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Poulan Pro PR18530ES Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL NUMBER:
PR18530ES

SNOW THROWER

Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
585 23 06-27
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.

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  • Page 1: Snow Thrower

    IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER: WARNING: PR18530ES 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. Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.

  • 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/impel- ler and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the chute is the most common cause of injury associated with...

  • Page 4: Assembly / Pre-Operation

    PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON (1) MULTI- (1) RETAINER WRENCH SPRING (180684) (169675) (1) POWER CORD (198563) (2) LOCKNUTS (2) SHEAR BOLTS 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 1/4-20 (192090) (73800400) (2) FLAT WASHERS SAFTEY IGNITION KEY (S) (443059) (2) CARRIAGE BOLTS (1) LOCKNUT (1) CARRIAGE BOLT 3/8-16 x 2.25 5/16-18...
  • Page 5 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW THROWER (See Figs. 3 and 4) TOOL BOX (See Fig. 10) The traction drive control rod is installed on the snow thrower. A toolbox is provided on your snow thrower. The toolbox is 1.
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATOR INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6) HEAD (See Fig. 7) The auger control rod is installed on the snow thrower. NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may 1.

  • Page 7: Assembly / Pre-Operation

    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 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 OPERATION MUF FLER ELECTRIC DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER START AUGER DRIVE BUTTON CONTROL SPEED DEFLECTOR REMOTE GAS O LINE LEVER CON TROL FILLER CAP CONTROL LEVER LEVER POWER CORD PLUG CHOKE TRACTION CHUTE CON- DRIVE DE FLEC TOR TROL CONTROL LEVER SAFETY IGNITION...
  • Page 10 OPERATION TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE (See Fig. 13) The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which WARNING: Snow throwers have ex- can result in severe eye damage. Always wear posed rotating parts, which can cause safety glasses or eye shields while operating severe injury from contact, or from ma- your snow thrower or performing any ad just-...

  • Page 11: Using The Clean-Out Tool

    OPERATION USING THE CLEAN-OUT TOOL (See Fig. 15) CAUTION: Do not move speed con trol le ver In certain snow conditions, the discharge chute may be- when traction drive control lever is en gaged. come clogged with ice and snow. Use the clean-out tool Damage to the snow thrower can result.

  • Page 12: Before Starting The Engine

    OPERATION TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 18) TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 17) WARNING: Wipe off any spilled oil or NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be fuel.

  • Page 13: Operation

    OPERATION IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN COLD START - ELECTRIC STARTER If the recoil starter has frozen and will not turn the engine, 1. Insert safety ignition key (tied to recoil start cord) into ignition slot until it clicks. DO NOT turn the key. Keep proceed as follows: the extra safety ignition key in a safe place.

  • 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. SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil To 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 1. Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Place wire where it cannot come • The gear case was filled with lubricant to the proper in contact with plug. level at the factory. The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the gear 2.

  • 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: To Replace Belts

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 22) 8. RELIEVE TENSION ON TRACTION DRIVE BELT IDLER and remove traction drive belt from around The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If pulleys. the belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should be replaced.
  • Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 23) ENGINE • Remove the wheel pin and retainer pin and remove wheel from axle. SEE ENGINE MANUAL. NOTE: To seal punctures or prevent flat tires due to slow CARBURETOR leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts Your carburetor is not adjustable.

  • Page 19: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of the • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and car bu re tor are empty. season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. •...

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a service center/department. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Fuel shut-off valve (if so equipped) 1. Turn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position. in OFF position. 2. Safety ignition key is not inserted. 2.

