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    16530- XLS 16530- XLS Operator's Manual[...]

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    2 IMPORT ANT Safe Operation Practices for W alk-Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. F ailure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury . WARNING: This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks, driveways and other ground level surfaces. Caution should be e[...]

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    3 CONGRA TUL A TIONS 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 . W e have competent, well-trained tech ni cians and the proper[...]

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    4 P ARTS P ACKED SEP ARA TEL Y IN CARTON (1) POWER CORD (198563) (1) DISCHARGE CHUTE (1) LOCKNUT 5/16-18 (751153) (1) CARRIAGE BOL T 5/16-18 x 5/8 (72250505) (1) LOCKNUT 1/4-20 (191730) (1) SHOULDER BOL T 1/4-20 (179829) (1) SPRING (184505) CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL (1) AUGER CONTROL ROD SAFTEY IGNITION KEY(S) (193071) (1) FUEL ST ABILIZER P A[...]

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    5 AS SEMBL Y / PRE-OPERA TION NOTE: The multi-wrench may be used for assembly of the chute rotator head to snow thrower and making ad just ments to the skid plates. UNFOLD UPPER HANDLE 1. Raise upper handle to the operating position and tight en handle knobs securely . Additional carriage bolts, washers and handle knobs are in bag of parts. Use to [...]

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    6 AS SEMBL Y / PRE-OPERA TION INST ALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROT A TER HEAD (See Fig. 7) NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to install the chute rotater head. 1. Place discharge chute assembly on top of chute base with discharge opening toward front of snow thrower . 2. Position chute rotater head over chute bracket. If[...]

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    7 AS SEMBL Y / PRE-OPERA TION CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your snow thrower were overinflated at the fac- tory for shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pres sure is important for best snow throwing performance. • Reduce tire pressure to 14-17 PSI. CHUTE DEFLECTOR CONTROL LEVER FIG. 9 FIG. 8 INST ALL CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL (See F[...]

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    8 OPERA TION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERA TING 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 literat[...]

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    9 OPERA TION Drive speed control lever - used to select forward or reverse motion and speed of snow thrower . T raction drive control lever - used to engage power -pro- pelled for ward or reverse motion of snow thrower . Auger control lever - used to engage auger motion (throw snow). LH and RH turn triggers - used to steer the snow thrower . Deflec[...]

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    10 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 vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE Y[...]

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    11 OPERA TION TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 15) 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 . USING THE CLEAN-OUT TOOL (See Fig. 16) In certain snow conditions, the disc[...]

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    12 TO ADJUST SKID PL A TES (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. For removal of snow [...]

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    13 OPERA TION BEFORE ST ARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 22) The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped from the factory already filled with oil. 1. Check engine oil with snow thrower on level ground. 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and rea[...]

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    14 OPERA TION NOTE : Over priming may cause flooding, preventing the engine from starting. If you do flood the engine, wait a few minutes be fore at tempt ing to start and DO NOT push the primer . 5. Pull recoil starter handle quickly . Do not allow starter rope to snap back. 6. When the engine starts, release the recoil starter han dle and slowly [...]

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    15 MAINTENANCE LUBRICA TION CHART 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. T o 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 periodically to proper[...]

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    16 MAINTENANCE BEL TS Check belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary . The belts are not ad just able. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear . (See “TO REMOVE BEL T COVER” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). The belts on your snow thrower are of special con struc tio[...]

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    17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: T o avoid serious injury , before performing any service or ad just ments: 1. Be sure throttle is in STOP position. 2. Remove safety ignition key . 3. Make sure the augers and all mov ing parts have completely stopped. 4. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it can not come in contact w[...]

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    18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 7. RELIEVE TENSION ON TRACTION DRIVE BEL T IDLER and remove traction drive belt from around pulleys. HINT : Insert a 3/8" drive ratchet (in the “ON” position) into the square hole in idler arm and rotate ratchet clockwise to relieve tension. 8. With tension relieved on idler , install new traction drive belt arou[...]

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    19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE See engine manual. CARBURETOR Y our carburetor is not adjustable. Engine performance should not be affected at altitudes up to 7,000 feet (2,134 meters). If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your snow thrower to a qualified service center . ENGINE SPEED Never tamper wi[...]

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    20 STORAGE Immediately prepare your snow thrower 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 , clothes dryer or gas ap pli ance. A[...]

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    21 TROUBLESHOOTING Does not start 1. Fuel shut-off valve (if so 1. T urn 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. Move throttle to FAST position (or ON/OFF swit[...]

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    22 Consumer Wheeled Produc ts – Limited Warranty Husqvarna warrants to the original retail purc haser that this Husqvarna® product is free from defects in material or workmanshi p under normal use and maintenance from the date of retail purc hase for the applicable Warrant y Period shown on Exhibit A . Certain components (e.g. , engines and tran[...]

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    23 c. Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operator’s ma nual. In addition, you must cease using the product immediately upon any failure or damage. The product should be taken to a n authori zed Husqvarna servicing dealer prior to any further use. 4. Damages resulting from normal aging, wear and tear or neglect are NOT covered. The Li mit[...]

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    24 Consumer Wheeled Warranty Chart 2010 Exhibit A Consumer (personal, household use only) Commercial (any commercial, professional, institutional, arigculutral, or income producing use, other than Rental Use) Rental (any rental usage) Riding Lawn Tractors: Frame, Chassis, Front Axle 5 Years NO W ARRANTY NO W ARRANTY Engine* * * * Transmission (if m[...]

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    25 Consumer Wheeled Warranty Chart 2010 Exhibit A Consumer (personal, household use only) Commercial (any commercial, professional, institutional, arigculutral, or income producing use, other than Rental Use) Rental (any rental usage) Product/Component Front Mounted Deck Riders Engine* * * * Transmis sion 2 Years NO W ARRANTY NO W ARRANTY Battery 1[...]

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    26 SERVICE NOTES[...]

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    27 SERVICE NOTES[...]

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    532 43 56-55 06.21.10 TH Printed in the U.S.A.[...]