Husqvarna 8524STE User's Manual
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1. 32 STORAGE ASSEMBLY PRE OPERATION 5 7 TROUBLESHOOTING eere OPERATION eene ener 8 13 REPAIR 4 11 nennen 1 DIS CHARGE CHUTE v 1 AUGER CONTROL ROD ee 1 CLAMP 1 WASHER 3 8 ROTATER HEAD MOUNTING X X 1 TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD 1 MULTI RENCH 3 RETAINER SPRINGS AA JEU Yad 1 LOCKNUT 3 8 2 SAFETY IGNITION KEYS EXTRA SHEAR BOLTS AND NUTS d 4 SHOULDER BOLTS 8 LOCKNUTS 1 4 20 x 2 AUGER SHAFT 1 4 20 NI DUI 4 CAPSCREWS 1 4 20 x 1 5 8 IMPELLER ASSEMBLY PRE OPERATION Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new snow thrower Your new snow thrower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes All parts such as nuts washers bolts etc necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag To ensure safe and proper operation of your snow thrower all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessar2. uorssium s pue eui jues eq pjnous AE JO e uoiuw Ayed e Aq SIUSLUUSE E pue UMET p 0 1 95 eq snw swej and jo euim eui ye peijddns uoneuuojur eui Buyum ul papiAOJd se uenem sJeJnjoejnueu eui Aq euJeADSNH Aq jou sujejs s eAup pue 2 3461 enp jo EJNIEN Z s u pue sedoi 5 yleds ureyo mes s6uuds puiwei sjueouqn seq ele song epejq sepeq 5 01 Jou asn ewou yno UJIUM eoueuejureui euuoN siy zou sway 941 ALNVHHVM SIHL Ad Q3H3AOO LON SWALI NOILOAS poued Ajueuew 10 U sire jueuoduuoo e Joqej 10 sued 10 eAnoejep eoejdeiJ JO ALNVHHVM 4HL H4QNN 5 S VNHVAOSRH NOILO3S suen ejdsip pue sjoo sureuo pue Guipn ou seuosseooe sued jueuieoejdeu
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5. Husqvarna 85245 Owner s Manual SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Snow Throwers IMPORTANT This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death Look for this symbol to point out im portant safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING Always disconnect spark plug wire and place it where it cannot contact plug in order to prevent acci dental starting when setting up trans porting adjusting or making repairs WARNING This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks driveways and other ground level surfaces Caution should be exercised while using on sloping surfaces Do not use snow thrower on surfaces above ground level such as roofs of residences garages porches or other such structures or buildings WARNING Snow throwers have ex posed rotating parts which can cause severe injury from contact or from ma terial thrown from the discharge chute Keep the area of operation clear of all persons small children and pets at all times including startup CAUTION Muffler and other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after engine has stopped To avoid severe burns on contact stay away from these areas WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain
6. Safety ignition key must be inserted for the engine to start and run Remove when snow thrower is not in use Electric start button used for starting the engine Recoil auxiliary starter handle used for starting the engine Primer pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine Throttle engine control used to select either FAST or SLOW engine speed and to STOP the engine Choke control used for starting a cold engine Drive speed control lever used to select forward or reverse motion and speed of snow thrower Traction drive control lever used to engage power pro pelled forward or reverse motion of snow thrower Auger control lever used to engage auger motion throw snow Discharge chute control lever used to change the di rection the snow is thrown Skid plate used to adjust height of scraper bar from the ground OPERATION The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which canresultin severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your snow thrower or performing any adjust ments or repairs We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel or attempting to start the engine STOPPING TRACTION DRIVE e Release traction drive control lever to stop the f
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8. ROTATING PARTS CAN AMPUTATE FINGERS AND HANDS HANDS FEET AND CLOTHING AWAY IGNITION KEY INSERT TO START AND RUN 4 DANGER PULL OUT TO STOP e READ AND FOLLOW OWNER S MANUAL NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE DISENGAGED EA SNOWTHROWERS e KEEP ALL SHIELDS AND GUARDS IN PLACE WHILE OPERATING ENGAGED lt a Ad NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT BYSTANDERS d USE EXTRA CAUTION WHEN OPERATING ON SNOW TRACTION GRAVEL SURFACES DISCHARGE DRIVE CONTROL SHUT OFF ENGINE AND REMAIN BEHIND HANDLES UNTIL ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED BEFORE UNCLOGGING OR SERVICING UNIT TO AVOID THROWN OBJECT INJURIES OPERATION SPARK ENGINE OIL CAP AUGER DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER PLUG WITH DIPSTICK CONTROL SIN LEVER DRIVE SPEED KEY CONTROL LEVER GASOLINE FILLER TRACTION CHOKE CHUTE DRIVE CON DEFLECTOR CONTROL TROL LEVER THROTTLE ENGINE CONTROL DISCHARGE TUR CHUTE RECOIL STARTER HANDLE ELECTRIC oi DRAIN PLUG START CLEAN OUT TOOL PRIMER NOTE ITEMS ABOVE ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION ON THE ENGINE ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WITH THE ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT AUGERS MEETS A N S I SAFETY REQUIREMENTS HANDLE KNOB MUFFLER TOOLBOX SKID PLATE Our snow throwers conform to the standards of the American National Standards Institute Toolbox used to store spare shear bolts locknuts and wrench
9. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL in the Maintenance section of this manual ADD GASOLINE See Fig 18 e Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck Do not over fill Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness 12 WARNING Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame A CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gas ohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and for mation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Empty the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next sea son See Storage Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE PRIMER ENGINE OIL FILL CAP DIPSTICK SAFETY IGNITION GASOLINE FILLER CAP FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE STARTER BUTTON POWER CORD PLUG NOTE ALL ITEMS ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WITH ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT RECOIL STARTER HANDLE FIG 18 TO START ENGINE e Be sure fuel shut off valve is the OPEN positi
