User manual POULAN PRO PP291EPS27

[. . . ] IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER: SNOW THROWER PP291EPS27 Read the Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. WARNING: Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 435548 Rev 2 07. 20. 10 TH Printed in the U. S. A. 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 important safety precautions. [. . . ] · 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. LUBRICATION CHART SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil See "ENGINE" in Maintenance section General Purpose Grease Pivot points BEFORE EACH USE 1. Check controls to be sure they are functioning properly. LUBRICATION Keep your snow thrower well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART"). Engine oil Auger grease fittings SNOW THROWER Always observe the safety rules when performing any maintenance. TIRES · Maintain proper air pressure in both tires (14­17 P . S. I. 14 · 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 corrosion. MAINTENANCE BELTS Check belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary. 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 construction and should be replaced by original equipment manufacturer (OEM) belts available 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 components can cause contamination of the friction wheel and damage to the drive system of your snow thrower. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range anticipated before next oil change. [. . . ] SPD/LEV/PWST OWNER'S MANUAL, ENGLISH OWNER'S MANUAL, FRENCH NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. 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. 42 SERVICE NOTES 43 The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. [. . . ]