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Poulan Pro 961980019 User Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL NUMBER:
961980019

SNOW THROWER

Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
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.
415326 10.03.07 TH
Printed in the U.S.A.

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  • Page 1: Snow Thrower

    IMPORTANT MANUAL OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER: 961980019 SNOW THROWER Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 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.

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    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. Look for this symbol to point out im- por tant safety precautions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    6. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower, stop the engine and make certain the collector/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the en- gine.
  • Page 4 PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON...

  • Page 5: Assembly / Pre-Operation

    ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new snow thrower. Reading the entire manual will familiarize you with the unit, which will assist you in assembly, operation and maintenance of the product.
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION TRACTION DRIVE RETAINER CON TROL LEVER DRIVE CONTROL BRACKET FIG. 4 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 rod and hook end of spring into control arm with loop opening up as shown.

  • Page 7: Operation

    OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your snow thrower or in literature supplied with the product.
  • Page 8 SPARK PLUG SAFETY IGNITION CHOKE CON- TROL THROTTLE / ENGINE CONTROL RECOIL POWER (AUXILIARY) CORD STARTER PLUG ELECTRIC HANDLE START BUTTON PRIM ER NOTE: ITEMS ABOVE ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION ON THE ENGINE. ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WITH THE ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT.
  • Page 9 The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your snow thrower or performing any ad just - ments or repairs.

  • Page 10: Using The Clean-Out Tool

    TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 12) The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever located on the right side handle. • Squeeze auger control lever to handle to engage the auger and throw snow. • Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow. AUGER CONTROL LEVER...

  • Page 11: Before Starting The Engine

    • If snow thrower must be operated over gravel surface, use extra caution and be sure skid plates are adjusted to lowest (highest scraper clear ance) position. 1. Shut off engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Adjust skid plates by loosening the hex nut, then mov- ing skid plate to desired position.

  • Page 12: Operation

    WARM START - ELECTRIC STARTER Follow the steps above, keeping the choke control in the “OFF” position. COLD START - RECOIL STARTER 1. Insert safety ignition key (packed separately in parts bag) into ignition slot until it clicks. DO NOT turn the key. Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place.

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    GENERAL REC OM MEN DA TIONS The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have been sub ject ed to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain snow thrower as in struct ed in this manual. Some ad just - ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your snow thrower.

  • Page 14: Cleaning

    V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. (See “TO REMOVE BELT COVER” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

  • Page 15: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or ad just ments: 1. Be sure the on/off switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove safety ignition key. 3. Make sure the augers and all mov ing parts have completely stopped.

  • Page 16: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 20) The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If the belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should be replaced. It is recommended that the belt(s) be replaced by a Sears service centre/department.

  • Page 17: Storage

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 21) • Remove the klik pin and remove wheel from axle. IMPORTANT: When installing wheel, be sure to use the axle hole closest to the end of the shaft – do not use the hole in the wheel hub (if equipped).

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears service centre/department. PROBLEM CAUSE Does not start 1. Fuel shut-off valve (if so equipped) in OFF position. 2. Safety ignition key is not inserted. 3. Out of fuel. 4. Throttle in STOP position (or ON/OFF switch is OFF).
  • Page 19 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 20: Repair Parts

    SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980019 (96198001901) REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 21 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 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. SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980019 (96198001901) PART DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 22 REPAIR PARTS CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980019 (96198001901)
  • Page 23 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 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. SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980019 (96198001901) KEY PART DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 24 REPAIR PARTS HANDLES SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980019 (96198001901)
  • Page 25 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 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. SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980019 (96198001901) DESCRIPTION 412682X479...
  • Page 26 REPAIR PARTS DRIVE SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980019 (96198001901)
  • Page 27 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 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. SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980019 (96198001901) KEY PART DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980019 (96198001901) 10 21 6 42...
  • Page 29 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 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. SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980019 (96198001901) KEY PART DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 30 SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980019 (96198001901) REPAIR PARTS WHEELS / DECALS...

  • Page 31: Repair Parts

    NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 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. SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980019 (96198001901) DESCRIPTION 187833X421 Wheel Assembly, 16", LH...

  • Page 32: Warranty

    This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975. LIMITED WARRANTY In Canada contact: Poulan, Customer Service Department 5855 Terry Fox Way Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4...

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