Husqvarna 8524STE, Owner'S Manual

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity  4.0 Quarts
and Type:                Unleaded Regular only

Oil Type                  SAE 30 (above 40°F)
(API SG–SL):         SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (0° to +40°F)
                               SAE 0W-30 (below 0°F)

Oil Capacity:           26 Ounces

Spark Plug:             Champion 

RJ19LM

 (Gap:  .030") 

•      Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. 

Keep clear of the discharge opening and front auger 
area at all times.

•      Exercise extreme caution when op er at ing on or cross-

 ing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden 
hazards or traffi c.

•      After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), 

remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly in spect 
snow thrower for any damage, and repair the damage 
before restarting and operating the snow thrower.

•      If the unit should start to vibrate ab nor mal ly, stop the 

engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. 
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

•      Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the op er -

at ing position, before unclogging the auger/impeller 
housing or discharge chute and when making any 
repairs, ad just ments, or in spec tions.

•      When cleaning, repairing, or in spect ing, make certain 

all controls are disengaged and the auger/impeller and 
all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark 
plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug 
to prevent accidental starting.

•     Take all possible precautions when leaving the snow 

thrower unattended. Disengage the auger/impeller, stop 
engine (motor), and remove key.

•     Do not run the engine (mo tor) in doors, except when 

starting the engine (mo tor) and for transporting the 
snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside 
doors.

WARNING:  Exhaust fumes are dan-
 ger ous (con tain ing CAR BON MONOX-
IDE, an ODOR LESS and DEAD LY GAS).

•      Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise 

extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. 
Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.

•         Never operate the snow thrower without proper guards, 

plates or other safety protective devices in place.

•     Never operate the snow thrower near glass en 

clo -

sures, automobiles, window wells, drop–offs, and the 
like without proper adjustment of the snow discharge 
angle. Keep children and pets away.

CONGRATULATIONS

 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/department.  We have competent, well-trained tech-
 ni cians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual.  The instructions will 
enable you to assemble and maintain your snow thrower 
prop er ly.  Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

SERIAL NUMBER: ___________________________

DATE OF PURCHASE:  _______________________

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND 
ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE SNOW 
THROWER HOUSING.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND 
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE 
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.     

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•      Read and observe the safety rules.

•     Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for 

and using your snow thrower.

•      Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor-

 age” sec tions of this own er’s manual.

•     Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting 

to clear snow at too fast a rate.

•     Never operate the machine at high transport speeds 

on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when 
backing up.

•      Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone 

in front of the unit.

•     Disengage power to the auger/impeller when snow 

thrower is transported or not in use.

•     Use only attachments and ac ces so ries approved by 

the manufacturer of the snow thrower (such as wheel 
weights, counterweights, cabs, tire chains, electric start 
kits, etc.).

•      Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility 

or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a fi rm 
hold on the handles. Walk; never run.

•      Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at 

all times.

•      This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks, driveways 

and other ground level surfaces.

•         Do not use the snow thrower on surfaces above ground 

level such as roofs of residences, garages, porches or 
other such structures or buildings.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

•      Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals 

for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe 
working condition.

•         Never store the snow thrower with fuel in the tank inside 

a building where ignition sources are present such as 
hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the 
like. Allow the engine (motor) to cool before storing in 
any enclosure.

•     Always refer to operator’s guide instructions for im-

 por tant details if the snow thrower is to be stored for 
an extended period.

•     Maintain or replace safety and in struc tion labels, as 

necessary.

•     Run the snow thrower, with auger engaged, a few 

minutes after throwing snow to clear the machine and 
prevent freeze-up of the auger/impeller.