McCulloch MC12527ES Lawn Mower Owner`s manual

Owner's Manual

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.

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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.

Look for this symbol to point out im-

por tant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BE COME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFE TY IS IN VOLVED.

WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place it where it can not con tact plug in order to pre vent ac ci den tal start ing when setting up, trans-

port ing, ad just ing or making re pairs.

WARNING: Snow throwers have ex-

posed rotating parts, which can cause severe injury from contact, or from material thrown from the discharge chute.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, small children and pets at all times including startup.

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 be exercised while using on sloping surfaces. Do not use snow thrower on surfaces above ground level such as roofs of residences, garages, porch es or other such structures or buildings.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its con stit u ents, and certain vehicle com po nents contain or emit chem icals known to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive 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.

2. Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.

3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children.

4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating the snow thrower in reverse.

(f) Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times, until refueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

(g) Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.

(h) If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

5. Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors.

6. Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surface.

7. Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running (except when specifically recommended by manufacturer).

8. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine.

Preparation

1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.

2. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine (motor).

3. Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate winter garments. Avoid loose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.

4. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable

(a) Use an approved fuel container.

(b) Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.

(c) Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.

(d) Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground, away from your vehicle, before filling.

(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.

Operation

1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

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 thrower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower.

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.

5. Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the collector/impeller housing or discharge chute, and when making any repairs, adjustments or inspections.

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6. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower, stop the engine and make certain the collector/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 engine.

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.

8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.

9. Never operate the snow thrower without proper guards, and other safety protective devices in place and working.

10. Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where property damage can occur. Keep children and others away.

11. Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.

12. Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when operating in reverse.

13. Disengage power to the collector/impeller when snow thrower is transported or not in use.

14. Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snow thrower (such as wheel weights, counterweights, or cabs).

15. 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.

16. Never touch a hot engine or muffler.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new snow thrower. It has been designed, engineered and man u fac-

tured to give best possible dependability and per for mance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center. We have competent, well-trained tech ni cians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your snow thrower prop er ly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

SERIAL NUMBER: ___________________________

DATE OF PURCHASE: _______________________

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE SNOW

THROWER HOUSING.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute

Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute. To clear the chute:

1. SHUT THE ENGINE OFF!

2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have stopped rotating.

3. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.

Maintenance and Storage

1. Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

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.

3. Always refer to operator’s manual for important details if the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period.

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.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity .5 Gal (1,89 Liters)

and Type: Unleaded Regular only

Oil Type

(API SG–SL):

SAE 30 (above 50°F)

SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30

(32° to 50°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: 16 Ounces (0,47 Liters)

Spark Plug: F6RTC

Gap: 0.030" (0,762 mm)

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your snow thrower.

• Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor-

age” sec tions of this own er’s manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................ 3

ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION ............................... 4-7

OPERATION ............................................................ 8-12

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 13

MAINTENANCE ..................................................... 13-14

SERVICE AND AD JUST MENTS ........................... 15-17

STORAGE ................................................................... 18

TROU BLE SHOOT ING ................................................ 19

REPAIR PARTS ..................................................... 20-37

WARRANTY ............................................ BACK COVER

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PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON

(1) AUGER CONTROL ROD

(1) MULTI-

WRENCH

(180684)

(3) RETAINER

SPRINGS

(169675)

(2) FLAT WASHERS

(1) POWER CORD

(198563)

(1) DISCHARGE CHUTE

ROTATOR HEAD MOUNTING

(2) CARRIAGE BOLTS

3/8-16 x 2.25

(1) WASHER 3/8

(19131316)

(1) LOCKNUT 3/8

(73800600)

SAFTEY IGNITION KEY(S)

(422663)

EXTRA SHEAR BOLTS AND NUTS

(2) HANDLE KNOBS

(2) SHEAR BOLTS 1/4-20 x 1-3/4

(192090)

(2) LOCKNUTS

1/4-20

(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 familiarize you with the unit, which will assist you in assembly, operation and maintenance of the product.

Your new snow thrower has been as sem bled at the factory with the ex cep tion of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to com plete the as sem bly have been placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper operation of your snow thrower, all parts and hard ware you assemble must be tightened se cure ly. Use the correct tools as nec es sary to ensure proper tightness.

REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CAR TON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from carton.

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2. Cut down all four corners of carton and lay panels flat.

3. Remove the two (2) screws securing the auger housing to the pallet.

4. Remove all packing materials ex cept plastic tie holding 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 thor ough ly for ad di tion al loose parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW THROWER

TOOL BOX (See Fig. 8)

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.


NOTE: The multi-wrench may be used for assembly of the chute rotator head to snow thrower and making ad just ments to the skid plates.

UNFOLD UPPER HANDLE

1. Raise upper handle to the operating position and tight en 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.

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.

INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD

(See Figs. 3 and 4)

The traction drive control rod is installed on the snow thrower.

1. Remove plastic tie securing rod to lower handle.

2. With top end of rod positioned under left side of control panel, push rod down and insert top end of rod into hole in drive control bracket. Secure with retainer spring.

PLASTIC TIE

TRACTION DRIVE

CONTROL ROD SPEED

CONTROL

ROD

PLASTIC TIE

VINYL

SLEEVE

UPPER

HANDLE

HANDLE

KNOB

LOWER

HANDLE

FIG. 1

SPEED CON TROL ROD

RETAINER

SPRING

FIG. 3

TRACTION DRIVE

CON TROL LEVER

RETAINER

SPRING

TRACTION

DRIVE

CON TROL

ROD

DRIVE

CONTROL

BRACKET

FIG. 4

SPEED

CONTROL

BRACKET

FIG. 2

SPEED

CONTROL

LEVER

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INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6)

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.

2. Hook end of spring into control arm with loop opening up as shown. (See Fig. 5)

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.

INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATER

HEAD (See Fig. 7)

NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to install the chute rotater head.

1. Place discharge chute assembly on top of chute base with discharge opening toward front of snow thrower.

2. Position chute rotater head over chute bracket. If nec es-

sary, rotate chute assembly to align square and pin on un-

der side of chute rotater head with holes in chute brack et.

