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

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	.
	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.	2
2.	Place the chute assembly on the lip of the chute
	adapter. See Figure 3.

Figure 3

Connector

Shift Rod

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