Troy-Bilt 7524, STORM 8526 Operator's Manual

OTRO_ BILT__
Operator's Manual
Snow Thrower Models
7524--Storm
8526--Storm
IMPORTANT:
WARNING:
READ SAFETY
RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion
covered, brush-covered
or grass-covered
CAREFULLY
engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-
land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arreeter meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any). If a spark attester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the
above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands. A spark attester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
TROY-BILT
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,
OHIO 44136-0019
FORM NO. 769-00394A
(9/2002)
TABLEOFCONTENTS
Content
Page
Important Safe Operation Practices ........................................................................
3
Assembling Your Snow Thrower .............................................................................
5
Know Your Snow Thrower .......................................................................................
6
Operating Your Snow Thrower ................................................................................
8
Making Adjustments ................................................................................................
10
Maintaining Your Snow Thrower .............................................................................
12
Servicing Your Snow Thrower .................................................................................
14
Off-Season Storage .................................................................................................
16
Troubleshooting
17
......................................................................................................
Parts List .................................................................................................................
18
FINDINGMODELNUMBER
This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and
maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the
O
information from it in the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you
need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer.
You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down at
the rear frame below the engine. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy
the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below.
Model NUmbe r)
(serial
Number)
Copy the model number here:
Copy the serial number here:
WWW.troybilt.com
CLEVELAND,
OH44136
330-558-7220
866-840-6483
ENGINEINFORMATION
The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regard to performance, power-rating,
specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual packed
separately with your unit for more information.
CALLINGCUSTOMER
SUPPORT
Please do NOT return theunit to the retailer from whichit waspurchased, withoutfirst contactingCustomerSupport.
Should you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or
maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.
Call 1- (330) 558-7220 or 1- (866) 840-6483 to reach a Customer Support representative. Please have
your unit's model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this
information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call.
SECTION1: IMPORTANT
SAFEOPERATION
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 symboliheed
its warning.
WARNING:
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents,
contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California
other reproductive harm.
and certain vehicle components
to cause cancer, birth defects or
DANGER:
This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can
result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
TRAINING
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place
for future and regular reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.
Know how to stop the machine and disengage them
quickly.
Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this
machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and
understand the operation instructions and safety rules in
this manual and should be trained and supervised by a
parent.
Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper
instruction.
Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. Plan
your snow4hrowing pattern to avoid discharge of material
toward roads, bystanders and the like.
Keep bystanders, helpers, pets and children at least 75
feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially
when operating in reverse.
6.
7.
8.
9.
PREPARATION
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used. Remove all doormats, newspapers, sleds, boards,
wires and other foreign objects, which could be tripped
over or thrown by the auger/impeller.
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to
protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can
cause serious injury to the eyes.
Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer
garments. Do not wear jewelry, long scarves or other
loose clothing, which could become entangled in moving
parts. Wear footwear which will improve footing on
slippery surfaces.
Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and
receptacle for all units with electric start engines.
Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed
rock surfaces.
Disengage all clutch levers before starting the engine.
Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is
running, except where specifically recommended in the
operator's manual.
Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature
before starting to clear snow.
To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme
care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious
personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on
yourself or your clothes, which can ignite. Wash your skin
and change clothes immediately.
a. Use only an approved gasolinecontainer.
b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
c. Never fuel machine indoors.
d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the
engine is hot or running.
e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before
refueling.
f.
Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than _/2
inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space
for fuel expansion.
g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and
equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5
minutes before starting the engine.
i.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light
(e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes
dryer etc.).
j.
Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before
storing.
OPERATION
1.
2.
3.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/
impeller housing or discharge chute. Contact with the
rotating parts can amputate hands and feet.
The auger/impeller clutch lever is a safety device. Never
bypass its operation. Doing so makes the machine
unsafe and may cause personal injury.
The clutch levers must operate easily in both directions
and automatically return to the disengaged position when
released.
4. Never
operate
witha missing
ordamaged
discharge
Contact
yourdealerortelephone
I (866)840-6483
for
chute.Keepallsafety
devices
inpieceandworking.
assistance
andthename
ofyournearest
servicing
dealer.
5. Never
runanengine
indoors
orinapoorly
ventilated
area.Engine
exhaust
contains
carbon
monoxide,
an
odorless
anddeadly
gas.
MAINTENANCE
ANDSTORAGE
6. Donotoperate
machine
whileundertheinfluence
of
1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
alcohol
ordrugs.
operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance and
7. Muffler
andengine
become
hotandcancause
aburn.Do
adjustment sections of this manual.
nottouch.
8. Exercise
extreme
caution
whenoperating
onorcrossing 2. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting machine
disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until the
gravelsurfaces.
Stayalertforhidden
hazards
ortraffic.
auger/impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect the
9. Exercise
caution
whenchanging
direction
andwhile
spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent
operating
onslopes.
unintended starting.
10. Planyour
snow-throwing
pattern
toavoiddischarge
3. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent
towards
windows+
wails,carsetc.Thus,avoiding
intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition.
possible
property
damage
orpersonal
injurycaused
bya
Also, visually inspect machine for any damage.
ricochet.
4.
Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed
11. Never
directdischarge
atchildren,
bystanders
andpets
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe
orallowanyone
infrontofthemachine.
operating speed of the engine.
12. Donotoverload
machine
capacity
byattempting
toclear
5.
Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are subject to
snowattoofastofa rate.
wear and damage. For your safety protection, frequently
13. Never
operate
thismachine
without
goodvisibility
or
check all components and replace with original
light.Always
besureofyourfooting
andkeepafirmhold
equipment manufacturer's (OEM) parts only. "Use of
onthehandles.
Walk,neverrun.
parts which do not meet the original equipment
14. Disengage
power
totheauger/impeller
when
specifications may lead to improper performance and
transporting
ornotinuse.
compromise safety!"
15. Never
operate
machine
athightransport
speeds
on
6. Check dutch controls periodically to verify they engage
slippery
surfaces.
Lookdownandbehind
andusecare
and disengage properly and adjust+ if necessary. Refer to
wheninreverse.
the adjustment section in this operator's manual for
16. Ifthemachine
should
starttovibrate
abnormally,
stopthe
instructions.
engine,
disconnect
thesparkplugwireandground
it
7.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
against
theengine.
Inspect
thoroughly
fordamage.
necessary.
Repair
anydamage
before
starting
andoperating.
8. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas,
17. Disengage
allclutch
levers
andstopengine
before
you
oil, etc. to protect the environment.
leavetheoperating
position
(behind
thehandles).
Wait
9.
Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes to clear snow
untiltheauger/impeller
comes
toacomplete
stopbefore
from machine and prevent freeze up of auger/impeller.
unclogging
thedischarge
chute,making
any
10+ Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
adjustments,
orinspections.
there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water
18. Never
putyourhandinthedischarge
orcollector
heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.
openings.
Always
usetheclean-out
toolprovided
to
11.
Always refer to the operator's manual for proper
unclog
thedischarge
opening.
Donotunclog
discharge
instructions on off-season storage.
chutewhileengine
isrunning.
Shutoffengine
andremain
behind
handles
untilallmoving
partshavestopped
WARNING-- YOURRESPONSIBILITY:
before
unclogging.
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who
19. Useonlyattachments
andaccessories
approved
bythe
understand and follow the warnings and
manufacturer
(e.g.wheelweights+
tirechains,
cabsetc.). read,
instructions
in this manual and on the machine. The
20. Ifsituations
occurwhicharenotcovered
inthismanual+
safety
labels
are shown below for your reference.
usecareandgoodjudgment.
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SECTION2: ASSEMBLING
YOURSNOWTHROWER
NOTE:
All references to right or left side of the snow
thrower are determined from behind the unit in the
operating position. The "operator's position" is defined
as standing directly behind the snow thrower, facing the
handle panel
LooseParts
•
The augers are secured to the auger shaft with two
shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign
object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so
that the bolts may shear. Two replacement shear
bolts and nuts are provided for your convenience.
Store in a safe place until needed. See Figure 1.
_]__Shear
Bolts
_Hex
_/Nuts
Wing Nut
Lock
Figure 2
Figure 1
IMPORTANT: NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with
standard hex bolts. Any damage to the auger gearbox
or other components from standard hex bolts will not be
covered by your snow thrower's warranty.
AssemblingHandle
,_
/ Shift Rod
Connector
wire
and groundDisconnect
it against the
the spark
engineplug
to
WARNING:
prevent unintended starting.
\Bell
IMPORTANT: Make any adjustments, as instructed on
Page 10, before operating your snow thrower. Failure
to follow these instructions may cause damage to the
snow thrower.
•
•
•
•
Remove the lower plastic wing nut, cupped washer
and carriage bolt from each side of the lower
handle. See Figure 2.
Pivot the upper handle assembly forward until it
locks over the lower handle. See Figure 2.
Secure the upper handle and lower handle with the
two plastic wing nuts, bell washers and carriage
bolts previously removed from the lower hole.
Firmly tighten all four wing nuts to secure the upper
handle to the lower handles.
\Wing
Carriage
Bolt
Washer
Nut
Figure 3
•
Slide the shift rod connector down over the end of
the lower shift rod. Tap the connector until it locks
over the lower shift rod. See Figure 3.
NOTE: If the connector is not properly assembled, the
shift rod will pivot and you will not be able to change
speeds or change directions.
AttachingChuteDirectionalControl
•
•
Discharge Chute
Cable Guide
Remove the hairpin clip from the upper chute crank
and slide the upper chute crank through the bracket
and into the lower chute crank. See Figure 4.
Align the two holes on both chute cranks and insert
the hairpin clip removed earlier, through these
holes. See Figure 4.
Upper Chute Crank
Figure 5
III
-Alternator
I
Lead
Figure 4
RoutingChuteTilt Cables
•
Right Handle
If not already routed, slip the cables that run from
beneath the handle panel to the discharge chute
through the cable guide located on top of the
engine housing. See Figure 5.
Lamp Wire
Connecting
AlternatorLead
(Model 8526 Only)
•
Unwrap the headlight wire which is attached to the
headlights, beneath the handle panel. Wind the
wire around the lower right handle until excess
slack is removed. See Figure 6.
Figure 6
Plug the wire from the headlight into the alternator
lead located on the right side of the engine,
beneath the fuel tank. See Figure 6.
SECTION3: KNOWYOURSNOWTHROWER
Skid Shoes
_lb
all
instructions and
warnings
on theand
machine
WARNING:
Read,
understand,
follow
and in this manual before operating.
ChuteTilt Control
The distance snow is thrown can be changed by
adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Move the
chute tilt control forward to decrease the distance,
toward the rear to increase. See Figure 7.
DischargeChute
The angle of the discharge chute controls the distance
that the snow is thrown. Tilt the discharge chute up for
greater distance; tilt down for less distance.
The space between the shave plate and the ground can
be adjusted by positioning the skid shoes. Refer to Skid
ShoeAdjustment
on page 12.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine. See Figure 7.
Safety IgnitionKey
The ignition key must be inserted in the switch in order
for the engine to start. Remove the ignition key when
the snow thrower is not in use.
NOTE: Do NOT "turn" the ignition key in an attempt to
start the engine.
Traction Control /
Auger Control Lock
Headlight
_hute Directional Control
Fuel Tank
Discharge
Electric
Starter
3utton
Chute
Clean-out Tool
Primer.x
Switch
Box
Choke._.
Safety Ignition Km
Starter
Handle
Throttle Control
Auger
Figure 7
Shift Lever
AugerControl
The shift lever is located in the center of the handle
panel and is used to determine ground speed and
direction of travel. It can be moved into any of eight
positions. See Figure 7.
The auger control is located on the left handle.
Squeeze the auger control to engage the augers.
Release to stop the snow throwing action. The traction
control must also be released in order to stop the auger.
IMPORTAhrI":Always release traction the control before
changing speeds.
IMPORTANT: Refer to AugerControlTeston page 9 prior to
operating your snow thrower. Read and follow all
instructions carefully and perform all adjustments to
verify your snow thrower is operating safely and
properly.
Forward
Your snow thrower has six forward (F) speeds.
Position number one (1) is the slowest and position
number six (6) is the fastest.
Reverse
Your snow thrower has two reverse (R) speeds. R1 is
the slower, while R2 is the faster of the two.
Traction Control / Auger ControlLock
The traction control is located on the right handle.
Squeeze the traction control to engage the wheel drive.
Release to stop. See Figure 7.
This same lever also locks the auger control lock, so
you can operate the chute crank without interruptingthe
snow throwing process. If the auger control is engaged
simultaneously with the traction control, the operator
can release the auger control (on the left handle) and
the augers will remain engaged. Release the traction
control to stop both the augers and wheel drive (the
auger control must also be released).