  • Page 21: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 44 47-62 AUGER HOUSING 532 40 76-45 SCRAPPER BAR 872 27 05-05 CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16−18 X .625 532 15 53-77 NUT 5/16−18 3 (5x) 4 (5x) 01.07.003-A...
  • Page 22 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 2 (EXPLODED) 01.07.032-A 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 23 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 18 41-05 IMPELLER 584 64 83-01 GEARBOX ASSEMBLY 532 18 89-09 BEARING 585 09 32-01 IMPELLER PULLEY 532 44 24-38 DISCHARGE BASE 532 18 40-95...
  • Page 24 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 42 04-78 AUGER BEARING 532 41 19-39 BEARING PLUG 01.07.024-B 532 17 95-82 SCREW 5/16−18 X 1.00 PART DESCRIPTION 532 43 59-51 PLATE SKID PLASTIC HDPE...
  • Page 25 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE PART DESCRIPTION 532 44 42-39 CHUTE WELDMENT 532 43 88-32 DEFLECTOR WELDMENT 585 27 17-01 DEFLECTOR CONTROL ASSEMBLY 532 42 03-25 DEFLECTOR SEAL 532 41 42-80 KNOB BLACK...
  • Page 26 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE 01.09.010-C PART DESCRIPTION 532 42 82-72 LEVER/CABLE ROTATOR ASSEMBLY 817 54 10-08 SCREW 10-24 X .625 532 42 06-78 ROTATOR HEAD 532 40 59-32 ROTATOR PIVOT BRACKET...
  • Page 27 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) HANDLES PART DESCRIPTION 532 42 11-20 LOOP HANDLE LH 532 42 11-21 LOOP HANDLE RH 874 78 05-24 SCREW 5/16−18 X 1.50 532 75 11-53 NUT 5/16−18 532 05 56-11 WASHER FLAT 01.08.004-C...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) HANDLES PART DESCRIPTION 584 80 87-01 ROD IMPELLER CONTROL 584 80 88-01 ROD TRACTION CONTROL 532 18 04-45 SHIFTER ROD TOP 532 18 77-16 SHIFTER ROD BOTTOM 532 18 04-47 SPRING SLEEVE...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) HANDLES 01.08.021-A PART DESCRIPTION 585 19 88-02 CONTROL PANEL 581 77 98-01 LH CONTROL LEVER 581 77 97-01 RH CONTROL LEVER 584 80 90-01 INTERLOCK CONTROL ROD 585 00 47-03 INTERLOCK BRACKET 874 78 04-10 1/4-20 X .625 HEX HEAD SCREW...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) HANDLES PART DESCRIPTION 532 41 62-88 INTERLOCK SPRING 532 44 52-91 INTERLOCK CAM 532 44 32-15 TORSION SPRING 532 16 96-75 RETAINER 817 06 04-10 SCREW 1/4−20 X .625 532 42 18-14 INTERLOCK STOP 01.08.007-D...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) DRIVE 01.03.002-C PART DESCRIPTION 532 40 49-23 AXLE ASSEMBLY (ASSY OF 1A,1B) 532 40 43-07 AXLE SHAFT 532 18 42-06 ROLL PIN 3/16 X 1.50 532 40 26-91 SPROCKET 532 44 49-49...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) DRIVE ITEM 42 EXPLODED 01.02.013-H 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 33 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 19 88-75 SPEED SELECTOR 40 89-81 BEARING ASSEMBLY 873 93 05-00 NUT 5/16-18 817 54 10-08 SCREW 10-24 X .625 19 95-09 RUBBER WHEEL PLATE 43 88-37...

  • Page 34: Chassis/Engine/Pulleys

    REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS PART DESCRIPTION 580 42 67-01 LCT COMPLETE ENGINE 01.00.034-A PW2HK1911507-81D 532 43 88-40 FRAME 532 15 04-06 BOLT 3/8-16 532 42 88-67 SCREW 5/16-18 X .750 PART...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS 01.21.020-J PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 43 07-84 IMPELLER BELT 532 85 10-84 SCREW 3/8-24 X 1.375 532 42 73-04 TRACTION BELT 532 05 92-89 WASHER 584 23 24-02...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) WHEELS 10 11 01.15.021-B PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 40 51-61 COVER 532 18 41-97 STEERING BRACKET 532 18 44-71 SHOULDER SCREW 817 49 05-08 SCREW 5/16-18 X .50 812 00 00-45...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) WHEELS PART DESCRIPTION 532 44 47-60 WHEEL ASSEMBLY LH 532 44 47-61 WHEEL ASSEMBLY RH 01.06.014-A 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.
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) BAG OF PARTS PART DESCRIPTION 532 19 85-63 POWER CORD 532 16 96-75 RETAINER PIN 532 42 91-12 WRENCH 532 18 45-05 REMOTE SPRING 532 17 98-29 SHOULDER BOLT 1/4-20 532 19 17-30...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 532 18 10-37 DECAL, DANGER 532 18 10-33 DECAL, CONSOLE INSTRUCTION E/F 532 18 10-35 DECAL, DANGER, DEFLECTOR 532 18 10-42 DECAL, DANGER 581 43 01-01 DECAL, CONSOLE RT SPEED LEVER...

  • Page 40: Engine Breakdown

    REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) COMPLETE ENGINE-580426701 *Included with part #1 Carburetor Repair Kit ILLUSTRATION FOR REFERENCE PURPOSES ONLY 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.
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PR18530ES (96198004905) COMPLETE ENGINE-580426701 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 532 42 96-05 HEAD ASSY KIT (45 DEGREE 532 42 92-90 ELECTRIC STARTER BRACKET- NON-GENERATOR) SNOW 532 42 96-06 PUSH ROD KIT (414CC)(INCL.
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  • Page 44: Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate- rials and work man ship. 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.

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