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Operator's Manual
Snow Thrower Models 7524--Storm 8526--Storm

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RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS

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This unit is equipped with an internal combustion

engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved

land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arreeter meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If a spark attester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark attester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

TROY-BILT

LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,

OHIO 44136-0019
FORM NO. 769-00394A (9/2002)

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

TABLEOFCONTENTS
Content Important Safe Operation Practices ........................................................................ Assembling Your Snow Thrower ............................................................................. Know Your Snow Thrower ....................................................................................... Operating Your Snow Thrower ................................................................................ Making Adjustments ................................................................................................ Maintaining Your Snow Thrower ............................................................................. Servicing Your Snow Thrower ................................................................................. Off-Season Storage ................................................................................................. Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................... Page 3 5 6 8 10 12 14 16 17 18

Parts List .................................................................................................................

FINDINGMODEL NUMBER
This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the O information from it in the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer. You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down at the rear frame below the engine. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below.

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ENGINE INFORMATION
The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regard to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual packed separately with your unit for more information.

CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Please do NOT return theunit to the retailer from whichit waspurchased, withoutfirst contactingCustomerSupport. Should you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department. Call 1- (330) 558-7220 or 1- (866) 840-6483 to reach a Customer Support representative. Please have your unit's model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call.

SECTION IMPORTANT 1: SAFEOPERATIONRACTICES P

This symbol points out important safety instructions, which if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symboliheed its warning. WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California other reproductive harm. and certain vehicle components to cause cancer, birth defects or

DANGER:

This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. 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.

TRAINING
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. Plan your snow4hrowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, bystanders and the like. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse.

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PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all doormats, newspapers, sleds, boards, wires and other foreign objects, which could be tripped over or thrown by the auger/impeller. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes. Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer garments. Do not wear jewelry, long scarves or other loose clothing, which could become entangled in moving parts. Wear footwear which will improve footing on slippery surfaces. Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and receptacle for all units with electric start engines. Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces.

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Disengage all clutch levers before starting the engine. Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running, except where specifically recommended in the operator's manual. Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before starting to clear snow. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes, which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately. a. Use only an approved gasolinecontainer. b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. c. Never fuel machine indoors. d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than _/2 inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion. g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine. i. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light (e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes dryer etc.). j. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.

OPERATION
1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/ impeller housing or discharge chute. Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and feet. The auger/impeller clutch lever is a safety device. Never bypass its operation. Doing so makes the machine unsafe and may cause personal injury. The clutch levers must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released.

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SECTION ASSEMBLING 2: YOUR SNOW THROWER

NOTE:
All references to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position. The "operator's position" is defined as standing directly behind the snow thrower, facing the handle panel

Loose Parts
The augers are secured to the auger shaft with two shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the bolts may shear. Two replacement shear bolts and nuts are provided for your convenience. Store in a safe place until needed. See Figure 1.
_]__Shear Bolts _Hex _/Nuts Lock

Wing Nut

Figure 2 Figure 1 IMPORTANT: NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with standard hex bolts. Any damage to the auger gearbox or other components from standard hex bolts will not be covered by your snow thrower's warranty.

Assembling Handle
,_ wire and ground it against the spark plug the engine to WARNING: Disconnect prevent unintended starting.

/ Shift Rod Connector Carriage Bolt Washer Nut

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IMPORTANT: Make any adjustments, as instructed on Page 10, before operating your snow thrower. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to the snow thrower. Remove the lower plastic wing nut, cupped washer and carriage bolt from each side of the lower handle. See Figure 2. Pivot the upper handle assembly forward until it locks over the lower handle. See Figure 2. Secure the upper handle and lower handle with the two plastic wing nuts, bell washers and carriage bolts previously removed from the lower hole. Firmly tighten all four wing nuts to secure the upper handle to the lower handles.

Figure 3 Slide the shift rod connector down over the end of the lower shift rod. Tap the connector until it locks over the lower shift rod. See Figure 3. NOTE: If the connector is not properly assembled, the shift rod will pivot and you will not be able to change speeds or change directions.

Attaching ChuteDirectional 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. See Figure 4.

Discharge Chute

Cable Guide

Upper Chute Crank

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III -Alternator

I Lead

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Routing ChuteTilt Cables

If not already routed, slip the cables that run from beneath the handle panel to the discharge chute through the cable guide located on top of the engine housing. See Figure 5.

Right Handle

Lamp Wire

Connecting lternator A Lead

(Model 8526 Only) Unwrap the headlight wire which is attached to the headlights, beneath the handle panel. Wind the wire around the lower right handle until excess slack is removed. See Figure 6.

Figure 6 Plug the wire from the headlight into the alternator lead located on the right side of the engine, beneath the fuel tank. See Figure 6.