3. With chute rotater head and chute bracket aligned, po si tion chute rotater 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

VINYL

SLEEVE

CHUTE

ROTATER

HEAD

3/8 LOCKNUT

3/8 WASHER

CONTROL

ARM

LOOP

OPENING

UP

FIG. 5

AUGER CONTROL ROD

RETAINER

SPRING

AUGER

CONTROL

LEVER

PIN

THREADED

STUD

CHUTE

BRACKET

ALIGN BEFORE

TIGHTENING LOCKNUT

FIG. 7

ROTATER HEAD

MOUNT ING

BRACKET

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your snow thrower were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pres sure is important for best snow throwing performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to 14-17 PSI.

FIG. 6

AUGER

CONTROL

BRACKET

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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.

DANGER

OR WARNING

PRIMER

FORWARD REVERSE

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INFORMATION

AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

IGNITION KEY.

INSERT TO START

AND RUN,

PULL OUT TO STOP.

DISENGAGED

SNOW

DISCHARGE

ENGAGED

TRACTION

DRIVE CONTROL

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MUF FLER

GAS O LINE

FILLER CAP

CHOKE

CON-

TROL

SAFETY

IGNITION

KEY

ON / OFF

SWITCH

PRIM ER

FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE

RECOIL (AUXILIARY) STARTER HANDLE

OPERATION

ELECTRIC

START

BUTTON

POWER

CORD

PLUG

AUGER

CONTROL

LEVER

DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER

DRIVE SPEED

CON TROL LEVER

TRACTION

DRIVE

CONTROL

LEVER

CHUTE

DE FLEC TOR

DISCHARGE

CHUTE

CLEAN-OUT TOOL

LIGHT

CHUTE

DE FLEC TOR

KNOB

HANDLE

KNOB

NOTE: ITEMS ABOVE

ARE SHOWN IN

THEIR TYPICAL

LOCATION ON THE

ENGINE. ACTUAL

LOCATION MAY VARY

WITH THE ENGINE

ON YOUR UNIT.

MUF FLER

TOOLBOX

SKID PLATE

AU GERS

FIG. 8

MEETS A.N.S.I. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our snow throwers conform to the standards of the American National Standards Institute.

Toolbox - used to store spare shear bolts, locknuts and wrench.

Safety ignition key - must be inserted for the engine to start and run. Remove when snow thrower is not in use.

Electric start button – used for starting the engine.

Recoil (auxiliary) starter handle – used for start ing the en gine.

Primer - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine.

ON / OFF switch - used to STOP the engine.

Choke control - used for starting a cold engine.

Drive speed control lever - used to select forward or reverse motion and speed of snow thrower.

Traction drive control lever - used to engage power-pro-

pelled for ward or reverse motion of snow thrower.

Auger control lever - used to engage auger motion (throw snow).

Discharge chute control lever - used to change the di-

rec tion the snow is thrown.

Skid plate - used to adjust height of scraper bar from the ground.

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OPERATION

The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your snow thrower or performing any ad just-

ments or repairs. We recommend standard safe ty glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER

Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel or attempting to start the engine.

STOPPING

TRACTION DRIVE

• Release traction drive control lever to stop the forward or reverse movement of the snow thrower.

AUGER

• Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow.

ENGINE

1. Move ON / OFF switch to “OFF” position.

2. Remove (do not turn) safety ignition key to prevent unauthorized use.

NOTE: Never use choke to stop engine.

TO USE FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE (See Fig. 9)

The fuel shut-off valve is located beneath the fuel tank on the engine. Always op er ate the snow thrower with the fuel shut-off valve in the OPEN position.

TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE (See Figs. 11 & 12)

WARNING: Snow throwers have ex-

posed rotating parts, which can cause severe injury from contact, or from material thrown from the discharge chute.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, small children and pets at all times including startup.

WARNING: If the discharge chute or au ger become clogged, shut-off en gine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Use the clean-out tool, NOT YOUR HANDS, to un clog the chute and/or auger.

The DIRECTION in which snow is to be thrown is controlled by the discharge chute control lever.

• To change the discharge chute position, press down ward on discharge chute control lever and move lever left or right until chute is in desired position. Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position.

DISCHARGE CHUTE

CONTROL LEVER

OFF

OPEN

FIG. 9

TO USE CHOKE CON TROL (See Fig. 10)

The choke con trol is located on the en gine. Use the choke control when ev er you are starting a cold en gine. Do not use to start a warm en gine.

• To engage choke, move lever to “FULL” position.

FIG. 11

The DISTANCE that snow is thrown is controlled by the position of the chute deflector. Set the deflector low to throw snow a short distance; set the deflector higher to throw snow farther.

• To change the deflector position, loosen knob, move deflector to desired position and tighten knob securely.

HIGH

POSITION

FULL OFF

KNOB

FIG. 10

9

CHUTE

DEFLECTOR

LOW POSITION

FIG. 12

AUGER

CONTROL

LEVER

OPERATION

TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 13)

The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever located on the right side handle.

• Squeeze auger control lever to handle to engage the auger and throw snow.

• Release the auger control lever to stop throwing snow.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 15)

SELF-PROPELLING, forward and reverse movement of 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.

• Release traction drive control lever to stop the forward or reverse movement of the snow thrower.

SPEED and DIRECTION are controlled by the drive speed control lever.

• Press downward on the speed control lever and move lever to de sired po si tion BE FORE engaging the trac-

tion drive control lever. Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position.

CAUTION: Do not move speed con trol le ver when traction drive control lever is en gaged.

Damage to the snow thrower can result.

FIG. 13

USING THE CLEAN-OUT TOOL (See Fig. 14)

In certain snow conditions, the discharge chute may become clogged with ice and snow. Use the clean-out tool to dislodge this blockage.

When cleaning, repairing, or in spect ing, make certain all controls are disengaged and the auger/impeller and all moving parts have stopped.

Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

• Slower speeds are for heavier snow and faster speeds are for light snow and transporting the snow thrower. It is recommended that you use a slower speed until you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower.

NOTE: When both traction drive and auger control levers are engaged, the traction drive control lever will lock the auger control lever in the engaged position. This will allow you to release your right hand from the handle and adjust the discharge chute direction without interrupting the snow throwing process.

TRACTION DRIVE

CONTROL LEVER • Release the auger control lever and shut off the engine.

• Remove the clean-out tool from it's mounting clip. Grasp the tool firmly by the handle and push and twist the tool into the discharge chute to dislodge the blockage.

After the packed snow has been dislodged, return the cleanout tool to it's mounting clip by pushing it into the clip.

• Make sure the discharge chute is pointed in a safe direction (no vehicles, buildings, people, or other objects are in the direction of discharge) before restarting engine.

