IMPORTANT Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. WARNING: Snow throwers have ex- Look for this symbol to point out im- posed rotating parts, which can cause por tant safety precautions.
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute 6. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower, stop the engine and make certain the collector/impel- Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge ler and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect chute is the most common cause of injury associated with the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the snow throwers.
PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON (1) MULTI- (1) FUEL STABILIZER PACKET WRENCH (180684) SAFTEY IGNITION KEY(S) (1) POWER CORD (193071) (198563) (1) AUGER CONTROL ROD (2) FLAT WASHERS (1) DISCHARGE CHUTE EXTRA SHEAR BOLTS AND NUTS (6) SHOULDER (6) LOCKNUTS (2) CARRIAGE BOLTS BOLT 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 1/4-20...
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION NOTE: The multi-wrench may be used for assembly of the INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD chute rotator head to snow thrower and making ad just ments (See Figs. 3 and 4) to the skid plates. The traction drive control rod has the long loop on the end of the spring as shown.
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6) INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATER 1. Retrieve vinyl sleeve and spring from bag of parts and HEAD (See Fig. 7) retrieve the auger control rod from carton chute tray. NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may Slide straight rod end through the small hole in the be used to install the chute rotater head.
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL (See Figs. 8 and 9) 1. Install remote cable bracket to discharge chute with 5/16-18 carriage bolt and 5/16-18 locknut as shown. Tighten securely. 2. Install remote cable eyelet to chute deflector with 1/4-20 shoulder bolt and 1/4-20 locknut as shown.
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.
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OPERATION AUGER DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER GAS O LINE ELECTRIC CONTROL DEFLECTOR REMOTE FILLER CAP START LEVER CONTROL LEVER BUTTON DRIVE SPEED TRACTION MUF FLER RECOIL CON TROL LEVER DRIVE (AUXILIARY) CONTROL STARTER LEVER HANDLE CHUTE CHOKE DE FLEC TOR CON- TROL PRIM ER...
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OPERATION The operation of any snow thrower can result TO USE CHOKE CON TROL (See Fig. 13) in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which The choke con trol is located on the en gine. Use the choke can result in severe eye damage. Always wear control when ev er you are starting a cold en gine.
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OPERATION TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 15) TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 17) The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever SELF-PROPELLING, forward and reverse movement of located on the right side handle. the snow thrower, is controlled by the traction drive control lever located on the left side handle.
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OPERATION SCRAPER BAR (See Fig. 19) POWER STEERING OPERATION (See Fig. 18) The scraper bar is not adjustable, but is reversible. After Steering triggers are used to assist in steering your con sid er able use it may become worn. When it has worn snow thrower.
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OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 21) • Be sure fuel shut-off valve is in the “OPEN” position. The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped from Your snow thrower engine is equipped with both a 120 Volt the factory already filled with oil.
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OPERATION SNOW THROWING TIPS NOTE: Over priming may cause flooding, preventing the engine from starting. If you do flood the engine, wait a • Always operate the snow thrower with the engine at few minutes be fore at tempt ing to start and DO NOT push full throttle.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL REC OM MEN DA TIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have been sub ject ed to operator abuse or negligence. ➀ SAE 30 Motor Oil To receive full value from the warranty, operator must ➁...
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MAINTENANCE BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Check belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours Determine temperature range anticipated before next oil of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not change. All oil must meet API service classification SG–SL. ad just able.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 1. Disengage all controls and move throttle control to WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before STOP position. Wait for all moving parts to stop. performing any service or ad just ments: 2. Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug 1.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 24) 7. RELIEVE TENSION ON TRACTION DRIVE BELT IDLER and remove traction drive belt from around The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If the pulleys. belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should be replaced.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 25) TO ADJUST CABLE TENSION (See Fig. 26) • Remove the klik pin and remove wheel from axle. Adjust cable tension by turning the adjuster turn buckle, located on the right hand cable. Grasp the long section IMPORTANT: When installing wheel, be sure to use the tightly and turn the short section to lengthen the adjuster.
STORAGE Immediately prepare your snow thrower for storage at • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and car bu re tor are empty. the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.
TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to an authorized service center/department. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Fuel shut-off valve (if so 1. Turn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position. equipped) in OFF position. 2. Safety ignition key 2.
(e.g., engines and transmissions) are excluded from coverage, and other limitations apply, as described in this document. Husqvarna will repair or replace at its discretion, any defective product or part covered by the Limited Warranty, free of charge at any authorized Husqvarna Servicing Dealer/Center using original OEM Husqvarna replacement parts, subject to the limitations and exclusions described below.
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Husqvarna unit to an authorized Husqvarna Servicing Dealer/Center and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made. If you do not know the location of your nearest authorized Husqvarna Servicing Dealer, call Husqvarna, at 1-800-487-5951 during the hours of 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, or visit www.husqvarna.com.
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** See reference 1 (b) of the warranty statement. RZ - Two (2) Year Consumer warranty, parts & labor, with Hydro-Gear Distributor network. EZ - One (1) Year Commercial warranty, parts & labor, with Husqvarna. Two (2) Year Consumer warranty, parts & labor, with Hydro-Gear Distributor network.
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** See reference 1 (b) of the warranty statement. RZ - Two (2) Year Consumer warranty, parts & labor, with Hydro-Gear Distributor network. EZ - One (1) Year Commercial warranty, parts & labor, with Husqvarna. Two (2) Year Consumer warranty, parts & labor, with Hydro-Gear Distributor network.