Snapper 175246E User's Manual
Contents
1. sssseeeennen 8 Discharge Chute Worm Assy Adjustment 23 Starting Controls sssseseeeeee 10 Discharge Chute Control Rod Gear Adjustment 23 Ground Speed Controls ssuusss 11 Auger Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment 24 Auger Control sanean e iiie 11 Drive Belt Adjustment sssssssss 24 Deflector Controls ssesseeeeees 11 Drive Belt Replacement sssss 26 Scraper Height 11 Roller Chain Replacement ssse 28 Traction Lock Control ssssseeeeese 11 Shear Pin Replacement 28 General Operation Specifications iecit rere acted 29 Checks Before Each Start Up 12 Replacement Parts amp Accessories 30 Starting The Engine sse 13 Technical Manual availability 30 Operating The Snowthrower ssss 14 Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute 14 Ground Speed Selector ssusss 14 De flOCtr srann a AA S 15 Scraper Bar amp Skid Shoes s e 15 Free Wheeling and Traction Drive Lock 16 After Each Use acne nene EHE Eed 16 A WARNING MA WARN l NG Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known in certain quantities to cause cancer birth defects o2. age preparations before storing the unit for both short and long term periods 9 Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper start up procedures when returning the unit to Service 10 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary 11 Keep nuts and bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition 12 Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly and make necessary repairs if they are not functioning properly 13 Components are subject to wear damage and dete rioration Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when nec essary 14 Check control operation frequently Adjust and ser vice as required 15 Use only factory authorized replacement parts when making repairs 16 Always comply with factory specifications on all set tings and adjustments 17 Only authorized service locations should be utilized for major service and repair requirements 18 Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit unless you have been properly trained Improper ser vice procedures can result in hazardous operation equipment damage and voiding of manufacturer s warranty 19 Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent inter vals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition EMISSIONS 1 Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known in certain quantities to cause cancer birth defects or other
3. 9 Pull the belt out of the unit and install the new belt on the auger drive pulley 10 Position belt stop to provide 1 8 clearance between stop and belt and and tighten securely 11 Replace lower cover 12 Return unit to normal upright operating position 13 Release auger control 14 Install auger belt over engine pulley 15 Adjust auger belt stop as described under ADJUST ING BELT GUIDES 16 Install belt cover 17 Connect spark plug wire and fill fuel tank 18 Start unit and check auger for proper operation See Auger Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment for adjust ment procedures if additional adjustment is neces sary 27 Service ROLLER CHAIN REPLACEMENT NOTE This procedure does not apply to models that use an endless chain 1 Remove gas from fuel tank and run engine until it stops running from lack of fuel Disconnect spark plug wire and fasten it away from the spark plug Tilt the snowthrower forward and carefully rest unit on the auger end Rotate the wheel to locate the roller chain master link Remove the keeper link master link and chain Install new chain and master link as shown in Figure 29 Return snowthrower to upright operating position Connect spark plug wire and fill fuel tank 2 ouark SHEAR PIN REPLACEMENT A WARNING Do not go near the discharge chute or auger when the engine is running Do not run the engine with any cover or guard removed
4. Auger must NOT rotate unless the Auger Control 5 Reverse the procedure to install the new belt Be lever has been depressed and auger must stop sure there are no twists in the belt and that the belt is within 5 seconds after Auger Control lever has properly seated in the pulley grooves been released 6 Replace the belt cover 7 Start the unit and check the traction drive for proper A WARNING operation See Traction Clutch Cable Adjustment for adjustment procedures Do not go near the discharge chute or auger Auger Drive Belt Replacement when the engine is running Do not run the engine with any cover or guard removed Auger Drive Pulley m 9 7 Y 1 Remove gas from fuel tank and run engine until it stops running from lack of fuel 2 Disconnect spark plug wire and fasten it away from the spark plug 3 Remove belt cover See Figure 23 4 Loosen auger belt guide and slide belt off engine pul ley and away from idler pulley See Figure 26 5 Clamp or tie auger control lever to handle in the fully depressed position to release all tension on the auger pulley brake pad and provide clearance for belt removal 6 Tilt unit forward and rest on auger housing Auger Belt Stops e t a 7 Remove lower cover hcm a Figure 28 Auger Drive Pulley and Belt Stops 8 Loosen hex screw securing belt stop Figure 28 and pivot the belt stop away from the pulley to permit removal of belt
5. Horsepower 7 5 HP 3600 rpm Displacement 12 6 Cu in 206 cc Oil Capacity 20 oz 59 L CE COMPLIANCE SPECIFICATIONS Kilowatts kW CHASSIS Wheels Spout Rotation Impeller Drive System DIMENSIONS Inflation Pressure 20 psi 1 37 bar 190 Degrees 10 25 4 cm 4 Blade Ribbon Flighted Steel Friction Disc 5 Forward Speeds 2 Reverse Effective Clearing Width I75246E EI75246E I7524E I7524EX EI75246 Length 175246E EI75246E 17524E I7524EX EI75246 Height 175246E EI75246E 17524E I7524EX EI75246 Weight 175246E EI75246E 17524E I7524EX EI75246 24 65 cm 51 182 cm 43 109cm 158 Ibs 72 kg Mode governed Governed Unit Mass ta LWA BA LPA ABA Handie mi EI75246E 3600 5 6 72 105 90 8 5 I7524EX 3600 5 6 72 105 90 8 5 EI75246 3600 5 6 72 105 90 8 5 Technical Information Power Ratings The power ratings for an individual engine model are initially developed by starting with SAE Society of Automotive Engineers code J1940 Small Engine Power amp Torque Rating Procedure Revision 2002 05 Given both the wide array of products on which our engines are placed and the variety of environmental issues applicable to operating the equipment it may be that the engine you have purchased will not develop the rated horsepower when used in a piece of power equipment actual on site power This difference is due to a variety of factors including but not lim i