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS release the traction control
before moving the shift lever. Failure to do so will result
in premature wear to the drive system's friction wheel.
ChuteDirectional Control
The chute directional control is located on left hand side
of the snow thrower.To change the direction which
snow is thrown, rotate chute directional control as
follows:
•
•
Clockwise to discharge to the left.
Counterclockwise to discharge to the right.
Chute Clean-0ut T001
WARNING:
Never use your hand to clear a
clogged discharge chute. Shut off engine and
remain behind handles until all moving parts
have stopped before unclogging.
This item is fastened with a cable tie to the rear of
the Auger Housing at the factory. Cut the cable tie
before operating the snow thrower.
The chute clean-out toot (see Figure 7) is designed to
clear a clogged discharge chute. Refer to page 10 for
detailed instructions on how to properly use the chute
clean-out tool.
Headlights(Model 8526 Only)
When properly connected, headlight illuminate
whenever the engine is running.
SECTION4: OPERATING
YOURSNOWTHROWER
BeforeStarting
ElectricStarter
•
all
instructions and
warnings
on theand
machine
WARNING:
Read,
understand,
follow
and in this manual before operating.
i_
WARNING:
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with
your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.
engine
is hot or running.
Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes an other sources of
ignition.
•
A plastic cap is provided inside the fuel fill opening
on the fuel tank. Remove and discard this cap
before filling up the tank. Use the separate fuel tank
cap to close after fill-up.
•
•
•
NOTE:
•
•
•
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal loop on end of the spark plug wire (inside
the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on
the spark plug.
Make certain the auger and drive clutch levers are
in the disengaged (released) position.
Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert
ignition key into slot. See Figure 7. Be certain it
snaps into place. Do not turn key.
NOTE:
Engine will not start unless ignition key is
inserted into ignition slot in carburetor cover.
starter
is
carefully prior to operating the electric starter.
•
If unit shows any sign of motion (drive or
augers) with the clutch grips disengaged, shut engine
off immediately. Readjust as instructed on page 9-AugerControlTest) and page /O--Traction Controland Shift
Lever.
electric
used with a properly grounded three-prong
receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility
of electric shock. Follow all instructions
handling
gasoline.
extremely
WARNING:
Use Gasoline
extreme iscare
when
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel machine indoors or while the
ToStartEngine
The
equipped with a grounded three-wire power
cord and plug and is designed to operate on
120 volt AC household current. It must be
GasAndOilFill-up
_,
Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you
are not certain.
•
•
•
If your house wiring system is not a three-wire
grounded system, do not use this electric starter
under any conditions.
If your home electrical system is grounded, but a
three-hole receptacle is not available, one should
be installed by a licensed electrician before using
the electric starter.
If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle,
proceed as follows:
Rotate choke knob to OFF position and do NOT
prime engine.
Connect power cord to switch box on engine. Plug
the other end of power cord into a three-hole,
grounded 120 volt AC receptacle.
Push the electric starter button (Refer to Figure 7)
to crank engine. As you crank the engine, move
choke knob to FULL choke position.
When engine starts, release starter button, and
move choke gradually to OFF. If engine falters,
move choke immediately to FULL and then
gradually to OFF.
When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug
from the three-prong receptacle first and then from
the snow thrower.
RecoilStarter
•
•
Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold
engine start). If engine is warm, place choke in OFF
position instead of FULL.
Push primer button two or three times. If engine is
warm, push primer button once only.
NOTE: Always cover vent hole in primer button when
pushing. Additional priming may be necessary for first
start if temperature is below 15°F.
•
•
Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly, until
it pulls slightly harder. Let rope rewind slowly.
Pull starter handle rapidly. Do not allow handle to
snap back. Allow it to rewind slowly while keeping a
firm hold on the starter handle.
•
Repeat the previous steps until engine starts.
ToStopEngine
•
•
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to
help dry off any moisture on the engine.
To help prevent possible freeze-up of starter,
proceed as follows.
"2
Jam Nut
Electric Starter:
•
Connect power cord to switch box on engine, then
to 120 volt AC receptacle. With the engine running,
push starter button and spin the starter for several
seconds. The unusual sound made by spinning the
starter will not harm engine or starter. Disconnect
the power cord from receptacle first, and then from
switch box.
Figure 8
•
•
•
Recoil Starter
•
With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid,
continuous full arm stroke three or four times.
Pulling the starter rope will produce a loud clattering
sound, which is not harmful to the engine or starter.
•
Move throttle control to "stop" or "off" position.
•
Remove ignition key. Do not turn key. Disconnect
the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent
accidental starting while equipment is unattended.
Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover
in the area of the control levers. Also, move control
levers back and forth several times.
•
•
IMPORTANT: If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating,
immediately return to the operator's position and shut
off the engine. Wait for all moving parts to stop before
readjusting the auger control cable.
•
ToEngageAugers
•
To engage augers and start throwing snow,
squeeze the auger control against the left handle.
Release to stop the augers.
•
•
•
Auger ControlTest
IMPORTANT: Perform the following test before
operating the snow thrower for the first time and at the
start of each winter season.
Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows:
•
i_
When the auger control is released and in the
disengaged "up" position, the cable should have
very little slack, but should NOT be tight.
Over-tightening
may
the auger
from
WARNING:
Do
not prevent
over-tighten
the cable.
disengaging and compromise the safety of the
snow thrower.
In a well-ventilated area, start the snow thrower
engine as instructed earlier in this section under the
heading StartingEngine.Make sure the throttle is set
in the FAST position.
While standing in the operator's position (behind
the snow thrower) engage the auger.
Allow the auger to remain engaged for
approximately ten (10) seconds before releasing
the auger control. Repeat this several times.
With the engine running in the FAST position and
the auger control lever in the disengaged "up"
position, walk to the front of the machine.
Confirm that the auger has completely stopped
rotating and shows NO signs of motion.
To readjust the control cable, loosen the hex jam
nut on the auger control cable "Z" fitting.
Rotate the coupling end of the cable
counterclockwise to provide more slack.
Retighten the hex jam nut. See Figure 8.
Repeat Auger Control Test to verify proper
adjustment has been achieved.
ToEngageWheelDrive
•
With the engine running near top speed, move the
shift lever into one of the six FORWARD positions
or two REVERSE positions. Select a speed
appropriate for the snow conditions.
NOTE:
Use slower speeds in heavy conditions and
until you are familiar and comfortable with the operation
of the snow thrower.
