IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER: P8527ESA 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 185143 10.24.02 BY Printed in U.S.A.
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. • Do not operate the equipment without wearing adeLook for this symbol to point out imquate winter outer garments. Avoid loose, dangling portant safety precautions. It means clothing, such as scarves, which can get caught in CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR rotating parts.
• • • • • • • • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening and front auger area at all times. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect snow thrower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower.
SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................ 3 WARRANTY................................................................ 32 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION ............................... 5-7 OPERATION ............................................................ 8-13 MAINTENANCE ..................................................... 14-15 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .......
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.
ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL LEVER AUGER CONTROL ROD RETAINER SPRING RETAINER SPRING AUGER CONTROL LEVER TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD AUGER CONTROL BRACKET DRIVE CONTROL BRACKET FIG. 4 FIG. 6 INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6) The auger control rod has the short loop on the end of the spring as shown. 1. Slide rubber sleeve up rod and hook end of spring into control arm with loop opening up as shown. 2.
ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL (See Figs. 8 and 9) 1. Install remote cable bracket to discharge chute with 5/16-18 carriage bolt, flat washer and 5/16-18 locknut as shown. Tighten securely. 2. Install remote cable eyelet to chute deflector with 1/4-20 shoulder bolt, nylon washer and 1/4-20 locknut as shown. Tighten securely. 3. Install spring hooks between hex nuts on chute rotater head and into hole in chute deflector as shown.
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 SPARK PLUG SAFETY IGNITION KEY ENGINE OIL CAP WITH DIPSTICK AUGER CONTROL LEVER DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER DRIVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER GASOLINE FILLER CAP CHUTE DEFLECTOR CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE / ENGINE CONTROL DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL LEVER TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL LEVER LH TURN TRIGGER OIL DRAIN PLUG LIGHT RECOIL (AUXILIARY) STARTER HANDLE POWER CORD PLUG ELECTRIC START FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE BUTTON DISCHARGE PRIMER CHUTE HANDLE KNOB MUFFLER NOTE: ITEMS ABOVE ARE SHOWN IN THEIR TYPICA
OPERATION TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 14) The choke control is located on the engine. Use the choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine. • To engage choke, turn knob clockwise. Slowly turn knob counterclockwise to disengage. The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
OPERATION DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER CAUTION: Do not move speed control lever when traction drive control lever is engaged. Damage to the snow thrower can result. • Slower speeds are for heavier snow and faster speeds are for light snow and transporting the snow thrower. It is recommended that you use a slower speed until you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower.
OPERATION TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 19) 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.
OPERATION ELECTRIC STARTER 1. Connect the power cord to the engine. 2. Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole grounded 120 Volt A.C. receptacle. 3. While the engine is running, push starter button and spin the starter for several seconds. NOTE: The unusual sound made while starter is spinning will not harm the engine or starter. 4. Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first, then from the engine. RECOIL STARTER 1.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART 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 V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. (See “TO REMOVE BELT COVER” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). The V-belts on your snow thrower are of special construction and should be replaced by original equipment manufacturer (OEM) belts available from your nearest dealer.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or adjustments: 1. Be sure throttle is in STOP position. 2. Remove safety ignition key. 3. Make sure the augers and all moving parts have completely stopped. 4. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. 1. Disengage all controls and move throttle control to STOP position. Wait for all moving parts to stop. 2.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 23) 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 qualified service center. NOTE: It is recommended that both the auger and traction drive belt be replaced at the same time.
TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 24) • 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. KLIK PIN (INSTALL IN OUTER HOLE OF AXLE ONLY) OUTER HOLE AXLE WHEEL HUB WHEEL FIG.
TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a qualified service center. PROBLEM Does not start Loss of power 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. 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. Turn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position. 2.
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER P8527ESA AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 48 51 49 33 35 47 32 34 19 36 37 41 50 42 45 43 27 44 27 43 38 42 46 40 39 16 14 4 13 6 6 15 6 6 12 5 9 7 7 21 18 19 20 26 8 28 10 23 25 6 11 28 27 27 31 29 21 24 19 1 19 21 18 19 20 26 25 24 22 23 30 20 2 3
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER P8527ESA AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER P8527ESA CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE 2 1 21 1 19 2 2 22 23 2 6 14 26 3 21 22 20 27 28 4 5 25 6 29 23 9 12 16 27 18 24 7 10 17 14 11 13 8 8 22 3 15
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER P8527ESA CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS HANDLES SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER P8527ESA 30 32 31 31 2 4 38 3 39 4 13 5 11 15 5 40 6 1 3 5 8 6 11 9 36 4 4 16 7 14 17 28 5 10 33 19 37 15 11 21 18 12 20 34 35 23 22 21 17 16 22 20 24 27 25 27 24 26 24 32
REPAIR PARTS HANDLES SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER P8527ESA KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS DRIVE SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER P8527ESA 5 13 2 3 1 1 1 3 2 5 11 5 13 1 43 6 3 4 2 7 2 14 17 21 12 2 3 8 3 2 1 7 9 10 15 16 3 3 2 5 22 24 1 41 21 23 18 2 32 25 3 26 20 34 44 15 29 19 22 27 41 33 36 28 31 38 39 30 40 22 35 33 26 37
REPAIR PARTS DRIVE SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER P8527ESA KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER P8527ESA CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS 3 30 17 19 28 22 6 10 23 6 31 21 10 21 24 29 25 4 31 55 38 16 55 39 36 37 2 42 1 14 11 33 6 41 44 34 7 9 43 32 6 18 20 8 13 10 44 52 51 11 10 49 11 53 7 15 12 35 50 6 54 48 11 46 47 28 40 10 27
REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER P8527ESA CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS WHEELS / DECALS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER P8527ESA 10 10 1 22 23 28 26 20 10 12 27 21 17 15 19 31 7 14 18 32 30 8 24 25 10 29 33 13 4 11 2 2 1 3 4 7 9 10 15 18 32 30 12 11 5 6 14 13 4 11 16 29 4 19 25 24 10 26 3 21 20 27 22 23 28 33 28 11 1 2 4 12 9 8 6 5 1 3 30 11 10 7
REPAIR PARTS WHEELS / DECALS SNOW THROWER - MODEL NUMBER P8527ESA KEY PART NO. NO.
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.