Poulan 185156 User Manual

IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away

OWNER'S MANUAL

MODEL NUMBER:

P524ESA

SNOW THROWER

Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation

WARNING:

Read the Owner's Manual and fol low all Warnings and Safety In struc tions. Fail ure to do so can result in serious injury.

185156 Rev. 1 11.01.02 BY

Printed in U.S.A.

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 por tant safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BE COME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFE TY IS IN VOLVED.

WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place it where it can not con tact plug in order to pre vent ac ci den tal start ing when setting up, trans port ing, ad just ing or making re pairs.

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, porch es or other such structures or buildings.

WARNING: Snow throwers have ex posed rotating parts, which can cause severe injury from contact, or from material thrown from the discharge chute. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, small children and pets at all times including startup.

CAUTION: Mufﬂ er 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 con stit u ents, and certain vehicle com po nents contain or emit chem icals known to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm.

TRAINING

• Read the operating and service instruction manual care ful ly. 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 tic u lar ly 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 equip ment is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, rocks & landscaping.

• Disengage all clutches before starting engine (mo tor).

• Do not operate the equipment without wearing ad e 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 ﬂ ammable.

- 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).

- Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never ﬁ ll

fuel tank indoors.

- Replace fuel cap securely and wipe up spilled

fuel.

- Never store fuel or snow thrower with fuel in the

tank inside of a building where fumes may reach an open ﬂ ame 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 ﬁ ll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck

or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place con tain ers on the ground, away from your vehicle before ﬁ lling.

- 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 all times, until re fu el ing is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

- If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing im-

me di ate ly.

• For all units with electric starting motors use electric starting ex ten sion cords certiﬁ ed 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 clear ance) position.

• Never attempt to make any ad just ments while the engine (motor) is running (except when speciﬁ cally rec om mend ed by manufacturer).

• Let engine (motor) and snow thrower adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear snow.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation 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 inﬂ uence of alcohol or taking drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this ma chine.

• Do not use this machine if you are mentally or phys i cal ly 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.

• Exercise extreme caution when op er at ing on or cross ing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or trafﬁ c.

• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly in spect snow thrower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower.

• If the unit should start to vibrate ab nor mal ly, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the op er at ing position, before unclogging the auger/impeller housing or discharge chute and when making any repairs, ad just ments, or in spec tions.

• When cleaning, repairing, or in spect ing, make certain all controls are disengaged and the auger/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect 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 thrower unattended. Disengage the auger/impeller, stop engine (motor), and remove key.

• Do not run the engine (mo tor) in doors, except when starting the engine (mo tor) and for transporting the snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside doors.

WARNING: Exhaust fumes are dan ger ous (con tain ing CAR BON MONOXIDE, an ODOR LESS and DEAD LY GAS).

• 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.

• Never operate the snow thrower near glass en clo 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.

• Disengage power to the auger/impeller when snow thrower is transported or not in use.

• Use only attachments and ac ces so ries approved by the manufacturer of the snow thrower (such as wheel weights, counterweights, cabs, tire chains, electric star t kits, etc.).

• Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a ﬁ rm hold on the handles. Walk; never run.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks, driveways and other ground level surfaces.

• Do not use the snow thrower on surfaces above ground level such as roofs of residences, garages, porches or other such structures or buildings.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

• 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 operator’s guide instructions for im por tant details if the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period.

• Maintain or replace safety and in struc tion 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. It has been designed, engineered and man u fac tured to give best possible dependability and per for mance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech ni cians 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 prop er ly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

SERIAL NUMBER: ___________________________

DATE OF PURCHASE: _______________________

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE 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 3.5 Quarts and Type: Unleaded Regular only

Oil Type SAE 30 (above 40°F) (API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (0° to +40°F) SAE 0W-30 (below 0°F)

Oil Capacity: 17 Ounces

Spark Plug: Champion RN4C (Gap: .030")

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your snow thrower.

• Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor age” sec tions of this own er’s manual.

SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................ 3

WARRANTY................................................................ 32

ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION ............................... 5-7

OPERATION ............................................................ 8-13

MAINTENANCE..................................................... 14-15

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 14

SERVICE AND AD JUST MENTS ........................... 16-18

STORAGE ................................................................... 18

TROU BLE SHOOT ING ................................................ 19

REPAIR PARTS...................................................... 20-31

PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON

ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION

Read these instructions and this man u al in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new snow thrower.

Your new snow thrower has been as sem bled at the factory with the ex cep tion of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to com plete the as sem bly have been placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper operation of your snow thrower, all parts and hard ware you assemble must be tightened se cure ly. Use the correct tools as nec es sary to ensure proper tightness.

REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CAR TON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from carton.

2. Cut down all four corners of carton and lay panels ﬂ at.

3. Remove all packing materials ex cept plastic tie holding speed control rod to lower handle.

4. Remove snow thrower from carton and check carton thor ough ly for ad di tion al loose parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW THROWER

TOOL BOX (See Fig. 9)

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 rotator head to snow thrower and making ad just ments to the skid plates.

UNFOLD UPPER HANDLE

1. Raise upper handle to the operating position and tight en handle knobs securely.

SPEED CONTROL ROD

PLASTIC TIE

UPPER HANDLE

HANDLE KNOB

LOWER HANDLE

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.

