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Operator’s Manual
SNOW THROWER
MODEL
31AH7T74063
Storm Tracker
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices................................................................... 3 Assembling Your Snow Thrower........................................................................ 5 Know Your Snow Thrower ................................................................................. 6 Operating Your Snow Thrower........................................................................... 8 Making Adjustments ...............................
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES This symbol points out important safety instructions, which if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol—heed its warning. WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain o
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5. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an 1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper odorless and deadly gas. operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance and 6. Do not operate machine while under the influence of adjustment sections of this manual. alcohol or drugs. 2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine 7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do disengage
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SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER end of each cable) is attached to its actuator Unpacking bracket. Remove screws from the top sides and ends of the Secure the upper handle and lower handle with the shipping crate. two plastic wing nuts, cupped washers and carriage Set panel aside to avoid tire punctures or personal bolts previously removed. Attach these hardware injury. on the lower hole in the handles. See Figure 2. Remove and discard plastic bag that covers unit. Tighte
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Plug the wire from the headlight into the alternator Cable lead coming from the right side of the engine Cable Guide underneath the fuel tank. Alternator Lead Alternator Lead Discharge Chute Lamp Wire Figure 3 NOTE: Wheels are omitted from illustration for clarity. Unwrap the headlight wire which is attached to the headlight, beneath the handle panel. Wind the Figure 4 headlight wire around the lower right handle until excess slack is removed. See Figure 4. Chute Clean-Out Tool This
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This same lever also locks the auger control so you Chute Clean-Out Tool can turn the chute directional control without The chute clean-out tool is designed to clear a clogged interrupting the snow throwing process. If the auger discharge chute. Refer to page 10 for instructions on control is engaged along with the traction control, the how to properly use it. operator can release the auger control (on the left handle) and the augers will remain engaged. Release WARNING: Never use your hand to
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Track Lock Lever Track Lock Lever The track lock lever is located on the right side of the snow thrower and is used to select the position of the auger housing and the method of track operation. Move the lever to the right, then forward or backward to one of the three positions. See Figure 6. Packed Snow Transport: Raises the front end of the snow thrower for easy transport. Using proper caution, this position may also be used on many gravel driveways to clear snow while leaving gravel u
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When engine starts, release starter button, and Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor move choke gradually to OFF. If engine falters, cover in the area of the control levers. Also, move move choke immediately to FULL and then control levers back and forth several times. gradually to OFF. When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug To Engage Track Drive from the three-prong receptacle first and then from With the engine running near top speed, move the the snow thrower.
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Rotate the coupling end of the cable Drift Cutters (If Equipped) counterclockwise to provide more slack. Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow Retighten the hex jam nut. See Figure 7. thrower in heavy drift conditions. Repeat Auger Control Test to verify proper On models so equipped, drift cutters are assembled to adjustment has been achieved. the auger housing inverted. Remove the carriage bolts by unthreading the hex nuts which secure them, and Auger reinstall the
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SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any Tip the snow thrower forward, allowing it to rest on adjustments while the engine is running, the auger housing. See Figure 9. except where specified in the operator’s Frame Cover manual. Chute Assembly The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by changing the angle of the chute assembly. Move the chute tilt control forward to decrease the distance, toward the rear to increase. Auger Control Refer to Auger Control Test i
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Shift Rod Adjustment Skid Shoes To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows: The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. See Figure 12. Remove the hairpin clip and slide the shift rod connector up, to separate the upper shift rod from For close snow removal on a smooth surface, raise the lower shift rod. See Figure 11. skid shoes higher on the auger housing. Place the shift lever in to the sixth (6) position. Use a middle or lower position when the area to be
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Gear Shaft Auger Shaft Lubricate the gear shaft with 6-n-1 grease at least once At least once a season, remove the shear bolts a season or after every 25 hours of operation (available from the auger shaft and spray lubricant inside the at automotive stores, or order part number 737-0170). shaft. See Figure 14. Grease Fittings Refer to Figure 10. Vent Plug IMPORTANT: Keep all grease and oil off of the rubber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate. Chute Directional Control The worm gear o
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SECTION 7: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or Shear Bolts inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Augers The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a hard foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the bolts may shear. Re
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Lock Nut Engine A Shroud Self-Tapping Support Screw Bracket Belt Frame Cover Hex Chute Bolt Auger Support Crank Pulley Bracket Spring Rear Hairpin Clip, Flat Auger Washer Belt Auger Front Idler Housing Auger Belt Spring B Figure 16 Figure 18 Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame Drive Belt cover underneath the snow thrower. Follow the first six steps of the instructions for Roll the front and rear auger belts off the engine servicing the auger belts. pulley. See Figure 1
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Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it rests Shift Rod A Assembly on the housing. Refer to Figure 9. Sprocket Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame Spacer cover underneath the snow thrower. Remove the click pins which secure the wheels, and remove the wheels from the axle. Pin Using a 7/8" wrench to hold the shaft, loosen, but do not completely remove, the hex bolt and bell Friction Wheel Assembly washer on the left end of gear shaft. See Figure 20. Support Lightl
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Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust. NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in Remove spark plug and pour one ounce of engine an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be oil through spark plug hole into cylinder. Cover taken to rust proof the equipment. Using a light oil or spark plug hole with rag. Crank engine several silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, times to distribute oil. Replace spark plug. springs, bearings, and cables. Follow the l
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68 SECTION 9: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 31AH7T74063 58 27 72 65 57 70 72 73 88 53 55 27 69 82 63 67 71 80 68 27 83 74 59 11 69 89 27 54 90 81 56 76 31 58 77 87 45 78 66 79 9 60 11 75 62 90 9 29 15 51 13 40 46 52 5 13 47 8 2 5 14 17 20 22 10 14 21 3 11 18 16 50 12 9 41 40 4 1 11 15 19 28 49 25 31 86 35 14 43 9 48 85 23 35 39 7 26 38 64 37 35 84 18
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Model 31AH7T74063 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description No. No. 50. 784-5594 Cable Bracket 1. 684-0008A Shift Arm Assembly 51. 784-5604 Handle: Chute Tilt 2. 710-0458 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.75” 52. 629-04007 Upper Harness Assembly 3. 710-0449 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.25” 53. 684-0036A Engagement Handle Assy. RH 4. 710-0788 TT Screw 1/4-20 x 1” 54. 684-0037B Engagement Handle Assy. LH 5. 710-0837 C-Sunk Screw #10-16x 0.625” 55. 710-1003 Special Hex Screw 7. 710-1880
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