SECTION KNOW 3: YOUR SNOW THROWER

Skid Shoes _lb all instructions and warnings on the machine WARNING: Read, understand, and follow and in this manual before operating. The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted by positioning the skid shoes. Refer to Skid Shoe Adjustment page 12. on Throttle Control The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine. See Figure 7. Safety IgnitionKey The ignition key must be inserted in the switch in order for the engine to start. Remove the ignition key when the snow thrower is not in use. NOTE: Do NOT "turn" the ignition key in an attempt to start the engine.

ChuteTilt Control The distance snow is thrown can be changed by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Move the chute tilt control forward to decrease the distance, toward the rear to increase. See Figure 7. DischargeChute The angle of the discharge chute controls the distance that the snow is thrown. Tilt the discharge chute up for greater distance; tilt down for less distance.

Traction Control / Auger Control Lock Headlight

_hute Directional Control Fuel Tank Discharge Electric Starter 3utton Primer.x Switch Box Choke._.

Chute Clean-out Tool

Safety Ignition Km Starter Handle Auger Throttle Control

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. IMPORTAhrI":Always release traction the control before changing speeds. Forward Your snow thrower has six forward (F) speeds. Position number one (1) is the slowest and position number six (6) is the fastest. Reverse Your snow thrower has two reverse (R) speeds. R1 is the slower, while R2 is the faster of the two. Traction Control / Auger ControlLock The traction control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the traction control to engage the wheel drive. Release to stop. See Figure 7. This same lever also locks the auger control lock, so you can operate the chute crank without interruptingthe snow throwing process. If the auger control is engaged simultaneously with the traction control, the operator can release the auger control (on the left handle) and the augers will remain engaged. Release the traction control to stop both the augers and wheel drive (the auger control must also be released). IMPORTANT: ALWAYS release the traction control before moving the shift lever. Failure to do so will result in premature wear to the drive system's friction wheel. AugerControl The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the auger control to engage the augers. Release to stop the snow throwing action. The traction control must also be released in order to stop the auger. IMPORTANT: Refer to Auger Control eston page 9 prior to T operating your snow thrower. Read and follow all instructions carefully and perform all adjustments to verify your snow thrower is operating safely and properly. ChuteDirectional Control The chute directional control is located on left hand side of the snow thrower.To change the direction which snow is thrown, rotate chute directional control as follows: Clockwise to discharge to the left. Counterclockwise to discharge to the right.

Chute Clean-0ut T001 WARNING: Never use your hand to clear a clogged discharge chute. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging. This item is fastened with a cable tie to the rear of the Auger Housing at the factory. Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. The chute clean-out toot (see Figure 7) is designed to clear a clogged discharge chute. Refer to page 10 for detailed instructions on how to properly use the chute clean-out tool.

Headlights(Model 8526 Only) When properly connected, headlight illuminate whenever the engine is running.

SECTION OPERATINGOUR 4: Y SNOW THROWER

Before Starting
i_ all instructions Read, understand,the machine and warnings on WARNING: and follow and in this manual before operating. ElectricStarter Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are not certain.

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GasAndOilFill-up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.

equipped with a grounded three-wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. It must be used with a properly grounded three-prong receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock. Follow all instructions carefully prior to operating the electric starter. If your house wiring system is not a three-wire grounded system, do not use this electric starter under any conditions. If your home electrical system is grounded, but a three-hole receptacle is not available, one should be installed by a licensed electrician before using the electric starter. If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows: Rotate choke knob to OFF position and do NOT prime engine. Connect power cord to switch box on engine. Plug the other end of power cord into a three-hole, grounded 120 volt AC receptacle. Push the electric starter button (Refer to Figure 7) to crank engine. As you crank the engine, move choke knob to FULL choke position. When engine starts, release starter button, and move choke gradually to OFF. If engine falters, move choke immediately to FULL and then gradually to OFF. When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug from the three-prong receptacle first and then from the snow thrower.

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handling gasoline. Gasoline iscare when extremely WARNING: Use extreme flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes an other sources of ignition. A plastic cap is provided inside the fuel fill opening on the fuel tank. Remove and discard this cap before filling up the tank. Use the separate fuel tank cap to close after fill-up.

ToStartEngine
NOTE: If unit shows any sign of motion (drive or augers) with the clutch grips disengaged, shut engine off immediately. Readjust as instructed on page 9-AugerControl est) and page /O--Traction Control nd Shift T a Lever.
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal loop on end of the spark plug wire (inside the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug. Make certain the auger and drive clutch levers are in the disengaged (released) position. Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert ignition key into slot. See Figure 7. Be certain it snaps into place. Do not turn key.

RecoilStarter Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold engine start). If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position instead of FULL. Push primer button two or three times. If engine is warm, push primer button once only.

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Engine will not start unless ignition key is inserted into ignition slot in carburetor cover.