• Restart the engine, then squeeze the auger control lever to the handle to clear snow from the auger housing and the discharge chute.

DRIVE SPEED

CONTROL LEVER

FIG. 15

DISCHARGE CHUTE

CLEAN-OUT

TOOL

MOUNTING

CLIP

FIG. 14 10

OPERATION

TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 16)

NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to adjust the skid plates.

Skid plates are located on each side of the auger housing and adjust the clearance between the scraper bar and the ground surface. Adjust skid plates evenly to proper height for current surface conditions. For removal of snow in normal con di tions, such as a paved driveway or side walk, place skid plates in the highest position (lowest scraper clear ance) to give a 1/8" clearance between the scraper bar and the ground. Use a middle position if the surface to be cleared is uneven.

NOTE: It is not recommended to operate the snow thrower over gravel or rocky surfaces. Objects such as gravel, rocks or other debris, can easily be picked up and thrown by the impeller, which can cause serious personal injury, property dam age or damage to the snow thrower.

• If snow thrower must be operated over gravel surface, use extra caution and be sure skid plates are adjusted to lowest (highest scraper clear ance) position.

1. Shut off engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Adjust skid plates by loosening the hex nuts, then moving skid plate to desired position. Be sure both plates are adjusted evenly. Tighten securely.

HIGH POSITION

(LOW GROUND

CLEARANCE)

HEX

NUTS

LOW POSITION (HIGH GROUND CLEAR ANCE)

FIG. 16

AUGER

HOUSING

SCRAPER BAR

SKID PLATE

SCRAPER BAR (See Fig. 16)

The scraper bar is not adjustable, but is reversible. After con sid er able use it may become worn. When it has worn almost to the edge of the housing, it can be reversed, providing additional service before requiring replacement.

Replace a dam aged or worn scrap er bar.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 17)

The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped from the factory already filled with oil.

1. Check engine oil with snow thrower on level ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until

“FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• To change engine oil, see “TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL” in the Main te nance sec tion of this manual.

ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 17)

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quan ti ties that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

ON / OFF

SWITCH

CHOKE

CON-

TROL

SAFETY

IG NI TION

KEY

WARNING: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gas o-

hol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and for ma-

tion of acids dur ing storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied be fore stor age of

30 days or longer. Empty the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage In struc tions for ad di tion al information. Never use engine or car bu re tor cleaner products in the fuel tank or per ma nent damage may occur.

RECOIL (AUXILIARY)

STARTER HANDLE

GAS O LINE

FILLER CAP

ENGINE OIL FILL

CAP / DIPSTICK

STARTER

BUTTON

PRIM ER

FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE

POWER

CORD

PLUG

NOTE: ALL ITEMS ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION.

ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WITH ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT.

FIG. 17

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OPERATION

TO START ENGINE

• Be sure fuel shut-off valve is in the “OPEN” position.

Your snow thrower engine is equipped with both a 120 Volt

A.C. electric starter and a recoil starter. The electric starter is equipped with a three-wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 Volt A.C. household current.

• Be sure your house is a 120 Volt A.C. three-wire ground ed system. If you are uncertain, consult a li censed electrician.

WARNING: Do not use the electric start er if your house is not a 120 Volt

A.C. three-wire grounded system. Se ri-

ous per son al injury or damage to your snow thrower could result.

COLD START - ELECTRIC STARTER

1. Insert safety ignition key (tied to recoil start cord) into ignition slot until it clicks. DO NOT turn the key. Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place.

2. Place ON / OFF switch in “ON” position.

3. Move choke control to “FULL” position.

4. Connect the power cord to the engine.

5. Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole grounded 120 Volt A.C. receptacle.

NOTE: Do not use primer when start ing en gine with the electric starter.

6. Push starter button until engine starts.

IMPORTANT: Do not crank engine more than five con tin u-

ous seconds between each time you try to start. Wait 5 to

10 seconds between each attempt.

7. When the engine starts, release the starter button and slowly move the choke control to the “OFF” position.

8. Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first, then from the engine.

Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will not develop full power until it has reached normal operating temperature.

WARM START - ELECTRIC STARTER

Follow the steps above, keeping the choke control in the

“OFF” position.

COLD START - RECOIL STARTER

1. Insert safety ignition key (tied to recoil start cord) into ignition slot until it clicks. DO NOT turn the key. Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place.

2. Place ON / OFF switch in “ON” position.

3. Rotate choke control to “FULL” position.

4. Push the primer four (4) times if the temperature is below 15°F, or two (2) times if temperature is between

15° and 50°F. If temperature is above 50°F, priming is not nec es sary.

NOTE: Over priming may cause flooding, preventing the engine from starting. If you do flood the engine, wait a few minutes be fore at tempt ing to start and DO NOT push the primer.

5. Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter rope to snap back.

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6. When the engine starts, release the recoil starter han dle and slowly move the choke control to the “OFF” position.

Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will not develop full power until it has reached normal operating temperature.

WARM START - RECOIL STARTER

Follow the steps above, keeping the choke in the “OFF” position. DO NOT push the primer.

BEFORE STOPPING

Run the engine for a few minutes to help dry off any moisture on the engine.

IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN

If the recoil starter has frozen and will not turn the engine, proceed as follows:

1. Grasp the recoil starter handle and slowly pull as much rope out of the starter as possible.

2. Release the recoil starter handle and let it snap back against the starter.

If the engine still fails to start, repeat the above steps or use the electric starter.

SNOW THROWING TIPS

• Go slower in deep, freezing or heavy wet snow. Use the drive speed control, NOT the ON / OFF switch, to adjust speed.

• It is easier and more efficient to remove snow im me-

di ate ly after it falls.

• The best time to remove snow is the early morning. At this time the snow is usually dry and has not been exposed to the direct sun and warming tem per a tures.

• Slightly overlap each successive path to ensure all snow will be removed.

• Throw snow downwind whenever possible.

just the skid plates to proper height for current snow con di tions. See “TO ADJUST SKID PLATES” in this section of this manual.

• For extremely heavy snow, re duce the width of snow removal by over lap ping previous path and moving slowly.

• Keep engine clean and clear of snow during use. This will help air flow and extend engine life.

• After snow-throwing is completed, allow engine to run for a few minutes to melt snow and ice off the engine.

• Clean the entire snow thrower thoroughly after each use and wipe dry so it is ready for next use.