6. PREPARATION 1 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormat sleds boards wires and other foreign objects 2 Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting engine motor 3 Do not operate the equipment without wearing ade quate winter outer garments Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces Avoid loose fit ting clothing that can get caught in moving parts 4 Handle fuel with care it is highly flammable a Use an approved fuel container b Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine c Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors Replace fuel cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel d Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place con tainers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling e When practical remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dis penser nozzle f Keep nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until refueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device g Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled uel h If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing imme diately 5 Use extension cords and receptacles as spec
7. A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the dis charge chute is the most common cause of injury associ ated with snowthrowers Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute To clear the chute 1 SHUT OFF THE ENGINE 2 Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have stopped rotating 3 Always use a clean out tool not your hands pa idis MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent inter vals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition 2 Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and spacer heaters or clothes dry ers Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure 3 Always refer to the operator s manual for important details if the snowthrower is to be stored for an extended period 4 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary 5 Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze up of the collector impeller 6 If fuel is spilled do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated 7 Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling prac tices when refueling the unit after transportation or storage Safety Rules 8 Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor
8. B will release the auger control C Select forward or reverse speeds as needed using the speed selector A Figure 5 Release the drive control lever whenever changing drive speeds NOTE After 5 10 hours of use it may be necessary to adjust the tension on the traction drive cable See Traction Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment in the Service Section for the adjustment procedure CLEARING A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE Hand contact with the rotating auger impeller inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snowthrowers DO NOT use your hand to clean out the discharge chute To clear the chute 1 2 Stop the engine Remove the key Wait 10 seconds to be sure the auger impeller blades have stopped rotating Always use the clean out tool DO NOT use your hands GROUND SPEED SELECTOR Use the speed selector A Figure 5 to control the drive speed of the snowthrower There are five forward speeds and two reverse speeds Use the lower speeds to blow deep or wet snow Use the higher speeds to blow light snow or to drive the snow thrower without blowing snow To change speeds first release the traction drive control lever B Figure 5 then move the speed selector to the desired speed setting Fully press the traction drive con trol lever to resume operation 14 Figure 5 Operator s Control Position A Speed Selector C Auger Control B Drive Control D Chu
9. C Figures 2 amp 3 engages the auger drive when the lever is depressed and disengages the auger drive when the lever is released unless Traction Free Hand control is also depressed see above DEFLECTOR CONTROLS D Chute Direction Control The chute direction con trol D Figures 2 amp 3 allows the discharge chute to be rotated to throw snow in the desired direction Snow may be thrown at any angle from straight left to straight forward to straight right Chute Deflector Controls the distance snow is thrown Tilting the chute deflector E Figure 3 UP provides a higher stream and greater distance while tilting the deflector DOWN provides a lower stream and less distance Chute Deflector Knob This knob F Figure 3 allows the discharge chute deflector E to be locked in the desired tilt position SCRAPER HEIGHT G H Scraper Bar Height Control The skid shoes G Figure 3 control the height of the scraper bar H NOTE On later models the scraper bar is also adjustable The scraper bar allows smooth surfaces such as concrete or asphalt driveways to be scraped clean of snow On surfaces such as gravel the scraper bar should be adjusted higher so that it will not pick up gravel or debris 11 Figure 2 Operator s Control Position A Speed Selector C Auger Control B Drive Control D Chute Direction Control Figure 3 Snowthrower Controls A Speed Selector E Ch
10. Free Hand Lock Engages traction drive to wheels when depressed Also locks auger control when depressed simultaneously Releasing the traction control lever releases the Free Hand auger control lock and stops the drive wheels Auger Control Engages the auger impeller when depressed Releasing the control stops the auger impeller WO Chute Direction Control Rotates the discharge chute to desired position Chute Deflector Knob Locks chute deflector in desired position Traction Lock Pins The traction drive to each wheel can be locked and unlocked with the Traction Lock Pins H Figure 4 to per mit the unit to free wheel allowing easier manual han dling and transport of the snowthrower Electric Start Button Optional Activates electric starter B Fuel Fuel tank filler cap see illustration Note The fuel shut off valve is located under the fuel tank Close the valve when the snowthrower is not in use Open the valve before starting Starter Handle Used to pull start the engine E Primer Button Tr Primes carburetor for faster cold starting mel Engine Key Prevents starting of engine without key Stops engine when removed Choke Knob Adjusts air fuel mix for easier cold weather starting 0 On Off Switch Prevents starting of engine Engine Controls STARTING CONTROLS See Figure 1 for the following instructions Units with Optional Electric Start A Electric Start Button North Amer
11. Under most circumstances if the auger strikes an object which could cause damage to the unit the shear pin will break This protects the gear box and other parts from damage The shear pins are located on the auger shaft as shown in Figure 30 To replace the shear pins tap out broken pin with a pin punch and install a new shear pin and cot ter pin Spread the legs of the new cotter pin fully Do NOT replace shear pins with anything other than the correct grade replacement shear pin See the REPLACEMENT PARTS section at the back of this man ual for the correct part numbers Use of bolts screws or a harder shear pin will lead to damaged equipment Keeper link Must install towards wheel side with open end trailing SS Ue Ss Gooey a Come UO Os lt f Direction of travel Figure 29 Roller Chain Master Link EC Figure 30 Shear Pin Replacement A Shear Pin B Cotter Pin 28 Specifications NOTE Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors ENGINE 7 5 HP Briggs amp Stratton OHV Make Briggs amp Stratton Model Intek Snow Horsepower 7 5 HP 3600 rpm Displacement 12 6 Cu in 206 cc Oil Capacity 20 oz 59 L 7 5 HP Briggs amp Stratton OHV Euro Make Briggs amp Stratton Model Intek Snow
