McCulloch 96192004001 owner manual Storage, Other, Fuel System, Engine OIL, Cylinder

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your snow thrower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.

WARNING: Never store the snow thrower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or gas appliance. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

SNOW THROWER

When snow thrower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

1.Clean entire snow thrower (See “CLEANING” in the Maintenance section of this manual).

2.Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See “TO RE- PLACE BELTS” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

3.Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual.

4.Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

5.Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

ENGINE

See engine manual.

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in min- imizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER

1.Remove spark plug.

2.Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder.

3.Pull recoil starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil.

4.Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

Remove safety ignition key; store it in a safe place.

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

If possible, store your snow thrower indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt.

Cover your snow thrower with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe, which allows condensation to form and will cause your snow thrower to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover snow thrower while engine/ex- haust area is still warm.

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Contents MC624ES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers Table of Contents Parts Packed Separately in Carton Assembly / PRE-OPERATIONHOW to SET UP Your Snow Thrower Remove Snow Thrower from CartonInstall Speed Control ROD See Figs Install Traction Drive Control ROD See FigsUnfold Upper Handle Install Auger Control ROD See Figs Install Discharge Chute / Chute Rotater Head See FigCheck Tire Pressure Primer OperationKnow Your Snow Thrower Ignition KEYMeets A.N.S.I. Safety Requirements Electric start button used for starting the engineTo USE Fuel SHUT-OFF Valve See Fig HOW to USE Your Snow ThrowerStopping To USE Choke Control See FigUsing the CLEAN-OUT Tool See Fig To Throw Snow See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig Scraper BAR See Fig To Adjust Skid Plates See FigBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL Level See FigBefore Stopping Snow Throwing TipsTo Start Engine If Recoil Starter has FrozenBefore Each USE MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations LubricationCleaning EngineChute Deflector Service and AdjustmentsTo Adjust Snow Thrower Height Shear Bolts See FigTo Replace Belts See Fig Carburetor To Adjust Cable Tension See FigTo Remove Wheels See Fig Engine SpeedFuel System StorageOther Engine OILTroubleshooting Exploded KEY Part Description Auger Assembly RH Auger HousingAuger Assembly LH Scrapper BARSkid Plate LH Auger BearingBearing Plug Skid Plate RHDeflector Seal Chute WeldmentDeflector Weldment StrapCable Assembly Heat Shield LEVER/CABLE Rotator AssemblyCable Assembly Adjustable Rotator HeadLower Handle 196944X431 Panel Bracket LH 196943X431 Panel Bracket RHHandle Grip Pivot Support WeldmentKnob RED SpacerRetainer Handle KnobShifter ROD TOP Impeller RODTraction ROD Shifter ROD BottomInterlock CAM Console PanelInterlock Spring Torsion SpringRepair Parts Snow Thrower - Model Number MC624ES Drive Speed Selector AssemblyDrive Plate Assembly Rubber RingSprocket Axle ShaftRoll PIN 3/16 Clik PIN427963X428 Complete LCT EngineFrame Engine Mounting PlateIdler ARM Bracket Impeller BeltTraction Belt Idler PulleyWheel Assembly LH 432331X421432332X421 Safety Ignition KEY 422663181037 DECAL, DangerService Notes Service Notes Limited Warranty