WARNING: Do not operate snow thrower if weather conditions im pair visibility. Throwing snow dur ing a heavy, windy snowstorm can blind you and be hazardous to the safe operation of the snow thrower.

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL REC OM MEN DA TIONS

The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have been sub ject ed to operator abuse or negligence.

To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain snow thrower as in struct ed in this manual. Some ad just ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your snow thrower.

At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Ad-

just ments section of this manual.

• At least once a year, you should replace the spark plug and check belts for wear. A new spark plug will help your engine run better and last longer.

• Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual.

NOTE: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts to service this unit. Failure to do so can cause the unit to malfunction and pose a risk of injury to the operator.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check for loose fasteners.

3. Check controls to be sure they are functioning properly.

LUBRICATION

Keep your snow thrower well lubricated

(See “LU BRI CA TION CHART”).

➂ Auger grease fittings

LUBRICATION CHART

➀

SAE 30 Motor Oil

➁ See “ENGINE” in

Maintenance section

➂ General

Purpose

Grease

➀ Pivot points

➁ Engine oil

SNOW THROWER

Always observe the safety rules when performing any main te nance.

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in both tires

(14–17 P.S.I.).

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• Keep tires free of gasoline and oil, which can harm rubber.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and cor ro sion.

MAINTENANCE

BELTS

Check belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

(See “TO REMOVE BELT COVER” in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

The belts on your snow thrower are of special con struc tion and should be replaced by original equipment man u fac tur er

(OEM) belts avail able from your nearest dealer. Using other than OEM belts can cause personal injury or damage to the snow thrower.

AUGER GEAR CASE

• The gear case was filled with lubricant to the proper level at the factory. The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the gear case.

• If lubricant is required, use only Ronex ED #1 grease.

TRACTION DRIVE SYSTEM

DO NOT lubricate the drive components inside the snow thrower. The sprockets, hex shafts, drive disc and friction wheel require no lubrication. The bearings and bushings are lifetime lubricated and require no maintenance.

CAUTION: Any lubricating of the above com po nents can cause contamination of the friction wheel and damage to the drive system of your snow thrower.

ENGINE

See engine manual.

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG–SL. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the snow thrower is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighten oil fill cap / dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range anticipated before next oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SG–SL.

• Be sure snow thrower is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

NOTE: The left side wheel may be removed from snow thrower for easier access to the oil drain plug and place-

ment of a suitable container. The unit tilted, resting on the frame with the left wheel removed, will help drain any oil trapped inside the engine. (See “TO REMOVE WHEELS” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

1. Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.

2. Clean area around drain plug.

3. Remove drain plug and drain oil in a suitable container.

4. Install drain plug and tighten securely.

5. Wipe off any spilled oil from snow thrower and engine.

6. Install left wheel (if removed for draining oil). Be sure to install wheel pin and retainer pin into proper hole in wheel axle (See “TO REMOVE WHEELS” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

7. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine.

8. Refill engine with oil through oil dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man u al.

9. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level.

Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick.

10. Wipe off any spilled oil.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could cre ate a fire haz ard and/or dam age.

SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plug at the beginning of each season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in the “PROD UCT

SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual.

CLEANING

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep snow thrower housing free of any dirt or trash. Clean the outside of your snow thrower after each use.

WARNING: Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Place wire where it can not come in contact with spark plug.

• Keep finished surfaces/wheels free of gasoline, oil, etc.

• We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your snow thrower unless the electrical system, muffler and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in shortened engine life..

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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. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it can not come in contact with plug.

To replace the capscrew/shear bolts:

1. Disengage all controls and move throttle control to

STOP position. Wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

3. Align holes in impeller hub with holes in impeller shaft and install two (2) new 1/4-20 x 1-5/8" capscrew/shear bolts. Install 1/4-20 locknuts and tighten securely.

CAUTION: Do not substitute. Use only original equip ment capscrew/shear bolts as sup plied with your snow thrower.

SNOW THROWER

TO ADJUST SNOW THROWER HEIGHT

See “TO ADJUST SKID PLATES” and “SCRAPER BAR” in the Operation section of this manual.

CHUTE DEFLECTOR

The chute deflector, attached to the top of the discharge chute, is provided to direct discharging snow away from the operator. If the deflector becomes damaged, it should be re placed.

WARNING: To avoid serious injury, nev er operate your snow thrower with the deflector removed or damaged.

• To change direction and/or distance snow is dis charged, see “TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE” in the Op-

er a tion section of this manual.

SHEAR BOLTS (See Fig. 18)

AUGER SHEAR BOLTS

Both right and left-hand augers are secured to the auger shaft with a shear bolt and hex nut. Should a foreign object or ice become lodged in the augers, the shear bolts are designed to break, preventing damage to any other com po nents. If one or both augers do not turn when auger control lever is engaged, check to see if one or both of the bolts have sheared. To replace the shear bolts:

1. Disengage all controls and move throttle control to

STOP position. Wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

3. Align hole in auger hub with hole in auger shaft and install a new 1/4-20 x 2" shear bolt. Install 1/4-20 lock nut and tighten securely.

4. Insert safety ignition key and reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.

1/4-20

LOCKNUT

1/4-20

LOCK NUT

1/4-20 x 1-5/8

CAPSCREW /

SHEAR BOLT

IMPELLER HUB

IMPELLER

SHAFT

AUGER HUB

FIG. 18

1/4-20 x 2

SHOULDER /

SHEAR BOLT

AUGER

HUB

AUGER SHAFT

TO REMOVE BELT COVER (See Fig. 19)

1. Loosen the two (2) screws securing belt cover to frame.

2. Remove belt cover.

• Replace belt cover by installing cover and tightening screws.

BELT

COVER

CAUTION: Do not sub sti tute. Use only original equip ment shear bolts as sup plied with your snow thrower.

4. Insert safety ignition key and reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.

IMPELLER SHEAR BOLTS

The impeller is secured to the impeller shaft with two (2) capscrew/shear bolts and hex nuts. Should a foreign object or ice become lodged in the impeller, the capscrews are de signed to break, preventing damage to any other com-

po nents. If impeller does not turn when auger control lever is engaged, check to see if the capscrews have sheared.

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FRAME

FIG. 19

SCREWS

HANDLES


TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 20)

The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If the belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should be replaced. It is recommended that the belt(s) be replaced by a service center/department.

NOTE: It is recommended that both the auger and traction drive belt be replaced at the same time.