12. cause remedy in the order listed Also refer to the engine manufacturers Owner s Manual for additional information WARNING Before performing any adjustment or service to snowthrower stop the engine and wait for moving parts to stop Remove the key To prevent accidental starting disconnect the spark plug wire and fasten away from the plug For problems not covered here contact your local deal er PROBLEM Engine fails to start POSSIBLE CAUSE Key is OFF Failure to prime cold engine Fuel valve is in CLOSED position Out of fuel Choke OFF cold engine Engine flooded Spark plug not sparking Water in fuel or old fuel On Off switch Off REMEDY Push key in to the ON position Press Primer Button twice and restart Turn valve to OPEN position Fill fuel tank Turn choke to ON Turn choke to OFF try starting Check gap Gap plug clean elec trode or replace plug as necessary Drain tank Dispose of fuel at an authorized hazardous waste facility Fill with fresh fuel Turn switch to ON Engine starts hard or runs poorly 1 Fuel mixture too rich 2 Carburetor adjusted incorrectly 3 Spark plug faulty fouled or gapped improperly Fuel cap vent is blocked Move choke to OFF position See your dealer for adjustments 3 Clean and gap or replace Clear vent Auger does not rotate Auger cont
13. constant tension provided by a spring loaded idler pulley arm and is non adjustable This belt rotates whenever the engine is running and provides power to the traction drive disc which also rotates constantly while the engine is running The auger drive belt tension may be adjusted by moving the auger drive idler pulley See Adjusting Auger Drive Belt on next page 24 A e 2 Y S Auger Drive e 2 e nl Clutch Cable a al Adjustment N M Flats Adjustment dii gt a Hex Nut 2 a SS Adjustment Screw Auger Drive Clutch Cable Spring Idler Rod Right Handle Figure 21 Auger Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment Engine Pulle Idler Pulley Idler Pulley Drive Belt Auger Belt y Traction Drive Pulley Front e V Figure 22 Drive Belt Paths DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT Continued If the auger drive slips auger slows or doesn t rotate nor mally while blowing snow or stays engaged when the control is disengaged and the auger clutch cable has been properly adjusted the auger drive belt may be out of adjustment A WARNING Auger must NOT rotate unless the Auger Control lever has been depressed Proper Auger Drive Belt adjustments stop the auger within 5 seconds after the Auger Control is disengaged Checking Auger Belt amp Belt Guide Adjustments 1 Insert the engine key and start the snowthrower 2 Engage and disengage the auger control a series of ten tim
14. for actual CE compliance information See page 29 for CE compliance information regarding sound pressure and vibration Safety Decals GENERAL This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing Although reading this manual and safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowl edge to operate this equipment safely and effectively we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of this important information while you are operating your unit NORTH AMERICAN MODEL DECALS Free Hand Free Hand Unlocked dii AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH s KL oe ricis Do not defeat the safety features of the controls Never allow children to operate snowthrower Keep area of operation clear of all persons es They are for your protection r Keep machine properly maintained and serviced with all shields guards and protective Traction Traction devices in place Town Engage Disengage Part No 7100821 WARNING Main Dash Decal North American Models Amputation Hazard Contact with moving parts serious injury ieide chute will causa serious ingoty Shut off engine betore Amputation hazard Contact with the auger will cause Keep hands feet and clothing aw Shut off engine before servicing vum All safety and instruc
15. is required see the Service Section for procedures Check the chute direction control D Figure 2 for proper operation The discharge chute should rotate freely in both directions See the Service Section for adjustment procedures and troubleshooting Check the chute deflector E Figure 3 for proper operation The deflector should pivot freely up and down when the chute deflector knob is loosened If adjustment is required see the Service Section for procedures 10 Position the chute at the desired starting direction and set the deflector at the desired angle 1 Check the speed selector A Figure 2 for smooth operation The control must move freely into each speed position gate and remain in position when released If the speed selector does not move freely into all forward and reverse speed positions contact your local authorized dealer for assistance 12 WARNING This unit is a two stage snowthrower The first stage is the auger which feeds the snow back into the impeller housing The second stage is the impeller which throws the snow out the discharge chute If bodily contact is made with the auger or impeller when they are rotating severe personal injury will occur To avoid injury keep others and yourself away from the auger and the discharge chute whenever the engine is running Read and follow all of the safety rules and warnings in this manual 44 DANGER Do not c
16. reproductive harm 2 If available look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index information on the engine emis sions label napper M canis North American CE Models McDonough GA 30253 USA MD xx CE Models panno XXXXXXX LES 7 only w XXX R Identification Numbers mein eee Model Description Name Number ID Tag Location When contacting your authorized dealer for replace ment parts service or information you MUST have Unit MFG Number Unit SERIAL Number these numbers Record your model name number manufacturer s identi fication numbers and engine serial numbers in the Dealer Name Date Purchased space provided for easy access These numbers can be found in the locations shown NOTE For location of engine identification numbers refer to the engine owner s manual EMEN Engine Make Engine Model Engine Type Spec Engine Code Serial Number CE IDENTIFICATION TAG MARKINGS Manufacturer s Identification Number Part Number Manufacturer s Serial Number Power Rating in Kilowatts Maximum Engine Speed in Rotations per Minute McDonough GA 30253 USA Manufacturer s Address Year of Manufacture CE Compliance Logo Mass of Unit in Kilograms Sound Power in Decibels Model Number ser XXXXXXXXXX move XXXXXXXXXX c TOoOmmoous v NOTE Decal format and configuration may differ from Sample Only illustration See page 29