NOTE: Always cover vent hole in primer button when

pushing. Additional priming may be necessary for first start if temperature is below 15F. 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 to snap back. Allow it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle. Repeat the previous steps until engine starts.
"2 Jam Nut

ToStopEngine
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine. To help prevent possible freeze-up of starter, proceed as follows. Connect power cord to switch box on engine, then to 120 volt AC receptacle. With the engine running, push starter button and spin the starter for several seconds. The unusual sound made by spinning the starter will not harm engine or starter. Disconnect the power cord from receptacle first, and then from switch box.

Electric Starter:

Figure 8 In a well-ventilated area, start the snow thrower engine as instructed earlier in this section under the heading Starting Engine.Make sure the throttle is set in the FAST position. While standing in the operator's position (behind the snow thrower) engage the auger. Allow the auger to remain engaged for approximately ten (10) seconds before releasing the auger control. Repeat this several times. With the engine running in the FAST position and the auger control lever in the disengaged "up" position, walk to the front of the machine. Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating and shows NO signs of motion.

Recoil Starter With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four times.

Pulling the starter rope will produce a loud clattering sound, which is not harmful to the engine or starter. Move throttle control to "stop" or "off" position. Remove ignition key. Do not turn key. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended. Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in the area of the control levers. Also, move control levers back and forth several times.

IMPORTANT: If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating, immediately return to the operator's position and shut off the engine. Wait for all moving parts to stop before readjusting the auger control cable. To readjust the control cable, loosen the hex jam nut on the auger control cable "Z" fitting. Rotate the coupling end of the cable counterclockwise to provide more slack. Retighten the hex jam nut. See Figure 8. Repeat Auger Control Test to verify proper adjustment has been achieved.

ToEngage Augers
To engage augers and start throwing snow, squeeze the auger control against the left handle. Release to stop the augers.

Auger ControlTest IMPORTANT: Perform the following test before operating the snow thrower for the first time and at the start of each winter season. Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows: When the auger control is released and in the disengaged "up" position, the cable should have very little slack, but should NOT be tight.

ToEngage WheelDrive
With the engine running near top speed, move the shift lever into one of the six FORWARD positions or two REVERSE positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions.

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Use slower speeds in heavy conditions and until you are familiar and comfortable with the operation of the snow thrower.

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Over-tightening Do not prevent the augercable. may over-tighten the from WARNING: disengaging and compromise the safety of the snow thrower.

Squeeze the traction control against the right handle and the snow thrower will move. Release it and the drive motion wilt stop.

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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.

Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing, re-start the engine. While standing in the operator's position (behind the snow thrower), engage the auger clutch lever for a few seconds to clear any remaining snow or ice from the discharge chute before continuing to clear snow.

ChuteClean-out ool T
The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip (Refer to Figure 7). If the discharge chute becomes clogged during operation, proceed as follows to safely clean the chute and chute opening: 1. 2. 3. 4. Release both the Auger Control Lever and the Traction/Auger Control Lock Lever. Stop the engine by removing the ignition key. Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to the rear of the auger housing. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to remove any snow and ice in the discharge chute.

Operating Tips
,_ and the WARNING:surrounding areas may exceed The temperature of the muffler 150F. Avoid these areas. Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. The engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature. For the most efficient snow removal, remove snow immediately after it falls. Discharge the snow downwind whenever possible. Slightly overlap each previous path. Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the shave plate for normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted upward (to lower the shave plate) for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward (to raise the shave plate) when using on gravel or crushed rock.

WARNING:

Never use your hand to clear a clogged discharge chute. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging.

SECTION MAKING 5: ADJUSTMENTS

chute or make NEVER attempt to clean WARNING: any adjustments while engine is running. Traction Controland Shift Lever To check the adjustment of the traction control and shift lever, proceed as follows: With the engine off, move the shift lever all the way forward to sixth (6) position. With the traction control released, push the snow thrower forward. The unit should move forward freely. Then engage the traction control grip. Wheels should stop turning. Now release the traction control grip, and push the unit again. Move the shift lever back to the fast reverse position, then all the way forward again. There should be no resistance in the shift lever, and wheels should keep turning. If you feel resistance when moving the shift lever or the wheels stop when they should not, loosen the jam nut on the traction control cable and unthread the cable one turn. If the wheels do not stop when you engage the traction control grip, loosen the jam nut on the traction control cable and thread the cable in one turn. Recheck the adjustment and repeat as necessary. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached.

WARNING:

Drain the gasoline out of snow thrower engine, place a piece of plastic film under the gas cap to avoid spillage before beginning the job. To test further for correct adjustment, if necessary, proceed as follows: Tip the snow thrower forward, allowing it to rest on the auger housing. Remove the frame cover underneath the snow thrower by removing six self-tapping screws. With the traction control released, there must be clearance between the friction wheel and the drive plate in all positions of the shift lever.

