Poulan 961940007, 421102 owner manual To Throw Snow See Fig, Using the CLEAN-OUT Tool See Fig

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OPERATION

TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 15)

The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever located on the right side handle.

•Squeeze auger control lever to handle to engage the auger and throw snow.

•Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow.

AUGER

CONTROL

LEVER

FIG. 15

USING THE CLEAN-OUT TOOL (See Fig. 16)

In certain snow conditions, the discharge chute may be- come clogged with ice and snow. Use the clean-out tool to dislodge this blockage.

When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain all controls are disengaged and the au- ger/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent ac- cidental starting.

•Release the auger control lever and shut off the engine.

•Remove the clean-out tool from it's mounting clip. Grasp the tool firmly by the handle and push and twist the tool into the discharge chute to dislodge the blockage.

After the packed snow has been dislodged, return the clean- out tool to it's mounting clip by pushing it into the clip.

•Make sure the discharge chute is pointed in a safe direc- tion (no vehicles, buildings, people, or other objects are in the direction of discharge) before restarting engine.

•Restart the engine, then squeeze the auger control lever to the handle to clear snow from the auger hous- ing and the discharge chute.

DISCHARGE CHUTE

CLEAN-OUT

TOOL

MOUNTING

CLIP

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 17)

SELF-PROPELLING, forward and reverse movement of the snow thrower, is controlled by the traction drive control lever located on the left side handle.

•Squeeze traction drive control lever to handle to engage the drive system.

•Release traction drive control lever to stop the forward or reverse movement of the snow thrower.

SPEED and DIRECTION are controlled by the drive speed control lever.

•Press downward on the speed control lever and move lever to desired position BEFORE engaging the trac- tion drive control lever. Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position.

CAUTION: Do not move speed control lever when traction drive control lever is engaged. Damage to the snow thrower can result.

•Slower speeds are for heavier snow and faster speeds are for light snow and transporting the snow thrower. It is recommended that you use a slower speed until you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower.

NOTE: When both traction drive and auger control levers are engaged, the traction drive control lever will lock the auger control lever in the engaged position. This will allow you to release your right hand from the handle and adjust the discharge chute direction without interrupting the snow throwing process.

TRACTION DRIVE

CONTROL LEVER

DRIVE SPEED

CONTROL LEVER

FIG. 17

POWER STEERING OPERATION (See Fig. 18)

Steering triggers are used to assist in steering your snow thrower. The triggers are located on the underside of each handle. When a trigger is squeezed, it disengages the drive wheel on that side of snow thrower and allows it to turn in that direction.

•To turn left – squeeze left side trigger.

•To turn right – squeeze right side trigger.

LH TURN

RH TURN

TRIGGER

TRIGGER

FIG. 16

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FIG. 18

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Contents Snow Thrower Model NumberSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers Table of Contents Parts Packed Separately in Carton Chute Deflector Remote ControlUnfold Upper Handle Assembly / PRE-OPERATIONHOW to SET UP Your Snow Thrower Remove Snow Thrower from CartonInstall Auger Control ROD See Figs Install Traction Drive Control ROD See FigsCheck Tire Pressure Install Discharge Chute / Chute Rotater Head See FigInstall Chute Deflector Remote Control See Figs Ignition KEY OperationKnow Your Snow Thrower PrimerRecoil auxiliary starter handle used for starting engine Meets A.N.S.I. Safety RequirementsStopping HOW to USE Your Snow ThrowerTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig Using the CLEAN-OUT Tool See FigPower Steering Operation See Fig To Throw Snow See FigADD Gasoline See Fig To Adjust Skid Plates See FigBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL Level See FigIf Recoil Starter has Frozen Snow Throwing TipsTo Start Engine Before StoppingLubrication MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations Before Each USEEngine CleaningSnow Thrower Shear Bolts See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Adjust Snow Thrower Height Chute DeflectorTo Replace Belts See Fig Other StorageTroubleshooting Exploded KEY Part Description Scrapper BAR Auger HousingAuger Assembly 30 LH Auger Assembly 30 RHBearing Plug Auger BearingDeflector Seal Deflector Control AssemblyChute Weldment Deflector WeldmentPulley Pivot LEVER/CABLE Rotator AssemblyRotator Head Rotator Pivot BracketLoop Handle LH 419798X479Washer 3/8 SpacerKnob RED Handle KnobShifter ROD Bottom Impeller ROD AssemblyTraction ROD Assembly Shifter ROD TOPConsole Panel Wire HarnessLower Handle Pivot Support WeldmentRepair Parts Snow Thrower Model 961940007 96194000700 Drive Bottom PAN Speed Selector AssemblyDrive Plate Assembly END Plate01.03.002-A 417014X428 Engine Mount Plate KEY Part Description Tecumseh Engine ModelLH358SA-159628A Impeller Belt Belt CoverTraction Belt Clutch Slide CoverWheel Driver Retainer Ring Wheel LobeCable Bracket RH Cable Bracket LH35062 Safety Ignition KEYDECAL, Danger 181037Service Notes HOP Limited Warranty

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