Poulan 96198002501, 424714 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.

LUBRICATION CHART

SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil

See “ENGINE”

in Maintenance section

General

Purpose

Grease

Pivot points

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. / 19-24.5 N-m).

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

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and corrosion.

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 the snow thrower.

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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 OperationRecoil auxiliary starter handle used for starting Meets A.N.S.I. Safety RequirementsDrive speed control lever used to select forward or Stopping HOW to USE Your Snow ThrowerTo Throw Snow See Fig Using the CLEAN-OUT Tool See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig Before Starting the Engine Before Stopping Snow Throwing TipsIf Recoil Starter has Frozen Maintenance Engine CleaningTo Adjust Snow Thrower Height Service and AdjustmentsChute Deflector Frame Auger Assembly Housing Handles Carburetor StorageEngine Speed Fuel SystemCylinder OtherTroubleshooting KEY Part Description Auger Housing / Impeller AssemblyAuger 27 RH Auger 27 LHSkid Plate LH Skid Plate RHExploded 178675X008 Corner Bracket Clean OUT Tool Gearbox AssemblyBearing Impeller PulleyControl Panel / Discharge Chute Cable Assembly LEVER/CABLE Rotator AssemblyRotator Head Rotator Pivot Bracket419797X479 HandlesLower Tube 01.08.004-B Control Lever LH Control PanelSpacer RetainerCarriage Bolt 5/16−18 X 155377 NUT 5/16−18 169675 Drive Drive Plate Assembly Speed Selector AssemblyShoulder Screw END PlateRoll PIN 3/16 Axle ShaftSprocket Clik PINENGINE, TEC Chassis / Engine / PulleysFrame Engine Mount PlateTraction Belt Belt CoverImpeller Belt Wheels Wheel Assembly LHBAG of Parts Safety Ignition KEY35062 181037 DecalsDECAL, Danger DECAL, DANGER, DeflectorService Notes Service Notes Limited Warranty