The V-belts on your snow thrower are of special con struc-

tion and should be replaced by original equipment man u-

fac tur er (OEM) belts avail able from your nearest service center/department. Using other than OEM belts can cause personal injury or damage to the snow thrower.

FRAME

ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Belt replacement requires separation of the snow thrower. While separating the auger housing from the frame assembly, it is important that an assistant stand in the operating po si tion and hold the snow thrower han dles. Serious personal injury and/ or damage to the unit could occur if the snow thrower should fall during the belt chang ing process.

AUGER

HOUS ING

8. RELIEVE TENSION ON TRACTION DRIVE BELT

IDLER and remove traction drive belt from around pulleys.

HINT: Insert a 3/8" drive ratchet (in the “ON” position) into the square hole in idler arm and rotate ratchet clockwise to relieve tension.

9. With tension relieved on idler, install new traction drive belt around pulleys and inside belt keepers.

10. Install clutch rod in swing plate; secure with hairpin.

11. Place auger belt around and inside the groove of auger pulley only.

12. While your assistant slowly raises handles to rejoin the auger hous ing and frame assembly, pull up on the auger belt and squeeze sides together above pulley so belt is fully seated in groove of pulley.

13. Move idler arm so it does not hit impeller pulley as you bring snow thrower completely together and check carefully for proper routing of belts. If auger belt has become dislodged from the pulley (by catching the idler arm bracket while bringing snow thrower together), separate the snow thrower and re peat step 12. Belt must be fully seated in pulley groove when bring ing the snow thrower together.

14. Install the two (2) hex bolts and tighten securely.

15. INSTALL ENGINE PULLEY - Place belt in pulley groove and slide pulley on crankshaft. Install flat washer, bolt and tighten securely (41-47 N-m torque). Make sure belt is inside belt keeper.

16. INSTALL BELT COVER and two (2) screws. Tighten securely.

17. INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE – See “INSTALL DIS-

CHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATER HEAD” in the

As sem bly / Pre-Operation section of this manual.

1. REMOVE GASOLINE FROM FUEL TANK - Drain gasoline from fuel tank into a suitable container, out-

doors, away from fire or flame. Wipe up any spilled gasoline.

2. REMOVE DISCHARGE CHUTE - Loosen locknut se cur ing chute rotator head to mounting bracket only enough to allow chute rotator head to be raised and dis charge chute to be removed from snow thrower.

3. REMOVE BELT COVER - See “TO REMOVE BELT

COVER” in this section of this manual.

4. REMOVE ENGINE PULLEY - Remove bolt, flat washer securing pulley to engine crankshaft. Remove outside

(auger) pulley only from crank shaft.

5. SEPARATE SNOW THROWER - With your assistant standing in the operating position holding the handles, re move the two (2) bolts holding the auger housing and frame together.

WARNING: As the last bolt is removed, have your assistant carefully lower the han dles down to the ground.

6. REMOVE HAIRPIN FROM CLUTCH ROD and remove clutch rod from swing plate. Tip swing plate forward.

7. REMOVE AUGER BELT from around pulley.

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BELT KEEPER

TRACTION DRIVE BELT

ENGINE

PULLEY

FLAT WASHER

IDLER ARM

SQUARE

HOLE

CLUTCHING

IDLER ARM

BRACKET

FRAME

AUGER PULLEY

BOLT

AUGER

BELT

BOLTS

AUGER

HOUSING

FIG. 20


TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 21)

• Remove the wheel pin and retainer pin and remove wheel from axle.

IMPORTANT: When installing wheel, be sure to use the inner most hole in axle and the wheel hub hole. To disengage drive system from the wheels (for pushing or transporting the snow thrower) remove wheel pin and retainer pin from wheel hub and insert wheel pin and retainer into the outer hole in axle only.

NOTE: To seal punctures or prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and cor ro sion.

WHEEL PIN

OUTER HOLE

TO ADJUST CABLE TENSION (See Fig. 22)

Adjust cable tension by turning the adjuster turn buckle, located on the right hand cable. Grasp the long section tightly and turn the short section to lengthen the adjuster.

Adjust until cable is snug.

ADJUSTER TURN

BUCKLE

RETAINER

PIN

INNER

HOLE

WHEEL WHEEL HUB

FIG. 21

ENGINE

See engine manual.

CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. Engine performance should not be affected at altitudes up to 7,000 feet (2,134 meters). If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your snow thrower to a qualified service center.

ENGINE SPEED

Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous and will void the warranty. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a qualified service center, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary ad just ments.

FIG. 22

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your snow thrower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.

WARNING: Never store the snow thrower with gaso line in the tank in side a build ing where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a fur nace, water heater, clothes dryer or gas ap pli ance. Allow the engine to cool be fore storing in any enclosure.

SNOW THROWER

When snow thrower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor oughly, re move all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.

Store in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire snow thrower (See “CLEANING” in the

Main te nance section of this manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See “TO RE-

PLACE BELTS” in the Service and Adjustments sec tion of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Main te nance sec tion of this man u al.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are securely fas tened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if nec es sary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

ENGINE

See engine manual.

FUEL SYS TEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and car bu re tor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner prod ucts in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in min-

i miz ing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor age.

Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.

Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container.

Run engine at least 10 min utes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this man ual).

CYLINDER

1. Remove spark plug.

2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder.

3. Pull recoil starter handle slowly a few times to dis trib ute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

• Remove safety ignition key; store it in a safe place.

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your snow thrower indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt.

• Cover your snow thrower with a suitable pro tec tive cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic.

Plastic cannot breathe, which allows con den sa tion to form and will cause your snow thrower to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover snow thrower while engine/exhaust area is still warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to an authorized service center/department.

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Does not start 1. Fuel shut-off valve (if so equipped) in OFF position.

2. Safety ignition key is not inserted.

3. Out of fuel.

4. Throttle in STOP position

5. Choke in OFF position.

6. Primer not depressed.

7. Engine is flooded.

8. Spark plug wire is

1. Turn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position.

2. Insert safety ignition key.

3. Fill fuel tank with fresh, clean gasoline.

4. Move throttle to FAST position

(or ON/OFF switch is OFF). (or ON/OFF switch to ON position).

5. Move to FULL position.

6. Prime as instructed in the Operation section of this manual.

7. Wait a few minutes before restarting, DO NOT prime.

8. Connect wire to spark plug.

disconnected.

