Poulan 96194000500 owner manual Table of Contents

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6.When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower, stop the engine and make certain the collector/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the en- gine.

7.Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting the engine and for transporting the snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous.

8.Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.

9.Never operate the snow thrower without proper guards, and other safety protective devices in place and work- ing.

10.Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where property damage can occur. Keep children and others away.

11.Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.

12.Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when operating in reverse.

13.Disengage power to the collector/impeller when snow thrower is transported or not in use.

14.Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snow thrower (such as wheel weights, counterweights, or cabs).

15.Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never run.

16. Never touch a hot engine or muffler.

Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute

Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the dis- charge chute. To clear the chute:

1.SHUT THE ENGINE OFF!

2.Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have stopped rotating.

3.Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.

Maintenance and Storage

1.Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

2.Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water heaters, space heaters, or clothes dryers. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

3.Always refer to operator’s manual for important details if the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period.

4.Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

5.Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the collector/impeller.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new snow thrower. Ithasbeendesigned,engineeredandmanufactured to give best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your snow thrower properly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

SERIAL NUMBER: ___________________________

DATE OF PURCHASE: _______________________

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE SNOW THROWER HOUSING.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity

2.0 Quarts (2,27 Liters)

and Type:

 

Unleaded Regular only

 

 

Oil Type

SAE 30 (above 40°F)

(API SG–SL):

SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (0° to +40°F)

 

SAE 0W-30 (below 0°F)

 

 

Oil Capacity:

21 Ounces (0,6 Liters)

 

 

Spark Plug:

Champion RJ19LM

Gap:

0.030" (0,762 mm)

 

 

 

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your snow thrower.

Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- age” sections of this owner’s manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES

2-3

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

13

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

3

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

15-17

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

3

STORAGE

17-18

ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION

4-6

TROUBLESHOOTING

18

OPERATION

7-12

REPAIR PARTS

36-47

MAINTENANCE

13-14

3 WARRANTY

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Contents Snow Thrower Model NumberSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers Table of Contents Remove Snow Thrower from Carton Parts Packed Separately in Carton Assembly / PRE-OPERATIONTool BOX See Fig HOW to SET UP Your Snow ThrowerInstall Speed Control ROD See Figs Install Traction Drive Control ROD See FigsInstall Auger Control ROD See Figs Install Discharge Chute / Chute Rotator Head See FigCheck Tire Pressure Ignition KEY OperationKnow Your Snow Thrower PrimerMeets A.N.S.I. Safety Requirements Stopping HOW to USE Your Snow ThrowerUsing the CLEAN-OUT Tool See Fig To Throw Snow See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig Before Starting the Engine If Recoil Starter has Frozen Snow Throwing TipsTo Start Engine Before StoppingMaintenance Engine CleaningShear Bolts See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Adjust Snow Thrower Height Chute DeflectorTo Replace Belts See Fig Storage Other Troubleshooting¡ATENCIÓN! ¡ESTE ALERTO! SU Seguridad Esta Comprometida PreparaciónFuncionamiento Montaje / PRE-OPERACIÓN Sacar LA Máquina Quitanieves DEL Cartón Montaje / PRE-OPERACIÓNMontaje DE LA Biela Como Preparar SU Máquina QuitanievesDesplegar LA Empuñadura Superior Montar LA BielaControlar LA Presión DE LOS Neumáticos DE Mando DE LA Barrena Ver Figs yFamiliarícese CON SU Máquina Quitanieves OperaciónPlacas DE Controlar LA Eyección DE LA Nieve Como Utilizar SU Máquina QuitanievesPararse Lanzar LA Nieve Ver Fig Moverse Adelante Y Atrás Ver FigUsar LA Herramienta Para Limpiar Ver Fig Controlar EL Nivel DE Aceite DEL Motor Ver Fig Antes DE Poner EN Marcha EL MotorRegular LAS Placas DE Deslizamiento Ver Fig Barra DE Arrastre Ver FigSI EL Arrancador DE Retroceso SE HA Congelado Consejos Para Lanzar LA NievePuesta EN Marcha DEL Motor Antes DE PararMantenamiento Recomendaciones GeneralesLubricación Limpieza Pernos DE Seguridad Ver Fig Servicio Y AdjustesPara Ajustar LA Altura DE Máquina Quitanieves Conducto DeflectorVaciar LA Gasolina DEL Depósito DE Carburante Sustituir LAS Correas Vea FigAlmacenimiento MotorOtros Identificacion DE Problemas Page KEY Part Description 205 414280 Knob, Lever Repair Parts Handles Snow Thrower Model Number Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model Number 96194000500 Handles Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model Number 96194000500 Drive Repair Parts Snow Thrower Model Number 96194000500 Drive Page KEY Part Description Page 181038 Decal, Danger Limited Warranty