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  • Page 1

    OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER: 961980025 SNOW THROWER Always W ear Eye Protection During Operation IMPORT ANT MANU AL Do Not Throw Away WARNING: Read the Owner's Manual and fol low all W arnings and Safety In struc tions. F ail ure to do so can result in serious injury . 424714 11.03.08 SR Printed in the U.S.A.[...]

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    2 IMPORT ANT Safe Operation Practices for W alk-Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. F ailure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury . WARNING: This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks, driveways and other ground level surfaces. Caution should be e[...]

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    3 CONGRA TUL A TIONS 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 [...]

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    4 P ARTS P ACKED SEP ARA TEL Y IN CARTON (1) POWER CORD (198563) (1) DISCHARGE CHUTE (3) RET AINER SPRINGS (169675) (1) TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD (2) SHEAR BOL TS 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 (198636) (2) SP ACERS (198638) (2) L OCKNUTS 1/4-20 (73800400) EXTRA SHEAR BOL TS AND NUTS (1) WASHER 3/8 (19131316) (1) L OCKNUT 3/8 (73800600) ROT A TOR HEAD MOUNTING (1[...]

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    5 AS SEMBL Y / PRE-OPERA TION SPEED CON TROL ROD SPEED CONTROL BRACKET RET AINER SPRING SPEED CONTROL LEVER FIG. 2 TRACTION DRIVE CON TROL ROD DRIVE CONTROL BRACKET RET AINER SPRING TRACTION DRIVE CON TROL LEVER FIG. 4 TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD PIVOT BRACKET RUBBER SLEEVE L OOP OPEN- ING DOWN FIG. 3 SPEED CONTROL ROD HANDLE KNOB L OWER HANDLE PL A[...]

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    6 AS SEMBL Y / PRE-OPERA TION INST ALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROT A TOR HEAD (See Fig. 7) NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to install the chute rotator head. 1. Place discharge chute assembly on top of chute base with discharge opening toward front of snow thrower . 2. Position chute rotator head over chute bracket. If[...]

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    7 OPERA TION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERA TING Y OUR 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 litera[...]

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    8 OPERA TION Throttle/engine control - used to se lect either F AST or SL OW engine speed and to STOP the engine. T raction 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 - ti[...]

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    9 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 Y[...]

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    10 OPERA TION USING THE CLEAN-OUT TOOL (See Fig. 15) In certain snow conditions, the discharge chute may be- come 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 au- ger/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the[...]

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    11 OPERA TION TO ADJUST SKID PL A TES (See Fig. 17) 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 remov[...]

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    12 OPERA TION COLD ST ART - ELECTRIC ST ARTER 1. Insert safety ignition key (packed separately in parts bag) into ignition slot until it clicks. DO NOT turn the key . Keep the extra safety ignition key in a safe place. 2. Place throttle control in “FAST” position. 3. Rotate choke control to “FULL ” position. 4. Connect the power cord to the[...]

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    13 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. T o 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 .[...]

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    14 MAINTENANCE 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 [...]

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    15 CAUTION: Do not substitute. Use only original equip ment capscrew/shear bolts as sup plied with your snow thrower . 4. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug. Replace safety ignition key . WARNING: T o avoid serious injury , before performing any service or ad just ments: 1. Be sure throttle is in STOP position. 2. Remove safety ignition key . 3.[...]

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    16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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 [...]

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    17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS STORAGE Immediately prepare your unit 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 ga[...]

  • Page 18

    18 STORAGE CYLINDER 1. Remove spark plug. 2. P our 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 y[...]

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    19 Does not start 1. Fuel shut-off valve (if so 1. T urn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position. equipped) in OFF position. 2. Safety ignition key 2. Insert safety ignition key . is not inserted. 3. Out of fuel. 3. Fill fuel tank. 4. Throttle in STOP position. 4. Move throttle to F AST position. 5. Choke in OFF position. 5. Move to FULL position. 6. [...]

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    20 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBL Y NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . 1 2[...]

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    21 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBL Y NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . KEY[...]

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    22 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBL Y 2 ([...]

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    23 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBL Y 1 1[...]

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    24 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) CONTROL P ANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . 1 2 3[...]

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    25 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) CONTROL P ANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . KEY P[...]

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    26 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) HANDLES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTIO[...]

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    27 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) HANDLES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . 1 2 3 3 4 4 3 3 01.08.004-B 4 [...]

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    28 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) HANDLES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTIO[...]

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    29 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) HANDLES 1 3 4 5 6 5 7 8 2 9 10 10 10 0[...]

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    30 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) DRIVE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . 01.02.003-D 31 29 28 26 27 26 25[...]

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    31 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) DRIVE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION [...]

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    32 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) DRIVE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . 1a 1b 1b 4 3 3 4 5 6 6 7 5 2 01.[...]

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    33 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) CHAS SIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . 1 2 3 4 4 [...]

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    34 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) CHAS SIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . KEY P ART [...]

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    35 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) WHEELS KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty .[...]

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    36 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) BAG OF P ARTS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . 1 2 3 4 5 8 6 7 01.14.00[...]

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    37 5 3 1 4 2 1 7 6 8 9 REP AIR P AR TS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO . 961980025 (96198002501) DECALS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORT ANT : Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O .E.M.) replacement parts. F ailure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty . 1 181037 DE[...]

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    38 SERVICE NOTES[...]

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    39 SERVICE NOTES[...]

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    LIMITED W ARRANTY 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 pur - chaser , we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in repl[...]