Poulan 961940008 Snow Blower Manual Parts Lookup List - 96194000800

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OWNER'S MANUAL  
MODEL NUMBER:  
WARNING:  
Read the Owner's Manual and  
follow all Warnings and Safety  
Instructions. Failure to do so  
can result in serious injury.  
961940008  
SNOW THROWER  
4
28555 Rev. 1 11.03.09 SR  
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation  
Printed in U.S.A.  
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-  
portant safety precautions. It means  
CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR  
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.  
posed rotating parts, which can cause  
severe injury from contact, or from ma-  
terial thrown from the discharge chute.  
Keep the area of operation clear of all  
persons, small children and pets at all  
times including startup.  
WARNING: Always disconnect spark  
plug wire and place it where it cannot  
contact plug in order to prevent acci-  
dental starting when setting up, trans-  
porting, adjusting or making repairs.  
CAUTION: Muffler and other engine  
parts become extremely hot during  
operation and remain hot after engine  
has stopped. To avoid severe burns on  
contact, stay away from these areas.  
WARNING: This snow thrower is for  
use on sidewalks, driveways and other  
ground level surfaces. Caution should  
beexercisedwhileusingonslopingsur-  
faces. Do not use snow thrower on  
surfaces above ground level such as  
roofs of residences, garages, porches  
or other such structures or buildings.  
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of  
its constituents, and certain vehicle  
components contain or emit chemi-  
cals known to the State of California  
to cause cancer and birth defects or  
other reproductive harm.  
Training  
1
. Read, understand and follow all instructions on the  
machine and in the manual(s) before operating this  
unit. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the  
proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the  
unit and disengage the controls quickly.  
(f) Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel  
tank or container opening at all times, until refuel-  
ing is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open  
device.  
(g) Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled  
fuel.  
2
. Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never  
allow adults to operate the equipment without proper  
instruction.  
(h) If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing im-  
mediately.  
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, par-  
ticularly small children.  
5
. Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by  
the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors  
or electric starting motors.  
. Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or  
crushed rock surface.  
. Never attempt to make any adjustments while the  
engine (motor) is running (except when specifically  
recommended by manufacturer).  
. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during op-  
eration or while performing an adjustment or repair to  
protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown  
from the machine.  
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially  
when operating the snow thrower in reverse.  
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Preparation  
7
1
. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is  
to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards,  
wires, and other foreign objects.  
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2. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before  
starting the engine (motor).  
3
. Donotoperatetheequipmentwithoutwearingadequate  
winter garments. Avoid loose fitting clothing that can  
get caught in moving parts. Wear footwear that will  
improve footing on slippery surfaces.  
Operation  
1
. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.  
4. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable  
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.  
(
a) Use an approved fuel container.  
2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross-  
ing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden  
hazards or traffic.  
(b) Never add fuel to a running engine or hot en-  
gine.  
3
. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor),  
remove the wire from the spark plug, disconnect the  
cord on electric motors, thoroughly inspect the snow  
throwerforanydamage, andrepairthedamagebefore  
restarting and operating the snow thrower.  
(c) Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill  
fuel tank indoors.  
(
d) Neverfillcontainersinsideavehicleoronatruckor  
trailerbedwithaplasticliner.Alwaysplacecontain-  
ers on the ground, away from your vehicle, before  
filling.  
4
. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the  
engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause.  
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.  
(
e) When practical, remove gas-powered equipment  
from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.  
If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment  
on a trailer with a portable container, rather than  
from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.  
5
. Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the oper-  
ating position, before unclogging the collector/impeller  
housing or discharge chute, and when making any  
repairs, adjustments or inspections.  
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6
. Whencleaning,repairingorinspectingthesnowthrower,  
stoptheengineandmakecertainthecollector/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.  
16. Never touch a hot engine or muffler.  
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute  
Handcontactwiththerotatingimpellerinsidethedischarge  
chute is the most common cause of injury associated with  
snow throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the dis-  
charge chute. To clear the chute:  
7
. Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting  
the engine and for transporting the snow thrower in or  
out of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust  
fumes are dangerous.  