•
Squeeze the traction control against the right
handle and the snow thrower will move. Release it
5,
6.
and the drive motion wilt stop.
IMPORTANT: NEVER move the shift lever without first
releasing the traction control. Doing so will cause
premature wear to the drive system's friction wheel.
ChuteClean-outTool
OperatingTips
The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the
rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip (Refer to
Figure 7). If the discharge chute becomes clogged
during operation, proceed as follows to safely clean the
chute and chute opening:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on
the rear of the auger housing, re-start the engine.
While standing in the operator's position (behind
the snow thrower), engage the auger clutch lever
for a few seconds to clear any remaining snow or
ice from the discharge chute before continuing to
clear snow.
,_
•
Release both the Auger Control Lever and the
Traction/Auger Control Lock Lever.
Stop the engine by removing the ignition key.
Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which
secures it to the rear of the auger housing.
Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to
remove any snow and ice in the discharge chute.
•
•
•
•
WARNING:
Never use your hand to clear a
clogged discharge chute. Shut off engine and
remain behind handles until all moving parts
have stopped before unclogging.
and
the surrounding
areas may
WARNING:
The temperature
of the exceed
muffler
150°F. Avoid these areas.
Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. The
engine will not develop full power until it reaches
operating temperature.
For the most efficient snow removal, remove snow
immediately after it falls.
Discharge the snow downwind whenever possible.
Slightly overlap each previous path.
Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the shave plate for
normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted
upward (to lower the shave plate) for hard-packed
snow. Adjust downward (to raise the shave plate)
when using on gravel or crushed rock.
SECTION5: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS
turn. Recheck the adjustment and repeat as
necessary. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable
when correct adjustment is reached.
chute
or make any
adjustments
WARNING:
NEVER
attemptwhile
to engine
clean
is running.
WARNING:
Traction Controland Shift Lever
•
•
•
•
•
•
Drain the gasoline out of snow
thrower engine, place a piece of plastic film
under the gas cap to avoid spillage before
beginning the job.
To check the adjustment of the traction control and
shift lever, proceed as follows:
With the engine off, move the shift lever all the way
forward to sixth (6) position. With the traction
control released, push the snow thrower forward.
The unit should move forward freely. Then engage
the traction control grip. Wheels should stop
turning.
Now release the traction control grip, and push the
unit again.
Move the shift lever back to the fast reverse
To test further for correct adjustment, if necessary,
proceed as follows:
•
•
•
position, then all the way forward again. There
should be no resistance in the shift lever, and
wheels should keep turning.
If you feel resistance when moving the shift lever or
the wheels stop when they should not, loosen the
jam nut on the traction control cable and unthread
the cable one turn.
Tip the snow thrower forward, allowing it to rest on
the auger housing.
Remove the frame cover underneath the snow
thrower by removing six self-tapping screws.
With the traction control released, there must be
clearance between the friction wheel and the drive
plate in all positions of the shift lever.
If the wheels do not stop when you engage the
traction control grip, loosen the jam nut on the
traction control cable and thread the cable in one
10
•
With traction control engaged, the friction wheel
must contact the drive plate. See Figure 9.
Shift Lever
/
/
Friction
Wheel
il.
Hairpin Clip &
Flat Washer
Shift Arm
Ferrule
\
Clutch Rod
Connector
Rod
Figure 9
If adjustment is necessary:
•
•
•
Figure 10
Loosen the jam nut on the traction drive cable and
thread the cable in or out as necessary.
Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when
correct adjustment is reached.
Reassemble the frame cover.
•
•
NOTE:
Make certain to check for correct adjustment
of the shift rod as instructed on page 10--Traction Control
andShiftLeverbefore operating the snow thrower.
NOTE: If you placed plastic film under the gas cap, be
certain to remove it before operating the snow thrower.
Shift Rod
AugerControl
Refer to AugerControlTest on page 9 to adjust the auger
control. Make certain to check for correct adjustment
as instructed before operating the snow thrower.
If your snow thrower is not achieving its full range of
speeds, the shift rod is in need of adjustment. To adjust
the shift rod, proceed as follows:
•
•
•
•
Insert ferrule from the left side of the snow thrower
into the upper hole.
Reinstall the hairpin clip and the washer.
ChuteAssembly
The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by
adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Refer to
ChuteTilt Controlon page 6.
Remove the hairpin clip and flat washer from the
shift handle under the handle panel.
Place shift lever in sixth (6) position (fastest forward
speed).
Push shift arm assembly down as far as it will go.
Rotate the ferrule up or down on the shift rod as
necessary until the ferrule lines up with the upper
hole in the shift lever. See Figure 10
The remote chute control cables have been preadjusted at the factory. Move the remote chute lever on
the control panel back and forward to adjust angle of
the chute assembly.
Tire Pressure(Pneumatic Tires)
The tires are overinflated for shipping purposes.
•
Check the tire pressure before operating the snow
thrower. Refer to the tire side wall for tire
manufacturer's recommended psi and deflate (or
inflate) the tires as necessary.
NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the
unit may pull to one side or the other.
WARNING:
Maximum tire pressure under
any circumstance is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure
should be maintained at all times. Excessive
pressure (over 30 psi) when seating beads
may cause tire/rim assembly to burst with
force sufficient to cause serious injury
11
Skid ShoeAdjustment
The space between the shave plate and the ground can
be adjusted by raising or lowering the skid shoes.
For close snow removal, as when using on a smooth
concrete or asphalt driveway, place the skid shoes in
the low position. Use the middle or high position when
the area to be cleared is uneven. When operating on
gravel, always put skid shoes in the high position.
See Figure 11.
Adjust skid shoes as follows:
•
•
•
•
Loosen, but do not remove, the three hex nuts
which fasten the skid shoe to the auger housing.
Raise or lower the skid shoe to desired position.
Retighten the hex nuts loosened earlier.
Repeat on the other side of the snow thrower.
Hex Nuts
Skid
Shoes
Figure 11
NOTE: Make certain the bottom surface of skid shoe is
flat against the ground to avoid uneven wear
SECTION6: MAINTAININGYOURSNOWTHROWER
WARNING:
Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and
stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have
come to a complete stop. Disconnect the
spark plug wire and ground it against the
engine to prevent unintended starting.
GeneralRecommendations
•
Always observe safety rules when performing any
maintenance.
•
The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence.
Some adjustments will have to be made
periodically to maintain your unit properly.