10. weights counterweights cabs tire chains electric start kits etc e Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles Walk never run Donotoverreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times e This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks driveways and other ground level surfaces e Donotuse the snow thrower on surfaces above ground level such as roofs of residences garages porches or other such structures or buildings MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE e Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition e Never store the snow thrower with fuel in the tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters clothes dryers and the like Allow the engine motor to cool before storing in any enclosure Always refer to operators guide instructions for im portant details if the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Run the snow thrower with auger engaged a few minutes after throwing snow to clear the machine and prevent freeze up of the auger impeller CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new snow thrower Ithas been designed engineered and manufactured to give best possible dependability and performance Should you ex
11. 17 53 31 532 18 05 23 874 61 05 16 532 17 93 71 532 18 04 78 532 17 91 57 532 06 27 35 532 85 02 63 532 85 10 84 532 18 35 61 DESCRIPTION Spring Traction Idler Pulley Idler 2 1 4 Engine Tecumseh Model Number LH318SA Order parts from Engine manufacturer Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 Screw Hex Washer Head 5 16 18 x 3 4 Washer Flat Nut Jam Lock 5 16 18 Pin Idler Pivot V Belt Traction Drive Washer Lock 5 16 Screw Hex Washer Head 5 16 18 x 1 2 Impeller Idler Arm Assembly Retainer Hairpin Spring Brake V Belt Impeller Drive Screw Hex Head 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Arm Idler Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Bushing Idler Pivot Pulley Idler 2 3 4 Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 Spacer Engine Pulley Pulley Engine Traction Drive Pulley Engine Impeller Drive Washer Flat 3 8 Washer Lock 3 8 Screw Hex Head 3 8 24 x 1 3 8 Guide Belt 29 CHASSIS ENGINE PULLEYS SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 8524STE HL8524STEA PRODUCT NO 954 22 41 94 KEY PART NO NO 532 19 21 93 532 17 88 30 817 49 04 08 532 17 92 56 532 18 78 53 532 18 04 01 532 17 92 40 873 80 05 00 532 18 40 86 532 18 71 01 532 19 21 10 532 17 88 90 532 70 02 79 532 17 90 65 532 18 40 85 874 78 06 24 532 18 40 74 532 18 40 84 871 02 05 12 532 18 11 56 532 18 40 73 532 18 80 02 532 19 29 08 532 05 70 79 532 19 22 75 532 19 21 47 812 00 00 02 532 18 38 54 DESCRIPTION Cover Belt Cover Toolbox Sc
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13. Control End Control Rod Nut Hex Jam 5 16 18 Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 2 1 4 Handle Tube Lower Sleeve Spring Spring Traction Drive Spring Auger Control Screw Hex Head 3 8 16 x 1 Clip Panel Console Panel Screw Hex Head Tapping 10 24 x 1 1 4 Screw Hex Head Tapping 10 24 x 1 2 Latch Interlock Bolt Shoulder Nut Lock 1 4 20 Spring Torsion Spring Interlock Headlight Halogen Bezel Headlight Harness Headlight Halogen NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 25 REPAIR PARTS DRIVE SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 8524STE HL8524STEA PRODUCT NO 954 22 41 94 26 REPAIR PARTS DRIVE SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 8524STE HL8524STEA PRODUCT NO 954 22 41 94 KEY PART NO P ob NO 532 14 63 15 873 80 05 00 532 15 5415 817 49 05 08 532 18 00 17 532 18 01 34 532 17 92 70 532 19 29 07 532 18 00 82 532 18 00 65 532 18 77 14 532 18 00 66 532 17 88 07 532 18 40 80 532 17 53 44 532 18 78 57 532 17 98 31 532 18 40 78 873 93 05 00 532 17 86 13 874 76 05 14 532 08 51 79 532 18 01 35 532 18 00 81 532 17 86 95 532 17 53 41 532 17 93 52 532 17 53 40 532 18 40 77 532 18 40 76 872 27 05 05 532 17 88 79 532 18 89 09 532 18 40 75 532 18 25 04 532 19 10 80 532 15 53 77 819 11 15 07 810 04 05 00 874 95 05 12 812 00 00 12 532 15 54 15 532 17 90 95 532 18 42 06 DESCRIPTION Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 3 4 Nut Lock 5 16 18 Wa
14. moving partsto stop Use the clean out tool NOT YOUR HANDS to unclog the chute and or auger The DIRECTION inwhich snow is to be thrown is controlled by the discharge chute control lever e To change the discharge chute position press down ward on discharge chute control lever and move lever left or right until chute is in desired position Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER FIG 12 The DISTANCE that snow is thrown is controlled by the position of the chute deflector Set the deflector low to throw snow a short distance set the deflector higher to throw snow farther Tochange the deflector position loosen knob move de flector to desired position and tighten knob securely OPERATION HIGH CHUTE DEFLECTOR LOW POSITION FIG 13 TO THROW SNOW See Fig 14 The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever located on the right side handle e Squeeze auger control lever to handle to engage the auger and throw snow e Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow CONTROL FIG 14 USING THE CLEAN OUT TOOL See Fig 15 In certain snow conditions the discharge chute may be come clogged with ice and snow Use the clean out tool to dislodge this blockage When cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain all controls are disengaged and the auger impeller and all moving parts have s
15. or emit chemi cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm TRAINING Read the operating and service instruction manual carefully Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly Never allow children to operate the equipment Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction Keep the area of operation clear of all persons par ticularly small children and pets Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating in reverse PREPARATION Remove foreign objects Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats sleds boards wires rocks amp landscaping a all clutches before starting engine mo tor Do not operate the equipment without wearing ade quate winter outer garments Avoid loose dangling clothing such as scarves which can get caught in rotating parts Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces Handle fuel with care it is highly flammable Never smoke while refueling Use an approved fuel container Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a running engine motor or hot engine motor A Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors Replace fuel cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel Never store fuel or snow thrower