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With traction control engaged, the friction wheel must contact the drive plate. See Figure 9.

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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 reached. Reassemble the frame cover. NOTE: If you placed plastic film under the gas cap, be certain to remove it before operating the snow thrower. Shift Rod If your snow thrower is not achieving its full range of speeds, the shift rod is in need of adjustment. To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows: Remove the hairpin clip and flat washer from the shift handle under the handle panel. Place shift lever in sixth (6) position (fastest forward speed). Push shift arm assembly down as far as it will go. Rotate the ferrule up or down on the shift rod as necessary until the ferrule lines up with the upper hole in the shift lever. See Figure 10

Shift Arm

Ferrule Clutch Rod Connector Rod Figure 10

Insert ferrule from the left side of the snow thrower into the upper hole. Reinstall the hairpin clip and the washer.

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Make certain to check for correct adjustment of the shift rod as instructed on page 10--Traction Control andShiftLeverbefore operating the snow thrower. AugerControl Refer to Auger Control est on page 9 to adjust the auger T control. Make certain to check for correct adjustment as instructed before operating the snow thrower. ChuteAssembly The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Refer to Chute Control n page 6. Tilt o The remote chute control cables have been preadjusted at the factory. Move the remote chute lever on the control panel back and forward to adjust angle of the chute assembly. Tire Pressure(Pneumatic Tires) The tires are overinflated for shipping purposes. Check the tire pressure before operating the snow thrower. Refer to the tire side wall for tire manufacturer's recommended psi and deflate (or inflate) the tires as necessary.

NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the unit may pull to one side or the other. WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under any circumstance is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times. Excessive pressure (over 30 psi) when seating beads may cause tire/rim assembly to burst with force sufficient to cause serious injury

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Skid ShoeAdjustment 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 be cleared is uneven. When operating on gravel, always put skid shoes in the high position. See Figure 11. Adjust skid shoes as follows: Loosen, but do not remove, the three hex nuts which fasten the skid shoe to the auger housing. Raise or lower the skid shoe to desired position. Retighten the hex nuts loosened earlier. Repeat on the other side of the snow thrower.

Hex Nuts Skid Shoes

Figure 11 NOTE: Make certain the bottom surface of skid shoe is flat against the ground to avoid uneven wear

SECTION MAINTAINING 6: YOUR SNOW THROWER

WARNING:
Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

GeneralRecommendations
Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. Some adjustments will have to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly. All adjustments in the service and adjustments sections of this manual should be checked at least once each season. Follow the maintenance schedule given below. Periodically check all fasteners and hardware to make sure these are tight.

Shear Bolt

Shear Bolt

Figure 12 Grease fittings can be found at either end of the auger shaft. Lubricate with a grease gun once a season. See Figure 12.

Lubrication
Auger Shaft At least once a season, remove the shear bolts from the auger shaft and spray lubricant inside the shaft. See Figure 12.

GearCase The auger gear case is equipped with a grease fitting. Lubricate with Shell AIvania lead-free grease once a season (order part number 737-0168). See Figure 12. IMPORTANT: To relieve pressure, always remove the vent plug before lubricating the gear case. Failure to do so could result in damage to the gear case seals.

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DischargeChute 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. Chute Crank Spirals

nel

Contro/IRods

"_

Lube Cams Here

Figure 14 Engine Lube Under Chute Base Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for all engine lubrication instructions.

:Yll Y
Figure 13 Drive and ShiftingMechanism At least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation, remove rear cover. Lubricate any chains, sprockets, gears, bearings, shafts, and the shifting mechanism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a spray lubricant. Avoid getting oil on rubber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate. Refer to Figure 9. Gear Shaft Lubricate the gear shaft with 6-in-1 grease (part number 737-0170) at least once a season, or after every 25 hours of operation. Refer to Figure 9. IMPORTANT: Be careful not to allow grease to get on the drive plate or rubber friction wheel. Traction Control/ Auger ControlLock The cams on the ends of the control rods which interlock the traction drive and auger drive clutches must be lubricated at least once a season or every 25 hours of operation using a multi-purpose automotive grease. The cams can be accessed beneath the handle panel. See Figure 14.

CheckFrictionWheelRubber
Follow the instructions below to check the condition of the friction wheel rubber every 25 hours of operation. Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower. Visually inspect the friction wheel rubber for excessive wear, cracks, or loose fit on the friction wheel drive hub. Also engage the traction control and check if the friction wheel is making contact with the friction plate. If it does not make contact, adjust the traction drive cable following instructions and recheck the friction wheel. Replace friction wheel rubber if necessary. Refer to instructions in Service Section.

CheckV-Belts
Follow the instructionsbelow to check the condition of the drive belts every 50 hours of operation. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the three self-tapping screws. Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or excessively worn out belts. Replace belts as necessary as outlined in SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER.