All adjustments in the service and adjustments
sections of this manual should be checked at least
once each season.
•
•
•
•
Shear Bolt
Shear Bolt
Figure 12
Follow the maintenance schedule given below.
Periodically check all fasteners and hardware to
make sure these are tight.
•
Grease fittings can be found at either end of the
auger shaft. Lubricate with a grease gun once a
season. See Figure 12.
GearCase
Lubrication
The auger gear case is equipped with a grease fitting.
Lubricate with Shell AIvania lead-free grease once a
season (order part number 737-0168). See Figure 12.
Auger Shaft
•
At least once a season, remove the shear bolts
from the auger shaft and spray lubricant inside the
shaft. See Figure 12.
IMPORTANT: To relieve pressure, always remove the
vent plug before lubricating the gear case. Failure to do
so could result in damage to the gear case seals.
12
DischargeChute
The base of the discharge chute and the spirals on the
chute crank should be lubricated at least every 25
hours of use. Apply the lubricant under the base of the
chute and where the spirals contact the discharge
chute. See Figure 13.
nel
Chute Crank Spirals
Contro/IRods
!
"_
Lube Cams Here
Figure 14
Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your
unit for all engine lubrication instructions.
Lube Under Chute Base
:Yll Y
CheckFrictionWheelRubber
Figure 13
Follow the instructions below to check the condition of
the friction wheel rubber every 25 hours of operation.
Drive and ShiftingMechanism
At least once a season or after every 25 hours of
operation, remove rear cover. Lubricate any chains,
sprockets, gears, bearings, shafts, and the shifting
mechanism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a
spray lubricant. Avoid getting oil on rubber friction
wheel and aluminum drive plate. Refer to Figure 9.
•
Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame
cover underneath the snow thrower.
•
Visually inspect the friction wheel rubber for
excessive wear, cracks, or loose fit on the friction
wheel drive hub.
•
Also engage the traction control and check if the
friction wheel is making contact with the friction
plate.
If it does not make contact, adjust the traction drive
cable following instructions and recheck the friction
wheel.
Gear Shaft
Lubricate the gear shaft with 6-in-1 grease (part
number 737-0170) at least once a season, or after
every 25 hours of operation. Refer to Figure 9.
•
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to allow grease to get on the
drive plate or rubber friction wheel.
•
Traction Control/ Auger ControlLock
The cams on the ends of the control rods which
CheckV-Belts
interlock the traction drive and auger drive clutches
must be lubricated at least once a season or every 25
hours of operation using a multi-purpose automotive
grease. The cams can be accessed beneath the handle
panel. See Figure 14.
Replace friction wheel rubber if necessary. Refer to
instructions in Service Section.
Follow the instructionsbelow to check the condition of
the drive belts every 50 hours of operation.
•
•
•
13
Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the
engine by removing the three self-tapping screws.
Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or excessively
worn out belts.
Replace belts as necessary as outlined in SERVICING
YOURSNOWTHROWER.
SECTION7: SERVICING
YOURSNOWTHROWER
•
WARNING:
Before servicing, repairing, or
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.
Reassemble new skid shoes with the hardware
removed earlier (cupped side of bell washer against
the skid shoes). Make certain the skid shoes are
adjusted to be level. Refer to Figure 11.
To remove the shave plate, remove the carriage
bolts, bell washers and hex nuts which secure the
shave plate to the snow thrower housing. See
Figure 15.
Reassemble the new shave plate, making sure
heads of carriage bolts are to the inside of the
housing.
•
Augers
•
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two
shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign object
or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the
bolts may shear. See Figure 15.
BeltReplacement
If the augers do not turn, check if the bolts have
sheared. Two replacement shear bolts and hex lock
nuts have been provided with the snow thrower. Refer
to LoosePartson page 5.
from
the spark plug
and ground.
WARNING:
Disconnect
the spark plug wire
,_
IMPORTANT: NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with
standard hex bolts. Any damage to the auger gearbox
or other components, as a result of doing so, will NOT
be covered by your snow thrower's warranty.
Auger Belts
NOTE: It is necessary to remove both auger belts in
order to change either one. If changing just one belt, be
certain to check the condition of the other belt.
ShavePlateandSkidShoes
•
The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the
snow thrower are subject to wear. They should be
checked periodically and replaced when necessary.
•
NOTE: The skid shoes on this machine have two wear
•
edges. When one side wears out, they can be rotated
180 ° to use the other edge.
•
Shear Bolts
b,.
Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the
engine by removing the two self-tapping screws.
See Figure 16.
Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place
a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests
on the housing.
Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame
cover underneath the snow thrower. See Figure 16
for the location of the hardware.
Belt
/ Cover
Screws
Bolt
Shave Plate
Nut
Figure 15
Figure 16
Remove the six carriage bolts (three per side), belt
washers and hex nuts which attach skid shoes to
the snow thrower on either side. See Figure 11.
14
•
Roll the front and rear auger belts off the engine
pulley. See Figure 17.
Drive
Belt
Rear Auger
_
•
•
Engine
•
Pulley
Idler
Pull idler pulley up, and lift belt off engine pulley and
friction wheel disc. See Figure 17.
Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket
rests on the auger pulley. See Figure 19.
Slip belt between friction wheel and friction wheel
disc. Remove and replace belt. Reassemble
following the instructions in reverse order.
NOTE: The support bracket must rest on the stop bolt
after the new belt has been assembled. See Figure 19.
Friction
Friction Wheel
Drive Belt
Engine
Pulley
Pulley
_--
Figure 17
Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the
auger housing. See Figure 18.
Back out the stop bolt to allow the belts to slip
between the bolt and auger pulley. See Figure 19.
Support Bracket
NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the six hex nuts
that fasten the frame to the auger housing.
•
•
Figure 19
ChangingFrictionWheelRubber
Lift the rear auger belt from the auger pulley, and
slip belt between the support bracket and the auger
pulley. See Figure 18. Repeat this step for front
auger belt.
Replace both auger drive belts by following
instructions in reverse order.
The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and
should be checked after 25 hours of operation, and
periodically thereafter. Replace the friction wheel
rubber if any signs of wear or cracking are found.
•
Friction
Wheel
•
Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place
a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it rests
on the housing. See Figure 20.
Suppo_
Hex Nut and
Bell Washer
Rear Auger
Belt
Note: The unit is
\ shown resting on
Lits auger housing
/
Front Auger
/
Pulley
Auger
Pulley
Idler
Spring
Figure 20
Auger
Bracket
Housing Spring
Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame
cover underneath the snow thrower.
