Troy-Bilt 7524- User Manual

5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER NOTE: All references to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in theoperating position. The “operator’s position” is definedas standing directly behind the snow thrower, facing thehandle panel. Loose Parts • The augers ar...

6 Attaching Chute Directional Control • Remove the hairpin clip from the upper chute crank and slide the upper chute crank through the bracket and into the lower chute crank. See Figure 4. • Align the two holes on both chute cranks and insert the hairpin clip removed earlier, through these holes. Se...

7 Figure 7 Shift Lever The shift lever is located in the center of the handle panel and is used to determine ground speed and direction of travel. It can be moved into any of eight positions. See Figure 7. IMPORTANT: Always release traction the control before changing speeds. Forward Your snow throw...

8 Headlights (Model 8526 Only) When properly connected, headlight illuminate whenever the engine is running. SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Before Starting WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machineand in this manual before operating. Gas And Oil Fill-...

9 NOTE: Always cover vent hole in primer button when pushing. Additional priming may be necessary for firststart if temperature is below 15°F. • Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly, until it pulls slightly harder. Let rope rewind slowly. • Pull starter handle rapidly. Do not allow handle t...

10 • Squeeze the traction control against the right handle and the snow thrower will move. Release it and the drive motion will stop. IMPORTANT: NEVER move the shift lever without first releasing the traction control. Doing so will cause premature wear to the drive system’s friction wheel. Chute Cle...

11 • With traction control engaged, the friction wheel must contact the drive plate. See Figure 9. Figure 9 If adjustment is necessary: • Loosen the jam nut on the traction drive cable and thread the cable in or out as necessary. • Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is...

12 Skid Shoe Adjustment The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted by raising or lowering the skid shoes. For close snow removal, as when using on a smooth concrete or asphalt driveway, place the skid shoes in the low position. Use the middle or high position when the area to b...

13 Discharge Chute The base of the discharge chute and the spirals on the chute crank should be lubricated at least every 25 hours of use. Apply the lubricant under the base of the chute and where the spirals contact the discharge chute. See Figure 13. Figure 13 Drive and Shifting Mechanism At least...

14 SECTION 7: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all clutch levers andstop engine. Wait until all moving parts havecome to a complete stop. Disconnect sparkplug wire and ground it against the engine toprevent unintended starting. Augers The aug...

15 • Roll the front and rear auger belts off the engine pulley. See Figure 17. Figure 17 • Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the auger housing. See Figure 18. • Back out the stop bolt to allow the belts to slip between the bolt and auger pulley. See Figure 19. NOTE: It may be necessary to...

16 • Using a wrench to hold the shaft, loosen, but do not completely remove, the hex nut and bell washer on left end of gear shaft. See Figure 20. • Lightly tap the hex nut to dislodge the ball bearing from the right side of frame. Remove the hex nut and bell washer from left end of shaft. • Slide t...

17 SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact an authorized Troy-Bilt service dealer. Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start. 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 2. Blocked fuel line. 3. Choke not in ON position 4. Faulty spark plug. 5. Safety ...

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of two (2) years commencing o...