16. posed to the direct sun and warming temperatures e Slightly overlap each successive path to ensure all snow will be removed e Throw snow downwind whenever possible e Adjust the skid plates to proper height for current snow conditions See TO ADJUST SKID PLATES in this section of this manual e For extremely heavy snow reduce the width of snow removal by overlapping previous path and moving slowly e Keep engine clean and clear of snow during use This will help air flow and extend engine life e Aftersnow throwingis completed allow engine to run for a few minutes to melt snow and ice off the engine e Clean the entire snow thrower thoroughly after each use and wipe dry so it is ready for next use WARNING Do not operate snow thrower if weather conditions impair vis ibility Throwing snow during a heavy windy snowstorm can blind you and be hazardous to the safe operation of the snow thrower MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Clean Inspect Snow Thrower Check V Belts emm __ GheckEngneolliwl FW Change Engnel __ Check Replace Spark Plug Empty Fuel Tank GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty onthis snow thrower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must mainta
17. with fuel in the tank inside of a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Check fuel supply before each use allowing space for expansion as the heat of the engine motor and or sun cause fuel to expand STATIC ELECTRICITY HAZARD Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling When practical remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tankopening at al times until refueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device f fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing im mediately For all units with electric starting motors use electric starting extension cords certified CSA UL Use only with a receptacle that has been installed in accordance with local inspection authorities If snow thrower must be operated over gravel surface use extra caution and be sure skid plates are adjusted to lowest highest scraper clearance position Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine motor is running except when specifically recommended by manufacturer Let engine motor and snow thrower adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to cle
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20. Clean area around drain plug Remove drain plug and drain oil in a suitable container Install drain plug and tighten securely Wipe off any spilled oil from snow thrower and engine Install left wheel if removed for draining oil Be sure to install klick pin into proper hole in wheel axle See REMOVE WHEELS in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual 7 Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine 8 Refill engine with oil through oil dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual 9 Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick 10 Wipe off any spilled oil MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug at the beginning of each season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in the PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual CLEANING IMPORTANT For best performance keep snow thrower housing free of any dirt or trash Clean the outside of your snow thrower after each use WARNING Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug e Keep finished su
21. ER 1 Connect the power cord to the engine 2 Plugthe other end of the power cord into a three hole grounded 120 Volt A C receptacle 3 While the engine is running push starter button and spin the starter for several seconds NOTE The unusual sound made while starter is spinning will not harm the engine or starter 4 Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first then from the engine RECOIL STARTER 1 Whilethe engineis running pullthe recoil starter handle with rapid full arm strokes three or four times NOTE The unusual sound made while pulling the recoil starter handle will not harm the engine or starter IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN If the recoil starter has frozen and will not turn the engine proceed as follows 1 Graspthe recoil starter handle and slowly pull as much rope out of the starter as possible 2 Release the recoil starter handle and let it snap back against the starter If the engine still fails to start repeat the above steps or use the electric starter SNOW THROWING TIPS e Always operate the snow thrower with the engine at full throttle Full throttle offers the best performance e Goslower in deep freezing or heavy wet snow Use the drive speed control NOT the throttle to adjust speed e Itis easier and more efficient to remove snow imme diately after it falls The best time to remove snow is the early morning At this time the snow is usually dry and has not been ex
22. 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 en gine 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 e Do not store gasoline from one season to another e Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems e f possible store your snow thrower indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt e 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 exhaust area is still warm TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a qualified service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does no
23. SITY GRADES F 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the snow thrower is not used for 50 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five 5 hours of continuous use Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level 100 15 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range anticipated before next oil change All oil must meet API service classification SG SL e sure snow thrower is on level surface e Oil will drain more freely when warm e Catch oil in a suitable container NOTE The left side wheel may be removed from snow thrower for easier access to the oil drain plug and place ment of a suitable container The unit tilted resting on the frame with the left wheel removed will help drain any oil trapped inside the engine See REMOVE WHEELS in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual 1 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug
24. ar snow Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during op eration or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the snow thrower OPERATION Do not operate this machine if you are under the influ ence of alcohol or taking drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine Donotusethis machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate this machine safely Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening and front auger area at all times e Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross ing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic e After striking a foreign object stop the engine motor remove wire from the spark plug thoroughly inspect snow thrower for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower e If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine motor and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble e Stop the engine motor whenever you leave the oper ating position before unclogging the auger impeller housing or discharge chute and when making any repairs adjustments or inspections e When cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain all controls are disengaged and the auger impeller and all moving parts have stopped Dis
25. bly Speed Control Retainer Hairpin Rod Upper Speed Control Rod Lower Speed Control Clamp Clean Out Tool Tool Clean Out Nut Lock 5 16 18 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm 23 REPAIR PARTS HANDLES SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 8524STE HL8524STEA PRODUCT NO 954 22 41 94 24 REPAIR PARTS HANDLES SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 8524STE HL8524STEA PRODUCT NO 954 22 41 94 KEY PART NO P NO 532 18 41 10 532 18 41 09 532 17 94 39 532 17 88 88 532 16 96 75 532 18 04 02 532 17 86 52 532 18 40 03 532 17 86 51 532 18 41 06 874 78 05 24 874 78 05 28 532 18 41 07 532 18 41 08 873 80 05 00 819 13 13 16 532 17 88 99 532 18 45 94 532 19 30 81 532 18 04 28 873 35 05 00 872 12 06 18 532 18 40 87 532 18 04 47 532 18 09 26 532 17 86 69 871 21 06 16 532 18 04 94 532 18 33 46 532 17 52 62 532 18 44 71 532 18 41 11 532 18 35 18 532 06 80 38 532 17 88 31 532 17 86 58 532 17 86 66 532 17 86 68 532 18 09 64 DESCRIPTION Lever Auger Control RH Lever Traction Drive Control LH Nut Cage 1 4 20 Bushing Flange Retainer Hairpin Screw Hex Head 1 4 20 x 3 4 Rod Interlock Tube Assembly Interlock RH Tube Assembly Interlock LH Panel Control Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 Handle Tube LH Handle Tube RH Nut Lock 5 16 18 Washer Flat 3 8 Knob Handle Rod Auger Control Rod Traction
26. bracket If nec essary rotate chute assembly to align square and pin on underside of chute rotater head with holes in chute bracket 3 With chute rotater head and chute bracket aligned position chute rotater head on pin and threaded stud of mounting bracket 4 Install 3 8 washer and locknut on threaded stud and tighten securely SL 3 8 LOCKNUT 3 8 WASHER THREADED STUD ROTATER HEAD MOUNTING BRACKET CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your snow thrower were overinflated at the fac tory for shipping purposes Correct and equal tire pressure is important for best snow throwing performance Reduce tire pressure to 14 17 PSI OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Compare the illustrations with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference These symbols may appear on your snow thrower or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning 0 c n m Iw DANGER E ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE PRIMER OR WARNING OFF p READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE OF THIS PRODUCT FUEL OIL FORWARD REVERSE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE DANGER DANGER TO AVOID INJURY FROM ROTATING AUGER KEEP NEVER PUT HAND IN CHUTE CONTACT WITH
27. connect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting Take all possible precautions when leaving the snow throwerunattended Disengage the auger impeller stop engine motor and remove key Do not run the engine motor indoors except when starting the engine motor and for transporting the snow thrower in or out of the building Open the outside doors WARNING Exhaust fumes are dan gerous containing CARBON MONOX IDE an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS e Do not clear snow across the face of slopes Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Do not attempt to clear steep slopes Never operate the snow thrower without proper guards plates or other safety protective devices in place e Never operate the snow thrower near glass enclo sures automobiles window wells drop offs and the like without proper adjustment of the snow discharge angle Keep children and pets away Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when backing up Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the unit e Disengage power to the auger impeller when snow thrower is transported or not in use Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snow thrower such as wheel
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29. de rubber sleeve up rod and hook end of spring into pivot bracket with loop opening down as shown 2 With top end of rod positioned under left side of control panel push rod down and insert top end of rod into hole in drive control bracket Secure with retainer spring TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD RUBBER SLEEVE PIVOT BRACKET FIG 3 TRACTION DRIVE RETAINER _ CONTROL LEVER SPRING 4 TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL DRIVE CONTROL BRACKET FIG 4 INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD See Figs 5 and 6 The auger control rod has the short loop on the end of the spring as shown 1 Slide rubber sleeve up rod and hook end of spring into control arm with loop opening up as shown 2 Withtop endofrod positioned under right side of control panel push down on rod and insert end of rod into hole in auger control bracket Secure with retainer spring RUBBER SLEEVE CONTROL OPENING FIG 5 AUGER CONTROL RETAINER LEVER SPRING CONTROL BRACKET FIG 6 ASSEMBLY PRE OPERATION INSTALLDISCHARGE CHUTE CHUTE ROTATERHEAD See Fig 7 NOTE The multi wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to install the chute rotater head 1 Place discharge chute assembly on top of chute base with discharge opening toward front of snow thrower 2 Position chute rotater head over chute
30. er 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 Besurethatallnuts 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 ortank 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 18 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
