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28 in. Gas Snowblower

SPECIFICATIONS2
252 cc2
Engine Displacement2
9 HP2
HP Rating2
11.5 ft-lb2
Torque Rating2
Pump octane rating 87 or higher2
Fuel Type2
0.85 gal.2
Fuel Tank Capacity2
Recoil start and electric start2
Start Type2
22
Number of Stages2
13 in.2
Auger Diameter2
Serrated2
Auger Drive Type2
28 in.2
Clearing Path2
40 ft2
Max. Throwing Distance2
Friction and gear, belt transmission2
Drive Type2
6 forward, 2 reverse2
Number of Speeds2
14 in.2
Wheel Size2
Snow tire2
Wheel Type2
Steel2
Chute Construction2
Yes2
Chute Rotation2
180°2
Chute Turning Radius2
Rocker control2
Deflection Control2
Steel2
Skid Shoe Type2
Yes2
Head Light2
INTRODUCTION3
SAFETY3
- HAZARD DEFINITIONS3
- WORK AREA3
- PERSONAL SAFETY4
  - PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT4
  - PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS4
- SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS5
UNPACKING5
- IDENTIFICATION KEY6
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION7
- HANDLE ASSEMBLY7
- Chute assembly8
- Skid shoes installation and adjustments8
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Fig. 38
Fig. 28
Fig. 48
OPERATION9
- Preparation before each use9
- AUGER AND DRIVE CONTROLS9
- DRIVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER10
- CHUTE DISCHARGE DIRECTION10
- CHUTE DISCHARGE angle10
- OPERATING YOUR SNOWBLOWER11
Fig. 59
Fig. 610
Fig. 710
CARE & MAINTENANCE12
- SHAVE PLATE REPLACEMENT12
- AUGER SHEAR PINS REPLACEMENT12
- DRIVE SPEED CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENT13
- Augur belt removal14
- AUGER BELT INSTALLATION15
- AUGER BELT AND RELATED COMPONENT INSPECTION15
- CLEANING16
- LUBRICATION16
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Fig. 913
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Fig. 1114
Fig. 1214
Fig. 1314
Fig. 1414
Fig. 1514
Fig. 1614
Fig. 1714
Fig. 1815
STORAGE17
DISPOSAL17
TROUBLESHOOTING17
- Drive system18
- Augur System19
Suggested Solution(s)17
- Engine Fails to Start (Engine cranks over).17
- 1. Engine ignition switch in OFF position.17
- 2. Spark plug wire disconnected.17
- 3. Faulty spark plug.17
- 4. Engine flooded with fuel.17
- 5. Safety key not inserted in engine ignition.17
- 1. Position engine ignition switch to ON.17
- 2. Connect wire to spark plug.17
- 3. Clean, adjust gap, or replace spark plug, see Engine Operator's manual.17
- 4. Discontinue choke or primer use, clean or replace spark plug.17
- 5. Insert key fully into the switch.17
Possible Cause(s)17
Problem(s)17
Suggested Solution(s)17
- Engine Fails to Start (Engine cranks over) continued.17
- 6. Choke not in start position.17
- 7. Engine not primed with fuel.17
- 8. Fuel incorrect, old or stale, will not ignite.17
- 9. Blocked or clogged fuel system or line.18
- 10. Fuel shut-off valve in OFF position.18
- 6. Move choke to start position, after engine starts slowly move to run position as engine speed and operation stabilizes at the set rpm. If engine still does not start move to half choke and crank engine.17
- 7. Prime engine, see Engine Operator's manual.18
- 8. Empty and clean fuel tank & carburetor, refill with fresh, clean gasoline. (Fuel may become stale after 30 days in some cases).18
- 9. Clean fuel system or line.18
- 10. Turn fuel shut-off valve to ON position.18
- Engine electric starter will not crank engine18
- 1. Extension cord is not properly attached to electric starter terminal.18
- 2. No power from power supply, tripped breaker.18
- 3. Extension cord wire gauge is too small or cord is too long.18
- 1. Re-insert extension cord into electric starter terminal.18
- 2. Check power supply extension cord is attached to.18
- 3. Use proper rated and length extension cord, see Engine Operator's manual.18
- Engine runs erratic, stalls or seems low on power18
- 1. Choke in ON or partial ON position18
- 2. Fuel incorrect, old or stale18
- 3. Blocked or clogged fuel system or line18
- 4. Carburetor is in need of cleaning18
- 5. Spark plug wire loose18
- 6. Faulty spark plug18
- 7. Engine oil over filled18
- 8. Engine oil level low or empty18
- 1. Move choke lever to run18
- 2. Empty and clean fuel tank & carburetor, refill with fresh, clean gasoline. (Note: Fuel may become stale after 30 days in some cases)18
