User manual POULAN PR5524ESLCT

[. . . ] IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER: SNOW THROWER PR5524ESLCT Read the Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. WARNING: Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 424003 Rev. 1 10. 27. 08 SR Printed in the U. S. A. Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place it where it cannot contact plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs. [. . . ] Failure to do so can cause the unit to malfunction and pose a risk of injury to the operator. LUBRICATION CHART Maintenance section SAE 30 Motor Oil See "ENGINE" in General Purpose Grease Pivot points BEFORE EACH USE 1. Check controls to be sure they are functioning properly. LUBRICATION Keep your snow thrower well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART"). grease fittings Auger Engine oil SNOW THROWER Always observe the safety rules when performing any maintenance. TIRES · Maintain proper air pressure in both tires (14­17 P . S. I. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. · MAINTENANCE V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary. (See "TO REMOVE BELT COVER" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). The V-belts on your snow thrower are of special construction and should be replaced by original equipment manufacturer (OEM) belts available from your nearest dealer. Using other than OEM belts can cause personal injury or damage to the snow thrower. AUGER GEAR CASE · The gear case was filled with lubricant to the proper level at the factory. The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the gear case. TRACTION DRIVE SYSTEM DO NOT lubricate the drive components inside the snow thrower. The sprockets, hex shafts, drive disc and friction wheel require no lubrication. The bearings and bushings are lifetime lubricated and require no maintenance. CAUTION: Any lubricating of the above components can cause contamination of the friction wheel and damage to the drive system of your snow thrower. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range anticipated before next oil change. NOTE: The left side wheel may be removed from snow thrower for easier access to the oil drain plug and placement 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). Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. Be sure to install klick pin into proper hole in wheel axle (See "TO REMOVE WHEELS" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. [. . . ] 422663 DESCRIPTION SAFETY IGNITION KEY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. 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. 36 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER PR5524ESLCT (96192002500) DECALS 1 2 4 7 9 6 1 3 KEY NO. [. . . ]