31. f 5 Contact a qualified service center adjustment or overhaul Excessive 1 Loose parts or damaged 1 Tighten all fasteners Replace damaged parts vibration augers or impeller If vibration remains contact a qualified service center Recoil starter 1 Frozen recoil starter 1 See IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN is hard to pull in the Operation section of this manual Loss of traction 1 Drive belt is worn 1 Check replace drive belt drive slowing 2 Drive belt is off of pulley 2 Check reinstall drive belt of drive speed 3 Friction drive wheel is worn 3 Contact a qualified service center Loss of snow 1 Auger belt is off of pulley 1 Check reinstall auger belt discharge or 2 Auger belt is worn 2 Check replace auger belt slowing of 3 Clogged discharge chute 3 Clean snow chute snow discharge 4 Augers impeller jammed 4 Remove debris or foreign object from augers impeller 19 REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING IMPELLER ASSEMBLY SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 8524STE HL8524STEA PRODUCT NO 954 22 41 94 REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING IMPELLER ASSEMBLY SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 8524STE HL8524STEA PRODUCT NO 954 22 41 94 KEY PART NO NO 532 19 10 79 532 18 89 09 532 15 53 77 532 18 03 55 872 27 05 05 532 17 88 20 532 19 29 60 532 18 40 96 532 18 40 95 532 17 53 22 81911 15 07 810 04 05 00 874 95 05 12 532 17 95 82 873 80 04 00 873 80 05 00 532 15 54 15 532 18 40 94 532 17 92
32. faces Objects such as gravel rocks or other debris can easily be picked up and thrown by the impeller which can cause serious personal injury property damage or damage to the snow thrower e f snow thrower must be operated over gravel surface use extra caution and be sure skid plates are adjusted to lowest highest scraper clearance position 1 Shut off engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Adjust skid plates by loosening the rear 1 2 hex nut only then moving skid plate to desired position Be sure both plates are adjusted evenly Tighten securely HIGH POSITION LOW GROUND CLEARANCE AUGER HOUSING SKID PLATE 1 2 HEX NUT LOW POSITION HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE FIG 17 SCRAPER BAR The scraper bar is not adjustable but is reversible After considerable use it may become worn When it has worn almost to the edge of the housing it can be reversed providing additional service before requiring replacement Replace a damaged or worn scraper bar BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL See Fig 18 The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped from the factory already filled with oil 1 Check engine oil with snow thrower on level ground 2 Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill e Tochange engine oil see
33. in snow thrower as instructed in this manual Some adjust ments will needto 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 Atleast 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 e 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 Checkcontrols to be sure they are functioning properly LUBRICATION Keep your snow thrower well lubricated See LUBRICATION CHART SNOW THROWER Always observe the safety rules when performing any maintenance TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in both tires See PROD SPECIFICATIONS section in this manual 14 A E LI LUBRICATION CHART D SAE 30 Motor Oil See ENGINE in Maintenance section D Pivot points Engine oil e 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 al
34. mage to any other components If one or both augers do not turn when auger control lever is engaged check to see if one or both of the bolts have sheared To replace the shear bolts 1 Disengage all controls and move throttle control to STOP position Wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug 3 Align hole in auger hub with hole in auger shaft and install a new 1 4 20 x 2 shoulder shear bolt Install 1 4 20 lock nut and tighten securely CAUTION Do not substitute Use only original equipment shear bolts as supplied with your snow thrower 4 Connect spark plug wire to spark plug IMPELLER SHEAR BOLTS The impeller is secured to the impeller shaft with two 2 capscrew shear bolts and hex nuts Should a foreign object or ice become lodged in the impeller the capscrews are designed to break preventing damage to any other com ponents If impeller does not turn when auger control lever is engaged check to see if the capscrews have sheared To replace the capscrew shear bolts 1 Disengage all controls and move throttle control to STOP position Wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug 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
35. ne will not develop full power until it has reached normal operating temperature WARM START ELECTRIC STARTER Follow the steps above keeping the choke control in the OFF position COLD START RECOIL STARTER 1 Insert safety ignition key into the ignition slot until it clicks DO NOT turn the key Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place 2 Place throttle control in FAST position Rotate choke control to FULL position 4 Push the primer four 4 times if the temperature is below 15 F or two 2 times if temperature is between 15 and 50 F If temperature is above 50 F priming is not necessary NOTE Over priming may cause flooding preventing the engine from starting If you do flood the engine wait a few minutes before attempting to start and DO NOT push the primer 5 Pull recoil starter handle quickly Do not allow starter rope to snap back 6 When the engine starts release the recoil starter handle and slowly move the choke control to the OFF position Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes Engine will not develop full power until it has reached normal operating temperature WARM START RECOIL STARTER Follow the steps above keeping the choke in the OFF position DO NOT push the primer BEFORE STOPPING Run the engine for a few minutes to help dry off any mois ture on the engine To avoid possible freeze up of the starter proceed as fol lows D ROD e ELECTRIC START
36. on Your snow thrower engine is equipped with both a 120 Volt A C electric starter and a recoil starter The electric starter is equipped with a three wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 Volt A C household current e sure your house is a 120 Volt A C three wire grounded system If you are uncertain consult a licensed electrician WARNING Do not use the electric starter if your house is not a 120 Volt A C three wire grounded system Se rious personal injury or damage to your snow thrower could result OPERATION COLD START ELECTRIC STARTER 1 Insert safety ignition key into the ignition slot until it clicks DO NOT turn the key Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place Place throttle control in FAST position Rotate choke control to FULL position Connect the power cord to the engine Plug the other end of the power cord into a three hole grounded 120 Volt A C receptacle NOTE Do not use primer when starting engine with the electric starter 6 Push starter button until engine starts IMPORTANT Do not crank engine more than five con tinuous seconds between each time you try to start Wait 5 to 10 seconds between each attempt 7 Whenthe engine starts release the starter button and slowly move the choke control to the OFF position 8 Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first then from the engine Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes Engi