9. Bad spark plug.

10. Stale fuel.

11. Water in fuel.

9. Replace spark plug.

10. Empty fuel tank & carburetor, refill with fresh, clean gasoline.


Loss of power 1. Spark plug wire loose. 1. Reconnect spark plug wire.

2. Throwing too much snow. 2. Reduce speed and width of swath.

3. Remove ice and snow on and around fuel tank cap.

3. Fuel tank cap is covered with ice or snow.

4. Dirty or clogged muffler. 4. Clean or replace muffler.

Engine idles or 1. Choke is in FULL position. 1. Move choke to OFF position.

runs roughly 2. Blockage in fuel line.

3. Stale fuel.

4. Water in fuel.

5. Carburetor is in need of adjustment or overhaul.

2. Clean fuel line.



5. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Excessive vibration

1. Loose parts or damaged augers or impeller.

1. Tighten all fasteners. Replace damaged parts. If vibration remains, contact an authorized service center/department.

Recoil starter 1. Frozen recoil starter. is hard to pull

Loss of traction 1. Drive belt is worn.

1. See “IF RECOIL STARTER HAS FROZEN” in the Operation section of this manual.

1. Check / replace drive belt.

drive / slowing 2. Drive belt is off of pulley. 2. Check / reinstall drive belt.

of drive speed 3. Friction drive wheel is worn. 3. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Loss of snow

discharge or

1. Auger belt is off of pulley.

2. Auger belt is worn.

1. Check / reinstall auger belt.

2. Check / replace auger belt.

slowing of 3. Clogged discharge chute. 3. Clean snow chute.

snow discharge 4. Augers / impeller jammed. 4. Remove debris or foreign object from augers / impeller.

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REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER MC12527ES (96192004800)

AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY

5

15

14

4

11

6

11

7

13

11

3

12

11

12

1

16

10

9

2

9

34

31

31

33

32

29

30

35

18

37

17

8

26

27

28

25

19

21

22

23

24

01.07.026-D

9

37

23

22

21

20

2 (EXPLODED)

36

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.

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

5

6

7

8

1

2

3

4

532 43 57-75 IMPELLER

532 42 71-48 GEARBOX ASSEMBLY

532 18 89-09 BEARING

532 42 71-46 IMPELLER PULLEY

532 44 24-38 DISCHARGE BASE

532 18 40-95 CORNER BRACKET

532 19 21-99 CLEAN OUT TOOL

532 40 54-00 TOOL CLIP

9 873 80 04-00 NUT 1/4-20

10 874 78 04-26 SCREW 1/4-20 X .625

11 532 42 79-42 NUT 5/16-18

12 532 16 31-83 SCREW 5/16-18 X .625

13 532 42 71-45 IMPELLER HUB

14 532 42 71-54 IMPELLER SLEEVE

15 873 90 06-00 NUT 3/8-16

16 532 18 03-55 CARRIAGE BOLT

17 532 19 41-89 SCREW 13-16 X .625

18 532 40 77-60 PLUG

19 532 42 73-02 GEARBOX COVER RH

20 532 42 73-45 GASKET

21 532 40 77-70 SEAL

22 532 40 77-62 BEARING

23 532 17 46-97 THRUST WASHER 1.00

24 532 40 77-63 WORM GEAR

25 532 40 77-64 AUGER SHAFT

26 532 18 92-82 SQUARE KEY

27 532 40 77-58 BEARING

28 532 17 46-83 THRUST WASHER

29 532 42 71-47 IMPELLER SHAFT

30 532 18 42-05 ROLL PIN

31 532 17 46-81 THRUST WASHER

32 532 17 46-84 THRUST BEARING

33 532 40 77-69 BEARING

34 532 40 77-68 O-RING

35 532 40 77-67 SCREW 5/16-18 X .750

36 532 42 73-17 GEARBOX COVER LH

37 532 19 20-90 SHEAR BOLT




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1

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

2

3

4

DESCRIPTION

532 41 52-95 AUGER HOUSING 27

532 41 53-71 SCRAPER BAR

872 27 05-05 CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16−18 X .625

532 15 53-77 NUT 5/16−18

2

4 (5x)

3 (5x)

01.07.002-A

1

2

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

2

DESCRIPTION

532 42 11-35 AUGER 27 LH

532 42 11-23 AUGER 27 RH

01.07.018-A




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2

3

1

1

2

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

2

3

DESCRIPTION

532 42 04-78 AUGER BEARING

532 41 19-39 BEARING PLUG

532 17 95-82 SCREW 5/16−18 X 1.00

3

01.07.024-B

4

4

01.11.001-B

1

3

3 2

KEY PART


1

2

3

18

4

532 18 40-93 SKID PLATE LH

532 18 40-94 SKID PLATE RH

872 27 05-06 CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16−

.75

532 75 11-53 NUT 5/16−18




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CONTROL PANEL / CHUTE

6

1

2

3

6

01.09.005-E

12

13

11

10

5

6

8

7

11

4

11

9

KEY PART


5

6

7

8

1

2

3

4

532 44 36-24 CHUTE WELDMENT

532 18 45-11 DEFLECTOR WELDMENT

532 42 03-25 DEFLECTOR SEAL

532 18 41-14 STRAP

532 19 19-38 KNOB BLACK

532 12 84-15 POP RIVET

532 18 56-00 SHOULDER BOLT 1/4−20 X .704

872 27 05-05 CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16−18 X .625

9 532 19 17-30 NUT 1/4−20

10 532 15 54-15 WASHER

11 532 17 92-46 PLASTIC WASHER

12 532 43 03-24 CHUTE SNOW SHIELD

13 532 42 17-28 SHIELD RETAINER STRAP




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CONTROL PANEL / CHUTE

2

2

1

*3

*7

*6

*4

01.09.010-B

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

2

*3

*4

*5

*6

*7

DESCRIPTION

532 42 82-72 LEVER/CABLE ROTATOR ASSEMBLY

817 50 10-10 SCREW 10-24 X .625

532 42 06-78 ROTATOR HEAD

532 40 59-32 ROTATOR PIVOT BRACKET

532 42 06-75 PULLEY PIVOT

532 42 82-73 CABLE ASSEMBLY ADJUSTABLE

532 42 83-10 CABLE ASSEMBLY HEAT SHIELD

NOTES:

1. ITEMS INDICATED WITH AN * ARE LISTED AS REFERENCE FOR SERVICE PARTS ONLY.

*5




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HANDLES

5

1

5

6

6

8

8

4

9

2

8

7

3

9

7

KEY PART

NO. NO.

