Trouble Shooting Chart; Usa - Murray, Inc; Outdoor Power Equipment Customer Service Department P.o. Box; Brentwood, Tennessee 37027 - Murray 624504x4C Instruction Book

WARNING: For safety and to pro-
tect the machine, use only original
equipment shear bolts.
To replace a broken shear bolt, proceed as fol-
lows. Extra shear bolts were provided in the as-
sembly parts bag.
1. (Figure 2) Move the throttle control (13) to
the stop position. Disengage all controls.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire. Make sure
all moving parts have stopped.
3. (Figure 9) Lubricate the auger shaft Zerk
fitting (1), if equipped, with a grease gun.
4. (Figure 21) Align the hole in the auger with
the hole in the auger shaft. Install the new
shear bolt (2), spacer (3) and locknut (4).
5. Connect the spark plug wire.
How To Prepare The Snow Thrower For
Storage
WARNING: Do not remove gasoline
while inside a building, near a fire,
or while you smoke. Gasoline
fumes can cause an explosion or a fire.
1. Drain the fuel tank.
2. Let the engine run until it is out of gasoline.
3. Drain the oil from the warm engine. Fill the
engine crankcase with new oil.
4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder.
Pour one ounce of oil into the cylinder. Slow-
ly pull the recoil-start grip so that the oil will
protect the cylinder. Install a new spark plug
in the cylinder.
TROUBLE
Difficult starting
Engine runs erratic
Engine stalls
Engine runs erratic;
Loss of power
Excessive vibration
Unit fails to propel itself
Unit fails to discharge snow
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5. Thoroughly clean the snow thrower.
6. Lubricate all lubrication points. See the Main-
tenance section.
7. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are
securely fastened. Inspect all visible moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear. Re-
place if necessary.
8. Cover the bare metal parts of the blower
housing, auger, and the impeller with spray
rust preventative lubricant.
9. Put the unit in a building that has good ven-
tilation.
10. If the machine must be stored outdoors,
block up the snow thrower to be sure the en-
tire machine is off the ground.
11. Cover the snow thrower with a suitable pro-
tective cover that does not retain moisture.
Do not use plastic.
How To Order Replacement Parts
The replacement parts are shown either on the
back pages of this Instruction Book or in a
separate Parts List Book.
Use only manufacturer's authorized or approved
replacement parts. The letter placed on the end
of the part number denotes the type of finish for
the part, C for chrome, Z for zinc, a PA for
purchased assembly. It is important that you
include this when ordering a part. Do not use
attachments or accessories not specifically
recommended for this unit. In order to obtain
proper replacement parts you must supply the
model number (see nameplate).

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

CAUSE
Defective spark plug.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Blocked fuel line, empty gas tank, or stale
gasoline
Unit running on CHOKE.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Loose parts: damaged impeller
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Incorrect adjustment of traction drive cable
Worn or damaged friction wheel.
Auger drive belt loose or damaged.
Auger control cable not adjusted correctly.
Shear bolt broken
Discharge chute clogged.
Foreign object lodged in auger
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Replacement parts, except for the engine,
transmission, transaxle or differential, are
available from the store where the product was
purchased, a service shop recommended by the
store or from a "Murray, Inc. Central Parts
Distributor" listed on the back page of this
Instruction Book.
If you are unable to obtain parts or service in the
manner outlined above, then contact:

USA - MURRAY, INC.

Outdoor Power Equipment
Customer Service Department
P.O. Box 268

Brentwood, Tennessee 37027

1-800-251-8007
CANADA - MURRAY CANADA, INC.
Factory Customer Service
1195 Coutneypark Drive East
Mississauga, Ont. L5T-1R1
1-800-661-6662 Collect telephone calls will not
be accepted.
Replacement parts for the engine, transaxle, or
transmission, are available from the
manufacturer's authorized service center found
in the yellow pages of the telephone directory.
Also, see the individual engine or transmission
warranties to order replacement parts.
When ordering the following information is
required:
(1) The Model Number
(2) Serial Number
(3) Part Number
(4) Quantity
CORRECTION
Replace spark plug.
Use carburetor bowl drain to flush and refill with
fresh fuel.
Clean fuel line; check fuel supply; add fresh
gasoline
Set choke lever to RUN position.
Use carburetor bowl drain to flush and refill with
fresh fuel.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark
plug wire. Tighten all bolts and make all
necessary repairs. If vibration continues, have
the unit serviced by a competent repairman.
Replace drive belt.
Adjust traction drive cable.
Replace friction wheel.
Adjust auger drive belt; replace if damaged.
Adjust auger control cable.
Replace shear bolt
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark
plug wire. Clean discharge chute and inside of
auger housing.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark
plug wire. Remove object from auger.
ENGLISH