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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.

FORWARD

PRIMER

IGNITION KEY.

INSERT TO START

AND RUN,

PULL OUT TO STOP.

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INFORMATION

AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

DANGER

OR WARNING

REVERSE

SNOW

DISCHARGE

TRACTION

DRIVE CONTROL

DISENGAGED

ENGAGED

Summary of Contents for 12527HV

Page 1: ...ntaining up to 10 ethanol E10 is acceptable for use in this machine The use of any gasoline exceeding 10 ethanol E10 will void the product warranty Please read the owner s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine ...

Page 2: ... the machine Operation 1 Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times 2 Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross ing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic 3 After striking a foreign object stop the engine motor remove the wire from the spark plug disconnect the cord on electric motors thoroughly in...

Page 3: ...high transport speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when operating in reverse 13 Disengage power to the collector impeller when snow thrower is transported or not in use 14 Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snow thrower such as wheel weights counterweights or cabs 15 Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light Always be sur...

Page 4: ...ITION KEY S 443059 1 MULTI WRENCH 180684 1 LOCKNUT 5 16 18 751153 1 CARRIAGE BOLT 5 16 18 x 5 8 72250505 1 LOCKNUT 1 4 20 191730 1 SHOULDER BOLT 1 4 20 179829 1 SPRING 184505 1 POWER CORD 198563 6 SHEAR BOLTS 1 4 20 x 1 3 4 192090 6 LOCKNUTS 1 4 20 73800400 2 FLAT WASHERS 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS 3 8 16 x 2 25 2 HANDLE KNOBS ...

Page 5: ...ls except plastic tie holding speed control rod to lower handle 5 Remove the two 2 plastic ties securing the upper handle to the pallet 6 Remove snow thrower from carton and check carton thoroughly for additional loose parts HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW THROWER TOOL BOX See Fig 10 A toolbox is provided on your snow thrower The toolbox is located on top of the belt cover Store the extra shear bolts nuts...

Page 6: ...eeve and spring from bag of parts and retrieve the auger control rod from carton chute tray Slide straight rod end through the small hole in the vinyl sleeve Hook spring in hole in rod end 2 Hook end of spring into control arm with loop opening up as shown See Fig 5 3 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 ...

Page 7: ...rposes Correct and equal tire pressure is important for best snow throwing performance Reduce tire pressure to 14 17 PSI CHUTE ROTATOR HEAD 3 8 WASHER 3 8 LOCKNUT THREADED STUD PIN ROTATOR HEAD MOUNTING BRACKET CHUTE BRACKET FIG 7 ALIGN BEFORE TIGHTENING LOCKNUT 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 ...

Page 8: ...s 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 FORWARD PRIMER IGNITION KEY INSERT TO START AND RUN PULL OUT TO STOP READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE OF THIS PRODUCT KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE DANGER OR WARNING REVERSE SNOW DISCHARG...

Page 9: ...t and run Remove when snow thrower is not in use Electric start button used for starting the engine Recoil auxiliary starterhandle usedforstartingengine Primer pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine Choke Control used for starting a cold engine ON OFF switch used to STOP the engine LH and RH turn triggers used to steer the snow thrower DEFLECT...

Page 10: ...o lower the deflector and decrease the distance Move lever back to raise the deflector and increase the distance Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which canresultinsevereeyedamage Alwayswear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your snow thrower or performing any adjust ments or r...

Page 11: ...n that side of snow thrower and allows it to turn in that direction To turn left squeeze left side trigger To turn right squeeze right side trigger CLEAN OUT TOOL FIG 15 MOUNTING CLIP DISCHARGE CHUTE 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 Squeezetracti...

Page 12: ...hipped 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 To change engine oil see TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL in the Maintenance section of this manual AD...

Page 13: ...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 Whentheenginestarts releasetherecoilstarterhandle andslowlymovethechokecontroltothe OFF position Allow the engine to warm up...

Page 14: ...ked at least once each season 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 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 ...

Page 15: ...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 TO REMOVE WHEELS in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual 1 Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug Place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug 2 Clean area around drain plug 3 Remove drain plug ...

Page 16: ... Place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug 3 Align hole in auger hub with hole in auger shaft and install a new 1 4 20 x 2 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 Insert safety ignition key and reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug IMPELLER SHEAR BOLTS The impel...

Page 17: ... a service center department 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 construc tion and should be replaced by original equipment manu facturer OEM belts available from your nearest service center department Using other than OEM belts can cause personal injury or damage to the snow thrower WARNING...

Page 18: ... TURN BUCKLE FIG 24 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 TO REMOV...

Page 19: ... system of an engine while in storage 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 Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in min imizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to...

Page 20: ...3 Remove ice and snow on and around fuel tank cap 4 Dirty or clogged muffler 4 Clean or replace muffler Engine idles or runs roughly 1 Choke is in FULL position 1 Move choke to OFF position 2 Blockage in fuel line 2 Clean fuel line 3 Stale fuel 3 Empty fuel tank carburetor refill with fresh clean gasoline 4 Water in fuel 4 Empty fuel tank carburetor refill with fresh clean gasoline 5 Carburetor is...

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