Page 2 - IMPORTANT; Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers
2 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: This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks, driveways and ot...
Page 3 - CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute; TABLE OF CONTENTS; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
3 CONGRATULATIONS 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. We have competent,...
Page 4 - PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON; REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CAR TON
4 PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON (1) POWER CORD (198563) (1) DISCHARGE CHUTE (3) RETAINER SPRINGS (169675) (2) SHEAR BOLTS 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 (192090) (2) LOCKNUTS 1/4-20 (73800400) EXTRA SHEAR BOLTS AND NUTS (1) WASHER 3/8 (19131316) (1) LOCKNUT 3/8 (73800600) ROTATOR HEAD MOUNTING (1) AUGER CONTROL...
Page 7 - OPERATION; KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
7 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 ma...
Page 9 - HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER
9 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 visi...
Page 11 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
11 OPERATION TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 16)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 hei...
Page 12 - SNOW THROWING TIPS
12 OPERATION TO START ENGINE 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...
Page 13 - MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART
13 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. To 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 perio...
Page 14 - ENGINE
14 MAINTENANCE 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 ...
Page 15 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; SNOW THROWER
15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BELT COVER SCREWS FRAME FIG. 20 TO REMOVE BELT COVER (See Fig. 20) 1. Remove the two screws securing belt cover to frame.2. Remove belt cover.• Replace belt cover by installing cover and screws and tighten securely. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any s...
Page 18 - STORAGE
18 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. 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, cl...
Page 19 - TROUBLESHOOTING
19 TROUBLESHOOTING Does not start 1. Fuel shut-off valve (if so 1. Turn 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...
Page 33 - REPAIR PARTS
33 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NO. XT624ES (96192004400) CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS 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 thro...
Page 38 - SERVICE NOTES
Page 40 - LIMITED WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer pur- chaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, wit...