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SECTION SERVICING 7: YOUR SNOW THROWER

Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

WARNING:

Reassemble new skid shoes with the hardware removed earlier (cupped side of bell washer against the skid shoes). Make certain the skid shoes are adjusted to be level. Refer to Figure 11. To remove the shave plate, remove the carriage bolts, bell washers and hex nuts which secure the shave plate to the snow thrower housing. See Figure 15. Reassemble the new shave plate, making sure heads of carriage bolts are to the inside of the housing.

Augers
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the bolts may shear. See Figure 15. If the augers do not turn, check if the bolts have sheared. Two replacement shear bolts and hex lock nuts have been provided with the snow thrower. Refer to LoosePartson page 5. IMPORTANT: NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with standard hex bolts. Any damage to the auger gearbox or other components, as a result of doing so, will NOT be covered by your snow thrower's warranty.

BeltReplacement
,_
from the spark Disconnect the spark plug wire WARNING: plug and ground.

Auger Belts NOTE: It is necessary to remove both auger belts in order to change either one. If changing just one belt, be certain to check the condition of the other belt. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self-tapping screws. See Figure 16. Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the housing. Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower. See Figure 16 for the location of the hardware. Belt / Cover

ShavePlateandSkidShoes
The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear. They should be checked periodically and replaced when necessary. NOTE: The skid shoes on this machine have two wear edges. When one side wears out, they can be rotated 180 to use the other edge. Shear Bolts

b,.

Screws

Bolt Shave Plate Nut

Figure 15 Remove the six carriage bolts (three per side), belt washers and hex nuts which attach skid shoes to the snow thrower on either side. See Figure 11.

Figure 16

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Roll the front and rear auger belts off the engine pulley. See Figure 17.
Rear Auger Drive Belt _ Idler

Engine Pulley

Pull idler pulley up, and lift belt off engine pulley and friction wheel disc. See Figure 17. Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket rests on the auger pulley. See Figure 19. Slip belt between friction wheel and friction wheel disc. Remove and replace belt. Reassemble following the instructions in reverse order.

NOTE: The support bracket must rest on the stop bolt after the new belt has been assembled. See Figure 19.
Friction Friction Wheel

Drive Belt Engine Pulley Pulley _--

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 loosen the six hex nuts that fasten the frame to the auger housing. Lift the rear auger belt from the auger pulley, and slip belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley. See Figure 18. Repeat this step for front auger belt. Replace both auger drive belts by following instructions in reverse order.
Friction Wheel

Support Bracket

Figure 19

Changing FrictionWheelRubber
The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and should be checked after 25 hours of operation, and periodically thereafter. Replace the friction wheel rubber if any signs of wear or cracking are found. Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it rests on the housing. See Figure 20.

Suppo_ Hex Nut and Bell Washer Rear Auger Belt Note: The unit is \ shown resting on Lits auger housing
/

Front Auger / Pulley Auger Pulley

Idler Spring

Auger Bracket Housing Spring

Figure 20 Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower. Remove the klick pins which secure the wheels, and remove the wheels from the axle.

Figure 18 Drive Belt Follow steps 1 through 4 of previous instructions.

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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 the gear shaft to the right and slide the friction wheel assembly from the shaft. Remove the four screws from the friction wheel assembly. Remove the friction wheel rubber from between the plates. See Figure 21. Plates

Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the friction wheel assembly, tightening the four screws in rotation and with equal force. Position the friction wheel assembly up onto the pin of the shift rod assembly, and slide the shaft through the assembly. Reassemble the wheels and the frame cover.

Bearing
Screws Hub

/ Friction Wheel Rubber

Figure 21

SECTION OFF-SEASONTORAGE 8: S
WARNING: Never store engine with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.
If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare engine for storage as instructed in the engine manual. Remove all debris from the exterior of equipment. Follow lubrication recommendations on page 12. Always store the snow thrower in a clean, dry area. NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rust proof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, springs, bearings and cables.

Engine
Refer to separate engine manual for all engine maintenance procedures.

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SECTION TROUBLESHOOTING 9:
Problem Engine fails to start. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 1. 2. 3. 4. Loss of power. 1. 2. 3. Engine overheats. 1. Cause Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Choke net in ON position Faulty spark plug. Safety key not in ignition switch on engine. Spark plug wire disconnected. Primer button net being used properly. Unit running on CHOKE. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. Water or dirt in fuel system. Carburetor out of adjustment. Spark plug wire loose. Gas cap vent hole plugged. Exhaust port plugged. Carburetor not adjusted properly. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 3. 1. Remedy Fill tank with fresh gasoline. Clean the fuel line. Move switch to ON position Clean, adjust gap or replace. Insert the key fully into the switch. Connect spark plug wire. Refer to the engine manual. Move choke lever to OFF position. Clean fuel line and fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refill with fresh fuel. Refer to the engine manual. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be certain vent hole is clear. Refer to the engine manual. Refer to the engine manual or have the carburetor adjusted by an authorized engine service dealer. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts. If vibration continues, have unit serviced by an authorized service dealer. Adjust traction control cable. Refer to Adjustments. Replace drive belt. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Clean discharge chute and inside of auger housing. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove object from auger. Refer to Auger Control Test on Page 9. Refer to Adjustments. Replace shear bolt(s).