17. G Failure to properly adjust the Auger Belt Guide s may cause auger to rotate when Auger Control has not been depressed DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT The snowthrower has two drive belts one for the traction drive which transmits engine power to the wheels and a second for the auger drive which transmits engine power to the auger mechanism Each of these drive belts are of special construction and should be replaced only with genuine replacement belts which match the original equipment belts These are available from your dealer Traction Drive Belt Replacement 1 Disconnect spark plug wire and fasten it away from the spark plug Remove belt cover Pull the traction drive belt idler pulley arm See Figure 22 away from the belt to relieve tension and slide the belt off the engine pulley Slip the belt off from around the traction pulley See Figure 27 and pull the belt out of the unit between the auger pulley and the traction pulley the lower cover need not be removed for this step 26 Figure 26 Auger Belt Guide Adjustment WARNING Snowthrower must move only when the traction Drive Control is depressed and must stop when the lever is released disengaged Traction Drive Belt amp Pulley Figure 27 Traction Drive Pulley Lower Cover Removed For Clarity Spice DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Cont 4 WARNING Traction Drive Belt Replacement Cont P
18. NUAL DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT Pinion Gear Adjustment If the discharge chute is difficult to operate first lubricate the pinion gear A Figure 19 and ring gear E If it is still difficult to operate adjust as follows NOTE If the discharge chute will not stay in position adjust the pinion gear A closer to the ring gear E Loosen the bolts C Figure 19 which hold the pinion gear bracket D If the pinion gear is too tight against the ring gear move it away slightly and then retighten the bolts Check the operation again CHUTE DIRECTION CONTROL ROD GEAR ADJUSTMENT If the discharge chute becomes difficult to rotate or begins to operate erratically the chute direction control rod gears may require adjustment 1 2 Loosen the gear bracket mounting nuts Figure 20 Slide the gear bracket into the position that provides the best engagement between the gears Tighten the bracket mounting nuts and check for smooth operation 4 Readjust if necessary Lubricate the chute direction control rod gears with a medium weight 10W oil 23 Figure 19 Discharge Control Pinion Gear Control Rod Bolt 2 Bracket Ring Gear moou r Mounting Nuts Figure 20 Chute Direction Gear Adjustments Adjustments AUGER DRIVE CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT The auger drive clutch cable should be adjusted so that there is no slack in the cable
19. SNAPPER OPERATOR S MANUAL Simplicity Intermediate Snowthrower Models Mfg No Description 7800084 175246E 7 5HP OHV Electric Start 7800086 X EI75246E 7 5HP OHV Electric Start CE 7800085 17524E 7 5HP OHV Electric Start 7800087 17524EX 7 5HP OHV Manual Start CE 7800138 EI75246 7 5HP OHV Manual Start CE 7100723 Revision 00 Rev Date 6 14 2006 TP 100 5190 00 IS SN Table of Contents Safety Rules amp Information Regular Maintenance Riu PE 2 Schedule cce matte ciet ce tees 17 Preparation sse ecd tado 2 Checking Tire Pressure seenen 17 Operation e ra eco es 2 Checking Auger Gear Case Lubrication 17 Children n ee ee eei 3 E ubriCation tco e ee eed ce 18 Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute 3 Check Lubricate Free hand Linkage 19 Service Maintenance and Storage 3 Lubricate Auger Shaft amp Assembly 19 Emissions esssssseeeeeeeeeeen enn 3 Storage tee pd ed e eget 19 Identifications Numbers eeeenees 5 Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service Decals cu boh leis bleue deeft 6 Troubleshooting eeeeenenn 20 Safety Icons in aita ot acted aac se 7 Speed Selector Pivot Adjustment 22 Features Controls amp Operation Traction Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment 22 Control Locations
20. Tighten just until slack in cable is removed 3 Tighten hex nut securely The unit should able to be pushed forward and back freely A WARNING Do not over tighten as this may cause traction drive to engage without depressing the traction drive control bellcrank arm must remain in down position Verify that the cables are not over tightened With speed selector in position 1 and traction drive control fully released push snowthrower forward The unit should move forward freely If unit does not move forward freely the cable has been over tightened To remedy loosen tension on clutch cable slightly and recheck Figure 17 Speed Selector Linkage Adjustment A Ground Speed Lever B Shift Rod Hardware C Lower Shift Rod Traction Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment Flats Adjustment Hex Nut Adjustment Screw Traction Drive Traction Drive Clutch Cable Spring Bellcrank Arm Figure 18 Traction Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment Run In Adjustment 1 After 5 hours of use check for proper adjustment Readjust clutch cable if necessary by increasing ten sion on cable A small amount of bellcrank arm movement is permissible if unit passes operating checks described in the Caution at left Optimal adjustment provides 3 16 clearance between traction drive disc and rubber ring on friction disc when drive lever is released see Figure 13 for fric tion disk location MA
21. eat from the engine will usually prevent the snow from freezing solid while the unit is running but after the engine is shut down some snow may continue melting from engine heat and later freeze around some moving parts as the unit cools After each period of use follow these steps to prevent freeze up caused by ice formation in and around the engine controls and external parts 1 Before shutting off the engine pull the starter rope out 2 3 times and allow it to rewind slowly This will help clear packed snow from the starter cord area Allow the engine to run for several minutes Stop the engine by pulling out the engine key 3 Disconnect the spark plug wire and position it away from the spark plug Brush snow and ice from the snowthrower Be sure to clear engine and snowthrower controls discharge chute worm and chute rod gears clutch cable areas and anywhere else snow has accumulated Always remove the engine key and store in a safe place to prevent unauthorized use If the snowthrower is kept in a cold shelter fill the fuel tank to prevent condensation Do not store near sparks or flame Note The engine owner s manual contains further infor mation on preventing ice formation and freeze up Klik Pin In OUTER Hole Figure 9 Traction Drive Lock Disengaged Klik Pin In INNER Hole 16 Figure 10 Traction Drive Lock Engaged WARNING Never store sn
