IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER: PP291E30 SNOW THROWER WARNING: Read the Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 428548 Rev 1 07.13.09 TH Printed in U.S.A.
IMPORTANT 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. WARNING: Snow throwers have exposed rotating parts, which can cause severe injury from contact, or from material thrown from the discharge chute. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, small children and pets at all times including startup.
6. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower, stop the engine and make certain the collector/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the engine. 7. Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting the engine and for transporting the snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous. 8.
PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON (1) POWER CORD (198563) (1) MULTIWRENCH (180684) (3) RETAINER SPRINGS (169675) (2) SHEAR BOLTS 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 (192090) (2) FLAT WASHERS (2) LOCKNUTS 1/4-20 (73800400) (2) CARRIAGE BOLTS 3/8-16 x 2.
ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new snow thrower. Reading the entire manual will familiarize you with the unit, which will assist you in assembly, operation and maintenance of the product. 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.
ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 3 and 4) The traction drive control rod is installed on the snow thrower. 1. Remove plastic tie securring rod to lower handle. 2. With top end of rod positioned under left side of control panel, push rod down and insert top end of rod into hole in drive control bracket. Secure with retainer spring. INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6) 1.
ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATOR 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 necessary, rotate chute assembly to align square and pin on underside of chute rotator head with holes in chute bracket. 3.
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.
OPERATION MUFFLER ELECTRIC START BUTTON GASOLINE FILLER CAP AUGER CONTROL LEVER POWER CORD PLUG CHOKE CONTROL DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER DRIVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER CHUTE DEFLECTOR DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL LEVER TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL LEVER SAFETY IGNITION KEY ON / OFF SWITCH DISCHARGE CHUTE PRIMER FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE LIGHT RECOIL (AUXILIARY) STARTER HANDLE CLEAN-OUT TOOL HANDLE KNOB MUFFLER NOTE: ITEMS ABOVE ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION ON THE ENGINE.
OPERATION 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE (See Fig.
OPERATION TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 14) 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 snow. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 16) SELF-PROPELLING, forward and reverse movement of the snow thrower, is controlled by the traction drive control lever located on the left side handle.
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE • If snow thrower must be operated over gravel surface, use extra caution and be sure skid plates are adjusted to lowest (highest scraper clearance) position. 1. Shut off engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Adjust skid plates by loosening the hex nuts, then moving skid plate to desired position. Be sure both plates are adjusted evenly. Tighten securely. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig.
OPERATION TO START ENGINE • Be sure fuel shut-off valve is in the “OPEN” position. Your snow thrower engine is equipped with both a 120 Volt A.C. electric starter and a recoil starter. The electric starter is equipped with a three-wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 Volt A.C. household current. • Be sure your house is a 120 Volt A.C. three-wire grounded system. If you are uncertain, consult a licensed electrician. 5. Pull recoil starter handle quickly.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain snow thrower as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your snow thrower. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.
MAINTENANCE • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container. NOTE: The left side wheel may be removed from snow thrower for easier access to the oil drain plug and placement of a suitable container. The unit tilted, resting on the frame with the left wheel removed, will help drain any oil trapped inside the engine. (See “TO REMOVE WHEELS” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 1. Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IMPELLER SHEAR BOLTS The impeller is secured to the impeller shaft with two (2) capscrew/shear bolts and hex nuts. Should a foreign object or ice become lodged in the impeller, the capscrews are designed to break, preventing damage to any other components. If impeller does not turn when auger control lever is engaged, check to see if the capscrews have sheared. To replace the capscrew/shear bolts: 1. Disengage all controls and move throttle control to STOP position.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 22) The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If the belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should be replaced. It is recommended that the belt(s) be replaced by a service center/department. NOTE: It is recommended that both the auger and traction drive belt be replaced at the same time.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 23) • Remove the klik pin and remove wheel from axle. IMPORTANT: When installing wheel, be sure to use the innermost hole in axle and the wheel hub hole. To disengage drive system from the wheels (for pushing or transporting the snow thrower), remove klik pin from wheel hub and insert pin into the outermost hole in axle only. NOTE: To seal punctures or prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer.
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. • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.
TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to an authorized service center/department. PROBLEM Does not start CAUSE 1. Fuel shut-off valve (if so equipped) in OFF position. 2. Safety ignition key is not inserted. 3. Out of fuel. 4. Throttle in STOP position (or ON/OFF switch is OFF). 5. Choke in OFF position. 6. Primer not depressed. 7. Engine is flooded. 8. Spark plug wire is disconnected. 9. Bad spark plug. 10. Stale fuel. 11. Water in fuel. CORRECTION 1.
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 1 3 (5x) 4 (5x) KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 404930X428 404933X479 72270505 155377 AUGER HOUSING SCRAPPER BAR CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16−18 X .625 NUT 5/16−18 2 01.07.003-A 2 3 1 1 2 3 01.07.024-B KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 420478 411939 179582 AUGER BEARING BEARING PLUG SCREW 5/16−18 X 1.00 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 5 11 11 6 7 15 14 12 4 16 8 11 13 12 3 17 10 11 1 9 2 33 32 34 31 30 31 26 29 36 27 28 23 22 21 25 35 22 23 24 21 18 2 (EXPLODED) 19 01.07.026-B NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 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.
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 2 1 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 420497X479 420498X479 AUGER ASSEMBLY 30 LH AUGER ASSEMBLY 30 RH 01.07.019-A 3 4 2 4 3 01.11.001-A KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 174762X479 178777X479 72270506 751153 SKID PLATE LH SKID PLATE RH CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16−18 X .75 NUT 5/16−18 1 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 1 4 5 1 2 3 4 2 3 4 3 5 3 4 01.16.001-A KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 181160X479 72270506 179246 10040500 128638 DRIFT CUTTER BAR CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16−18 X .750 PLASTIC WASHER LOCKWASHER 5/16 NUT 5/16−18 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts.
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE 5 7 15 3 16 *14 *11 2 *10 4 6 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 *10 *11 *12 *13 *14 15 16 420315X428 178633X428 421163 420325 414280 128415 17501010 419821 419822 179829 191730 72250505 751153 184505 420679 421164 CHUTE WELDMENT DEFLECTOR WELDMENT DEFLECTOR CONTROL ASSEMBLY DEFLECTOR SEAL KNOB BLACK POP RIVET SCREW 10-24 X .
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE 2 2 1 *3 *7 *6 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 *3 *4 *5 *6 *7 428272 17501010 420678 405932 420675 428273 428310 LEVER/CABLE ROTATOR ASSEMBLY SCREW 10-24 X .625 ROTATOR HEAD ROTATOR PIVOT BRACKET PULLEY PIVOT CABLE ASSEMBLY ADJUSTABLE CABLE ASSEMBLY HEAT SHIELD *4 01.09.010-A NOTES: 1. ITEMS INDICATED WITH AN * ARE LISTED AS REFERENCE FOR SERVICE PARTS ONLY. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) REPAIR PARTS HANDLES 7 4 5 3 2 4 5 6 1 01.10.007-B KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 182906 178668 180927 184471 175262 178770 183784 CONSOLE PANEL HEADLIGHT BEZEL FLOOD HEADLIGHT SHOULDER SCREW 10−24 X .625 SCREW 10−24 X 1.25 WIRE HARNESS BULB KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 412675X004 414572 178831 169675 17060410 421252X004 INTERLOCK SPRING INTERLOCK CAM TORSION SPRING RETAINER SCREW 1/4−20 X .
SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) REPAIR PARTS HANDLES 3 4 3 4 4 1 3 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 PART NO. 419798X479 419799X479 74780524 751153 DESCRIPTION LOOP HANDLE LH LOOP HANDLE RH SCREW 5/16−18 X 1.50 NUT 5/16−18 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 419797X479 418313X479 428867 17000616 LOWER TUBE PIVOT SUPPORT BOLT 5/16-18 X .750 SCREW 3/8-16 X 1.00 4 3 2 01.08.004-B 1 2 4 3 4 01.05.004-C 4 4 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.
REPAIR PARTS HANDLES SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) 10 2 11 8 4 7 9 9 5 6 7 1 12 3 13 8 13 14 14 01.08.002-F 12 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 412683X479 424517X479 424516X479 426917X008 426918X008 412677 421613 169675 17060410 414280 414281 178899 19131316 72120618 CONTROL PANEL CONTROL LEVER LH CONTROL LEVER RH TRACTION ROD ARM IMPELLER ROD ARM INTERLOCK ROD SPACER RETAINER SCREW 1/4-20 X .
SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) REPAIR PARTS HANDLES 2 10 10 3 1 8 9 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 180480 405740 180445 187716 180447 178669 180926 72270505 155377 169675 IMPELLER ROD ASSEMBLY TRACTION ROD ASSEMBLY SHIFTER ROD TOP SHIFTER ROD BOTTOM SPRING SLEEVE IMPELLER SPRING TRACTION SPRING CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16-18 X .75 NUT 5/16-18 RETAINER 4 5 7 10 5 6 01.12.001-E NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.
SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) REPAIR PARTS DRIVE 42 EXPLODED 46 2 45 16 48 17 1 18 15 11 9 9 10 8 7 12 9 11 53 13 14 47 15 49 20 22 19 53 11 4 34 53 23 52 21 6 24 5 33 23 53 3 28 26 29 30 31 33 32 35 27 24 26 38 53 36 37 4 23 50 24 24 25 53 42 43 39 44 41 40 39 01.02.013-A NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts.
REPAIR PARTS DRIVE KEY NO. PART NO. 1 198875 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 17501010 402685X428 17490508 57079 405485 198580 403097X004 402881 403096X004 191730 402856X004 416717X004 187101 700279 427542 402568 169675 401732 402310 12000036 402878 751153 408981 73930500 198176X479 SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) DESCRIPTION KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION SPEED SELECTOR ASSEMBLY SCREW 10-24 X .625 END PLATE SCREW 5/16-18 X .
SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) REPAIR PARTS DRIVE 5 6 7 1b 4 3 1b 1a 6 2 3 5 4 01.03.005-B KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 1a 1b 2 3 4 5 6 7 188226 179352 9465M1 402691 174697 179830 17490508 155443 189282 (assy of 1a,1b) AXLE ASSEMBLY AXLE SHAFT ROLL PIN 3/16 SPROCKET THRUST WASHER BEARING BOLT 5/16−18 X .500 CLIK PIN SQUARE KEY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts.
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS 2 3 2 3 1 01.00.034-A KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION -1 2 3 428173 418694X428 150406 428867 COMPLETE LCT ENGINE FRAME BOLT 3/8-16 SCREW 5/16-18 X .750 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 427963X428 ENGINE MOUNTING PLATE KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 418601 17490408 COVER ASSEMBLY SCREW 1/4-20 X .50 1 01.01.004-A 1 2 01.21.014-A 2 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS 23 22 13 24 13 21 21 19 20 15 20 18 11 17 12 13 16 14 7 5 9 10 4 3 6 2 1 8 01.21.005-A KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 419888 427304 423723 180523 423990X479 426589 74780524 424297 427942 428867 427576 180522 IMPELLER BELT TRACTION BELT IDLER ARM BRACKET IDLER PULLEY IDLER BRACKET NUT 5/16-18 SCREW 5/16-18 X 1.50 SHOULDER BOLT 5/16-18 X .
SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) REPAIR PARTS WHEELS KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 187833X421 187865X421 WHEEL ASSEMBLY LH WHEEL ASSEMBLY RH 1 2 01.06.002-A NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 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.
SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) REPAIR PARTS BAG OF PARTS 4 6 5 8 7 3 9 2 10 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 198563 169675 180684X008 184505 179829 191730 72250505 751153 73800600 19131316 192090 73800400 POWER CORD RETAINER PIN WRENCH REMOTE SPRING SHOULDER BOLT 1/4-20 LOCKNUT 1/4-20 CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16-18 X 5/8 LOCKNUT 5/16-18 LOCKNUT 3/8-16 WASHER 3/8 SHEAR BOLT 1/4-20 X 1-13/16 LOCKNUT 1/4-20 KEY NO. PART NO.
SNOW THROWER - MODEL PP291E30 (96198003000) REPAIR PARTS DECALS 1 9 2 8 6 3 10 7 1 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 6 7 8 9 10 --- 181037 181042 181035 181033 415391 415390 415475 183730 428548 428549 DECAL, DANGER DECAL, DANGER DECAL, DANGER, DEFLECTOR DECAL, INSTRUCTION DECAL, LH TRIGGER DECAL, RH TRIGGER DECAL, SPEED CONTROL DECAL, REMOTE DEFLECTOR CONTROL OWNER’S MANUAL, ENGLISH OWNER’S MANUAL, FRENCH NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.
LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions. 1.
