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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. 414639 Rev. 2 10.02.07 TH Printed in 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. Look for this symbol to point out im- por tant safety precautions.
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.
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 familiar- ize you with the unit, which will assist you in assembly, operation and maintenance of the product.
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 3 and 4) The traction drive control rod has the long loop on the end of the spring as shown. 1. Slide rubber sleeve up rod and hook end of spring into pivot bracket with loop opening down as shown.
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATOR HEAD (See Fig. 7) NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to install the chute rotator head. 1. Place discharge chute assembly on top of chute base with discharge opening toward front of snow thrower.
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.
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SPARK PLUG SAFETY IGNITION CHOKE CON- TROL THROTTLE / ENGINE CONTROL RECOIL STARTER PRIM ER HANDLE NOTE: ITEMS ABOVE ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION ON THE ENGINE. ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WITH THE ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT. AU GERS MEETS A.N.S.I.
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 - 00155 ments or repairs.
DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL LEVER FIG. 14 USING THE CLEAN-OUT TOOL (See Fig. 15) In certain snow conditions, the discharge chute may be- come clogged with ice and snow. Use the clean-out tool to dislodge this blockage. When cleaning, repairing, or in spect ing, make certain all controls are disengaged and the auger/impeller and all moving parts have...
TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 17) NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to adjust the skid plates. Skid plates are located on each side of the auger housing and adjust the clearance between the scraper bar and the ground surface.
TO START ENGINE • Be sure fuel shut-off valve is in the “OPEN” position. Your snow thrower engine is equipped with a recoil starter. COLD START 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.
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.
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. • If lubricant is required, use only Ronex ED #1 grease.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or ad just ments: 1. Be sure throttle is in STOP position. 2. Remove safety ignition key. 3. Make sure the augers and all mov ing parts have completely stopped. 4.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 22) 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.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 22) • Remove the klik pin and remove wheel from axle. IMPORTANT: When installing wheel, be sure to use the in- nermost hole in axle and the wheel hub hole. To dis en gage drive system from the wheels (for pushing or trans port ing the snow thrower), remove klik pin from wheel hub and insert pin into the outermost hole in axle only.
OTHER • Remove safety ignition key; store it in a safe place. • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. •...
REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001500)
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REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY KEY PART 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 PR524 (96192001500) DESCRIPTION 191079...
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REPAIR PARTS CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001500)
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REPAIR PARTS CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE 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 PR524 (96192001500) KEY PART DESCRIPTION 414280...
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REPAIR PARTS HANDLES SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001500)
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REPAIR PARTS HANDLES KEY PART 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 PR524 (96192001500) DESCRIPTION 405999X479 Lever, Auger Control, RH...
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REPAIR PARTS DRIVE SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001500)
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REPAIR PARTS DRIVE 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 PR524 (96192001500) KEY PART DESCRIPTION 401619...
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REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001500) 10 21 6 42...
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REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS KEY PART DESCRIPTION 414557 Spring, Traction Idler 180522 Pulley, Idler (2-1/4) - - - Engine, Tecumseh, Model Number LH195SP (For engine service and replacement parts, call Tecumseh Products at 1-800-558-5402) 74780520 Screw, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 150078 Screw 59289...
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REPAIR PARTS WHEELS / DECALS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001500)
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Screw, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 179830 Bearing, Axle 174697 Washer, Thrust (1") 17490508 Bolt KEY PART DESCRIPTION 181037 Decal, Danger 187868 Decal, Poulan Pro, HP/24" 181035 Decal, Danger, Deflector 181042 Decal, Danger 187893 Decal, Poulan Pro 181033 Decal, Instruction 415391 Decal, Traction Lever 415390...
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 Pro, Customer Service Department 5855 Terry Fox Way Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4...
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