37. orward or reverse movement of the snow thrower AUGER e Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow ENGINE 1 Move throttle control to STOP position 2 Remove do not turn safety ignition key to prevent unauthorized use WEAR YOUR FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT NOTE Never use choke to stop engine TO USE FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE See Fig 9 The fuel shut off valve is located beneath the fuel tank on the engine Always operate the snow thrower with the fuel shut off valve in the OPEN position FIG 9 TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL See Fig 10 Thethrottle control is located on the engine Always operate the snow thrower with the engine at full throttle Full throttle offers the best snow thrower performance 10 TO USE CHOKE CONTROL See Fig 11 The choke control is located on the engine Use the choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine To engage choke turn knob clockwise Slowly turn knob counterclockwise to disengage an FULL FIG 11 TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE See Figs 12 8 13 WARNING Snow throwers have ex posed rotating parts which can cause severe injury from contact or from ma terial thrown from the discharge chute Keep the area of operation clear of all persons small children and pets at all times including startup WARNING Ifthe discharge chute or au ger become clogged shut off engine andwaitforall
38. ound and inside the groove of auger pulley only 10 While your assistant slowly raises handles to rejoin the auger housing and frame assembly pull up on the auger belt and squeeze sides together above pulley so belt is fully seated in groove of pulley 11 Bring snow thrower completely together and check carefully for proper routing of belts If auger belt has become dislodged from the pulley by catching the idler arm bracket while bringing snow thrower together separate the snow thrower and repeat step 10 Belt must be fully seated in pulley groove when bringing the snow thrower together 12 Install the two 2 hex bolts and lock washers and tighten securely 13 INSTALL ENGINE PULLEY Place belt in pulley groove and slide pulley on crankshaft Install flat washer lock washer and bolt and tighten securely 30 35 ft Ibs torque Make sure belt is inside belt keeper 14 INSTALL BELT COVER and two 2 screws Tighten securely 15 INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE See INSTALL DIS CHARGE CHUTE CHUTE ROTATER HEAD in the Assembly Pre Operation section of this manual BELT KEEPER PA TRACTION DRIVE BELT ENGINE PULLEY FLAT WASHER LOCKWASHER i BOLT IDLERARM IT ee RS AUGER SQUARE SN BELT HOLE CLUTCHING M IDLER ARM 1 BRACKET BOLT LOCK WASHER FIG 21 TO REMOVE WHEELS See Fig 22 e Remove the klik pin and remove wheel from axle IMPORTANT When installing wheel be sure to u
39. perience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized service center department We have competent well trained tech nicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your snow thrower properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ONADECALATTACHEDTOTHE REAR OFTHE SNOW THROWER HOUSING YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 4 0 Quarts and Type Unleaded Regular only Oil Type SAE 30 above 40 F API SG SL SAE 5W 30 or 10W 30 0 to 40 F SAE 0W 30 below O F Cil Capacity 26 Ounces Spark Plug Champion RJ19LM Gap 030 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules e Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your snow thrower e Follow the instructions under Maintenance and Stor age sections of this owner s manual SAFETY RULES eee creen enitn 2 3 MAINTENANCE eene PRODUCT 3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
40. position CAUTION Do not move speed control lever when traction drive control lever is engaged Damage to the snow thrower can result Slower speeds for heavier snow and faster speeds are for light snow and transporting the snow thrower It is recommended that you use a slower speed until you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower NOTE When both traction drive and auger control levers are engaged the traction drive control lever will lock the auger control lever in the engaged position This will allow you to release your right hand from the handle and adjust the discharge chute direction without interrupting the snow throwing process TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL LEVER DRIVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER FIG 16 OPERATION TO ADJUST SKID PLATES See Fig 17 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 Adjust skid plates evenly to proper height for current surface conditions For removal of snow in normal conditions such as a paved driveway or sidewalk place skid plates in the highest position lowest scraper clearance to give a 1 8 clearance between the scraper bar and the ground Use a middle position if the surface to be cleared is uneven NOTE Itis not recommended to operate the snow thrower over gravel or rocky sur
41. rew Hex Head 1 4 20 x 1 2 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Bellcrank Shifter Screw Hex Head 1 4 28 x 3 4 Arm Auger Control Nut Lock 5 16 18 Bellcrank Link Speed Control Trunnion Clutch Nut Cage 3 8 16 Hairpin Cotter 3 32 x 1 2 Pin Bellcrank Bracket Bellcrank Screw Hex Head 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Pivot Bracket Impeller Idler Arm Pan Frame Bottom Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 3 4 Nut Speed 5 16 18 Frame Assembly Plate Frame End Shaft Auger Control Washer Hardened Roller Ring Crescent Ring Retaining Power Cord not shown NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS WHEELS DECALS SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 8524STE HL8524STEA PRODUCT NO 954 22 41 94 REPAIR PARTS WHEELS DECALS SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 8524STE HL8524STEA PRODUCT NO 954 22 41 94 KEY PART NO NO 532 18 78 33 532 15 54 43 532 18 78 65 532 14 63 15 532 17 98 30 532 17 46 97 DESCRIPTION Wheel Assembly 16 LH Pin Klik 1 4 Wheel Assembly 16 RH Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 2 Bearing Axle Washer Thrust 1 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm KEY PAR NO 1 Joo P oh NO 532 18 10 38 532 19 13 77 532 18 10 34 532 18 10 41 532 19 13 73 532 18 10 32 532 15 57 98 532 15 58 00 532 18 10 36 532 15 57 94 532 19 12 77 DESCRIPTION Decal Danger Decal Husqvarna Decal Danger