- 3. Clean fuel system or line18
- 4. Clean fuel system and carburetor18
- 5. Connect and tighten spark plug wire18
- 6. Clean, adjust gap, or replace spark plug, see Engine Operator's manual18
- 7. Drain oil to proper level. Oil should not be above the top 2 threads of lower fill plug.18
- 8. Add oil18
Possible Cause(s)17
Problem(s)17
Suggested Solution(s)18
- No forward or reverse drive movement when drive handle engaged.18
- 1. Drive belt loose or damaged.18
- 2. Friction drive wheel is worn or damaged.18
- 3. Friction drive wheel wet or slipping.19
- 4. Wheel to axle pins broken or missing.19
- 1. Check drive belt tension pulley for damage or incorrect tension, repair as necessary. Replace drive belt.18
- 2. Replace friction drive wheel.19
- 3. Allow snow blower to dry and or warm up or adjust drive cable tension as necessary.19
- 4. Replace pins attaching wheels to axle.19
- Drive speed control stuck in gear or won’t change gears.19
- Speed control lever loose or damaged, not moving speed control cables.19
- Check speed control lever and cables for damage or loose or missing parts. Repair or replace parts as needed, ensure pivot stud spring tension is correct, adjust pivot nut spring tension as needed.19
- Drive speed control allows only 1 direction.19
- Speed control cables misadjusted, loose, damaged or binding.19
- Check speed control lever and cables for damage or loose or missing parts. Repair or replace parts as needed. Adjust drive speed control cables, see Drive Speed Control Cables Adjustment.19
- Drive engaged when drive control handle released.19
- 1. Drive control cable binding, won’t release.19
- 2. Friction drive wheel return spring broke or missing.19
- 1. Repair, replace cable as necessary.19
- 2. Replace spring, adjust cable as necessary.19
Possible Cause(s)18
Problem(s)18
Suggested Solution(s)19
- Auger not rotating when auger control handle engaged or Not blowing snow or Poor snow blowing performance.19
- 1. Chute assembly clogged.19
- 2. Auger shear pins broken.19
- 3. Foreign object in auger or impeller causing auger to stop without shearing pins.19
- 4. Auger belt loose, slipping, worn or damaged.19
- 5. Auger belt tension cable loose, damaged or binding.19
- 6. Auger blade(s) damaged or bent.20
- 7. Auger gearbox mechanical damage, auger drive system not rotating freely (binding).20
- 8. Impeller damaged.20
- 9. Impeller not connected to impeller shaft, impeller or shear pins broken.20
- 10. Forward speed too fast while blowing snow, overload.20
- 1. Clean chute and inside of auger housing with clean-out tool.19
- 2. Replace shear pins. Check each auger blade shear pin.19
- 3. Remove object from auger or impeller areas.19
- 4. Replace auger belt.19
- 5. Repair, adjust or replace as necessary.19
- 6. Replace auger blade(s).20
- 7. Check bearings, bushings and all system parts for damage or mechanical binding. Repair or replace as necessary using proper lubrication.20
- 8. Replace impeller.20
- 9. Replace shear pins or impeller as necessary.20
- 10. Allow engine to maintain its speed.20
- Auger belt broken, or repeated failure.20
- 1. Auger tension pulley arm return spring broken or missing.20
- 2. Auger tension pulley arm stuck or binding.20
- 3. Auger tension pulley arm or pulley misaligned or damaged.20
- 4. Foreign material on pulleys and belt, oil, grease, dirt etc.20
- 5. Auger pulleys misaligned, loose, damaged or bent.20
- 6. Incorrect or damaged auger belt.20
- 7. Auger belt guide pin not adjusted.20
- 1. Replace tension arm return spring.20
- 2. Repair or replace tension arm as necessary.20
- 3. Repair, replace or align tension arm and or pulley as necessary.20
- 4. Clean belt and pulleys as necessary, replace belt if necessary.20
- 5. Replace or align pulleys as necessary.20
- 6. Replace with correct size and type belt.20
- 7. Adjust belt guide pin to within 1/8 to 3/16 in. from pulley. (Guide pin keeps belt in pulley when disengaged).20
- Auger rotating when auger control handle released.20
- Auger tension pulley arm return spring broken or missing.20
Possible Cause(s)19
Problem(s)19

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Brand	Power Fist
Model	8871626
Category	Snow Blower
Language	English

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