5

6

7

8

9

1

2

3

4

DESCRIPTION

532 42 10-69 PLOW HANDLE LH

532 42 10-70 PLOW HANDLE RH

532 42 91-48 PANEL BRACKET LH

532 42 91-49 PANEL BRACKET RH

532 19 95-13 HANDLE GRIP

874 78 05-12 SCREW 5/16−18 X .750

874 78 05-24 SCREW 5/16−18 X 1.50

532 75 11-53 NUT 5/16−18

532 15 54-15 WASHER

01.08.003-A

1

4

2

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

2

3

4

DESCRIPTION

532 42 15-36 LOWER HANDLE

532 44 36-17 PIVOT SUPPORT WELDMENT

532 42 88-67 SCREW 5/16−18 X .750

817 00 06-16 SCREW 3/8−16 X 1.00

4

3

4

3 4

01-05-013-A




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HANDLES

10

2

11

6

7

5

9

8

9

4

7

1

3

8

13

13

12

14

14

12

01.08.002-G

KEY PART

NO. NO.

9

10

11

12

13

14

5

6

7

8

1

2

3

4

DESCRIPTION

532 41 55-39 CONTROL PANEL

532 42 88-59 CONTROL LEVER LH

532 42 88-60 CONTROL LEVER RH

532 41 55-46 TRACTION ROD ARM

532 42 90-98 IMPELLER ROD ARM

532 41 26-77 INTERLOCK BAIL

532 42 16-13 SPACER

532 16 96-75 RETAINER

817 06 04-10 SCREW 1/4-20 X .62

532 41 42-80 KNOB BLACK

532 41 42-81 KNOB RED

532 17 88-99 HANDLE KNOB

819 13 13-16 WASHER 3/8

872 12 06-18 CARRIAGE BOLT 3/8-16 X 2.25




27


HANDLES

2

10

10

1

9

4

3

8

KEY PART


5

6

7

8

1

2

3

4

532 18 04-80 IMPELLER ROD

532 40 57-40 TRACTION ROD

532 18 04-45 SHIFTER ROD TOP

532 18 77-16 SHIFTER ROD BOTTOM

532 18 04-47 SPRING SLEEVE

532 17 86-69 IMPELLER SPRING

532 18 09-26 TRACTION SPRING

872 27 05-05 CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16-18 X .625

9 532 15 53-77 NUT 5/16-18

10 532 16 96-75 RETAINER

10

5

7

5

6

01.12.001-E




28


HANDLES

3

2

6 5

7

1

01.10.003-B

4

4

5

KEY PART

NO. NO.

