Poulan XT1053ES Maintenance, General Recommendations, Before Each USE, Lubrication, Snow Thrower

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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS	LUBRICATION CHART

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.

At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Ad- justments section of this manual.

•At least 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”).

➀SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil

➁ See “ENGINE” in

Maintenance section

➂ General

Purpose

Grease

➀ Pivot points

➁

Engine oil

SNOW THROWER

Always observe the safety rules when performing any maintenance.

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in both tires (14–17 P.S.I. / 19-24.5 N-m).

•Keep tires 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.

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Contents Model Number Snow ThrowerSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers Table of Contents Parts Packed Separately in Carton Assembly / PRE-OPERATIONHOW to SET UP Your Snow Thrower Remove Snow Thrower from CartonRemove plastic tie securing rod to lower handle Install Speed Control ROD See FigsUnfold Upper Handle Install Auger Control ROD See Figs Install Discharge Chute / Chute Rotater Head See FigInstall Chute Deflector Remote Control See Figs Check Tire PressurePrimer OperationKnow Your Snow Thrower TractionAuger control lever used to engage auger motion throw snow Meets A.N.S.I. Safety RequirementsDeflector remote control lever used to change Distance the snow is thrownHOW to USE Your Snow Thrower StoppingTo Throw Snow See Fig Using the CLEAN-OUT Tool See FigPower Steering Operation See Fig Release the auger control lever and shut off the engineCheck Engine OIL Level See Fig To Adjust Skid Plates See FigBefore Starting the Engine ADD Gasoline See FigBefore Stopping Snow Throwing TipsTo Start Engine If Recoil Starter has FrozenBefore Each USE MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations LubricationCleaning EngineChute Deflector Service and AdjustmentsTo Adjust Snow Thrower Height Shear Bolts See FigTo Replace Belts See Fig Storage OtherTroubleshooting Exploded KEY Part Description CARRIAGEBOLT5/16−18X.625 Auger HousingScrapper BAR Auger Bearing420497X479 Auger Assembly 30 LHAuger Assembly 30 RH 420498X479Deflector Weldment Deflector Control AssemblyChute Weldment Deflector SealRotator Pivot Bracket LEVER/CABLE Rotator AssemblyRotator Head Pulley Pivot405784X479 Pivot Support Weldment Loop Handle LHLoop Handle RH Knob RED SpacerRetainer Handle KnobShifter ROD TOP Impeller ROD AssemblyTraction ROD Assembly Shifter ROD BottomHeadlight Bezel Wire HarnessConsole Panel Flood HeadlightRepair Parts Snow Thrower - Model Number XT1053ES Drive Washer 43 420900 Drive Plate AssemblyEND Plate Control ARM01.03.002-A 409346X505 Frame KEY Part Description ENGINE, TECModel LH358SA-159628A 417014X505 Engine Mount PlateImpeller Belt Belt CoverTraction Belt Repair Parts Snow Thrower - Model Number XT1053ES Wheels Cable Bracket LH Cable Bracket RHWheel Lobe CoverWheel Driver Retainer Ring Clutch SlideSafety Ignition KEY 35062DECAL, Poulan PRO XT 10.5 HP/30 181037DECAL, Danger DECAL, DANGER, DeflectorService Notes Limited Warranty