Engine runs erratic.

Excessive vibration.

1.

Loose parts or damaged auger.

1.

Unit fails to propel itself. Unit fails to discharge snow.

1. 2. 1.

Traction control cable in need of adjustment. Drive belt loose or damaged. Discharge chute clogged.

1. 2. 1.

2. 3. 4. 5.

Foreign object lodged in auger. Auger control cable in need of adjustment. Auger belt loose or damaged. Shear bolt(s) sheared.

2.

3.

4. 5.

NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact an authorized Troy-Bilt service dealer.

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SECTION MODELS 10: 7524 / 8526 PARTS LIST

2 40 3 27

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Models 7524 / 8526

Ref. No. 1. 2. 3.
4.

Part No.
731-2635 731-2643 684-O4002 684-O4001 736-0188 605-5193A 605-5189A 741-0493A 741-0245 784-0399 712-0429 712-3010 736-0242 05931A 684-0066 705-5226 710-0451 710-0459A 710-0604A 710-0703 710-0890A 712-0116 712-0324

Part Description
Mount, Chute Clean-out Tool Chute Clean-out Tool 26" Housing Assembly 24" Housing Assembly FI-Wash..76 LD x 1.49 O.D. 26" Spiral Assembly LH 24" Spiral Assembly LH Flange Bushing Hex Flange Bearing Bearing Housing Lock Nut 5/16-18 Thd. Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd. Bell Washer Housing Impeller Assembly Reinforcement Chute Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50 Hex Wash. TT Screw 5/16-18 Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x .75 Shear Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5 Lock Jam 3/8-24 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20

Ref. No. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42.

Part No. 712-0798 712-3068 715-0114 731-1379C 732-0611 736-0119 736-0167 736-0463 738-0281 741-03O9 756-0178 784-5632B 736-0320 784-5038B 710-0276 784-5647 605-5192A 605-5188A 784-5579A 784-5581A 746-0897 736-0169 741-0475

Part Description
Hex Nut 3/8-16 Hex Nut 5/16-18 Pin Chute Adapter Extension Spring Lock Washer 5/16 FI-Wash..565 Shld. Screw Ball Bearing Flat Idler Auger Idler Brkt. FL-Wash..38 I.D. x 1.38 O.D. Slide Shoe Carriage Screw 5/16-18 Chute Crank Brkt. 26" Spiral Assembly RH 24" Spiral Assembly RH 26" Shave Plate 24" Shave Plate Auger Clutch Cable L-Wash. 3/8 Plastic Bushing x 1.25 x .02 FL-Wash .25 x .63 x .05

5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21.

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Models 7524 / 8526

20

38
/ /

37

13

5 6

Drive Clutch Cable / / Auger Clutch Cable

\ 7

30

9 28

10 11" 12 /

35

20

Models 7524 / 8526

Ref. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

Part No. 710-1652 784-5688 784-5687A 756-0625 738-0924 784-5630B 741-0563 736-0105 712-0116 741-0598 736-0188 784-5689A 710-0538 736-0242 714-0474 736-0160 710-0809 784-5590 784-5638 710-1652 736-0351 717-1445 714-0126

Part Description Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .625 Drive Cable Guide Bracket Auger Clutch Cable Bracket Cable Roller Hex Screw 1/4-28 Frame Assembly Ball Bearing Bell Washer Lock Jam Nut Hex Flange Bearing Flat Washer1" Front Support Guide Bracket Lock Hex Screw Bell Washer .340 ID x .872 OD Cotter Pin Flat Washer .536 ID x .930 OD Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.25 Frame Shift Bracket Frame Cover Hex Washer TT Screw 1/4-20 Flat Washer .760 ID x .50 OD Gear Key

Ref. No. 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44

Part No. 717-1444 715-0249 714-0143 684-0042C 656-0012A 684-0013B 710-0599 748-0190 684-0021 732-0264 712-0711 746-0898B 738-0869 738-0830 790-00010 790-00011 735-0243B 718-0301A 618-0063A 711-1364 736-0142 714-0507 712-0703A

Part Description
7-Tooth Shaft Roll Pin Klik Pin Friction Wheel Assembly Friction Disc Wheel Wheel Shift Rod Assembly Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 Spacer Friction Wheel Bracket Assembly Extension Spring Jam Nut 3/8-24 Drive Cable Axle 13" Wheels Axle 16" Wheels Friction Plate Friction Plate w/Extrusion Friction Wheel Rubber Friction Wheel Hub Friction Wheel Bearing Clevis Pin, 1/4 x 1.3725 Flat Washer, .281 x .5 x .063 Cotter Pin, .75 Insert Nut, 5/16-18

1"Use more than one washer on either side, only if necessary to reduce axle-play.

