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OWNER'S MANUAL

MODEL NUMBER:

961980018

SNOW THROWER

Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation

IMPORTANT MANUAL

Do Not Throw Away

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.

415312 09.11.07 TH

Printed in the U.S.A.

Summary of Contents for 415312

Page 1: ...WER Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away WARNING Read the Owner s Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury 415312 09 11 07 TH Printed in the U S A ...

Page 2: ...thrown from 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 th...

Page 3: ...gh 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 sure ...

Page 4: ... 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 2 Cut down all four corners of carton and lay panels flat 3 Removethetwo 2 screwssecuringtheaugerhousing to the pallet 4 Remove all packing materials except plastic tie holding speed...

Page 5: ...ive 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 SPEED CONTROL ROD SPEED CONTROL BRACKET RETAINER SPRING SPEE...

Page 6: ... 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 19 24 5 N m AUGER CONTROL ROD CONTROL ARM RUBBER SLEEVE LOOP OPENING UP FIG 5 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 ...

Page 7: ...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 8: ...andle used for starting the engine 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 MEETS A N S I SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our snow throwers conform to the standards of the American National Standards Institute TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL LEVER DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER RECOIL AUXILIARY STARTER HANDLE THROT...

Page 9: ...SE 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 FIG 10 FIG 9 FIG 11 FULL OFF SLOW FAST OPEN OFF TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE See Figs 12 13 WARNING Snow throwers have ex posed rotating parts which can ...

Page 10: ...s 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 HIGH POSITION CHUTE DEFLECTOR LOW POSITION KNOB FIG 13 USING THE CLEAN OUT TOOL See Fig 15 In certain snow conditions the discharge chute may be...

Page 11: ...to separation and formation 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 Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season SeeStorageInstructionsforadditional information Never use eng...

Page 12: ...ke 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 operat ing 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 IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN If th...

Page 13: ...ioningproperly LUBRICATION Keep your snow thrower well lubricated See LUBRICATION CHART MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION CHART SNOW THROWER Always observe the safety rules when performing any maintenance TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in both tires 14 17 P S I 19 24 5 N m Keeptiresfreeofgasolineandoil whichcanharmrubber NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant m...

Page 14: ... 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 tra...

Page 15: ...andinstall anew1 4 20x2 shoulder shearboltandspacer 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 Replace safety ignition key IMPELLER SHEAR BOLTS The impeller is secured to the impeller shaft with two 2 capscrew shear bolts and hex nuts Should a foreign objec...

Page 16: ...ises 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 becomedislodgedfromthepulley bycatchingtheidler arm bracket while bringing snow thrower together separate the snow thrower...

Page 17: ... due to suspected carburetor problems take your snow thrower to a qualified service center 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 ...

Page 18: ... FULL position 1 Move choke to OFF position runs roughly 2 Blockage in fuel line 2 Clean fuel line 3 Stale fuel 3 Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel 4 Water in fuel 4 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline 5 Carburetor is in need of 5 Contact a qualified service centre adjustment or overhaul Excessive 1 Loose parts or damaged 1 Tighten all fasteners Replace damaged...

Page 19: ...19 SERVICE NOTES ...

Page 20: ...98001800 AUGER HOUSING IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 6 6 5 9 9 12 7 7 8 6 11 57 10 13 4 14 16 15 36 37 50 47 42 42 44 27 27 43 43 46 38 45 41 40 39 34 32 49 19 48 51 33 35 56 30 31 19 19 55 26 10 22 25 20 18 58 25 26 29 20 10 17 17 28 55 28 18 58 07 AIG plug_r1 ...

Page 21: ...USING IMPELLER ASSEMBLY NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm IMPORTANT Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer O E M replacement parts Failure to do so could be hazardous damage your snow thrower and void your warranty KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 30 413607X479 Auger Assembly RH 31 413606X479 Auger Assembly LH 32 407768 O Ring 33 407769 Bushing Flange 3 4 34 174681 Washe...

Page 22: ...22 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER MODEL 961980018 96198001800 CONTROL PANEL DISCHARGE CHUTE 3 2 1 2 6 19 2 2 26 28 27 27 25 20 29 7 4 5 6 8 8 16 18 17 10 14 3 13 15 9 11 12 22 23 22 23 31 32 30 ...

Page 23: ... 404770X428 Chute Assembly 16 178633X428 Deflector Assembly 17 179145 Seal Deflector 18 128415 Rivet Blind 19 414281 Knob Speed Control Lever 20 72270506 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 22 74041024 Screw 10 24 x 1 1 2 23 188303 Control Assembly Power Steering 25 155377 Nut Lock 5 16 18 26 198474 Lever Assembly Speed Control 27 169675 Retainer Hairpin 28 180445 Rod Upper Speed Control 29 187716 Rod Low...