Remove the klick pins which secure the wheels,
and remove the wheels from the axle.
Figure 18
Drive Belt
•
Follow steps 1 through 4 of previous instructions.
15
•
•
•
•
Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the
friction wheel assembly, tightening the four screws
in rotation and with equal force.
Position the friction wheel assembly up onto the pin
of the shift rod assembly, and slide the shaft
through the assembly. Reassemble the wheels and
the frame cover.
Using a wrench to hold the shaft, loosen, but do not
completely remove, the hex nut and bell washer on
left end of gear shaft. See Figure 20.
Lightly tap the hex nut to dislodge the ball bearing
from the right side of frame. Remove the hex nut
and bell washer from left end of shaft.
Slide the gear shaft to the right and slide the friction
wheel assembly from the shaft.
Remove the four screws from the friction wheel
assembly. Remove the friction wheel rubber from
between the plates. See Figure 21.
Plates
Bearing
Screws
Hub
/
Friction Wheel Rubber
Figure 21
SECTION8: OFF-SEASON
STORAGE
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in
an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rust proof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains,
springs, bearings and cables.
WARNING:
Never store engine with fuel in
tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas,
where fuel fumes may reach an open flame,
spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water
heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.
•
•
•
•
If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare engine
for storage as instructed in the engine manual.
Remove all debris from the exterior of equipment.
Follow lubrication recommendations on page 12.
Always store the snow thrower in a clean, dry area.
Engine
Refer to separate engine manual for all engine
maintenance procedures.
16
SECTION9: TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Cause
Remedy
Engine fails to start.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Blocked fuel line.
Choke net in ON position
Faulty spark plug.
Safety key not in ignition switch on engine.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Primer button net being used properly.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Fill tank with fresh gasoline.
Clean the fuel line.
Move switch to ON position
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Insert the key fully into the switch.
Connect spark plug wire.
Refer to the engine manual.
Engine runs erratic.
1.
2.
Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
1.
2.
3.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
3.
4.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
4.
Move choke lever to OFF position.
Clean fuel line and fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refill with
fresh fuel.
Refer to the engine manual.
1.
2.
Spark plug wire loose.
Gas cap vent hole plugged.
1.
2.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be
certain vent hole is clear.
3.
Exhaust port plugged.
3.
Refer to the engine manual.
Engine overheats.
1.
Carburetor not adjusted properly.
1.
Refer to the engine manual or have the
carburetor adjusted by an authorized
engine service dealer.
Excessive vibration.
1.
Loose parts or damaged auger.
1.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts. If
vibration continues, have unit serviced by
an authorized service dealer.
Unit fails
to propel itself.
1.
Traction control cable in need of adjustment.
1.
2.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
2.
Adjust traction control cable. Refer to
Adjustments.
Replace drive belt.
1.
Discharge chute clogged.
1.
2.
Foreign object lodged in auger.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Auger control cable in need of adjustment.
Auger belt loose or damaged.
Shear bolt(s) sheared.
3.
Loss of power.
Unit fails
to discharge snow.
4.
5.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Clean discharge chute and
inside of auger housing.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Remove object from auger.
Refer to Auger Control Test on Page 9.
Refer to Adjustments.
Replace shear bolt(s).
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact an authorized Troy-Bilt service dealer.
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SECTION10: MODELS7524 / 8526 PARTSLIST
2
40
3
27
13
\
\
\
19
18
Models7524 / 8526
Ref.
No.
1.
2.
3.
Part No.
731-2635
Ref.
No.
Part Description
Part No.
Part Description
Mount, Chute Clean-out Tool
Chute Clean-out Tool
22.
712-0798
Hex Nut 3/8-16
731-2643
23.
712-3068
684-O4002
26" Housing Assembly
24.
715-0114
Hex Nut 5/16-18
Pin
24" Housing Assembly
FI-Wash..76 LD x 1.49 O.D.
25.
731-1379C
Chute Adapter
4.
684-O4001
736-0188
26.
732-0611
5.
605-5193A
26" Spiral Assembly LH
27.
736-0119
Extension Spring
Lock Washer 5/16
605-5189A
741-0493A
24" Spiral Assembly LH
Flange Bushing
28.
736-0167
FI-Wash..565
6.
29.
736-0463
FL-Wash .25 x .63 x .05
7.
741-0245
Hex Flange Bearing
30.
738-0281
Shld. Screw
8.
784-0399
31.
741-03O9
9.
712-0429
Bearing Housing
Lock Nut 5/16-18 Thd.
32.
756-0178
Ball Bearing
Flat Idler
10.
712-3010
Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.
33.
784-5632B
11.
736-0242
Bell Washer
34.
736-0320
12.
05931A
Housing
35.
784-5038B
Slide Shoe
13.
684-0066
36.
710-0276
14.
705-5226
Impeller Assembly
Reinforcement Chute
37.
784-5647
Carriage Screw 5/16-18
Chute Crank Brkt.
15.
710-0451
38.
605-5192A
26" Spiral Assembly RH
16.
710-0459A
17.
710-0604A
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75
Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50
Hex Wash. TT Screw 5/16-18
39.
605-5188A
784-5579A
24" Spiral Assembly RH
26" Shave Plate
18.
710-0703
710-0890A
Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x .75
Shear Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5
40.
784-5581A
746-0897
24" Shave Plate
19.
20.
712-0116
Lock Jam 3/8-24
21.
712-0324
Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20
41.
42.
736-0169
741-0475
19
x 1.25 x .02
Auger Idler Brkt.
FL-Wash..38 I.D. x 1.38 O.D.
Auger Clutch Cable
L-Wash. 3/8
Plastic Bushing
Models7524 / 8526
20
38
/
/
37
5
13
Drive Clutch Cable
/
/
Auger Clutch Cable
4
/
\ 7
6
\
30
9
10
11"
•
12
28
/
/
1
35
1
20
1
Models7524 / 8526
Ref.
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
Part Description
Ref.
No.
