Troy-Bilt 500 series manual Setting UP Your Snow Thrower, Unpacking, Before Assembly

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SECTION 2: SETTING UP YOUR SNOW THROWER

NOTE: The snow thrower is shipped with oil and WITHOUT GASOLINE. After assembly, refer to separate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations.

NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models, handle panels, lights and chute cranks are some features that may vary by model. Not all features referenced in this manual are applicable to all snowthrower models.

Unpacking

Cut along corners of the carton and lay it down flat. Remove packing material.

Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.).

Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for any remaining loose part.

Handle Knob

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Loose Parts

Your snow thrower has been assembled at the factory except the parts shipped loose in the carton. These are listed below.

a. Electric Start Cord (optional) b. Shear Pins and Cotter Pins

Before Assembly

Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side of the snow thrower is from the operating position only. Exceptions, if any, will be specified.

Setting up the Snow Thrower

1.

Raise the upper handle assembly in the direction

 

 

shown in Figure 1. Align the upper handles with the

Figure 2

 

lower handle.

 

 

2.

Tighten two handle knobs firmly to secure the

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upper handle to the lower handles. See Figure 1.

 

3.Slide the shift rod connector down over the end of the lower shift rod. Tap the connector until it locks over the lower shift rod. See Figure 2.

NOTE: If the connector is not properly assembled, the

Chute

shift rod will pivot and changing speed or direction ofAssembly the snow thrower will not be possible.

Chute Assembly (all models)

1.

Apply a light lubricant (i.e. 3-in-1 oil) to the base of

 

 

the chute assembly.

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2.

Place the chute assembly on the lip of the chute

 

 

adapter. See Figure 3.

 

Figure 3

Connector

Shift Rod

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Training Important Safe Operation PracticesYour Responsibility Maintenance And StorageBefore Assembly Setting UP Your Snow ThrowerSetting up the Snow Thrower UnpackingChute Clean-Out Tool Final AdjustmentsLamp Wire optional Skid Shoe Auger Control TestDrive Control & Shift Lever Know The Controls Operating Your Snow ThrowerTire Pressure Pneumatic Tires Drive Control/ Auger Control LockStarting The Engine Stopping Snow ThrowerBefore Starting Gas & Oil Fill-Up Recoil Starter Electric StarterTo Stop The Snow Thrower Before StoppingTo Engage Drive To Engage AugersMaintaining Your Snow Thrower Chute Clean-Out ToolGeneral Recommendations EngineCheck V-Belts Service & AdjustmentCheck Friction Wheel Check Chute CablesShave Plate and Skid Shoes Replacing BeltReplacing Skid Shoe Auger BeltDrive Belt Friction Wheel RubberDrive Clutch AdjustmentsAuger Clutch Shift RodChute Control OFF-SEASON StorageTroubleshooting TWO Year Limited Warranty 43A Part RÉF Pièce Description Jante Page 30 in/po 27-28 in/po Part RÉF Pièce Description Auger Housing COMPONENTS/COMPOSANTS DU Logement DES Tarières Page Page 31A-5002