Yard Machines 12527SB manual

12527SB 12527SB Operator's Manual[...]

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[...]

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 . W e have competent, well-trained tech ni cians and the proper[...]

4 P ARTS P ACKED SEP ARA TEL Y IN CARTON (3) RET AINER SPRINGS (169675) (1) WASHER 3/8 (19131316) (1) L OCKNUT 3/8 (73800600) SAFTEY IGNITION KEY (S) (422663) (1) MUL TI- WRENCH (180684) (1) L OCKNUT 5/16-18 (751153) (1) CARRIAGE BOL T 5/16-18 x 5/8 (72250505) (1) L OCKNUT 1/4-20 (191730) (1) SHOULDER BOL T 1/4-20 (179829) (1) SPRING (184505) (1) P[...]

5 AS SEMBL Y / PRE-OPERA TION SPEED CONTROL ROD HANDLE KNOB L OWER HANDLE PL ASTIC TIE UPPER HANDLE FIG. 1 SPEED CON TROL ROD SPEED CONTROL BRACKET RET AINER SPRING SPEED CONTROL LEVER FIG. 2 HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW THROWER TOOL BOX (See Fig. 10) A toolbox is provided on your snow thrower . The toolbox is located on top of the belt cover . Store th[...]

6 AS SEMBL Y / PRE-OPERA TION INST ALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROT A TER 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[...]

7 AS SEMBL Y / PRE-OPERA TION CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your snow thrower were overinflated at the fac- tory for shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pres sure is important for best snow throwing performance. • Reduce tire pressure to 14-17 PSI. CHUTE DEFLECTOR CONTROL LEVER FIG. 9 FIG. 8 INST ALL CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL (See F[...]

8 OPERA TION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERA TING 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 literat[...]

9 OPERA TION Drive speed control lever - used to select forward or reverse motion and speed of snow thrower . Deflector remote control lever - used to change the dis tance the snow is thrown. 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 moti[...]

10 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[...]

11 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[...]

12 OPERA TION 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[...]

13 OPERA TION 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 e[...]

14 MAINTENANCE LUBRICA TION CHART 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 proper[...]

15 MAINTENANCE BEL TS 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 BEL T COVER” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). The belts on your snow thrower are of special con struc tio[...]

16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE BEL T COVER (See Fig. 21) 1. Remove the two (2) screws securing belt cover to frame. 2. Remove belt cover . 3. Replace belt cover by installing cover and screws and tighten securely . FRAME BEL T COVER SCREWS FIG. 21 SHEAR BOL TS (See Fig. 20) AUGER SHEAR BOL TS Both right and left-hand augers are secured to the[...]

17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 7. RELIEVE TENSION ON TRACTION DRIVE BEL T 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. 8. With tension relieved on idler , install new traction drive belt arou[...]

18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE See engine manual. CARBURETOR Y our 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 . TO ADJUST CABLE TENSION (See[...]

19 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. A[...]

20 TROUBLESHOOTING 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 with fresh, clean gasoline. 4. Throttle in STOP position 4. Move throttle to FAST position (or ON/OFF swit[...]

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532 43 56-32 04.29.10 TH Printed in the U.S.A. SECTION 1: LIMITED W ARRANTY Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty Period” of the product as set forth below: Lifetime Warranty (Par[...]