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .625
Drive Cable Guide Bracket
24
25
717-1444
715-0249
Auger Clutch Cable Bracket
Cable Roller
26
27
714-0143
684-0042C
Hex Screw 1/4-28
28
656-0012A
Frame Assembly
Ball Bearing
Bell Washer
Lock Jam Nut
29
30
31
32
684-0013B
710-0599
748-0190
684-0021
Hex Flange Bearing
Flat Washer1"
Front Support Guide Bracket
Lock Hex Screw
33
34
35
36
732-0264
712-0711
746-0898B
738-0869
Bell Washer .340 ID x .872 OD
Cotter Pin
Flat Washer .536 ID x .930 OD
37
738-0830
790-00010
790-00011
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.25
Frame Shift Bracket
Frame Cover
38
39
40
735-0243B
718-0301A
618-0063A
Hex Washer TT Screw 1/4-20
Flat Washer .760 ID x .50 OD
Gear
41
42
43
711-1364
736-0142
714-0507
Key
44
712-0703A
Part No.
710-1652
784-5688
784-5687A
756-0625
738-0924
784-5630B
741-0563
736-0105
712-0116
741-0598
736-0188
784-5689A
710-0538
736-0242
714-0474
736-0160
710-0809
784-5590
784-5638
710-1652
736-0351
717-1445
714-0126
Part Description
Part No.
7-Tooth Shaft
Roll Pin
Klik Pin
Friction Wheel Assembly
Friction Disc Wheel
Wheel Shift Rod Assembly
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5
Spacer
Friction Wheel Bracket Assembly
Extension Spring
Jam Nut 3/8-24
Drive Cable
Axle 13" Wheels
Axle 16" Wheels
Friction Plate
Friction Plate w/Extrusion
Friction Wheel Rubber
Friction Wheel Hub
Friction Wheel Bearing
Clevis Pin, 1/4 x 1.3725
Flat Washer, .281 x .5 x .063
Cotter Pin, .75
Insert Nut, 5/16-18
1"Use more than one washer on either side, only if necessary to reduce axle-play.
3
16" Wheels
• 13" Wheels
/
MODEL
NUMBER
7524
8526
WHEEL
SIZE
13 x 5
16 x 4.8
WHEEL CHART
REF. NO. 1
REF. NO. 2
SPACER
WHEEL COMP.
731-04044
634-04012
731-04043
634-04014
REF. NO. 3
WHEEL COMP.
634-04011
634-04013
* A wheel assembly includes one tire, one air valve, one painted rim and two sleeve bearings
21
Models7524 / 8526
13
13
\
22
Models7524 / 8526
Ref.
No.
Part No.
Part Description
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
28.
29.
30.
31.
32.
33.
34.
731-04067
731-04059
710-1003
725-1672
747-1136
725-1658
629-0059
726-0100
720-0201A
747-0737
684-0053B
736-0185
714-0104
741-0475
705-5266
736-0270
712-0287
736-0275
736-0119
710-0643
710-0788
684-0008A
747-0621
736-0451
720-0284
710-0449
750-0963
711-0677
710-0458
736-0242
712-3068
720-0232
710-3015
714-0145
Handle Panel (8526)
Handle Panel (7524)
Special B Screw*
Lens Assembly*
Lamp Retainer*
Halogen Lamp*
Lamp Wire Harness*
Push Cap
Chute Crank Knob
35.
36.
712-0116
732-0193
Jam L-Nut 3/8-24 Thd.
37.
38.
736-0105
710-0459A
39.
40.
749-0951
749-0953A
41.
42.
43.
44.
45.
749-0952A
712-0271
710-1880
747-0620A
720-0274
Upper Chute Crank
Chute Crank Assembly, Lower
FI-Wash..375 I.D. x .738 O.D.
Hairpin Clip
Plastic Bushing
2 pc. Chute Crank Brkt.
Bell Washer
Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thd.
Fl-Wash..344
I.D. x .688 O.D.
L-Wash. 5/16
Hex Hal. Cap Scr. 5/16-18 Thd.
TT-Tap Screw 1/4-20 Thd.
Shift Arm Assembly
Lower Shift Rod
Saddle Washer .320 I.D. x .93 O.D.
Knob
Carriage Screw 5/16-18, Gr. 5
Clutch Rod Connector
Ferrule
Carriage Bolt
Bell Washer
Hex L-Nut 5/16-18 Thd.
Shift Knob
Hex Hd. Cap Screw 1/4-20
Click Pin
Compression Spring
Spring Wash..401 I.D. x .870 O.D.
Hex Heal. Cap Screw 3/8-24 Thd.
Lower Handle
Upper Handle, LH
Upper Handle, RH
Hex Sems Nut
Hex Patch Screw 5/16-18 Thd.
Upper Shift Rod
Foam Grip
* Model 8526 only
23
Models7524 / 8526
31
7
33
14 24
22
28
22
13
23
Ref.
No.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
05896A
710-1245B
710-0230
710-0627
710-0654A
Idler BrkL
Hex Hd. Cap Screw 5/16-24 Thd.
18.
19.
Hex Hd. Cap Screw 1/4-28 Thd.
Hex Hd. Cap Screw 5/16-24 Th&
TT-Tap Screw 3/8-16 Thd.
20=
21.
22.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
710-0696
710,1652
710-3005
712-0181
731 - 1324
732-0710
736-0242
736,0247
736-0270
736-0331
736-0505
748-0234
Hex Hd. Screw 3/8-24
TT-Tap Screw 1/4,20 Thd.
Hex Hd. Cap Screw 3/8-i6
Jam Nut
Belt Cover
Part No.
Description
Ref.
Part No.
Description
NO,
,
Thd.
23=
24.
25.
26.
27.
748-0360
754-0346
754-0430B
756-0313
756-0569
756-0967
756-0986
756-0987
OEM-390-987
684-04011
Extension Spring
Bell Washer
Fl-Washer .406 I.D. x 1.25 O.D.
BellWasher
Bell Washer
28.
29.
30.
31.
32.
629-0071
732-0705
712-3004A
710-04082
FI-Washer.34 I.D. x .50 O.D.
Shoulder Spacer
33.
684-04014
24
Pulley Adapter
V-Belt 3/8
Belt
Flat idler Pulley
Half Pulley
Auger Pulley
Half Pulley
Half Pulley
Electric Start Kit
Spark Plug Cap
Extension Cord
Part of Engine
Cable Control Wire
Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18 Thd.
Screw, #10-16 x .75
Engine Shroud (Incl. Ref. 27)
Models7524 / 8526
Ref.
No.
&3
\
6
15
j3
10
1_
_11
/
7
25
Part No.
Description
1.
710-04071
Carriage Screw
2.
710-0262
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.75"
3.
710-0805
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5"
4.
710-0896
Hex AB Screw 1/4-14 x .625"
5.
710-3015
Hex Screw 1/4-20 x .75"
6.