22. engine or muffler Danger Dismemberment The auger can amputate limbs Keep hands and feet away from auger and rotating parts Keep bystanders and children away when engine is running Danger Dismemberment The impeller can amputate limbs Stop the engine remove the key and disconnect spark plug wire before clearing the discharge chute or per forming service work Keep hands and feet away from impeller and rotat ing parts Danger Breathing Hazard Do not run the engine indoors except for starting the engine or for transport ing the snowthrower in or out of the building Open the outside doors exhaust fumes are dangerous Danger Remove Key Before Refueling Stop engine remove key and wait at least 2 minutes before refueling Features Controls amp Operation Please take a moment ALL MODELS and familiarize yourself with the name location and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual CONTROL LOCATIONS Features amp Controls The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls Starting stopping and driving require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section Speed Selector Selects forward speeds 1 5 and reverse speeds 1 2 SET Traction Control
23. es checking that the auger comes to a com plete stop within 5 seconds after the control is disen gaged each time 3 If the auger comes to a complete stop each time with in 5 seconds the adjustment is correct If the auger does NOT come to a complete stop within the neces sary 5 seconds the adjustment is incorrect readjust ing the auger belt amp belt guide according to the pro cedures below Adjusting Auger Drive Belt 1 Make certain that the snowthrower is off the engine key has been removed and the spark plug discon nected 2 Check that there is no slack in the auger drive clutch cable see Figure 24 If there is follow the auger drive clutch cable Adjustment procedure on page 24 3 Measure the length of the auger drive clutch spring Figure 24 4 Fully depress the auger control and measure the expanded length of the spring The spring should expand 19 64 5 16 If the spring deflection is less than 19 64 5 16 the auger idler pulley must be adjusted Proceed to step 5 5 Loosen the belt cover screws and remove the belt cover Figure 23 6 Loosen the adjustment bolt see Figure 25 and move the auger idler pulley 7 Tighten the adjustment bolt and repeat steps 3 4 8 Test run the unit The auger must NOT rotate unless the auger control lever has been depressed Proper auger drive belt adjustments stop the auger within 5 seconds after the auger control is disengaged If the auger drive fails eit
24. es to engage traction drive Excessive vibration Loose parts or damaged auger STOP engine and REMOVE the key DISCONNECT the spark plug wire Tighten all hardware Replace auger if necessary If vibration continues see your dealer Drive fails to move snowthrower at slow speeds Traction drive out of adjustment 21 Readjust drive or shift speed selector setting up one speed faster Adjustments SPEED SELECTOR PIVOT ADJUSTMENT Adjust as follows 1 Move the ground speed control A Figure 17 fully forward 2 Loosen the hardware B securing the upper and lower shift rods 3 Push the lower rod C down fully into the housing 4 Make sure the ground speed control A is in the full forward 5th gear position Pull the two rods apart and tighten the shift rod hardware B TRACTION DRIVE CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT Initial Adjustment The traction drive clutch cable should initially be adjusted so that there is no slack in the cable when moved slightly from side to side but bellcrank arm remains in fully down position To adjust tension on the cable 1 Loosen adjustment hex nut Figure 18 by holding the adjusting flats and turning adjustment hex nut 2 Tighten adjustment screw by turning adjustment flats and holding screw The adjustment screw is a phillips screw and the head can be held or turned by inserting a screwdriver through the traction drive clutch cable spring
25. her of these tests repeat the Auger Control Belt Cover J ANI Auger Drive 2 OYA Zw d Clutch Cable g Adjustment gt Hex Nut VS Should Expand ak 5 16 When Auger is Engaged D a Measure Spring ZY aS Length Spring 2 Auger Idler Pulley Auger Idler Arm Adjustment Bolt Drive Belt Figure 25 Auger Drive Belt Guide and Pulley adjustment procedures After adjusting the auger drive belt the auger belt guide MUST BE adjusted according to the Adjusting Auger Belt Guide procedure which follows Adjustments amp Service DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT Continued Adjusting Auger Belt Guide 1 With the auger control still fully depressed adjust the auger belt guide s so that there is a 1 64 gap 1 32 Maximum between the guide and the belt Figures 26 making certain the guide is NOT putting pres sure on the belt Making certain the auger belt guide does NOT move while doing so tighten the auger belt guide screw Figures 26 to secure the guide Check the adjustment on the auger belt guide s Figures 26 to make certain that the gap between the belt and the belt guide is correct Disengage the auger control by removing the card board tube or other means used to temporarily secure the control Test the unit by following the steps under the Checking Auger Belt amp Belt Guide Adjustments above A WARNIN
26. ican Models The electric start button A activates an electric starter mounted to the engine eliminating the need to pull the starter handle The electric start button oper ates on 120 Volts AC which is provided by connec tion to the extension cord provided with units equipped with this feature Connect this extension cord ONLY to a properly grounded 3 prong elec trical outlet Electric Start Button CE Models Please refer to the detailed instructions supplied with the electric start kit Manual Start B Fuel Valve The fuel valve B is located under the fuel tank It is used to turn the fuel supply off for out of season storage Starter Handle The starter handle C connects to a starter cord to manually start the engine Pulling starter handle rapidly spins the engine crankshaft cycles the engine and generates the spark neces sary for starting the engine Primer Button When pressed the primer button D provides initial fuel to help start a cold engine Normally pressing the primer button twice will pro vide enough fuel to start a cold engine Engine Key The engine key E prevents the engine from being started by unauthorized individu als The key must be fully inserted into the key slot for the unit to start The key is also used to stop the engine by pulling the key out of the key slot Choke Knob The choke knob F adjusts the air fuel mixture and is used to help start a cold engine by
27. ified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors 6 Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces 7 Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine motor is running except when specifically recommended by the manufacturer 8 Let engine motor and machine adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear snow 9 Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eye from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine TP 600 3606 03 LW UV DECRE Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times 2 Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic 3 After striking a foreign object stop the engine motor remove the wire from the spark plug disconnect the cord on electric motors thoroughly inspect the snowthrower for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snowthrower 4 If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine motor and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble 5 Stop the engine motor whenever you leave the operating position before unclogging the collector impeller housing or discharge guide and when making any repairs adjustments o