1. SHUT THE ENGINE OFF!  
2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have  
stopped rotating.  
8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.  
3
. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.  
9
. Neveroperatethesnowthrowerwithoutproperguards,  
and other safety protective devices in place and work-  
ing.  
Maintenance and Storage  
1
0. Never direct the discharge toward people or areas  
where property damage can occur. Keep children  
and others away.  
1. Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals  
for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe  
working condition.  
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1. Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting  
to clear snow at too fast a rate.  
2. Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank  
inside a building where ignition sources are present  
such as hot water heaters, space heaters, or clothes  
dryers. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any  
enclosure.  
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2. Never operate the machine at high transport speeds  
on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when  
operating in reverse.  
3
. Always refer to operator’s manual for important details  
if the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended  
period.  
13. Disengage power to the collector/impeller when snow  
thrower is transported or not in use.  
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4. Use only attachments and accessories approved by  
the manufacturer of the snow thrower (such as wheel  
weights, counterweights, or cabs).  
4. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as  
necessary.  
5. Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow  
to prevent freeze-up of the collector/impeller.  
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5. Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility  
or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm  
hold on the handles. Walk; never run.  
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new snow  
thrower. Ithasbeendesigned,engineeredandmanufactured  
to give best possible dependability and performance.  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
Gasoline Capacity 0.5 Gallons (1,9 Liters)  
and Type:  
Unleaded Regular only  
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily  
remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service  
center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and  
the proper tools to service or repair this unit.  
Oil Type  
SAE 30 (above 50°F)  
SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (32° to 50°F)  
SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)  
(API SG–SL):  
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will  
enable you to assemble and maintain your snow thrower  
properly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.  
Oil Capacity:  
20 Ounces (0,57 Liters)  
Spark Plug:  
Gap:  
Champion RN9YC  
0.030" (0,762 mm)  
SERIAL NUMBER: ___________________________  
DATE OF PURCHASE: _______________________  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES  
THEMODELANDSERIALNUMBERSWILLBEFOUND  
ONADECALATTACHEDTOTHEREAROFTHESNOW  
THROWER HOUSING.  
Read and observe the safety rules.  
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for  
and using your snow thrower.  
YOUSHOULDRECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBERAND  
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE  
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor-  
age” sections of this owner’s manual.  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 2-3  
MAINTENANCE..................................................... 13-14  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS........................... 15-17  
STORAGE................................................................... 18  
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................ 19  
REPAIR PARTS ..................................................... 38-55  
WARRANTY............................................ BACK COVER  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS...................................... 3  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................ 3  
ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION ............................... 4-6  
OPERATION ............................................................ 7-12  
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 13  
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PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON  
(1) AUGER CONTROL ROD  
(
1) MULTI-  
WRENCH  
180684)  
(
(
3) RETAINER  
SPRINGS  
169675)  
(2) FLAT WASHERS  
2) CARRIAGE BOLTS  
(
(
1) POWER CORD  
(198563)  
(1) DISCHARGE CHUTE  
ROTATOR HEAD MOUNTING  
(
3/8-16 x 2.25  
SAFTEY IGNITION KEY(S)  
422663)  
(
(
1) WASHER 3/8  
(1) LOCKNUT 3/8  
(73800600)  
(19131316)  
(2) HANDLE KNOBS  
EXTRA SHEAR BOLTS AND NUTS  
(
2) SHEAR BOLTS 1/4-20 x 1-3/4  
(2) LOCKNUTS  
1/4-20  
(192090)  
(73800400)  
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.  
REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CARTON  
1
. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes  
from carton.  
2. Cut down all four corners of carton and lay panels flat.  
3. Removethetwo(2)screwssecuringtheaugerhousing  
to the pallet.  
Your new snow thrower has been assembled at the factory  
with the exception of those parts left unassembled for ship-  
ping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc.,  
necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in  
the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper operation of your  
snow thrower, all parts and hardware you assemble must  
be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary  
to ensure proper tightness.  
