User manual HUSQVARNA 5524ST REV 1

[. . . ] Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using this machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets. [. . . ] This will allow you to release your right hand from the handle and adjust the discharge chute direction without interrupting the snow throwing process. NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to adjust the skid plates. Skid plates (N) are located on each side of the auger housing and adjust the clearance between the scraper bar (P) and the ground surface. adjust skid plates evenly to proper height for current surface conditions. For removal of snow in normal conditions, such as a paved driveway or sidewalk, place skid plates in the highest position (lowest scraper clearance) to give a 3 mm (1/8") clearance between the scraper bar and the ground. NOTE: It is not recommended to operate the snow thrower over gravel or rocky surfaces. Objects such as gravel, rocks or other debris can easily be picked up and thrown by the impeller, which can cause serious personal injury, property damage or damage to the snow thrower. If snow thrower must be operated over gravel surface, use extra caution and be sure skid plates are adjusted to lowest (highest scraper clearance) position. Adjust skid plates by loosening the rear 13 mm (1/2") hex nut only, then moving skid plate to desired position. When it has worn almost to the edge of the housing, it can be reversed, providing additional service before requiring replacement. Check engine oil level (Q) The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with oil. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. To change engine oil, see "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL in the Maintenance " section of this manual. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. Insert safety ignition key (D) (tied to recoil start cord) into the ignition slot until it clicks. Push the primer (T) four (4) times if the temperature is below ­10°C (15°F), or two (2) times if temperature is between ­10°C & 10°C (15°F & 50°F). If temperature is above 10°C (50°F), priming is not necessary. NOTE: Over priming may cause flooding, preventing the engine from starting. Throwing snow during a heavy, windy snowstorm can blind you and be hazardous to the safe operation of the snow thrower. Every 25 hours Every 50 hours Every 100 hours Check for loose fasteners and be sure chute guard is in place . Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary. [. . . ] Belt must be fully seated in pulley groove when bringing the snow thrower together. Install the two hex bolts (F) and lock washers (G) and tighten securely. Adjust cable tension by turning the adjuster turn buckle (A), located on the right hand cable. Grasp the long section tightly and turn the short section to lengthen the adjuster. [. . . ]