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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983
H O M E P R O D U C T S
SNOWTHROWER SERVICE MANUAL
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 To the technician using this manual: This technical manual includes sections of the consumers owners manual to allow the you to see the instructions given to the consumer or retail store. These pages will have the word CONSUMER in smaller print in the heading. For the purpose of this manual we selected a model that has as many features as pos- sible. You may work on models that do not have power steering, a headlight, or the auger may
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Section 1. Safety Rules - 4 Section 2. Specifications – 6 Section 3. Assembly - 7 Section 4. Maintenance, Storage, and Operation - 17 Section 5. Troubleshooting Chart - 22 Section 6. Adjustments - 23 Section 7. Systems and Repair Procedures - 27-50 Service Notes - 51 2 3 www.mymowerparts.com
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 1: SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Snow Throwers IMPORTANT: 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. PREPARATION Look for this symbol to point out im- portant safety precautions. It means • Remove foreign objects. Thoroughly inspect the area CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR where the equip
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Snow Throwers IMPORTANT: 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. OPERATION • Never operate the snow thrower near glass enclo- • Do not operate this machine if you are under the influ- sures, automobiles, window wells, drop–offs, and the ence of alcohol or taking dr
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 2: SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TECUMSEH OHV GASOLINE CAPACITY: 4.0 Quart On 5 & 5.5 HP 3.5 Quart TYPE Unleaded Regular only OIL TYPE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAE 30 (above 40 F) (API-SF-SJ) SAE 5W-30 or 10W30 ( 0 to 40 F) SAE 0W-30 (
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 3: CONSUMER ASSEMBLY PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON 6 7 www.mymowerparts.com
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new snow thrower.Your new snow thrower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper operation of you
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION TRACTION DRIVE RETAINER CONTROL LEVER SPRING AUGER CONTROL RETAINER AUGER ROD SPRING CONTROL TRACTION LEVER DRIVE CON- TROL ROD DRIVE AUGER CONTROL CONTROL BRACKET BRACKET FIG. 4 FIG. 6 INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6) (See Fig. 7) The auger control rod has the short loop on the end of the NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may spring as shown. be used to install the chute
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL INSTALL WEIGHT BAG (See Fig. 11) (See Figs. 9 and 10) Though seldom required, the weight bag will reduce the tendency of the auger housing to ride up on hard, icy drifts. 1. Install remote cable bracket to discharge chute with Should conditions require it, install as follows: 5/16-18 carriage bolt, flat washer and 5/16-18 locknut as shown. Tighten securely. 1.
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER 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. � � � � � � � � � � �
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER OPERATION SPARK ENGINE OIL CAP AUGER CON- DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER PLUG WITH DIPSTICK TROL LEVER SAFETY DRIVE SPEED CON- DEFLECTOR REMOTE CON- IGNITION TROL LEVER TROL LEVER KEY GASOLINE FILLER CAP TRACTION CHUTE DE- CHOKE DRIVE CON- FLECTOR CON- TROL LEVER TROL THROTTLE / LH TURN ENGINE CON- TRIGGER TROL OIL DRAIN PLUG LIGHT RECOIL (AUXIL- POWER IARY) STARTER CORD HANDLE PLUG ELECTRIC START BUT- FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER OPERATION The operation of any snow thrower can result TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 15) in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which The choke control is located on the engine. Use the choke can result in severe eye damage. Always control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not wear safety glasses or eye shields while use to start a warm engine. operating your snow thrower or performing any adjustments or repairs
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER OPERATION TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 17) TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL LEVER 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 AUGER CONTROL LEVER DRIVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER FIG. 18 throwing process. POWER STEERING OPERATION (See Fig. 19) Steering triggers are used
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER OPERATION 1. Shut off engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE PRIMER ENGINE OIL 2. Adjust skid plates by loosening the rear 1/2" hex nut FILL CAP / only, then moving skid plate to desired position. Be sure DIPSTICK both plates are adjusted evenly. Tighten securely. SAFETY IG- HIGH POSITION NITION KEY (LOW GROUND CLEARANCE) AUGER HOUSING SKID PLATE 1/2" HEX NUT GASOLINE LOW POSITION (HIGH GROUND
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER OPERATION 7. When the engine starts, release the starter button and RECOIL STARTER slowly move the choke control to the OFF position. 1. While the engine is running, pull the recoil starter handle 8. Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first, with rapid, full arm strokes three or four times. then from the engine. NOTE: The unusual sound made while pulling the recoil Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes.
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain See “ENGINE” in snow thrower as instructed in this manual. Some adjust- ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain Maintenance section your snow thrower. G
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 Determine temperature range anticipated before next oil hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts change. All oil must meet API service classification SF- are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from SJ. wear. (See “TO REMOVE BELT COVER” in the Service • Be sure snow thrower is on level surface. and Adju
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid serious injury, 1. Disengage all controls and move throttle control to before performing any service or ad- STOP position. Wait for all moving parts to stop. justments: 2. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place 1. Be sure throttle is in STOP posi- it wear it cannot come in contact with spark plug. tion. 3. Align holes in impeller hub with holes in impeller shaft 2. Re
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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CONSUMER SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If the HINT: Insert a 3/8" drive ratchet (in the “ON” position) into belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should the square hole in idler arm and rotate ratchet clockwise be replaced. It is recommended that the belt(s) be replaced to relieve tension. by a qualified service center. 8. With tension relieved on idler, install new traction d
