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Bolens 824A User Manual

Bolens 824A
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$4.50
BMbm/s,
/lodels
824A
24",
8
HP
^
1026
26",
10
HP
Owner/Operator
Manual
Snowthrowers
Safety
Assembly
Controls
Operation
Maintenance
1993
Garden
Way
Inc.
FORM
1760404
(7/93)
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Bolens 824A Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBolens
Model824A
CategorySnow Blower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Service Information

Unit Service and Repair

Instructions for servicing your unit by contacting a dealer.

Warranty Service

Information on where to find the unit's warranty.

Left and Right Sides

Defines left and right sides from the operator's perspective.

Engine Service

Guidance for engine service, directing to authorized engine dealers.

Identification Numbers

Serial Number Location

Indicates where to find the serial number on the unit.

Section 1 Safety

Safe Operating Practices

Key safety precautions for operating the snowthrower.

Training

Essential training steps for safe operation of the snowthrower.

Preparation

Steps to take before starting the snowthrower.

Operation

Basic operational checks and precautions before starting.

Safety (continued)

Maintenance and Storage

Guidelines for unit maintenance and storage procedures.

Decals

Importance of keeping safety decals clean and legible.

Section 2 Attachments & Kits

Section 3 Assembly

Handlebars

Instructions for securing the handlebars to the chassis.

Install Throttle Lever

Steps for installing the throttle lever assembly.

Discharge Chute Assembly

Procedures for assembling the discharge chute.

Auger Drive Control Rod

Steps for connecting the auger drive control rod.

Wheel Drive Control Rod

Steps for connecting the wheel drive control rod.

PRE-OPERATIONAL CHECK

IMPORTANT PRODUCT NOTICE

Assembly (continued)

Wiring Harness Installation

Steps for connecting the wiring harness to the engine.

Brake Arm Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the brake arm for proper clearance.

Engine Oil

Critical instructions for adding engine oil before operation.

Tire Pressure

Guidance on checking and setting tire pressure.

Auger Gear Case Oil

Instruction to check the oil level in the auger gear case.

Assembly (continued)

Gear Shift Rods

Detailed instructions for assembling the gear shift rods.

Section 4 Controls

Wheel Drive Control Lever

Description and operation of the wheel drive control lever.

Auger Drive Control Lever

Description and operation of the auger drive control lever.

Gear Shift Lever

How to use the gear shift lever for different speeds.

Discharge Chute Crank & Cap

Operation of the discharge chute control crank and cap.

Controls (continued)

Engine Ignition Keyswitch

Operation of the ignition keyswitch to start and stop the engine.

Throttle

How to adjust engine speed using the throttle lever.

Skid Shoes

How to adjust skid shoes for different terrain types.

Scraper Blade

Inspection and adjustment of the scraper blade.

Engine Choke Knob

How to use the choke knob for cold engine starting.

Pre-Start Primer Button

Using the primer button to aid cold engine starting.

Engine Recoil Starter

Instructions for starting the engine using the recoil starter.

Fuel Shutoff Valve

Operation of the fuel shutoff valve.

Section 5 Operation

Pre-Start Checklist

A list of essential checks before starting the snowthrower.

Filling Fuel Tank

Safe procedures for filling the fuel tank.

Operation (continued)

Starting

Step-by-step guide to starting the snowthrower engine.

Testing Auger and Wheel Drive

How to test the auger and wheel drive systems.

Stopping

Procedures for safely stopping the snowthrower.

Changing Gears

Guidance on shifting gears during operation.

Operation (continued)

Snowthrowing Tips

Advice for efficient and effective snow throwing.

Snowthrowing Patterns

Section 6 Maintenance

Checking and adding oil

How to check and add engine oil.

Changing oil

Procedure for changing the engine oil.

Spark Plug

Maintenance and replacement of the spark plug.

Maintenance (continued)

Lubrication

Recommended lubrication points and schedule for the unit.

Wheel Drive Belt Adjustment

How to check and adjust the wheel drive belt tension.

Maintenance (continued)

Wheel Drive Belt Replacement

Steps for replacing the wheel drive belt.

Auger Drive Belt Adjustment

How to adjust the auger drive belt tension.

Maintenance (continued)

Auger Drive Belt Replacement

Steps for replacing the auger drive belt.

Slip Differential Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the slip differential.

Drive Disc Clearance Adjustment

How to adjust the drive disc clearance.

Maintenance Chart

Storage

Troubleshooting

Engine Won't Start

Common causes and solutions for an engine that won't start.

Engine Difficult to Start

Troubleshooting steps for engines that are hard to start.

Engine Idles Rough

Diagnosing and fixing rough engine idling issues.

Engine Overheats

Causes and solutions for engine overheating.

Auger Drive Lever Not Actuating Auger

Problems and fixes when the auger drive lever doesn't work.

Troubleshooting (continued)

Auger Spins with Drive Lever Disengaged

Issues with the auger spinning when it shouldn't.

Wheel Drive Lever Does Not Turn Wheels

Troubleshooting why the wheel drive lever isn't moving the wheels.

Wheels Turn with Drive Lever Disengaged

Problems where wheels move without the drive lever engaged.

Snowthrower Does Not Throw Snow Well

Solutions for poor snow throwing performance.

Snowthrower Does Not Clear Snow

Diagnosing why the snowthrower isn't clearing snow effectively.

Snowthrower Makes Sloping Cut in Snow

How to fix a sloping cut when clearing snow.

Electric Start Motor Won't Crank Engine

Troubleshooting electric start motor issues.

Specifications

LIMITED WARRANTY

Products Covered

Details which Bolens equipment the warranty applies to.

Non Commercial Residential Warranty

Three-year warranty for non-commercial residential use.

Commercial Institutional Industrial Rental Demonstrator Warranty

One-year warranty for commercial and other specific uses.

General Information

General terms and owner responsibilities for warranty claims.

Disclaimer of Consequential Damages

Garden Way Inc. is not liable for incidental or consequential damages.

Limitation of Implied Warranties

Limits on implied warranties like merchantability and fitness for purpose.

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