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PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON

(3) RETAINER 

SPRINGS 

 (169675)

(1) WASHER 3/8

(19131316)

(1) LOCKNUT 3/8

(73800600)

 SAFTEY 

IGNITION KEY(S)

(422663)

(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

Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety 

before you attempt to assemble or operate your new 

snow thrower.  Reading the entire manual will familiar-

ize you with the unit, which will assist you in assembly, 

operation and maintenance of the product.

Your new snow thrower has been as sem bled at the factory 

with the ex cep tion of those parts left unassembled for ship-

ping 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.

ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION

2.  Cut down all four corners of carton and lay panels flat.
3.  Remove the two (2) screws securing the auger housing 

to the pallet.

4.  Remove all packing materials ex cept 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 

thor ough ly for ad di tion al 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 and multi-wrench provided in parts bag in the toolbox.

Summary of Contents for 1830SB

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual 1830SB 1830SB ...

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: ...poses 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 necessary to ensure proper tightness REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CARTON 1 Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from carton ASSEMB...

Page 5: ...o lower handle Install in lower holes in handles 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 INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD See Figs 3 and 4 The traction drive control rod is installed on the snow thrower 1 Remove plastic tie securing rod to lower handle 2 With top end of ro...

Page 6: ...INER SPRING FIG 6 INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD See Figs 5 and 6 1 Retrieve vinyl sleeve and spring from bag of parts and retrieve the auger control rod from carton chute tray 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 ...

Page 7: ...s Correct and equal tire pressure is important for best snow throwing performance Reduce tire pressure to 14 17 PSI CHUTE DEFLECTOR CONTROL LEVER FIG 9 FIG 8 HOOK BETWEEN HEX NUTS ON CHUTE ROTATER HEAD SPRING CHUTE DEFLECTOR 5 16 18 CARRIAGE BOLT 5 16 18 LOCKNUT REMOTE CABLE BRACKET 1 4 20 LOCKNUT CABLE EYELET 1 4 20 SHOULDER BOLT ...

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: ...nal 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 Traction drive control lever used to engage power propelled forward or reverse motion of snow thrower MEETS A N S I SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our snow throwers conform to the standards of the American National Standards Institute TRACTION DR...

Page 10: ...ine Do not use to start a warm engine To engage choke rotate lever to FULL position TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE See Fig 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 If the discharge chute o...

Page 11: ... reverse movement of the snow thrower is controlled by the traction drive control lever located on the left side handle Squeezetractiondrivecontrollevertohandletoengage the drive system 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 Press downward on the speed control lever and mov...

Page 12: ...TUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WITH ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT FIG 19 POWER CORD PLUG GASOLINE FILLER CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP DIPSTICK RECOIL AUXILIARY STARTER HANDLE TO ADJUST SKID PLATES See Fig 18 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 Adju...

Page 13: ...er cord to the engine 5 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 continu ous seconds between each time you try to start Wait 5 to 10 seconds between each attempt 7 When the engine starts release t...

Page 14: ... 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 Checkcontrolstobesuretheyarefunctioningproperly LUBRICATION Keep your snow thrower well lubricated See LUBRICATION CHART SNOW THROWER ...

Page 15: ...cannot come in contact with plug 2 Clean area around drain plug 3 Remove drain plug and drain oil in a suitable container 4 Install drain plug and tighten securely 5 Wipe off any spilled oil from snow thrower and engine 6 Install left wheel if removed for draining oil Be sure to install klik pin into proper hole in wheel axle See TO REMOVE WHEELS in the Service and Adjustments section of this manu...

Page 16: ...ol lever is engaged check to see if the capscrews have sheared To replace the capscrew shear bolts WARNING To avoid serious injury before performing any service or adjustments 1 Be sure the on off switch is in the OFF position 2 Remove safety ignition key 3 Make sure the augers and all moving parts have completely stopped 4 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot ...

Page 17: ...e belt s be replaced by 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 t...

Page 18: ...RN 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 REMOVE W...

Page 19: ...l 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 mini mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer t...

Page 20: ... 1 Move choke to OFF position runs roughly 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 in need of 5 Contact an authorized service center department adjustment or overhaul Excessive 1 Loose parts or damaged 1 Tighten all fasteners Rep...

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Page 24: ...me of purchase SECTION 2 HUSQVARNA S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY Husqvarna will repair or replace defective components without charge for parts or labor if a component fails because of a defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period SECTION 3 ITEMS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY The following items are not covered by this warranty 1 Normal customer maintenance items which become wo...

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