42. rfaces wheels free of gasoline oil etc We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your snow thrower unless the electrical system muffler and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in shortened engine life SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING To avoid serious injury before performing any service or ad justments Be sure throttle is in STOP position Remove safety ignition key Make surethe augers andall moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug SNOW THROWER TO ADJUST SNOW THROWER HEIGHT See TO ADJUST SKID PLATES and SCRAPER BAR in the Operation section of this manual CHUTE DEFLECTOR The chute deflector attached to the top of the discharge chute is provided to direct discharging snow away from the operator If the deflector becomes damaged it should be replaced WARNING To avoid serious injury never operate your snow thrower with the deflector removed or damaged e Tochangedirection and or distance snow is discharged see TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE in the Op eration section of this manual SHEAR BOLTS See Fig 19 AUGER SHEAR BOLTS Both right and left hand augers are secured to the auger shaft with a shoulder shear bolt and hex nut Should a for eign object or ice become lodged in the augers the shear bolts are designed to break preventing da
43. se the in nermost hole in axle and the wheel hub hole To disengage drive system from the wheels for pushing or transporting the snow thrower remove klik pin from wheel hub and insert pin into the outermost hole in axle only KLIK PIN OUTER HOLE INNER HOLE WHEEL HUB FIG 22 NOTE To seal punctures or 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 ENGINE See engine manual CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable Engine performance should not be affected at altitudes up to 7 000 feet 2 134 meters If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems take your snow thrower to a qualified service center ENGINE SPEED Never tamper with the engine governor which is factory set for proper engine speed Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous and will void the warranty If you think the engine governed high speed needs adjusting contact a qualified service center which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments 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 inthe tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light as ona furnace wat
44. sher Flat Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 2 Bearing Flange Shaft Auxiliary Spacer Plate Plate Auxiliary Gear Intermediate 12 58 Gear Pinion Rod Clutch Shaft Long Hex Pin Pivot Lever Shifter Wheel Trunnion Bearing Assembly Bracket Pivot Shift Ring Rubber Wheel Plate Rubber Wheel Nut Lock 5 16 18 Hub Rubber Wheel Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 7 8 Retainer Hairpin Spring Bias Gear Axle 58 Teeth Pin Pivot Lever Plate Assembly Drive Shaft Axle Shaft Short Hex Lever Shifter Plate Bracket Shifter Support Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 Key Square 1 4 x 1 4 x 7 8 Bearing Flange Plate Drive Mounting Spacer Bearing Pulley Traction Drive Nut Lock 5 16 18 Washer Flat Washer Lock 5 16 Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 3 4 Ring Retaining Washer 20 x 8 5 x 2 0 Spring Return Pin Roll NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm 27 REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS ENGINE PULLEYS SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 8524STE HL8524STEA PRODUCT NO 954 22 41 94 REPAIR PARTS KEY PART NO 1 2 3 ONO E k 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 532 18 10 44 532 18 05 22 874 78 05 20 532 15 00 78 532 05 92 89 873 93 05 00 532 17 53 30 532 17 90 92 810 04 05 00 817 49 05 08 532 17 92 59 532 08 51 79 532 17 88 28 532 18 35 33 532 19 23 06 532 18 48 04 874 78 05 24 532
45. sher Flat 1 4 Kit Shear Contains 6 each of Key Numbers 19 and 28 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm 21 REPAIR PARTS CONTROL PANEL DISCHARGE CHUTE SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 8524STE HL8524STEA PRODUCT NO 954 22 41 94 REPAIR PARTS CONTROL PANEL DISCHARGE CHUTE SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 8524STE HL8524STEA PRODUCT NO 954 22 41 94 KEY PART NO P 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 NO 532 18 33 34 817 50 10 10 532 18 41 14 873 80 06 00 819 13 13 16 532 17 86 59 532 18 40 89 532 15 00 78 532 18 04 53 532 18 56 00 532 05 38 47 873 80 04 00 872 27 05 05 532 17 92 46 532 18 41 12 532 18 41 13 532 17 91 45 532 12 84 15 532 18 33 33 872 27 05 06 532 15 54 15 874 78 05 28 532 15 53 77 532 17 92 57 532 16 96 75 532 18 04 45 532 18 77 16 532 19 27 10 532 19 21 99 873 80 05 00 DESCRIPTION Knob Lever Screw 10 24 x 5 8 Strap Slotted Nut Lock 3 8 16 Washer Flat 3 8 Control Assembly Chute Rotater Support Pivot Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 3 4 Knob Deflector Bolt Shoulder Washer Flat 1 4 Nut Lock 1 4 20 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 Washer Nylon Chute Assembly Deflector Assembly Seal Deflector Rivet Blind Knob Speed Control Lever Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 Washer Flat 5 16 Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 Nut Lock 5 16 18 Lever Assem
46. so prevents tire dry rot and corrosion MAINTENANCE V BELTS Check V belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear See TO REMOVE BELT COVER in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual The V belts on your snow thrower are of special construction and should be replaced by original equipment manufacturer OEM belts available from your nearest dealer Using other than OEM belts can cause personal injury or damage to the snow thrower 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 e f lubricant is required use only Ronex ED 1 grease TRACTION DRIVE SYSTEM DO NOT lubricate the drive components inside the snow thrower The sprockets hex shafts drive disc and friction wheel require no lubrication The bearings and bushings are lifetime lubricated and require no maintenance CAUTION Any lubricating of the above compo nents can cause contamination of the friction wheel and damage to the drive system of your snow thrower ENGINE See engine manual LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification 56 51 Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature SAE VISCO