28. lean out discharge chute with hands Contact with moving parts inside chute will cause serious injury Use clean out tool provided with machine Use the following procedure to remove objects or clear the chute 1 Stop the engine Remove the key 2 Wait 10 seconds to be sure the auger impeller blades have stopped rotating Always use the clean out tool DO NOT use your hands 3 WARNING For your safety operation on slopes should be in an up and down direction only If it becomes necessary to move across the face of a slope use caution and do not blow snow Be very careful when changing direction on a slope Proper winter footwear is recommended for the operator to help prevent slipping Never attempt to clean snow from excessively steep slopes The maximum slope for any operation is 17 796 10 WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care Never fill the tank when the engine is hot or running Always move outdoors to fill the tank Keep snowthrower and gasoline away from open flame or spark STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Turn the fuel valve B Figure 4 to the ON position 2 Turn the On Off switch G to the ON position 3 Insert the engine key E into the engine key slot and push fully in to the RUN position Fully close the choke F if engine is cold Do not choke a warm engine Do not prime a warm engine Pull starter handle C rapidly or p
29. les window wells drop offs and the like without proper adjustment of the discharge angle 18 Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the unit 19 Never leave a running unit unattended Always disen gage the auger and traction controls stop engine and remove keys 20 Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs 21 Keep in mind the operator is responsible for acci dents occurring to other people or property 22 Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of power equipment related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the unit safely enough to protect themselves and others from injury 23 DO NOT wear long scarves or loose clothing that could become entangled in moving parts 24 Snow can hide obstacles Make sure to remove all obstacles from the area to be cleared CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the unit and the operating activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them 1 Keep children out of the area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult 2 Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area 3 Never allow children to operate the unit 4 Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision CLEARING
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31. o grease fitting A 3 Rotate auger assembly D several times to distribute the grease evenly Repeat step 2 4 Reinstall shear pin B and cotter pin C 5 Repeat procedure for other side STORAGE A WARNING Never store the unit with fuel in an enclosed poorly ventilated structure Fuel vapors can travel to an ignition source such as a furnace water heater etc and cause an explosion Fuel vapor is also toxic to humans and animals Before you store your unit for the off season read the Maintenance and Storage instructions in the Safety Rules section then perform the following steps Remove the key Perform engine maintenance and storage measures listed in the engine owner s manual This includes draining the fuel system or adding stabilizer to the fuel do not store a fueled unit in an enclosed struc ture see warning Figure 16 Checking Auger Gear Case Lubrication A Grease Fittings C Cotter Pins B Shear Pins D Auger Assembly Before starting the unit after it has been stored Check all fluid levels Check all maintenance items Perform all recommended checks and procedures found in the engine owner s manual Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before use 19 Troubleshooting Adjustment amp Service TROUBLESHOOTING This section provides troubleshooting and service instructions Locate the problem and check the possible
32. owthrower with gasoline in engine or fuel tank in a heated shelter or in enclosed poorly ventilated enclosures Gasoline fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light such as a furnace water heater clothes dryer etc and cause an explosion Handle gasoline carefully It is highly flammable and careless use can result in serious fire damage to people and property Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away from open flame or sparks MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE REQUIRED Check auger gear case lubrication Regular Maintenance FREQUENCY Benalene 900 25 Hours Grease Lubricate snowthrower 10 Hours 10W Oil and Grease Check tire pressure Monthly 20 psi 1 37 bar Change engine oil 50 Hours See Engine Manual Clean or replace spark plug Yearly See Engine Manual Check drive linkage belt tension 4 6 Hours N A Lubricate Axle Shafts Yearly Lithium Grease Check Lubricate Free Hand Linkage 10 Hours 10W Oil Lubricate Auger Shaft 10 Hours Lithium Grease Change original oil after two hours of operation Check oil level each fall and spring Lubricate each fall and spring See your engine Owner s Manual CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE The air pressure in each tire Figure 11 should be 20 psi 1 36 kPa and should be equal for both tires for best performance Be sure to keep caps on valves to
33. prevent entry of debris into the valve stem when tires are filled CHECK AUGER GEAR CASE LUBRICATION 1 Place the snowthrower on a level surface 2 Remove the pipe plug Figure 12 3 Check the lubricant level It should be level with the lower edge of the plug opening If not add Benalene 900 grease available from your dealer 4 Re install pipe plug and tighten securely Figure 12 Checking Auger Gear Case Lubrication 17 Maintenance LUBRICATION IMPORTANT NOTE It is very important that grease fittings on the auger shaft are lubricated regularly If auger rusts to shaft damage to worm gear may occur if shear pins do not break To prevent wheels rusting to axles it is also necessary to remove the wheels and grease the axles regularly Remove wheels and grease axles once each year There are two grease fittings on the auger shaft Wipe the fittings clean and apply grease using a grease gun Also apply grease on other points indicated Apply medium weight 10W oil to points shown See Figures 13 16 Apply 5W 50 synthetic motor oil to the friction disc hex shaft see Figure 13 Generally all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts Keep oil and grease off belts pulley grooves drive disc and friction disc LUBRICATION NOTES Grease locations indicated by grease gun symbol Use grease fittings when present Disassemble parts
