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Do Not Throw Away Poulan OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER: • L WARNING: Read the Owner's Manual and PP8527ESB follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so SNOW THROWER can result in serious injury. Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 189539pdnted10.06.03in...
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Snow Throwers IMPORTANT: This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failureto observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Do not operate the equipment without wearing ade- &...
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. • Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate. Keep clear of the discharge opening and front auger area at all times. •...
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SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE ............. 14-15 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ........ SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......16-18 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION ....... TROUBLESHOOTING ..........OPERATION ............8-13 REPAIR PARTS ............20-31 PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON (1) AUGER CONTROL ROD (1) TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD (1) MULTI-...
ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new snow thrower. Your new snow thrower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALLTRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6) (See Figs. 3 and 4) The auger control rod has the short loop on the end of the The traction drive control rod has the long loop on the end spring as shown.
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE/CHUTE ROTATER HEAD CHECK TIRE PRESSURE (See Fig. 7) The tires on your snow th rower were overinflated at the fac- tory for shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pressure NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may is important for best snow throwing performance.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOWTHROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOWTHROWER. Compare the illustrationswith 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. Learn and understand their meaning.
OPERATION SPARK ENGINE OIL CAP AUGER DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER PLUG -WITH DIPSTICK CONTROL SAFETY LEVER\ DRIVESPEED IGNITION - GASOLINE CONTROL LEVER FILLER TRACTION CHUTE CHOKE DRIVE DEFLECTOR CON- CONTROL LEVER THROI-rLE /ENGINE CONTROL OIL DRAIN PLUG RECOIL POWER (AUXIUAR_ CORD STARTER PLUG...
OPERATION The operation of any snow th rower can result TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 11) in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which The choke control is located on the engine. Use the choke can result in severe eye damage. Always wear control whenever you are starting a cold engine.
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OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 15) SELF-PROPELLING, forward and reverse movement of the snow thrower, is controlled by the traction drive control lever located on the left side handle. Squeeze tractiond rive control lever to handle to engage the drive system.
OPERATION TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 16) NOTE:The wrench provided in your parts bag may be used fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline WARNING: Wipe off any spilled oil or to adjust the skid plates. near an open flame. Skid plates are located on each side of the auger housing and adjust the clearance between the scraper bar and the ground surface.
OPERATION COLD START - ELECTRIC STARTER ELECTRIC STARTER Insert safety ignition key into the ignition slot until it Connect the power cord to the engine. clicks. DO NOT turn the key, Keep the extra safety Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole ignition key in a safe place.
MAINTENANCE Clean / Inspect Snow Thrower I1 / Check for Loose Fasteners Check / Replace V-Belts Lubrication Chart Check Engine Oil Level NE Change Engine Oil Inspect Muffler Check / Replace Spark Plug Empty Fuel Tank GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on thissnowthrower does not cover items that (_) SAE 30 Motor Oil have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
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MAINTENANCE V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 Determine temperature range anticipated before next oil hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. are not adjustable.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Disengage all controls and move throttle control to WARNING: To avoid serious injury, STOP position. Wait for all moving parts to stop. before performing any service or ad- Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place justments: it wear it cannot come in contact with spark plug.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 20) The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If the HINT: Insert a 3/8" drive ratchet (in the "ON" position) into belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should the square hole in idler arm and rotate ratchet clockwise to relieve tension.
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TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 21) NOTE: To seal punctures or prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts • Remove the klik pin and remove wheel from axle. dealer.Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rotand corrosion. IMPORTANT: When installing wheel, be sure to use the in- nermost hole in axle and the wheel hub hole.
TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a qualified service center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start Fuel shut-off valve (if so Turn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position. equipped) in OFF position. Safety ignition key Insert safety ignition key. is not inserted.
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SNOWTHROWER - MODEL NUMBER PP8527ESB REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY _.51 44 27 23 24...
REPAIR PARTS SNOWTHROWER - MODEL NUMBER PP8527ESB CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS PART DESCRIPTION 181044 Spring, Traction Idler 180522 Pulley, Idler (2-1/4) Engine, Tecumseh, Model Number HMSK85 (Order parts from Engine manufacturer) 74780520 Screw, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 59289...
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SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER PP8527ESB REPAIR PARTS WHEELS / DECALS...
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Washer, Thrust (1 ") NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KEY, PART DESCRIPTION 181037 Decal, Danger Decal, Poulan Pro, 8.5HP/27" (large) 187871 181035 Decal, Danger, Deflector 181042 Decal, Danger Decal, Poulan Pro, 8.5HP/27" (small)
LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from de- tects in materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.