Husqvarna ST 324P warranty Maintenance, General Recommendations, Before Each USE, Lubrication

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MAINTENANCE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

LUBRICATION CHART

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 adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your snow thrower.

At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Ad- justments section of this manual.

•At least 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”).

➀SAE 30 Motor Oil

➁See “ENGINE” in Maintenance section

➀Pivot points

➁Engine 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.).

•Keep tires free of gasoline and oil, which can harm rubber.

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.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers Table of Contents Uhmw Skid Plates Parts Packed Separately in CartonUnfold 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 FigsInstall Discharge Chute / Chute Rotator Head See Fig Install Chute Deflector Remote Control See FigsCheck Tire Pressure Know Your Snow Thrower OperationRecoil auxiliary starter handle used for starting the engine Meets A.N.S.I. Safety RequirementsStopping HOW to USE Your Snow ThrowerUsing the CLEAN-OUT Tool See Fig To Throw Snow See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig To Transport Before Starting the EngineBefore Stopping To Start EngineIf Recoil Starter has Frozen Snow Throwing TipsLubrication MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations Before Each USEEngine CleaningShear Bolts See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Adjust Snow Thrower Height Chute DeflectorTo Replace Belts See Fig Carburetor To Adjust Cable Tension See FigTo Adjust Traction Belt and Auger Belt Tension To Remove Wheels See FigEngine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemProblem Cause Correction TroubleshootingConsumer Wheeled Products Limited Warranty HOW to Obtain Service Consumer Wheeled Limited Warranty Chart Armor Protected Stamped Deck Shell Example Below Service Notes Service Notes 06/17/2014 AP
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