Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 428707 Poulan
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OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER: 961940008 SNOW THROWER Always W ear Eye Protection During Operation IMPORT ANT MANU AL Do Not Throw Away W ARNING: Read the Owner's Manual and fol low all W arnings and Safety In struc tions. F ail ure to do so can result in serious injury .
2 IMPORT ANT Safe Operation Practices for W alk-Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. F ailure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury . WARNING: This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks, driveways and other ground level surfaces.
3 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.
4 P ARTS P ACKED SEP ARA TEL Y IN CARTON AS SEMBL Y / PRE-OPERA TION Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new snow thrower . Reading the entire manual will familiar- ize you with the unit, which will assist you in assembly , operation and maintenance of the product.
5 AS SEMBL Y / PRE-OPERA TION SPEED CON TROL ROD SPEED CONTROL BRACKET RET AINER SPRING SPEED CONTROL LEVER FIG. 2 SPEED CONTROL ROD HANDLE KNOB L OWER HANDLE PL ASTIC TIE UPPER HANDLE FIG. 1 INST ALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 3 and 4) The traction drive control rod is installed on the snow thrower .
6 AS SEMBL Y / PRE-OPERA TION AUGER CONTROL LEVER AUGER CONTROL ROD AUGER CONTROL BRACKET RET AINER SPRING FIG. 6 INST ALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6) 1. Retrieve vinyl sleeve and spring from bag of parts and retrieve the auger control rod from carton chute tray .
7 OPERA TION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERA TING YOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments.
8 OPERA TION ON / OFF switch - used to STOP the engine. T raction drive control lever - used to engage power - pro pelled for ward or reverse motion of snow thrower . Auger control lever - used to engage auger motion (throw snow). Discharge chute control knob - used to change the di rec tion the snow is thrown.
9 The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your snow thrower or performing any ad just- ments or repairs. We recommend standard safe ty glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
10 TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK WARD (See Fig. 15) SELF-PROPELLING, forward and reverse movement of the snow thrower , is controlled by the traction drive control lever located on the left side handle. • Squeeze traction drive control lever to handle to en gage the drive system.
11 TO ADJUST SKID PL A TES (See Fig. 16) NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to adjust the skid plates. Skid plates are located on each side of the auger housing and adjust the clearance between the scraper bar and the ground surface.
12 OPERA TION SNOW THROWING TIPS • Go slower in deep, freezing or heavy wet snow . Use the drive speed control, NOT the ON / OFF switch, to adjust speed. • It is easier and more efficient to remove snow im me- di ate ly after it falls. • The best time to remove snow is the early morning.
13 GENERAL REC OM MEN DA TIONS The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have been sub ject ed to operator abuse or negligence. T o receive full value from the warranty , operator must maintain snow thrower as in struct ed in this manual.
14 MAINTENANCE AUGER GEAR CASE • The gear case was filled with lubricant to the proper level at the factory . The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the gear case. • If lubricant is required, use only Ronex ED #1 grease.
15 3. Align holes in impeller hub with holes in impeller shaft and install two (2) new 1/4-20 x 1-5/8" capscrew/shear bolts. Install 1/4-20 locknuts and tighten securely . CAUTION: Do not substitute. Use only original equip ment capscrew/shear bolts as sup plied with your snow thrower .
16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 8. RELIEVE TENSION ON TRACTION DRIVE BEL T IDLER and remove traction drive belt from around pulleys. HINT : Insert a 3/8" drive ratchet (in the “ON” position) into the square hole in idler arm and rotate ratchet clockwise to relieve tension.
17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 21) • Remove the klik pin and remove wheel from axle. IMPORT ANT : When installing wheel, be sure to use the in- nermost hole in axle and the wheel hub hole.
18 STORAGE Immediately prepare your unit 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 gaso line in the tank in side a build ing where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a fur nace, water heater , clothes dryer or gas ap pli ance.
19 Does not start 1. F uel shut-off valve (if so 1. T urn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position. equipped) in OFF position. 2. Safety ignition switch OUT . 2. Push safety ignition switch IN. 3. Out of fuel. 3. Fill fuel tank with fresh, clean gasoline.
38 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 A UGER HOUSING / IMPELLER AS SEMBL Y NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty .
39 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 A UGER HOUSING / IMPELLER AS SEMBL Y NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty .
40 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . KEY P ART NO .
41 1 1 2 3 2 3 01.07.024-B NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty .
42 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 CONTROL P ANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 7 8 9 11 11 11 10 01.09.001-B KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.
43 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 CONTROL P ANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.
44 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 HANDLES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty .
45 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 HANDLES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty .
46 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 HANDLES KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty .
47 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 HANDLES KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty .
48 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 DRIVE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty .
49 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 DRIVE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty .
50 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 DRIVE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty .
51 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 CHAS SIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.
52 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 CHAS SIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS 10 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 12 13 14 14 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 21 21 22 23 24 01.21.003-B KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.
53 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . KEY P ART NO .
54 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 BAG OF P ARTS KEY P ART NO .
55 REP AIR P ARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER 96194000801 DECALS 1 181037 DECAL, DANGER 3 181035 DECAL, DANGER, DEFLECTOR 4 181042 DECAL, DANGER - - 428707 OWNER’S MANUAL, ENGLISH / SP ANISH NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.
LIMITED W ARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and work man ship.
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