Poulan 435560, 96194000901 owner manual Table of Contents

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6.When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower, stop the engine and make certain the collector/impel- ler 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 engine.

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.Never operate the snow thrower without proper guards, and other safety protective devices in place and work- 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.

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.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new snow thrower. It has been designed, engineered and manu- factured to give best possible dependability and perfor- mance.

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: _______________________

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE SNOW THROWER HOUSING.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity 0.5 Gallons (1,9 Liters)

and Type: Unleaded Regular only

Oil Type

SAE 30 (above 50°F)

(API SG–SL):

SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (32° to 50°F)

 

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

 

 

Oil Capacity:

32 Ounces (0,9 Liters)

 

 

Spark Plug:

F6RTC

Gap:

0.030" (0,762 mm)

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your snow thrower.

•Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- age” sections of this owner’s manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES

2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

3

ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION

5-7

OPERATION

8-13

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

14

MAINTENANCE

14-15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

16-18

STORAGE

19

TROUBLESHOOTING

20

REPAIR PARTS

22-39

3 WARRANTY

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Contents Snow Thrower Model NumberSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers Table of Contents Parts Packed Separately in Carton Unfold Upper Handle Assembly / PRE-OPERATIONHOW to SET UP Your Snow Thrower Remove Snow Thrower from CartonInstall Auger Control ROD See Figs Install Traction Drive Control ROD See FigsInstall Discharge Chute / Chute Rotater Head See Fig Install Chute Deflector Remote Control See FigsCheck Tire Pressure Ignition KEY OperationKnow Your Snow Thrower PrimerRecoil auxiliary starter handle used for starting engine Meets A.N.S.I. Safety RequirementsStopping HOW to USE Your Snow ThrowerUsing the CLEAN-OUT Tool See Fig Power Steering Operation See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig Check Engine OIL Level See Fig To Adjust Skid Plates See FigBefore Starting the Engine Scraper BAR See FigIf Recoil Starter has Frozen Snow Throwing TipsTo Start Engine Before StoppingLubrication MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations Before Each USECleaning Snow ThrowerEngine Shear Bolts See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Adjust Snow Thrower Height Chute DeflectorTo Replace Belts See Fig Engine Speed To Adjust Cable Tension See FigTo Remove Wheels See Fig CarburetorEngine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemTroubleshooting KEY Part Description Exploded Impeller Pulley Gearbox Assembly178675X431 Corner Bracket Clean OUT Tool BearingBearing Plug Skid Plate LHSkid Plate RH Auger BearingDeflector Spring Knob BlackPOP Rivet Chute Snow Shield 419822X431 Shield Retainer StrapRotator Head LEVER/CABLE Rotator AssemblyCable Assembly Adjustable Cable Assembly Heat ShieldInterlock CAM Loop Handle LHLoop Handle RH Interlock SpringWasher 3/8 SpacerKnob RED Handle KnobShifter ROD Bottom Impeller RODTraction ROD Shifter ROD TOPConsole Panel Wire HarnessLower Handle Pivot Support WeldmentSprocket Axle ShaftExploded Rubber Ring AssemblyDrive Plate Assembly Speed SelectorEngine Mounting Plate Complete LCT EngineFrame 427963X428Idler Pulley Impeller BeltTraction Belt Idler ARM BracketClutch Slide CoverWheel Driver Retainer Ring Wheel LobeWheel Assembly LH Cable Bracket LHCable Bracket RH 422663 Safety Ignition KEYDECAL, Instruction 181037DECAL, Danger DECAL, DANGER, DeflectorHOP Limited Warranty

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