Poulan 435555, 96198003001 owner manual Maintenance

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MAINTENANCE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this 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 adjustments 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.

•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.Check controls to be sure they are functioning properly.

LUBRICATION

Keep your snow thrower well lubricated (See “LUBRICATION CHART”).

LUBRICATION CHART

SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil

See “ENGINE” in

Maintenance section

General

Purpose

Grease

Pivot points

Engine

Auger

oil

grease fittings

SNOW THROWER

Always observe the safety rules when performing any maintenance.

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in both tires (14–17 P.S.I.).

•Keeptiresfreeofgasolineandoil,whichcanharmrubber.

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	14
and corrosion.	14

BELTS

Check 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 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 the snow thrower.

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Contents Model Number Snow ThrowerSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers Table of Contents Parts Packed Separately in Carton Remove Snow Thrower from Carton Assembly / PRE-OPERATIONHOW to SET UP Your Snow Thrower Unfold Upper HandleInstall Traction Drive Control ROD See Figs Install Auger Control ROD See FigsCheck Tire Pressure Install Discharge Chute / Chute Rotator Head See FigInstall Chute Deflector Remote Control See Figs Primer OperationKnow Your Snow Thrower Ignition KEYMeets A.N.S.I. Safety Requirements Recoil auxiliary starter handle used for starting engineTo USE Fuel SHUT-OFF Valve See Fig HOW to USE Your Snow ThrowerStopping To USE Choke Control See FigTo Throw Snow See Fig Using the CLEAN-OUT Tool See FigTo Adjust Skid Plates See Fig To Move Forward and Backward See FigTo USE Drift Cutters See Fig Before Starting the EngineScraper BAR See Fig Check Engine OIL Level See FigBefore Stopping Snow Throwing TipsTo Start Engine If Recoil Starter has FrozenMaintenance Cleaning EngineChute Deflector Service and AdjustmentsTo Adjust Snow Thrower Height Shear Bolts See FigTo Replace Belts See Fig Carburetor To Adjust Cable Tension See FigTo Remove Wheels See Fig Engine SpeedFuel System StorageOther Engine OILTroubleshooting Scrapper BAR Auger HousingKEY Part Description Auger BearingExploded Bearing Gearbox Assembly178675X008 Corner Bracket Clean OUT Tool Impeller PulleySkid Plate LH Auger Assembly 30 LHAuger Assembly 30 RH Skid Plate RH181160X431 Drift Cutter BAR Plastic WasherChute Snow Shield Knob BlackPOP Rivet Shield Retainer StrapRotator Head LEVER/CABLE Rotator AssemblyCable Assembly Adjustable Rotator Pivot BracketRepair Parts Snow Thrower Model PP291E30 Handles Lower Handle Loop Handle LHLoop Handle RH Pivot Support WeldmentHandle Knob SpacerKnob RED Washer 3/8Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 X 155377 NUT 5/16-18 169675 Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model PP291E30 Drive Speed Selector AssemblyDrive Plate Assembly Rubber RingRoll PIN 3/16 Repair PartsAxle Shaft Sprocket427963X428 Complete LCT EngineFrame Engine Mounting PlateIdler ARM Bracket Impeller BeltTraction Belt Idler Pulley432335X421 Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model PP291E30 WheelsWheel Assembly LH 432336X421422663 Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model PP291E30 BAG of PartsSafety Ignition KEY DECAL, DANGER, Deflector Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model PP291E30 DecalsDECAL, Danger DECAL, InstructionLimited Warranty