34. providing a richer mixture Once the engine is warm and running smoothly the choke knob should be set to the off position to provide a normal air fuel mix On Off Switch The on off switch G prevents the engine from being started The switch must be ON for the unit to start 10 Briggs amp Stratton OHV Models Figure 1 Engine Controls A Electric Start Button B Fuel Valve C Starter Handle D Primer Button E Engine Key F Choke Knob G On Off Switch GROUND SPEED CONTROLS A Speed Selector This lever A Figures 2 amp 3 is used to set the ground speed of the snowthrower The snowthrower has five forward speeds 1 5 and two reverse speeds 1 2 No neutral position or gate is required since the traction drive design automati cally provides neutral no forward or reverse move ment whenever the drive control is released Traction amp Free Hand Control This control engages the traction drive as the lever B Figures 2 amp 3 is depressed and disengages the traction drive when the lever is released When both levers are depressed the Free Hand control is activated This allows the auger control to be released yet the auger remains engaged until the traction Free Hand is released NOTE Changing ground speeds must only be done while the drive control is in the disengaged fully released position AUGER CONTROL C Auger Control The auger control clutch lever
35. r inspec tions 6 When cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the collector impeller and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting 7 Do not run the engine indoors except for starting the engine or for transporting the snowthrower in or out of the building Open the outside doors exhaust fumes are dangerous 8 Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes Do not attempt to clear steep slopes 9 Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards plates or other safety protective devices in place and working 10 Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where property damage can occur Keep children and others away 11 Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate 12 Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when operating in reverse 13 Disengage power to the collector impeller when snowthrower is transported or not in use 14 Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snowthrower such as wheel weights counterweights or cabs 15 Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility or light Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles Walk never run 16 Never touch a hot engine or muffler 17 Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclo sures automobi
36. r other reproductive harm You must read understand and comply with all safety and operating instructions in this manual before attempting to set up and operate your snowthrower Failure to comply with all safety and operating instructions can result in loss of machine control serious personal injury to you and or bystanders and risk of equipment and property damage The triangle in the text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed Safety Rules amp Information follow them closely Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit severe personal injury This machine is capable to amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Read these safety rules and or death to you or bystanders or damage to property or equipment The triangle in text signifies important safety information which must be followed Le see Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manuals before operating this unit Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly 2 Never allow children to operate the equipment Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction 3 Keep the area of operation clear of all persons partic ularly small children and pets 4 Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating in reverse
37. raper bar until desired height is achieved Tighten the nuts making sure the scraper bar is parallel with the bottom edge of the auger housing Chute Deflector Knob Chute Deflector Scraper Bar DT ii Shoe Nuts Skid Shoe Figure 7 Skid Shoe Adjustment L Nuts Scraper Bar Figure 8 Scraper Bar Adjustment 15 Operation FREE WHEELING AND TRACTION DRIVE LOCK For easy turning when pushing the snowthrower you can disengage the traction drive at one or both wheels by using the traction lock pins See Figures 9 amp 10 1 Turn the unit off remove the engine key and discon nect the spark plug wire To DISENGAGE the traction drive lock insert the traction lock pin through the outer hole in the axle See Figure 9 To ENGAGE the traction drive lock insert the pin through the hub and axle See Figure 10 If the hole in the hub is not aligned with the inner hole in the axle push the snowthrower until the holes align and install the traction lock pin NOTE When snowthrowing with the full width of the auger for best drive performance engage both wheels For easier turning when not using the full width of the auger engage one wheel and use the engaged side as the snow contact side for the auger AFTER EACH USE Normal use of the snowthrower may result in a build up of packed snow in and around the starter cord housing and around engine controls H
38. rol not engaged Foreign matter blocking auger Auger drive clutch cable slack Auger drive belt slipping Broken belt Shear pin broken 20 Engage auger control STOP engine and REMOVE the key DISCONNECT the spark plug wire Clear auger using clean out tool See warning in SAFETY RULES Tighten to remove slack See auger clutch cable adjustment Check auger drive belt adjustment Replace belt Replace shear pin Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Auger rotates but snow is not thrown far enough 1 Chute deflector too low 2 Ground speed too fast 3 Snowthrower discharge chute clogged Auger belt loose or worn 1 Adjust deflector as necessary Use slower speed selector setting STOP engine and REMOVE the key DISCONNECT the spark plug wire Clear auger using clean out tool See warning in SAFETY RULES Check auger drive belt adjustment Scraper bar does not clean hard surface Scraper bar height improperly adjusted RAISE skid shoes LOWER scraper bar Scraper bar picks up and throws stones on gravel drive Scraper bar height improperly adjusted LOWER skid shoes RAISE scraper bar Poor traction Tires slipping Traction lock pins unlocked Check tire pressure and tread Lock traction lock pins Auger does not stop when auger lever is released Auger clutch cable too tight or bent A