Page 24: ... REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER MODEL 961980018 96198001800 HANDLES 34 37 42 10 15 23 22 27 27 22 15 32 31 32 30 31 38 39 7 6 36 2 5 5 5 1 8 28 28 9 18 19 26 24 24 25 5 5 40 12 11 15 11 15 16 17 16 17 14 11 13 ...

Page 25: ...2 1 4 23 401940X479 Handle Tube Lower 24 180447 Sleeve Spring 25 180926 Spring Traction Drive 26 178669 Spring Auger Control 27 17000616 Screw Hex Head 3 8 16 x 1 28 412680 Bushing Pivot Lever 30 183346 Console Panel 31 175262 Screw Hex Head Tapping 10 24 x 1 1 4 32 184471 Screw Hex Head Tapping 10 24 x 1 2 34 17060410 Screw 36 178831 Spring Torsion Lever 37 412675X004 Spring Interlock 38 180927 H...

Page 26: ...26 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER MODEL 961980018 96198001800 DRIVE 4 4 4 4 4 2 2 43 11 1 1 22 5 5 5 2 2 20 41 21 17 13 3 6 14 19 18 18 15 24 36 35 34 37 31 9 12 23 26 29 25 4 4 33 28 32 27 44 ...

Page 27: ...h 12 402187 Shaft Hex 13 402310 Pivot Rod Shifter 14 401732 Yoke Shifter 15 175344 Trunnion Bearing Assembly 17 178613 Hub Rubber Wheel 18 198176X479 Plate Rubber Wheel 19 74760514 Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 7 8 20 179831 Ring Rubber Wheel 21 73930500 Nut Lock 5 16 18 22 169675 Retainer Hairpin 23 180135 Spring Bias 24 402691 Sprocket Axle Shaft 25 402652 Pivot Rod Swing Plate 26 401820 Plate Drive ...

Page 28: ... 961980018 96198001800 CHASSIS ENGINE PULLEYS 6 19 17 10 21 22 23 2 3 4 6 42 8 9 12 13 15 27 26 25 24 18 7 20 14 5 40 46 44 49 50 51 52 35 34 33 38 37 39 43 11 32 32 36 36 44 45 41 30 29 31 31 11 11 1 5 5 5 16 56 47 53 10 21 28 57 6 58 ...

Page 29: ...5 16 18 x 1 1 2 19 175331 Bushing Idler Pivot 20 180523 Pulley Idler 2 3 4 21 74610516 Screw Hex Head 5 16 24 x 1 22 409475 Spacer Engine Pulley 23 180478 Pulley Engine Traction Drive 24 179157 Pulley Engine Impeller Drive 25 400026 Washer Flat 3 8 26 850263 Washer Lock 3 8 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 27 851084 Screw Hex Head 3 8 24 x 1 3 8 28 155452 Guide Belt 29 192213 Belt Cover Assembly Include...

Page 30: ...HROWER MODEL 961980018 96198001800 WHEELS 4 4 31 2 8 3 4 4 32 34 30 32 30 15 18 17 19 13 20 11 10 21 33 22 23 24 25 26 28 28 29 27 27 28 28 26 29 25 24 23 22 33 19 21 16 20 11 11 11 11 14 7 10 10 34 9 1 2 3 15 12 13 18 14 12 ...

Page 31: ...ew Hex Head 1 4 20 x 1 2 11 17490508 Screw Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 2 12 405077 Link Steering Lever 13 193506X479 Lever Assembly Steering 14 182015 Pin Steering Lever 15 194944X008 Bellcrank 16 194939X008 Bracket Assembly LH Steering 17 194943X008 Bracket Assembly RH Steering 18 181847 Pin Steering Bellcrank 19 85179 Retainer Hairpin 20 179148X479 Bracket Lever Assembly 21 192126 Driver Wheel 22 18246...

Page 32: ...32 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER MODEL 961980018 96198001800 DECALS ...

Page 33: ...ote Deflector Control 11 415399 Decal LH Trigger 12 415398 Decal RH Trigger 415312 Owner s Manual English 415313 Owner s Manual French REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER MODEL 961980018 96198001800 DECALS NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm IMPORTANT Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer O E M replacement parts Failure to do so could be hazardous damage your snow thrower and...

Page 34: ...34 SERVICE NOTES ...

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Page 36: ...d This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been sub jected to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or to normal wear of the product 5 Exclusions Excluded from this Warranty are belts shear pins normal wear normal adjustments standard hard ware and normal maintenance 6 In the event you have a claim under this Warranty you must return the product to ...

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