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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL NUMBER:
PR524

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.
416831 09.20.07 SR
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1: Snow Thrower

    IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER: WARNING: PR524 Read the Owner's Manual and fol low all Warnings and Safety In struc tions. Fail ure to do so SNOW THROWER can result in serious injury. 416831 09.20.07 SR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation Printed in U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    IMPORTANT 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. WARNING: Snow throwers have ex- Look for this symbol to point out im- posed rotating parts, which can cause por tant safety precautions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    6. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower, 16. Never touch a hot engine or muffler. stop the engine and make certain the collector/impeller Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge to prevent someone from accidentally starting the en- chute is the most common cause of injury associated with...
  • 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 SPEED snow thrower. Reading the entire manual will familiar- CONTROL ize you with the unit, which will assist you in assembly, operation and maintenance of the product.
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL TRACTION 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 spring as shown. The traction drive control rod has the long loop on the end of the spring as shown.

  • Page 7: Assembly / Pre-Operation

    ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATOR SPRING HEAD (See Fig. 7) 1/4-20 CHUTE SHOULDER NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may DE FLEC TOR BOLT be used to install the chute rotator head. HOOK 1. Place discharge chute assembly on top of chute base BE TWEEN HEX NYLON with discharge opening toward front of snow thrower.

  • 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 OPERATION SPARK ENGINE OIL CAP AUGER DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER PLUG WITH DIPSTICK CONTROL SAFETY LEVER DEFLECTOR REMOTE DRIVE SPEED IGNITION CONTROL LEVER CON TROL LEVER GAS O LINE FILLER CHUTE CHOKE DE FLEC TOR CON- TROL FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL...
  • Page 10 OPERATION The operation of any snow thrower can result TO USE CHOKE CON TROL (See Fig. 11) in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which The choke con trol is located on the en gine. Use the choke can result in severe eye damage. Always wear control when ev er you are starting a cold en gine.

  • Page 11: Using The Clean-Out Tool

    OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 16) DISCHARGE CHUTE SELF-PROPELLING, forward and reverse movement of CONTROL LEVER the snow thrower, is controlled by the traction drive control lever located on the left side handle. • Squeeze traction drive control lever to handle to en gage the drive system.

  • Page 12: Before Starting The Engine

    OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 17) NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be used CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 18) to adjust the skid plates. The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped, from Skid plates are located on each side of the auger housing the factory, already filled with oil.
  • Page 13 OPERATION SNOW THROWING TIPS TO START ENGINE • Be sure fuel shut-off valve is in the “OPEN” position. • Always operate the snow thrower with the engine at full throttle. Full throttle offers the best performance. Your snow thrower engine is equipped with a recoil starter. •...

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE GENERAL REC OM MEN DA TIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have been sub ject ed to operator abuse or negligence. To SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain snow thrower as in struct ed in this manual.

  • Page 15: To Change Engine Oil

    MAINTENANCE AUGER GEAR CASE • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • The gear case was filled with lubricant to the proper • Catch oil in a suitable container. level at the factory. The only time the lubricant needs NOTE: The left side wheel may be removed from snow attention is if service has been performed on the gear thrower for easier access to the oil drain plug and place-...

  • Page 16: Service And Adjustments

    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.

  • Page 17: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS HINT: Insert a 3/8" drive ratchet (in the “ON” position) into TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 22) the square hole in idler arm and rotate ratchet clockwise The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If the to relieve tension.

  • Page 18: Storage

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 22) 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.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    STORAGE OTHER • Cover your snow thrower with a suitable pro tec tive cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic • Remove safety ignition key; store it in a safe place. cannot breathe, which allows con den sa tion to form and •...

  • Page 20: Repair Parts

    SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001502) REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 21 SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001502) REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 191079 Pulley, Impeller 188909 Bearing Assembly, Flange 155377 Nut, Hex Flange 5/16-18 180355 Bolt, Flat Head, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 72270505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8...
  • Page 22 SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001502) REPAIR PARTS CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE 07_Chute-knob_2...
  • Page 23 SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001502) REPAIR PARTS CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 414280 Knob, Lever 17501010 Screw #10-24 x 5/8 179096X479 Strap, Slotted 73800600 Nut, Lock 3/8-16 19131316 Washer, Flat 3/8 404974 Control Assembly, Chute Rotater...
  • Page 24 SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001502) REPAIR PARTS HANDLES...
  • Page 25 SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001502) REPAIR PARTS HANDLES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 412682X479 Lever, Auger Control, RH 412681X479 Lever, Traction Drive Control, LH 169675 Retainer, Hairpin 17060408 Screw, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 1/2 412677 Rod, Interlock 196333X008 Arm, Impeller Rod...
  • Page 26 SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001502) REPAIR PARTS DRIVE...
  • Page 27 SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001502) REPAIR PARTS DRIVE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 401619 Chain, Drive 751153 Nut, Lock 5/16-18 402882 Clip, Retainer 17490508 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1/2 408981 Bearing, Flange 12000007 E-Ring, Retainer 402855 Sprocket & Shaft Assembly...
  • Page 28 SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001502) REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS 10 21 6 42...
  • Page 29 SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001502) REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 414557 Spring, Traction Idler 850263 Washer, Lock 3/8 180522 Pulley, Idler (2-1/4) 851084 Screw, Hex Head 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 - - -...
  • Page 30 SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001502) REPAIR PARTS WHEELS / DECALS...
  • Page 31 SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR524 (96192001502) REPAIR PARTS WHEELS / DECALS KEY PART DESCRIPTION 187831X421 Wheel Assembly, 13", LH 155443 Pin, Klik 1/4 187866X421 Wheel Assembly, 13", RH 146315 Screw, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 179830 Bearing, Axle 174697 Washer, Thrust (1")

  • Page 32: Warranty

    6. In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service dealer. Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact: In Canada contact: Poulan Pro Poulan Pro, Customer Service Department Customer Service Department 5855 Terry Fox Way 1030 Stevens Creek Road...

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