3
16" Wheels 13" Wheels

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WHEEL CHART REF. NO. 1 REF. NO. 2 SPACER WHEEL COMP. 731-04044 634-04012 731-04043 634-04014

MODEL NUMBER 7524 8526

WHEEL SIZE 13 x 5 16 x 4.8

REF. NO. 3 WHEEL COMP. 634-04011 634-04013

* A wheel assembly includes one tire, one air valve, one painted rim and two sleeve bearings 21

Models7524 / 8526

13

13

22

Models 7524 / 8526

Ref. No. 1. 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. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45.

Part No.
731-04067 731-04059 710-1003 725-1672 747-1136 725-1658 629-0059 726-0100 720-0201A 747-0737 684-0053B 736-0185 714-0104 741-0475 705-5266 736-0270 712-0287 736-0275 736-0119 710-0643 710-0788 684-0008A 747-0621 736-0451 720-0284 710-0449 750-0963 711-0677 710-0458 736-0242 712-3068 720-0232 710-3015 714-0145 712-0116 732-0193 736-0105 710-0459A 749-0951 749-0953A 749-0952A 712-0271 710-1880 747-0620A 720-0274

Part Description
Handle Panel (8526) Handle Panel (7524) Special B Screw* Lens Assembly* Lamp Retainer* Halogen Lamp* Lamp Wire Harness* Push Cap Chute Crank Knob Upper Chute Crank Chute Crank Assembly, Lower FI-Wash..375 I.D. x .738 O.D. Hairpin Clip Plastic Bushing 2 pc. Chute Crank Brkt. Bell Washer Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thd. Fl-Wash..344 I.D. x .688 O.D. L-Wash. 5/16 Hex Hal. Cap Scr. 5/16-18 Thd. TT-Tap Screw 1/4-20 Thd. Shift Arm Assembly Lower Shift Rod Saddle Washer .320 I.D. x .93 O.D. Knob Carriage Screw 5/16-18, Gr. 5 Clutch Rod Connector Ferrule Carriage Bolt Bell Washer Hex L-Nut 5/16-18 Thd. Shift Knob Hex Hd. Cap Screw 1/4-20 Click Pin Jam L-Nut 3/8-24 Thd. Compression Spring Spring Wash..401 I.D. x .870 O.D. Hex Heal. Cap Screw 3/8-24 Thd. Lower Handle Upper Handle, LH Upper Handle, RH Hex Sems Nut Hex Patch Screw 5/16-18 Thd. Upper Shift Rod Foam Grip

* Model 8526 only

23

Models 7524 / 8526

31

33

14 24
22 22

28

13

23
Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. Part No. 05896A 710-1245B 710-0230 710-0627 710-0654A 710-0696 710,1652 710-3005 712-0181 731 - 1324 732-0710 736-0242 736,0247 736-0270 736-0331 736-0505 748-0234 Description Idler BrkL Hex Hd. Cap Screw 5/16-24 Thd. Hex Hd. Cap Screw 1/4-28 Thd. Hex Hd. Cap Screw 5/16-24 Th& TT-Tap Screw 3/8-16 Thd. Hex Hd. Screw 3/8-24 TT-Tap Screw 1/4,20 Thd. Hex Hd. Cap Screw 3/8-i6 Jam Nut Belt Cover , Thd. Ref.
NO,

Part No. 748-0360 754-0346 754-0430B 756-0313 756-0569 756-0967 756-0986 756-0987 OEM-390-987 684-04011 629-0071 732-0705 712-3004A 710-04082 684-04014

Description Pulley Adapter V-Belt 3/8 Belt Flat idler Pulley Half Pulley Auger Pulley Half Pulley Half Pulley Electric Start Kit Spark Plug Cap Extension Cord Part of Engine Cable Control Wire Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18 Thd. Screw, #10-16 x .75 Engine Shroud (Incl. Ref. 27)

18. 19. 20= 21. 22. 23= 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 24

Extension Spring Bell Washer Fl-Washer .406 I.D. x 1.25 O.D. BellWasher Bell Washer FI-Washer.34 I.D. x .50 O.D. Shoulder Spacer

Models 7524 / 8526

Ref. No. 1. 2. 3.