5

6

7

1

2

3

4

DESCRIPTION

532 18 33-46 CONSOLE PANEL

532 17 86-68 HEADLIGHT BEZEL

532 18 09-27 FLOOD HEADLIGHT

532 18 44-71 SCREW 10−24 X .625

532 17 52-62 SCREW 10−24 X 1.25

532 17 87-70 WIRE HARNESS

532 18 37-84 BULB

5

4

3

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

2

3

4

5

6

DESCRIPTION

532 41 62-88 INTERLOCK SPRING

532 41 45-72 INTERLOCK CAM

532 17 88-31 TORSION SPRING

532 16 96-75 RETAINER

817 06 04-10 SCREW 1/4−20 X .625

532 42 18-14 INTERLOCK STOP

2

1

6 01.08.007-B




29


DRIVE

4

23

42 EXPLODED

2

16

1

17

9

6

8

7

53

5

9

11

10

11

12 9

11

53

13

15

14

53

15

23

53

3

30

31

28

29

24

27

26

26 36

20

21

19

32

35

53

33

38

34

18

22

45

24

46

47

49

4

33

24

23

37

42

53 39 43

24

25

39

40

41

01.02.013-B

50

44

48

51

52




30


DRIVE

KEY PART


5

6

7

8

1

2

3

4

532 19 88-75 SPEED SELECTOR ASSEMBLY

817 50 10-10 SCREW 10-24 X .625

532 41 54-31 END PLATE

817 49 05-08 SCREW 5/16-18 X .50

532 05 70-79 WASHER

532 40 54-85 CONTROL ARM

532 19 85-80 CLEVIS PIN

532 41 54-50 SHIFTER PLATE

9 532 40 28-81 SHOULDER BOLT

10 532 41 54-33 SHIFTER BRACKET

11 532 19 17-30 NUT 1/4-20

12 532 41 54-35 CLUTCH PLATE

13 532 41 68-64 CLUTCH BRACKET

14 532 18 71-01 SHIFTER LINK

15 532 70 02-79 RETAINER

16 532 42 75-42 CONTROL SHAFT

17 532 40 25-68 CLUTCH ROD

18 532 16 96-75 RETAINER

19 532 40 17-32 SHIFTER YOKE

20 532 40 23-10 PIVOT ROD

21 812 00 00-36 RETAINER

22 532 40 28-78 RETURN SPRING

23 532 75 11-53 NUT 5/16-18

24 532 40 89-81 BEARING

25 873 93 05-00 NUT 5/16-18

26 532 19 95-09 RUBBER WHEEL PLATE

27 532 17 98-31 RUBBER RING

KEY PART


28 532 17 53-44 BEARING

29 532 17 86-13 WHEEL HUB

30 874 76 05-14 SCREW 5/16-18-.875

31 812 00 00-12 RETAINER RING

32 532 40 21-87 SPROCKET SHAFT

33 532 40 16-19 CHAIN

34 532 43 73-03 SPROCKET WELDMENT

35 532 41 54-29 SHIFTER BRACKET

36 532 18 01-35 SPRING

37 532 40 26-52 PLATE PIVOT ROD

38 532 42 82-88 E-RING .375

39 532 18 44-71 SHOULDER SCREW

40 532 41 08-77 BOTTOM PAN

41 532 41 66-82 SPRING BRACKET

42 532 40 26-89 DRIVE PLATE ASSEMBLY

43 532 41 45-57 IDLER SPRING

44 532 17 88-28 IDLER SPRING

45 532 40 25-04 PULLEY SHAFT

46 532 40 18-20 DRIVE PLATE

47 532 19 87-91 BEARING

48 532 40 23-93 PULLEY HALF

49 817 54 10-08 SCREW 10-24 X .50

50 532 40 25-11 SPACER BEARING

51 532 42 29-41 SWING PLATE

52 532 13 20-10 NUT 3/8-16

53 532 42 88-67 SCREW 5/16-18 X .750




31


DRIVE

5

8

6

1b 4

7

3

8

1b

6 1a

5 4

3

2

01.03.005-C

KEY PART


6

7

8

2

3

4

5

1 532 18 82-26 (assy of 1a,1b) AXLE

ASSEMBLY

1a 532 17 93-52 AXLE SHAFT

1b 532 18 42-06 ROLL PIN 3/16

532 40 26-91 SPROCKET

532 17 46-97 THRUST WASHER

532 17 98-30 BEARING

817 49 05-08 BOLT 5/16−18 X .500

532 17 12-71 PIN

532 18 92-82 SQUARE KEY

532 12 47-88 RETAINER PIN




32


CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS

2

3

2

3

1

1

1

01.01.004-A

01.00.034-A

KEY PART


- - 532 43 62-63 COMPLETE LCT ENGINE

PW2HK19850781DE

1

2

3

532 42 92-75 FRAME

532 15 04-06 BOLT 3/8-16

532 42 88-67 SCREW 5/16-18 X .750

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

DESCRIPTION

532 42 92-69 ENGINE MOUNTING PLATE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

DESCRIPTION

532 42 86-85 COVER ASSEMBLY

01.21.014-C




33


CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS

27

23

22

13

21

20

25

24

13

21 19

26

15

11

18

17

12

13

14

16

7

5

9

6

3

4

10 2

1

8

KEY PART


5

6

7

8

1

2

3

4

532 41 98-88 IMPELLER BELT

532 42 73-04 TRACTION BELT

532 42 92-71 IDLER ARM BRACKET

532 18 05-23 IDLER PULLEY

532 42 92-70 IDLER BRACKET

532 42 65-89 NUT 5/16-18

874 78 05-24 SCREW 5/16-18 X 1.50

532 42 42-97 SHOULDER BOLT 5/16-18 X .50

9 532 75 11-53 NUT 5/16-18 LOCK

10 532 42 88-67 SCREW 5/16-18 X .625

11 532 42 75-76 TRACTION IDLER BRACKET

12 532 18 05-22 TRACTION PULLEY

13 532 05 92-89 WASHER

14 873 80 05-00 NUT 5/16-18

01.21.020-B

KEY PART


15 874 78 05-20 SCREW 5/16-18 X 1.25

16 532 85 10-84 SCREW 3/8-24 X 1 .375

17 819 13 20-05 WASHER

18 532 42 59-34 PULLEY ENG IMPELLER

19 532 42 59-33 PULLEY ENG TRACTION

20 874 61 05-16 SCREW 5/16-24 X 1.00

21 810 04 05-00 LOCKWASHER 5/16

22 532 15 54-52 BELT GUIDE

23 811 05 05-00 LOCKWASHER 5/16

24 532 17 53-31 IDLER BUSHING

25 819 11 22-06 WASHER

26 874 61 05-20 SCREW 5/16-24 X 1.25

27 874 76 06-08 SCREW 3/8-16 X .750




34


WHEELS

2

1

01.06.018-A

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

2

DESCRIPTION

532 43 75-22 WHEEL ASSEMBLY LH

532 43 75-23 WHEEL ASSEMBLY RH




35


BAG OF PARTS

3

2

4

5

7

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

DESCRIPTION

532 19 85-63 POWER CORD

532 16 96-75 RETAINER PIN

532 42 91-12 WRENCH

873 80 06-00 LOCKNUT 3/8−16

819 13 13-16 WASHER 3/8

532 19 20-90 SHEAR BOLT 1/4−20 X 1−3/4

873 80 04-00 LOCKNUT 1/4−20

1

01.14.004-B

6

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

DESCRIPTION

532 44 30-59 SAFETY IGNITION KEY KIT

01.14.009-B

1

1

1 3

4

4

2

2

01.14.012-A

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

2

3

4

DESCRIPTION

532 18 04-45 SHIFTER ROD TOP

532 18 77-16 SHIFTER ROD BOTTOM

872 27 05-05 CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16-18 X .75

532 15 53-77 NUT 5/16-18




36


DECALS

1 4

9

6

1 3

KEY PART

NO. NO.

9

11

- -

- -

1

3

4

6

DESCRIPTION

532 18 10-37 DECAL, DANGER

532 18 10-35 DECAL, DANGER, DEFLECTOR

532 18 10-42 DECAL, DANGER

532 18 10-33 DECAL, INSTRUCTION

532 42 95-91 DECAL, CON RT SPD/LEV/PWST

532 42 87-16 DECAL, CON LT WD/DEF

532 44 35-20 OWNER’S MANUAL, ENGLISH

532 44 35-21 OWNER’S MANUAL, FRENCH

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37

SERVICE NOTES

38

SERVICE NOTES

39

LIMITED WARRANTY

The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials 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. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions.

1. This warranty does not apply to the engine, transaxle/transmission components, battery (except as noted below) or components parts thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer's warranty on these items.

2. Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the pur chaser. Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by the manufacturer.

3. Battery Warranty: On products equipped with a Battery, we will replace, without charge to you, any battery which we find to be defective in manufacture, during the first ninety (90) days of ownership. After ninety (90) days, we will exchange the

Battery, charging you 1/12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale. Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished.

4. The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase.

5. This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and main tained in ac-

cor dance with the instructions furnished. This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, delivery damage, or to normal wear of the product.

6. Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, stan dard hardware and normal maintenance.

7. 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:

HOP

Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept.

9335 Harris Corners Parkway

Charlotte, NC 28269 USA

In Canada contact:

HOP

5855 Terry Fox Way

Mississauga, Ontario

L5V 3E4 giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WAR RAN-

TIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from locale to locale.

This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.

05.18.11 TH Printed in the U.S.A.

McCulloch MC12527ES Lawn Mower Owner`s manual

Owner's Manual

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.

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers

Training

Preparation

Operation

Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute

Maintenance and Storage

REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CAR TON

HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW THROWER

KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER

HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

SNOW THROWING TIPS

GENERAL REC OM MEN DA TIONS

BEFORE EACH USE

LUBRICATION

LUBRICATION CHART

SNOW THROWER

ENGINE

CLEANING

SNOW THROWER

ENGINE

SNOW THROWER

ENGINE

OTHER

LIMITED WARRANTY

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