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Poulan Pro 420917 Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL NUMBER:
961980021
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.
420917 Rev 2 08.19.08 TH
Printed in the U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 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. 420917 Rev 2 08.19.08 TH Printed in the U.S.A.

  • 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/impel- ler 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 engine.

  • Page 4: Assembly / Pre-Operation

    PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON (1) DISCHARGE CHUTE EXTRA SHEAR BOLTS AND NUTS (2) SHEAR BOLTS 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 (198636) ROTATOR HEAD MOUNTING (1) WASHER 3/8 (1) LOCKNUT 3/8 (19131316) CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL (1) LOCKNUT (1) CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16-18 5/16-18 x 5/8 (751153) (72250505)
  • Page 5 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION NOTE: The multi-wrench may be used for assembly of the chute rotator head to snow thrower and making ad just ments to the skid plates. UNFOLD UPPER HANDLE 1. Raise upper handle to the operating position and tight en handle knobs securely.
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION 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 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL (See Figs. 8 and 9) 1. Install remote cable bracket to discharge chute with 5/16-18 carriage bolt and 5/16-18 locknut as shown. Tighten securely. 2. Install remote cable eyelet to chute deflector with 1/4-20 shoulder bolt, nylon washer and 1/4-20 locknut as shown.

  • Page 8: 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 9 GAS O LINE FILLER CAP MUF FLER CHOKE CON- TROL PRIM ER SAFETY IGNITION ON / OFF SWITCH 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.
  • Page 10 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.

  • Page 11: Using The Clean-Out Tool

    USING THE CLEAN-OUT TOOL (See Fig. 14) 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 au- ger/impeller and all moving parts have stopped.

  • Page 12: Before Starting The Engine

    TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 17) TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 17) NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to adjust the skid plates. used to adjust the skid plates.

  • Page 13: Snow Throwing Tips

    TO START ENGINE Your snow thrower engine is equipped with both a 120 Volt A.C. electric starter and a recoil starter. The electric starter is equipped with a three-wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 Volt A.C. household current. •...

  • Page 14: 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 15: To Change Engine Oil

    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.

  • Page 16: 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. 4.

  • Page 17: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 21) 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 service centre/department.

  • Page 18: Storage

    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 axle hole closest to the end of the shaft – do not use the hole in the wheel hub (if equipped).

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a qualified service centre. 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. 5.

  • Page 20: Repair Parts

    SNOW THROWER - MODEL 961980021 (96198002100) REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 2 (EXPLODED) 01.07.004-B NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 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.
  • Page 21 REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 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 961980021 (96198002100) PART DESCRIPTION 175321X479...
  • Page 22 REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 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 961980021 (96198002100) 3 (5x) 4 (5x) 01.07.002-A...
  • Page 23 REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 01.07.024-B 01.11.001-A 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 961980021 (96198002100) PART DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 24 REPAIR PARTS CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE PART DESCRIPTION 404770X428 CHUTE WELDMENT 178633X428 DEFLECTOR WELDMENT 420673 DEFLECTOR CONTROL ASSEMBLY 420325 DEFLECTOR SEAL 414280 KNOB BLACK 128415 POP RIVET 17501010 SCREW 10−24 X .625 179829 SHOULDER SCREW 179246 PLASTIC WASHER 191730 NUT 1/4−20 72250505 CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16−18 X .50...
  • Page 25 REPAIR PARTS CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE PART DESCRIPTION 420337 LEVER/CABLE ROTATOR ASSEMBLY 17501010 SCREW 10−24 X .625 420678 ROTATOR HEAD 420677 ROTATOR PIVOT BRACKET 420675 PULLEY PIVOT 420674 CABLE ASSEMBLY NOTES: 1. ITEMS INDICATED WITH AN * ARE LISTED AS REFERENCE FOR SERVICE PARTS ONLY. PART DESCRIPTION 188303...
  • Page 26 REPAIR PARTS HANDLES 01.05.002-B 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 961980021 (96198002100) 01.08.004-A PART DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 27 REPAIR PARTS HANDLES 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 961980021 (96198002100) 01.12.001-A PART DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS HANDLES 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 961980021 (96198002100) PART DESCRIPTION 412683X479...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS HANDLES 01.10.007-B 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 961980021 (96198002100) 01.08.007-B PART DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 30 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 961980021 (96198002100) ITEM 43 EXPLODED 51 52 01.02.006-E...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION 198474 SPEED SELECTOR ASSEMBLY 17501010 SCREW 10−24 X .625 402685X428 END PLATE 17490508 SCREW 5/16−18 X .50 57079 WASHER 405485 CONTROL ARM 198580 CLEVIS PIN 403097X004 SHIFTER PLATE 402881 SHOULDER BOLT 403096X004 SHIFTER BRACKET 191730 NUT 1/4−20 402856X004 CLUTCH PLATE...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS DRIVE 01.03.002-A 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 961980021 (96198002100) PART DESCRIPTION 404923...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS 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 961980021 (96198002100) 01.00.006-A 01.04.019-A PART...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS WHEELS 01.06.005-A 01.15.003-A 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 961980021 (96198002100) PART DESCRIPTION 192092X421...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS WHEELS 01.15.001-A 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 961980021 (96198002100) PART DESCRIPTION 405161...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS BAG OF PARTS 01.14.007-A 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 961980021 (96198002100) 01.14.003-A PART DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 37: Repair Parts

    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 961980021 (96198002100) PART DESCRIPTION 181037 DECAL, DANGER 422536 DECAL, POULAN 181035 DECAL, DANGER, DEFLECTOR 181042 DECAL, DANGER 422537 DECAL 181033...
  • Page 38 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 39 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 40: 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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