SPEED CONTROL BRACKET

FIG. 1

SPEED CON TROL ROD

RETAINER SPRING

SPEED

CONTROL

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. Slide 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

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. With top end of rod 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.

AUGER CONTROL ROD

RUBBER SLEEVE

CONTROL ARM

PIVOT BRACKET

FIG. 3

TRACTION DRIVE CON TROL LEVER

DRIVE CONTROL BRACKET

LOOP OPEN ING DOWN

RETAINER

SPRING

TRACTION DRIVE CON TROL ROD

AUGER CONTROL ROD

LOOP

OPENING

FIG. 5

RETAINER SPRING

AUGER

CONTROL

LEVER

AUGER CONTROL BRACKET

FIG. 4

FIG. 6

ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION

INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATER HEAD (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 bracket. If nec es sary, rotate chute assembly to align square and pin on un der side of chute rotater head with holes in chute brack et.

3. With chute rotater head and chute bracket aligned, po si tion chute rotater head on pin and threaded stud of mounting bracket.

4. Install 3/8 washer and locknut on threaded stud and tighten securely.

CHUTE ROTATER HEAD

3/8 LOCKNUT

3/8 WASHER

INSTALL WEIGHT BAG (See Fig. 8)

Though seldom required, the weight bag will re duce the ten den cy of the auger housing to ride up on hard, icy drifts. Should conditions require it, install as follows:

1. Shut off engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Fill weight bag with de sired amount of sand.

3. Place weight bag on top of auger hous ing with mount ing clamp at front edge of auger housing as shown.

4. Insert weight bag between the auger hous ing and the bar of the mounting clamp as shown and secure with 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 capscrews. Tight en securely.

IMPORTANT: Mount the weight bag in a location which does not cover the warning decals on top of the auger housing.

MOUNTING CLAMP

WEIGHT BAG

BAR

CHUTE BRACKET

THREADED

STUD

ROTATER HEAD

MOUNT ING

BRACKET

FIG. 7

5/16-18 x 1-1/2

CAPSCREWS

AUGER HOUSING

FIG. 8

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your snow thrower were overinﬂ ated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pres sure 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.

DANGER

OR WARNING

IGNITION KEY.

INSERT TO START

AND RUN,

PULL OUT TO STOP.

FORWARD

REVERSE

PRIMER

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INFORMATION

AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

SNOW

DISCHARGE

DISENGAGED

ENGAGED

TRACTION

DRIVE CONTROL

OPERATION

SPARK

SAFETY IGNITION KEY

CHOKE CON TROL

THROTTLE / ENGINE CONTROL

RECOIL (AUXILIARY) STARTER HANDLE

NOTE: ITEMS ABOVE

LOCATION ON THE

ENGINE. ACTUAL

LOCATION MAY VARY

WITH THE ENGINE

PLUG

PRIM ER

ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL

ON YOUR UNIT.

POWER CORD PLUG

ELECTRIC START BUTTON

ENGINE OIL CAP

WITH DIPSTICK

GAS O LINE

OIL DRAIN

PLUG

FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE

DISCHARGE

CHUTE

FILLER

CAP

AUGER CONTROL LEVER

CHUTE

DE FLEC TOR

DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER

DRIVE SPEED CON TROL LEVER

TRACTION

DRIVE

CONTROL

LEVER

HANDLE

KNOB

MUF FLER

TOOLBOX

AU GER

FIG. 9

MEETS A.N.S.I. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our snow throwers conform to the standards of the American National Standards Institute.

Toolbox - used to store spare shear bolts, locknuts and wrench.

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 start ing the

en gine.

Primer - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine.

Throttle/engine control - used to se lect 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 for ward 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 rec tion the snow is thrown.

Skid plate - used to adjust height of scraper bar from the ground.

SKID PLATE

OPERATION

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.

HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER

Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel or

attempting to start the engine.

STOPPING

TRACTION DRIVE

• Release traction drive control lever to stop the forward

or reverse movement of the snow thrower.

AUGER

• 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.

NOTE: Never use choke to stop engine.

TO USE FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE (See Fig. 10)

The fuel shut-off valve is located beneath the fuel tank on the engine. Always op er ate the snow thrower with the fuel shut-off valve in the OPEN position.

TO USE CHOKE CON TROL (See Fig. 12)

The choke con trol is located on the en gine. Use the choke control when ev er you are starting a cold en gine. Do not use to start a warm en gine.

• To engage choke, turn knob clockwise. Slowly turn knob counterclockwise to disengage.

FULLOFF

FIG. 12

TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE (See Figs. 13 & 14)

WARNING: If the discharge chute or au ger become clogged, shut-off en gine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Use a stick, NOT YOUR HANDS, to un clog the chute and/or auger.

OFF

OPEN

FIG. 10

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 11)

The throttle control is located on the engine. Always op er ate the snow thrower with the engine at full throttle. Full throttle offers the best snow thrower performance.

FAS T

SLOW

FIG. 11

The DIRECTION in which snow is to be thrown is controlled by the discharge chute control lever.

• 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. 13

The DISTANCE that snow is thrown is controlled by the position of the chute deﬂ ector. Set the deﬂ ector low to throw snow a short distance; set the deﬂ ector higher to throw snow farther.

• To change the deﬂ ector position, loosen knob, move de-

ﬂ ector to desired position and tighten knob securely.

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