User manual POULAN PRO XT824ES

[. . . ] IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER: XT824ES SNOW THROWER 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 430355 10. 19. 09 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 Remove safety ignition key and 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. [. . . ] Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. 13 BELTS Check 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 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. MAINTENANCE 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. 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. 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. 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. FIG. 17) Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG­SL. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc. ) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the snow thrower is not used for 25 hours in one year. [. . . ] 193071 DESCRIPTION SAFETY IGNITION KEY 1 3 2 4 1 4 2 2. 56 01. 14. 012-A KEY NO. 180445 187716 72270505 155377 DESCRIPTION SHIFTER ROD TOP SHIFTER ROD BOTTOM CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16-18 X . 75 NUT 5/16-18 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. [. . . ]