712-0429
Hex Lock Nut
7.
712-3027
Hex Flange Lock Nut
8.
731-1320
Upper Chute
9.
731-0851A
10.
731-1313C
Chute Flange Keeper
Cable Guide: Chute Tilt
11.
731-1300B
Lower Chute
12.
784-5680
Handle Suppt. Bracket 5/8 RH
13.
736-0159
5/16 Washer
15.
736-0506
Special Washer
16.
746-0896
Chute Control Cable
17.
746-0901
18.
784-5594
Chute Cable w/Clip
Cable Bracket
19.
784-5604
Chute Tilt Handle
20.
684-0102
Handle Panel Assembly w/Tilt
21.
710-0459A
Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.5"
22.
710-0599
TT Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5"
23.
711-0653
Clevis Pin
24.
712-0116
Jam Nut
25.
784-5682
Handle Suppt. Bracket 3/8 RH
26.
714-0104
Cotter Pin
27.
732-0145
Spring
28.
732-0193
Spring
29.
732-0746
Torsion Spring
30.
735-0199A
Rubber Bumper
31.
736-0105
Bell Washer
32.
784-5681
Handle Suppt. Bracket 3/8 LH
33.
736-0509
Special Washer
34.
747-0877
Cam Rod
35.
748-0362
Cam: Handle Lock
36.
748-0363
Pawl: Handle Lock
37.
784-5619A
Shift Handle
38.
784-5679
Handle Suppt. Bracket 5/8 LH
39.
714-0507
Cotter Pin
40.
746-0778
Z Fitting Cable
41.
710-0116
Hex Jam L-Nut 3/8-24 Thd.
42.
684-0037B
Handle Ass'y LH
43.
684-0036A
Handle Ass'y RH
Model7524
12
\
17
15
10
\
13
9
7
/
14
\
18
Ref.
No.
13
Part No.
Description
1.
618-0414A
Auger Gearbox Ass'y Comp.
2.
618-0123
Housing Assembly, RH
3.
618-0418
Housing Assembly, LH
4.
710-0642
Screw, 1/4-20 x .75
5.
711-0908A
24" Auger Axle
6.
714-0161
Hi-Pro Key
7.
715-0143
Spirol Pin
8.
717-0526
Worm Shaft .75 O.D.
9.
717-0528
Worm Gear 20T
10.
718-0186
Thrust .75 I.D. x .415 O.D.
11.
721-0325
Plug 1/4 x .437
12.
721-0327
Oil Seal .75 I.D. x 1.73 O.D.
13.
736-0351
FI-Wash..760
14.
736-0369
FI-Wash..508
I.D. x 1.00.D.
15.
736-0445
FI-Wash..76
I.D. x 1.50 O.D.
16.
737-3000
Lube Fitting 3/16 Drive
17.
741-0662
Flange Bearing
18.
741-0663
Flange Bearing
26
I.D. x 1.50.D.
4
Model8526
12
\
17
15
10
\
13
9
7
/
14
\
18
Ref.
No.
13
Part No.
Description
1.
618-0415A
Auger Gearbox Ass'y Comp.
2.
618-0123
Housing Assembly, RH
3.
618-0418
Housing Assembly, LH
4.
710-0642
Screw, 1/4-20 x .75
5.
711-0909A
26" Auger Axle
6.
714-0161
Hi-Pro Key
7.
715-0143
Spirol Pin
8.
717-0526
Worm Shaft .75 O.D.
9.
717-0528
Worm Gear 20T
10.
718-0186
Thrust .75 I.D. x .415 O.D.
11.
721-0325
Plug 1/4 x .437
12.
721-0327
Oil Seal .75 I.D. x 1.73 O.D.
13.
736-0351
FI-Wash..760
14.
736-0369
FI-Wash..508
I.D. x 1.00.D.
15.
736-0445
FI-Wash..76
I.D. x 1.50 O.D.
16.
737-3000
Lube Fitting 3/16 Drive
17.
741-0662
Flange Bearing
18.
741-0663
Flange Bearing
27
I.D. x 1.50.D.
4
MANUFACTURER'S
LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR:
O TRO_
_ B_ILT'_
The limited warranty set fodh below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC
with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the
United States, its possessions and territories.
Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects for a
period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original
purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of
charge, any part found to be defective in materials or
workmanship. This limited warranty shall only apply if this
product has been operated and maintained in accordance
with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product, and
has net been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use,
neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration,
vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other peril
or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or
use of any accessory or attachment not approved by Trey-Bilt
LLC for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will
void your warranty as to any resulting damage.
Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to
separate terms as follows: All normal wear parts or
component failures will be covered on the product for a period
of 90 days regardless of cause. After 90 days, but within the
two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered
ONLY IF caused by defects in materials or workmanship of
OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and
components include, but are net limited to: batteries, belts,
blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats,
snow thrower skid shoes, shave plates, auger spiral rubber,
and tires.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,
WiTH PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized
service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your
Yellow Pages, or contact Troy-Bilt LLC at P.O. Box 361131,
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-866-840-6483 or 1330-558-7220, or log on to our Web site at www.troybilt.cem.
This limited warranty does net provide coverage in the
following cases:
a.
b.
c.
The engine or component parts thereof. These items
carry a separate manufacturer's warranty. Refer to
applicable manufacturer's warranty for terms and
conditions.
Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate one year warranty.
Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters,
blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch
adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal
deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or
exposure.
d.
e.
f.
g.
Troy-Bilt LLC does net extend any warranty for
products sold or exported outside of the United States,
its possessions and territories, except those sold
through Troy-Bilt LLC's authorized channels of export
distribution.
Parts that are net genuine Troy-Bilt parts are net
covered by this warranty.
Service completed by someone other than an
authorized service dealer is net covered by this
warranty.
Transportation charges and service calls are not
covered.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose,
applies after the applicable period of express written
warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other
express warranty, whether written or oral, except as
mentioned above, given by any person or entity,
including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product,
shall bind Troy-Bilt LLC. During the period of the
warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement
of the product as set forth above.
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the
sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. Troy-Bilt
LLC shall not be liable for incidental or consequential
loss or damage including, without limitation, expenses
incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services
or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted
product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or
limitations may not apply to you.
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the
amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration
of safety features of the product shall void this warranty.
You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to
you and your property aed/or to others and their property
arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the
original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased
as a gift.
HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY:
This
limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019; Phone:1-866-840-6483,1-330-558-7220