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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL NUMBER:
WARNING:
Read the Owner's Manual and
fol low all Warnings and Safety
PR208
In struc tions. Fail ure to do so
can result in serious injury.
SNOW THROWER
421602 09.02.08 CL
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
Printed in U.S.A.
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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. It means severe injury from contact, or from ma- CAUTION!!! BE COME ALERT!!! YOUR terial thrown from the discharge chute. SA
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6. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower, Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute stop the engine and make certain the collector/impel- Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge ler and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect chute is the most common cause of injury associated with the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the snow throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the dis- plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the charge chute.
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PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON (1) AUGER CONTROL ROD (1) TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD (1) MULTI- WRENCH (180684) (3) RETAINER SPRINGS (169675) (2) FLAT WASHERS (1) DISCHARGE CHUTE ROTATOR HEAD MOUNTING (2) CARRIAGE BOLTS 3/8-16 x 2.25 (2) SAFTEY IGNITION KEY (1) WASHER 3/8 (1) LOCKNUT 3/8 (422663) (19131316) (73800600) EXTRA SHEAR BOLTS AND NUTS (2) HANDLE KNOBS (2) SHEAR BOLTS 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 (2) SPACERS (2) LOCKNUTS (198636) (198638) 1/4-20 (73800400) ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION Read these in
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION NOTE: The multi-wrench may be used for assembly of the 2. Insert rod into speed control bracket and secure with retainer spring.install traction DRIVE control rod chute rotator head to snow thrower and making ad just ments (See Figs. 3 and 4) to the skid plates. The traction drive control rod has the long loop on the end UNFOLD UPPER HANDLE of the spring as shown. 1. Raise upper handle to the operating position and 1. Slide rubber sleeve up rod and hook end of spring
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6) INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATER HEAD (See Fig. 7) The auger control rod has the short loop on the end of the spring as shown. NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to install the chute rotater head. 1. Slide rubber sleeve up rod and hook end of spring into control arm with loop opening up as shown. 1. Place discharge chute assembly on top of chute base with discharge opening toward front o
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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. Learn and understand their meaning. PRIMER DANGER OR WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFOR
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OPERATION MUF FLER DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER AUGER TRACTION CONTROL DRIVE LEVER CONTROL DRIVE SPEED GAS O LINE LEVER CON TROL LEVER FILLER CAP CHUTE CHOKE DE FLEC TOR CON- TROL SAFETY IGNITION KEY ON / OFF SWITCH DISCHARGE PRIM ER CHUTE FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE RECOIL STARTER HANDLE HANDLE CLEAN-OUT TOOL KNOB MUF FLER NOTE: ITEMS ABOVE ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL TOOLBOX LOCATION ON THE ENGINE. ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WITH THE ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT. SKID PLATE AU GERS FIG. 8
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OPERATION The operation of any snow thrower can result TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE (See Figs. 11 & 12) in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear WARNING: Snow throwers have ex- safety glasses or eye shields while operating posed rotating parts, which can cause your snow thrower or performing any ad just- severe injury from contact, or from ma- ments or repairs. W e recommend standard safe ty glasses terial thrown from the discharge chute.
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OPERATION TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 13) TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 15) The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever SELF-PROPELLING, forward and reverse movement of located on the right side handle. the snow thrower, is controlled by the traction drive control lever located on the left side handle. • Squeeze auger control lever to handle to engage the auger and throw snow. • Squeeze traction drive control lever to handle to en gage the drive system. • Release the au
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OPERATION 1. Shut off engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. WARNING: Wipe off any spilled oil or 2. Adjust skid plates by loosening the hex nuts, then mov- fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline ing skid plate to desired position. Be sure both plates near an open flame. are adjusted evenly. Tighten securely. HIGH POSITION CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gas o - (LOW GROUND hol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract CLEARANCE) moisture which leads to separation and for
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OPERATION SNOW THROWING TIPS TO START ENGINE • Go slower in deep, freezing or heavy wet snow. Use • Be sure fuel shut-off valve is in the “OPEN” position. the drive speed control, NOT the ON / OFF switch, to Your snow thrower engine is equipped with a recoil starter. adjust speed. COLD START • It is easier and more efficient to remove snow im me- 1. Insert safety ignition key (packed separately in parts di ate ly after it falls. bag) into ignition slot until it clicks. DO NOT turn the key
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MAINTENANCE GENERAL REC OM MEN DA TIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items ➀ SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil that have been sub ject ed to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must See “ENGINE” in ➁ maintain snow thrower as in struct ed in this manual. Some Maintenance section ad just ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your snow thrower. General ➂ At least once a season, check to see if you sh
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MAINTENANCE BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Check belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours Determine temperature range anticipated before next oil of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not change. All oil must meet API service classification SG–SL. ad just able. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. • Be sure snow thrower is on level surface. (See “TO REMOVE BELT COVER” in the Service and • Oil will drain more freely when warm. Adjustments section of this manu
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 1. Disengage all controls and move throttle control to STOP position. Wait for all moving parts to stop. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or ad just ments: 2. Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Place wire where it cannot come 1. Be sure the on/off switch is in the in contact with plug. OFF position. 3. Align holes in impeller hub with holes in impeller shaft 2. Remove safety ignition key. and inst
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 20) 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 the pulleys. belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should be replaced. It is recommended that the belt(s) be replaced HINT: Insert a 3/8" drive ratchet (in the “ON” position) into by a service centre/department. the square hole in idler arm and rotate ratchet clockwise to rel
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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 rot and cor ro sion. IMPORTANT: When installing wheel, be sure to use the in- nermost hole in axle and the wheel hub hole. To dis en gage ENGINE drive system from the wheels (for pushing or trans port ing See engine manual. the snow thrower), remove kli
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TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to an authorized service centre/department. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Fuel shut-off valve (if so 1. Turn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position. equipped) in OFF position. 2. Safety ignition key 2. Insert safety ignition key. is not inserted. 3. Out of fuel. 3. Fill fuel tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 4. Throttle in STOP position 4. Move throttle to FAST position 5. Choke in OFF position. 5. Move to F
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SERVICE NOTES 19
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REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER PR208 (96192002100) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 5 11 11 6 7 15 16 14 12 8 13 11 4 17 12 3 11 10 1 9 2 33 32 34 30 31 31 26 36 29 28 20 27 21 22 23 25 35 24 23 22 2 (EXPLODED) 21 19 18 01.07.004-B 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. 20
