in this section of this manual 4 REMOVEENGINE PULLEY Remove bolt lo
33. ng as shown 1 Slide rubber sleeve up rod and hook end of spring into control arm with loop opening up as shown 2 With top end of rod positioned under right side of control panel push down on rod and insert end of rod into hole in auger control bracket Secure with retainer spring AUGER CONTROL ROD RUBBER SLEEVE CONTROL ARM FIG 5 AUGER CONTROL ROD AUGER RETAINER SPRING b BRACKET FIG 6 ASSEMBLY PRE OPERATION INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE CHUTE ROTATOR HEAD See Fig 7 NOTE The multi wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to install the chute rotator head 1 Place discharge chute assembly on top of chute base with discharge opening toward front of snow thrower 2 Position chute rotator head over chute bracket If neces sary rotate chute assemblyto align square and pin on un derside of chute rotator head with holes in chute bracket 3 With chute rotator head and chute bracket aligned position chute rotator head on pin and threaded stud of mounting bracket 4 Install 3 8 washer and locknut on threaded stud and tighten securely Ov 3 8 LOCKNUT 3 8 WASHER THREADED STUD ROTATOR HEAD CHUTE ALIGN BEFORE MOUNTING BRACKET TIGHTENING LOCKNUT BRACKET FIG 7 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your snow thrower were overinflated at the fac tory for shipping purposes Correct and equal tire pressure is important for best snow thro
34. ob counterclockwise to disengage aN OFF FULL FIG 11 TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE See Figs 12 amp 13 WARNING Snow throwers have ex posed rotating parts which can cause severe injury from contact or from ma terial thrown from the discharge chute Keep the area of operation clear of all persons small children and pets at all times including startup WARNING If the discharge chute or auger become clogged shut off engine and wait for all moving partsto stop Use the clean out tool NOT YOUR HANDS to unclog the chute and or auger The DIRECTION in which snow is to be thrown is controlled by the discharge chute control lever e To change the discharge chute position press down ward on discharge chute control lever and move lever left or right until chute is in desired position Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER FIG 12 The DISTANCE that snow is thrown is controlled by the position of the chute deflector Set the deflector low to throw snow a short distance set the deflector higher to throw snow farther e Tochangethe deflector position loosen knob move de flector to desired position and tighten knob securely OPERATION HIGH CHUTE DEFLECTOR LOW POSITION FIG 13 TO THROW SNOW See Fig 14 The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever located on the right side handle e Squeeze auger control l
35. ontrolled by the traction drive control lever located on the left side handle e Squeezetraction drive control lever to handle to engage the drive system e Release traction drive control lever to stop the forward or reverse movement of the snow thrower SPEED and DIRECTION are controlled by the drive speed control lever e Press downward on the speed control lever and move lever to desired position BEFORE engaging the trac tion drive control lever Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position CAUTION Do not move speed control lever when traction drive control lever is engaged Damage to the snow thrower can result e Slower speeds are for heavier snow and faster speeds are for light snow and transporting the snow thrower It is recommended that you use a slower speed until you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL LEVER DRIVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER OPERATION TO ADJUST SKID PLATES See Fig 17 NOTE The wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to adjust the skid plates Skid plates are located on each side of the auger housing and adjust the clearance between the scraper bar and the ground surface Adjust skid plates evenly to proper height for current surface conditions For removal of snow in normal conditions such as a paved driveway or sidewalk place skid plates in the highest position lowest scraper clearance to give a 1 8 clearance b
36. own into the eyes which canresultin severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your snow thrower or performing any adjust ments or repairs We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel or attempting to start the engine STOPPING TRACTION DRIVE e Release traction drive control lever to stop the forward or reverse movement of the snow thrower AUGER Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow ENGINE 1 Move throttle control to STOP position 2 Remove do not turn safety ignition key to prevent unauthorized use WEAR YOUR FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT NOTE Never use choke to stop engine TO USE FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE See Fig 9 The fuel shut off valve is located beneath the fuel tank on the engine Always operate the snow thrower with the fuel shut off valve in the OPEN position FIG 9 TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL See Fig 10 The throttle control is located on the engine Always operate the snow thrower with the engine at full throttle Full throttle offers the best snow thrower performance 10 TO USE CHOKE CONTROL See Fig 11 The choke control is located on the engine Use the choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine To engage choke turn knob clockwise Slowly turn kn
37. put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross ing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic After striking a foreign object stop the engine motor remove the wire from the spark plug disconnect the cord on electric motors thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for any damage and repairthe damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine motor and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Stop the engine motor whenever you leave the oper ating position before unclogging the collector impeller housing or discharge chute and when making any repairs adjustments or inspections 6 Whencleaning repairing or inspectingthe snow thrower stopthe engine and make certain the collector impeller and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the en gine 7 Do not run the engine indoors except when starting the engine and for transporting the snow thrower in or out of the building Open the outside doors exhaust fumes are dangerous 8 Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes 9 Neveroperatethe snow thrower without proper guards and other safety protective devices in place and wo
