Poulan 96194000506, 424027 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 adjust- ments 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. / 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 and

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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 the snow thrower.

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Contents Snow Thrower Model NumberSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers Table of Contents Parts Packed Separately in Carton Assembly / PRE-OPERATIONRemove Snow Thrower from Carton Install Speed Control ROD See Figs HOW to SET UP Your Snow ThrowerInstall Traction Drive Control ROD See Figs Tool BOX See FigInstall Discharge Chute / Chute Rotator Head See Fig Install Auger Control ROD See FigsCheck Tire Pressure Know Your Snow Thrower OperationPrimer Ignition KEYMeets A.N.S.I. Safety Requirements Stopping HOW to USE Your Snow ThrowerTo USE Choke Control See Fig To Control Snow Discharge See FigsTo 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 FigScraper BAR See Fig Check Engine OIL Level 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 Storage Other TroubleshootingPreparación ¡ESTE ALERTO! SU Seguridad Esta ComprometidaFuncionamiento Montaje / PRE-OPERACIÓN Responsabilidades DEL ClienteSacar LA Máquina Quitanieves DEL Cartón Montaje / PRE-OPERACIÓNDesplegar LA Empuñadura Superior Como Preparar SU Máquina QuitanievesMontar LA Biela Montaje DE LA BielaControlar LA Presión DE LOS Neumáticos DE Mando DE LA Barrena Ver Figs yFamiliarícese CON SU Máquina Quitanieves OperaciónCumple CON LOS Requisitos DE Seguridad DE LA A.N.S.I Como Utilizar SU Máquina Quitanieves Controlar LA Eyección DE LA NievePararse Usar EL Control DE LA Estrangulación Ver FigUsar LA Herramienta Para Limpiar Ver Fig Lanzar LA Nieve Ver FigMoverse Adelante Y Atrás Ver Fig Puesta EN Marcha DEL Motor Antes DE Poner EN Marcha EL MotorAntes DE Parar Consejos Para Lanzar LA NievePuesta EN Marcha CON EL Motor Frío Arrancador Eléctrico Recomendaciones Generales MantenamientoLubricación Limpieza Para Ajustar LA Altura DE Máquina Quitanieves Servicio Y AdjustesConducto Deflector Pernos DE Seguridad Ver FigVaciar LA Gasolina DEL Depósito DE Carburante Sustituir LAS Correas Vea FigMotor AlmacenimientoOtros Identificacion DE Problemas Exploded KEY Part Description Auger Assembly LH Auger HousingAuger Assembly RH Scrapper BARBearing Plug Auger BearingPOP Rivet Knob BlackWasher Plastic WasherRotator Head LEVER/CABLE Rotator AssemblyRotator Pivot Bracket Pulley PivotRepair Parts Snow Thrower Model Number 96194000506 Handles Handle Grip Panel Bracket LH Panel Bracket RHLower Tube Pivot SupportCarriage Bolt 5/16−18 X 155377 NUT 5/16−18 169675 Part KEY Description Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model Number 96194000506 Drive END Plate 43 402689 Drive Plate AssemblyControl ARM Clevis PINAxle Shaft Repair Parts Drive Snow Thrower Model NumberRoll PIN 3/16 SprocketFrame Engine ModelEngine Mount Plate Belt CoverWheel Assembly LH Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model Number 96194000506 Wheels187831X417 187866X417Safety Ignition KEY Power CordRetainer PIN Wrench181038 Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model Number 96194000506 DecalsDECAL, Danger DECAL, DANGER, DeflectorService Notes Service Notes Service Notes Limited Warranty