Poulan 421104 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”).

LUBRICATION CHART

SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil

See “ENGINE”

in Maintenance section

General

Purpose

Grease

Pivot points

Auger

 

grease fittings

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).

•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.

V-BELTS

Check V-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 V-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 Model Number Snow ThrowerSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers Table of Contents Parts Packed Separately in Carton Remove Snow Thrower from Carton Assembly / PRE-OPERATIONHOW to SET UP Your Snow Thrower Unfold Upper HandleInstall Traction Drive Control ROD See Figs Install Auger Control ROD See FigsCheck Tire Pressure Install Discharge Chute / Chute Rotator Head See FigInstall Chute Deflector Remote Control See Figs Primer OperationKnow Your Snow Thrower Ignition KEYMeets A.N.S.I. Safety Requirements HOW to USE Your Snow Thrower StoppingUsing the CLEAN-OUT Tool See Fig To Move Forward and Backward See FigCheck 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 FrozenMaintenance Cleaning EngineChute Deflector Service and AdjustmentsTo Adjust Snow Thrower Height Shear Bolts See FigTo Replace Belts See Fig Storage Troubleshooting OtherExploded KEY Part Description Auger 24 LH Auger HousingScrapper BAR Auger 24 RHAuger Bearing Bearing PlugWasher Knob BlackPOP Rivet Plastic WasherRotator Head LEVER/CABLE Rotator AssemblyCable Assembly Rotator Pivot BracketKnob RED SpacerRetainer Handle KnobLower Handle Panel Bracket LH Panel Bracket RHHandle Grip Pivot Support WeldmentShifter ROD TOP Impeller ROD AssemblyTraction ROD Assembly Shifter ROD BottomConsole Panel Drive END Plate Speed Selector Assembly43 420900 Drive Plate Assembly Control ARMSprocket Axle ShaftRoll PIN 3/16 Clik PINEngine Mount Plate Tecumseh Engine ModelFrame Belt Cover187831X421 Wheel Assembly LHSafety Ignition KEY 187866X421DECAL, DANGER, Deflector DECAL, DangerDECAL, Poulan PRO, HP/24 DECAL, Poulan PROLimited Warranty

421104 specifications

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