&3 \

Part No. 710-04071 710-0262 710-0805 710-0896 710-3015 712-0429 712-3027 731-1320 731-0851A 731-1313C 731-1300B 784-5680 736-0159 736-0506 746-0896 746-0901 784-5594 784-5604 684-0102 710-0459A 710-0599 711-0653 712-0116 784-5682 714-0104 732-0145 732-0193 732-0746 735-0199A 736-0105 784-5681 736-0509 747-0877 748-0362 748-0363 784-5619A 784-5679 714-0507 746-0778 710-0116 684-0037B 684-0036A

Description Carriage Screw Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.75" Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5" Hex AB Screw 1/4-14 x .625" Hex Screw 1/4-20 x .75" Hex Lock Nut Hex Flange Lock Nut Upper Chute Chute Flange Keeper Cable Guide: Chute Tilt Lower Chute Handle Suppt. Bracket 5/8 RH 5/16 Washer Special Washer Chute Control Cable Chute Cable w/Clip Cable Bracket Chute Tilt Handle Handle Panel Assembly w/Tilt Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.5" TT Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5" Clevis Pin Jam Nut Handle Suppt. Bracket 3/8 RH Cotter Pin Spring Spring Torsion Spring Rubber Bumper Bell Washer Handle Suppt. Bracket 3/8 LH Special Washer Cam Rod Cam: Handle Lock Pawl: Handle Lock Shift Handle Handle Suppt. Bracket 5/8 LH Cotter Pin Z Fitting Cable Hex Jam L-Nut 3/8-24 Thd. Handle Ass'y LH Handle Ass'y RH

4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.

15

15. 16. j3 10 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 1_ _11 7 35. 36. / 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43.

25

Model7524

17 15
10
\

12 \

13

9 7

/ 14 18 13

Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.

Part No. 618-0414A 618-0123 618-0418 710-0642 711-0908A 714-0161 715-0143 717-0526 717-0528 718-0186 721-0325 721-0327 736-0351 736-0369 736-0445 737-3000 741-0662 741-0663

Description Auger Gearbox Ass'y Comp. Housing Assembly, RH Housing Assembly, LH Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 24" Auger Axle Hi-Pro Key Spirol Pin Worm Shaft .75 O.D. Worm Gear 20T Thrust .75 I.D. x .415 O.D. Plug 1/4 x .437 Oil Seal .75 I.D. x 1.73 O.D. FI-Wash..760 FI-Wash..508 FI-Wash..76 I.D. x 1.50.D. I.D. x 1.00.D. I.D. x 1.50 O.D.

Lube Fitting 3/16 Drive Flange Bearing Flange Bearing

26

Model8526

17 15
10
\

12 \

13

9 7

/ 14 18 13

Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.

Part No. 618-0415A 618-0123 618-0418 710-0642 711-0909A 714-0161 715-0143 717-0526 717-0528 718-0186 721-0325 721-0327 736-0351 736-0369 736-0445 737-3000 741-0662 741-0663

Description Auger Gearbox Ass'y Comp. Housing Assembly, RH Housing Assembly, LH Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 26" Auger Axle Hi-Pro Key Spirol Pin Worm Shaft .75 O.D. Worm Gear 20T Thrust .75 I.D. x .415 O.D. Plug 1/4 x .437 Oil Seal .75 I.D. x 1.73 O.D. FI-Wash..760 FI-Wash..508 FI-Wash..76 I.D. x 1.50.D. I.D. x 1.00.D. I.D. x 1.50 O.D.

Lube Fitting 3/16 Drive Flange Bearing Flange Bearing

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MANUFACTURER'S

LIMITED WARRANTY

FOR:

O TRO_ B_ILT'_ _
The limited warranty set fodh 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 on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product, and has net been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use of any accessory or attachment not approved by Trey-Bilt LLC for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage. Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to separate terms as follows: All normal wear parts or component failures will be covered on the product for a period of 90 days regardless of cause. After 90 days, but within the two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered ONLY IF caused by defects in materials or workmanship of OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and components include, but are net limited to: batteries, belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, shave plates, auger spiral rubber, and tires. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WiTH PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages, or contact Troy-Bilt LLC at P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-866-840-6483 or 1330-558-7220, or log on to our Web site at www.troybilt.cem. This limited warranty does net provide coverage in the following cases: a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items carry a separate manufacturer's warranty. Refer to applicable manufacturer's warranty for terms and conditions. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate one year warranty. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure. d. e. f. Troy-Bilt LLC does net extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States, its possessions and territories, except those sold through Troy-Bilt LLC's authorized channels of export distribution. Parts that are net genuine Troy-Bilt parts are net covered by this warranty. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer is net covered by this warranty. Transportation charges and service calls are not covered.

g.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose, applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other express warranty, whether written or oral, except as mentioned above, given by any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall bind Troy-Bilt LLC. During the period of the warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above. The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. Troy-Bilt LLC shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property aed/or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product. This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift. HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

b. c.

Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019; Phone:1-866-840-6483,1-330-558-7220