47. t start Fuel shut off valve if so equipped in OFF position Turn fuel shut off valve to OPEN position 2 Safety ignition key 2 Insert safety ignition key is not inserted 3 Out of fuel 3 Refill fuel tank with fresh clean gasoline 4 Throttle in STOP position 4 Move throttle to FAST position 5 Choke in OFF position 5 Move to FULL position 6 Primer not depressed 6 Prime as instructed in the Operation section of this manual 7 Engine is flooded 7 Wait a few minutes before restarting DO NOT prime 8 Spark plug wire is 8 Connect wire to spark plug disconnected 9 Bad spark plug 9 Replace spark plug 10 Stale fuel 10 Empty fuel tank amp carburetor refill with fresh clean gasoline 11 Water in fuel 11 Empty fuel tank amp carburetor refill with fresh clean gasoline Loss of power 1 Spark plug wire loose 1 Reconnect spark plug wire 2 Throwing too much snow 2 Reduce speed and width of swath 3 Fueltank cap is covered 3 Remove ice and snow on and around fuel tank cap with ice or snow 4 Dirty or clogged muffler 4 Clean or replace muffler Engine idles or 1 Choke is in FULL position 1 Move choke to OFF position runs roughly 2 Blockage in fuel line 2 Clean fuel line 3 Stale fuel 3 Empty fuel tank amp carburetor refill with fresh clean gasoline 4 Water in fuel 4 Empty fuel tank amp carburetor refill with fresh clean gasoline 5 Carburetor is in need o
48. the unit could occur if the snow thrower should fall during the belt changing process FRAME ASSEMBLY AUGER HOUSING HANDLES 1 REMOVE GASOLINE FROM FUEL TANK Drain gaso line from fuel tank into a suitable container outdoors away from fire or flame Wipe up any spilled gasoline 2 REMOVE DISCHARGE CHUTE Loosen locknut securing chute rotator head to mounting bracket only enough to allow chute rotator head to be raised and discharge chute to be removed from snow thrower 3 REMOVE BELT COVER See TO REMOVE BELT COVER in this section of this manual 4 REMOVEENGINE PULLEY Remove bolt lockwasher and flat washer securing pulley to engine crankshaft Remove outside auger pulley only from crankshaft 5 SEPARATE SNOW THROWER With your assistant standing in the operating position holding the handles remove the two 2 bolts and lock washers holding auger housing and frame together WARNING As the last bolt is removed have your assistant carefully lower the handles down to the ground 6 REMOVE AUGER BELT from around pulley 7 RELIEVE TENSION ON TRACTION DRIVE BELT 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 8 With tension relieved on idler install new traction drive belt around pulleys and inside belt keepers 9 Place auger belt ar
49. tighten securely CAUTION Do not substitute Use only original equipment capscrew shear bolts as supplied with your snow thrower 4 Connect spark plug wire to spark plug 1 4 20 x 2 SHOULDER SHEAR BOLT 1 4 20 1 4 20 x 1 5 8 LOCKNUT Fe CAPSCREW SHEAR BOLT 14 200 LOCKNUT 7J FIG 19 TO REMOVE BELT COVER See Fig 20 1 Remove the two 2 screws securing belt cover to frame 2 Remove belt cover e Replace belt cover by installing cover and screws and tighten securely P AM SCREWS FIG 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS See Fig 21 The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable If the belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear they should be replaced It is recommended thatthe belt s be replaced by a qualified service center NOTE It is recommended that both the auger and traction drive belt be replaced at the same time The V belts on your snow thrower are of special construction and should be replaced by original equipment manufacturer OEM belts available from your nearest dealer Using other than OEM belts can cause personal injury or damage to the snow thrower WARNING Belt replacement requires separation of the snow thrower While separating the auger housing from the frame assembly it is important that an assistant stand inthe operating position and hold snow thrower handles Se rious personal injury and or damage to
50. topped Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug to pre vent accidental starting e Release the auger control lever and shut off the engine e Removetheclean outtoolfrom it s mounting clip Grasp the tool firmly by the handle and push and twist the tool into the discharge chute to dislodge the blockage Afterthe packed snow has been dislodged return the clean out tool to it s mounting clip by pushing it into the clip e Makesurethe discharge chute is pointed in a safe direc tion no vehicles buildings people or other objects are in the direction of discharge before restarting engine e Restart the engine then squeeze the auger control lever to the handle to clear snow from the auger hous ing and the discharge chute 11 CLEAN OUT TOOL MOUNTING CLIP FIG 15 TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD See Fig 16 SELF PROPELLING forward and reverse movement of the snow thrower is controlled by the traction drive control lever located on the left side handle e Squeeze traction drive control lever to handle to engage the drive system e Release traction drive control lever to stop the forward or reverse movement of the snow thrower SPEED and DIRECTION are controlled by the drive speed control lever e Press downward on the speed control lever and move lever to desired position BEFORE engaging the trac tion drive control lever Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired
51. y to ensure proper tightness REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CARTON 1 Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from carton 2 Cut down all four corners of carton and lay panels flat 3 Remove all packing materials except plastic tie holding speed control rod to lower handle 4 Remove snow thrower from carton and check carton thoroughly for additional loose parts HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW THROWER TOOL BOX See Fig 8 A toolbox is provided on your snow thrower The toolbox is located on top of the belt cover Store the extra shear bolts nuts and multi wrench provided in parts bag in the toolbox NOTE The multi wrench may be used for assembly of the chute rotatorheadto snow thrower and making adjustments to the skid plates UNFOLD UPPER HANDLE 1 Raise upper handle tothe operating position and tighten handle knobs securely INSTALL SPEED CONTROL ROD See Figs 1 and 2 1 Remove plastic tie securing rod to lower handle 2 Insert rod into speed control bracket and secure with retainer spring UPPER HANDLE HANDLE KNOB LOWER HANDLE FIG 1 SPEED CONTROL ROD RETAINER SPRING SPEED CONTROL CONTROL BRACKET LEVER FIG 2 ASSEMBLY PRE OPERATION INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD See Figs 3 and 4 The traction drive control rod has the long loop on the end of the spring as shown 1 Sli
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