38. rk ing 10 Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where property damage can occur Keep children and others away 11 Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate 12 Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when operating in reverse 13 Disengage power to the collector impeller when snow thrower is transported or not in use 14 Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snow thrower such as wheel weights counterweights or cabs 15 Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles Walk never run CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new snow thrower Ithas been designed engineered and manufactured to give best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized service center We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your snow thrower properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THEMODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ONADECALATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE SNOW THROWER HOUSING YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE
39. rower well lubricated See LUBRICATION CHART SNOW THROWER Always observe the safety rules when performing any maintenance TIRES e Maintain proper air pressure in both tires 14 17 PS I 19 24 5 N m e Keeptires free of gasoline and oil which can harm rubber NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion bow J E Er LUBRICATION CHART D SAE 5W 30 Motor Oil Q See ENGINE in Maintenance section 3 General Purpose Grease Auger 7 f grease fittings Engine oil V BELTS Check V belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear See TO REMOVE BELT COVER in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual The V belts on your snow thrower are of special construction and should be replaced by original equipment manufacturer OEM belts available from your nearest dealer Using other than OEM belts can cause personal injury or damage to 14 the snow thrower MAINTENANCE AUGER GEAR CASE e The gear case was filled with lubricant to the proper level at the factory The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the gear case f lubricant is required use only Ronex
40. rrosion ENGINE See engine manual CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable Engine performance should not be affected at altitudes up to 7 000 feet 2 134 meters If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems take your snow thrower to a qualified service centre ENGINE SPEED Nevertamper with the engine governor which is factory set for proper engine speed Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous and will void the warranty If you think the engine governed high Speed needs adjusting contact a qualified service centre which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments STORAGE Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more WARNING Never store the snow thrower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light as ona furnace water heater clothes dryer or gas appliance Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure SNOW THROWER When snow thrower is to be stored for a period of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a clean dry area 1 Clean entire snow thrower See CLEANING in the Maintenance section of this manual 2 Inspect and replace belts if necessary See TO RE PLACE BELTS inthe Service and Adjustments section of this man
41. ual 3 Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual 4 Besurethatallnuts bolts screws and pins are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary 5 Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting ENGINE See engine manual FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT It is importantto prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose ortank during storage Also alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty e Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur e Use fresh fuel next season NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in min imizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allowthe stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean en gine oil See ENG
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43. wing performance Reduce tire pressure to 14 17 PSI 19 24 5 N m OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Compare the illustrations with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference These symbols may appear on your snow thrower or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning A D o sa DANGER ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE PRIMER OR WARNING ON OFF LL f uL n READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE OF THIS PRODUCT FUEL OIL FORWARD REVERSE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE A DANGER 4 DANGER BLOCKAGES MUST NOT BE TO AVOID INJURY FROM CLEARED OUT UNTIL THE ENGINE ROTATING AUGER KEEP IS SHUT OFF AND THE CLEAN HANDS FEET AND NEVER USE YOUR HAND TO CLOTHING AWAY CLEAN OUT THE CHUTE IGNITION KEY INSERT TO START AND RUN PULL OUT TO STOP n DISENGAGED A Af AA e READ AND FOLLOW OWNER S MANUAL NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE SNOWTHROWERS KEEP ALL SHIELDS AND GUARDS IN PLACE WHILE OPERATING SHUT OFF ENGINE AND REMAIN BEHIND HANDLES UNTIL ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED BEFORE UNCLOGGING OR SERVICING UNIT w SNOW TRACTION GRAVEL SURFACES DISCHARGE DRIVE CONTROL TO AVOID THROWN OBJECT INJURIES NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE
44. wner s Manual English Owner s Manual French 1 inch 2 25 4 mm IMPORTANT Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer O E M replacement parts Failure to do so could be hazardous damage your snow thrower and void your warranty 31 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship For a period of two 2 years from date of purchase by the original consumer pur chaser we will repair or replace at our option without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions This warranty does not apply to the engine or components parts thereof Please refer to the applicable manu facturer s warranty on these items Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by the manufacturer The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished This
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