Poulan 96192004501, 437920 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”).

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 and corrosion.

LUBRICATION CHART

SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil

See “ENGINE”

in Maintenance section

General

Purpose

Grease

Pivot points

Auger

grease fittings

Engine oil

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

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Contents Snow Thrower Model NumberSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers Table of Contents HOW to SET UP Your Snow Thrower Assembly / PRE-OPERATIONParts Packed Separately in Carton Remove Snow Thrower from CartonInstall Traction Drive Control ROD See Figs Install Speed Control ROD See FigsUnfold Upper Handle Install Discharge Chute / Chute Rotator Head See Fig Install Auger Control ROD See FigsCheck Tire Pressure Know Your Snow Thrower OperationPrimer Ignition KEYRecoil auxiliary starter handle used for starting the engine Meets A.N.S.I. Safety RequirementsStopping HOW to USE Your Snow ThrowerTo USE Fuel SHUT-OFF Valve See Fig To USE Choke Control See FigTo Throw Snow See Fig Using the CLEAN-OUT Tool See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig Before Starting the Engine To Adjust Skid Plates See FigCheck Engine OIL Level See Fig ADD Gasoline See FigTo Start Engine Snow Throwing TipsBefore Stopping If Recoil Starter has FrozenMaintenance Engine CleaningTo Adjust Snow Thrower Height Service and AdjustmentsChute Deflector Shear Bolts See FigTo Replace Belts See Fig To Remove Wheels See Fig To Adjust Cable Tension See FigCarburetor Engine SpeedOther StorageFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Exploded Tool Clip KEY Part DescriptionScraper BAR Auger HousingAuger 27 LH Auger 27 RHBearing Plug Auger BearingSkid Plate LH Skid Plate RHDeflector Weldment Chute WeldmentDeflector Seal StrapCable Assembly Adjustable LEVER/CABLE Rotator AssemblyRotator Head Rotator Pivot BracketLoop Handle LH Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model XT627ES HandlesLoop Handle RH Lower HandleImpeller ROD 180480Traction ROD RetainerKnob RED SpacerHandle Knob Washer 3/8Console Panel Wire HarnessHeadlight Bezel Flood HeadlightRepair Parts Snow Thrower Model XT627ES Drive Speed Selector Repair Parts Frame Complete LCT Engine428684 Wheel Assembly LH Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model XT627ES Wheels432335X428 432336X428Safety Ignition KEY Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model XT627ES BAG of Parts422663 DECAL, Danger Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model XT627ES DecalsDECAL, Instruc DECAL, DANGER, DeflectorService Notes Service Notes Limited Warranty
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