4. Removeallpackingmaterialsexceptplastictieholding  
speed control rod to lower handle.  
5. Remove the two (2) plastic ties securing the upper  
handle to the pallet.  
6. Remove snow thrower from carton and check carton  
thoroughly for additional loose parts.  
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION  
HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW THROWER  
TOOL BOX (See Fig. 8)  
INSTALL SPEED CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 1 and 2)  
1. Remove plastic tie securing rod to lower handle.  
2
. Insert rod into speed control bracket and secure with  
retainer spring.  
A toolbox is provided on your snow thrower. The toolbox is  
located on top of the belt cover. Store the extra shear bolts,  
nuts and multi-wrench provided in parts bag in the toolbox.  
INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD  
See Figs. 3 and 4)  
NOTE: The multi-wrench may be used for assembly of the  
chuterotatorheadtosnowthrowerandmakingadjustments  
to the skid plates.  
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The traction drive control rod is installed on the snow  
thrower.  
UNFOLD UPPER HANDLE  
1. Remove plastic tie securing rod to lower handle.  
1
. Raise upper handle to the operating position and  
tighten handle knobs securely. Additional carriage  
bolts, washers and handle knobs are in bag of parts.  
Use to secure upper handle to lower handle. Install  
in lower holes in handles.  
2
. With top end of rod positioned under left side of control  
panel, pushroddownandinserttopendofrodintohole  
in drive control bracket. Secure with retainer spring.  
PLASTIC TIE  
SPEED  
CONTROL  
ROD  
TRACTION DRIVE  
CONTROL ROD  
PLASTIC TIE  
UPPER  
HANDLE  
VINYL  
SLEEVE  
HANDLE  
KNOB  
LOWER  
HANDLE  
FIG. 3  
FIG. 1  
TRACTION DRIVE  
CONTROL LEVER  
RETAINER  
SPRING  
SPEED CONTROL ROD  
RETAINER  
SPRING  
TRACTION  
DRIVE  
CONTROL  
ROD  
DRIVE  
CONTROL  
BRACKET  
SPEED  
CONTROL  
BRACKET  
SPEED  
CONTROL  
LEVER  
FIG. 4  
FIG. 2  
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION  
INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6)  
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
. Retrieve vinyl sleeve and spring from bag of parts and  
retrieve the auger control rod from carton chute tray.  
Slide straight rod end through the small hole in the  
vinyl sleeve. Hook spring in hole in rod end.  
1. Place discharge chute assembly on top of chute base  
with discharge opening toward front of snow thrower.  
2. Hook end of spring into control arm with loop opening  
up as shown. (See Fig. 5)  
2
. Positionchuterotatorheadoverchutebracket. Ifneces-  
sary,rotatechuteassemblytoalignsquareandpinonun-  
dersideofchuterotatorheadwithholesinchutebracket.  
3
. With top end of rod positioned under right side of  
control panel, push down on rod and insert end of rod  
into hole in auger control bracket. Secure with retainer  
spring.  
3. With chute rotator head and chute bracket aligned,  
position chute rotator head on pin and threaded stud  
of mounting bracket.  
4
. Install 3/8 washer and locknut on threaded stud and  
tighten securely.  
AUGER  
CONTROL  
ROD  
CHUTE  
ROTATOR  
HEAD  
3/8 LOCKNUT  
/8 WASHER  
3
VINYL  
SLEEVE  
CONTROL  
ARM  
PIN  
LOOP  
OPENING  
UP  
THREADED  
STUD  
ROTATOR HEAD  
MOUNTING  
CHUTE  
BRACKET  
ALIGN BEFORE  
TIGHTENING LOCKNUT  
BRACKET  
FIG. 7  
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE  
FIG. 5  
Thetiresonyoursnowthrowerwereoverinflatedatthefac-  
tory for shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pressure  
is important for best snow throwing performance.  
AUGER CONTROL ROD  
AUGER  
CONTROL  
LEVER  
RETAINER  
SPRING  
Reduce tire pressure to 14-17 PSI.  
AUGER  
CONTROL  
BRACKET  
FIG. 6  
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