39. te Direction Control DEFLECTOR The distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlled by the position of the deflector Figure 6 The more the deflector is tilted UP the farther snow will be thrown Loosen the deflector knob tilt the deflector UP or DOWN and then retighten the knob when the desired angle has been chosen SCRAPER BAR amp SKID SHOES On smooth surfaces such as concrete or asphalt the scraper bar should scrape the surface On surfaces such as gravel the scraper bar should be high enough so that it will not pick up gravel or debris The height of the scraper bar is controlled by raising or lowering the skid shoes See Figure 7 1 To raise the scraper bar height rest the scraper bar on a strip of wood equal in thickness to the desired height Make sure the scraper bar is parallel to the ground surface Loosen the skid shoe nuts and let the skid shoes drop to the surface Tighten the nuts making sure the skid shoes are adjusted equally and are parallel to the surface To lower the height of the scraper bar raise the skid shoes If the scraper bar becomes worn it can be replaced by removing the hardware attaching it to the snowthrower The scraper bar is adjustable See Figure 8 If desired scraper bar height adjustment cannot be achieved solely by raising or lowering the skid shoes 1 Loosen the nuts securing the scraper bar to the auger housing and raise or lower the sc
40. ted to the following differences in altitude temperature barometric pressure humidity fuel engine lubrication max imum governed engine speed individual engine to engine variability design of the particular piece of power equip ment the manner in which the engine is operated engine run in to reduce friction and clean out of combustion chambers adjustments to the valves and carburetor and other factors The power ratings may also be adjusted based on comparisons to other similar engines utilized in similar applications and will therefore not necessarily match the values derived using the foregoing codes 29 Replacement Parts amp Accessories REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer Always use genuine Simplicity Snapper Service Parts MAINTENANCE ITEMS Many convenient and helpful service and maintenance items are available from your authorized dealer Some of these items include Tire Sealant Degrimer Degreaser Gas Stabilizer Engine Oil Touch Up Paint Grease Gun Kit 8 oz Grease Tube 30 TECHNICAL MANUALS Additional copies of this manual are available as well as fully illustrated parts lists These manuals show all of the product s components in exploded views 3D illustrations which show the relationship of parts and how they go together as well as part numbers and quantities used Important assembly notes and and torque values are also included For applicable ma
41. tional messages on your unit should be carefully read and obeyed Personal bodily injury can result when these instructions are not followed The information is for your safety and it is important The safety decals below are on your unit If any of these decals are lost or damaged replace them at once See your local dealer for replacements These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant visual reminder to you and others who may use the equipment to follow the safety instructions necessary for safe effective operation Part No 1726946 Auger Control Decal unciogging discharge chute Use clean out toot not hands um Part No 1733057 Discharge Chute Danger Decal CE MODEL DECALS Part No 7100822 WARNING Main Dash Decal CE Models Part No 1727207 Discharge Chute Danger Decal Part No 1716532 Auger Danger Decal Part No 1727208 Auger Danger Decal Part No 1722867 Lubrication Decal Part No 1727023 Auger Control Decal Part No 1722867 Lubrication Decal Warning Read Operator s Manual Read and understand the Operator s Manual before using this machine Danger Thrown Objects This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris Keep bystanders away Warning Remove Key Before Servicing Remove the key disconnect spark plug wire and consult technical litera ture before performing repairs or maintenance Danger Burn Hazard Never touch a hot
42. to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed Oil locations indicated by oil can symbol Do not allow oil to drip onto traction drive or friction disc 4 A CAUTION In order to keep the free hand controls disengaging properly when released it is important to oil the free hand controls every 10 hours DF i onm ee eee A aod X Figure 13 Drive Area Lubrication Points Bottom Cover Removed A Drive Disc B Friction Disc C Hex Shaft Figure 14 Snowthrower General Lubrication Points 18 SOO LUBRICATION CHECK LUBRICATE FREE HAND LINKAGE Check the function of the Free Hand controls the con trols should function as described in the CONTROLS section It is critical for the safe operation of the unit that the controls disengage when released If the controls do not function properly lubricate them If lubrication does not rectify the problem see your dealer Under no circumstances should the unit be used if the controls are not functioning properly IMPORTANT NOTE It is very important that grease fittings on the auger shaft are lubricated regularly If auger rusts to shaft damage to worm gear may occur if shear pins do not break LUBRICATING THE AUGER SHAFT amp ASSEMBLY 1 Remove cotter pin C Figure 16 and shear pin B 2 Use a grease gun and squirt several shots of grease int
43. uger drive belt out of adjustment Auger belt guide out of adjustment Free hand control not releasing Loosen or straighten clutch cable Adjust auger belt Adjust auger belt guide Lubricate free hand linkage Snowthrower does not stop when drive lever is released Traction drive clutch cable bent or too tight Loosen cable to remove slack or replace See adjustment procedure Snowthrower does not drive when drive lever is engaged Traction drive clutch cable loose Drive belt loose broken or stretched Drive roller chain damaged Traction lock pins in free wheeling position OUTER hole Friction disc worn Tighten to remove slack See adjust ment procedure Replace drive belt Replace chain Change traction lock pins to INNER hole to engage traction drive Replace disc see your dealer Discharge control is difficult to operate Gearing needs lubrication Worm gear not adjusted properly Control rod gears misaligned Pin connecting control shaft broken 1 Oil or grease as required Adjust worm gear See adjustment procedure Adjust gear bracket See adjustment procedure Replace pin Snowthrower veers to one side 1 Tire pressure not equal One wheel is set in free wheeling mode Traction lock pin is in the OUTER hole Check tire pressure Make certain BOTH traction lock pins are in the INNER hol
44. ush starter button if equipped with the electric start Do not allow the starter handle to snap back let the starter rope rewind slowly while keeping a firm grip on the starter handle As the engine starts and begins to operate evenly open the choke F slowly If the engine falters turn the choke knob clockwise until the engine runs smoothly and let it run briefly before returning the choke to the OPEN position NOTE The engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature Push the primer button D two times if engine is cold 13 Briggs amp Stratton Models Figure 4 Engine Controls A Electric Start Button B Fuel Valve C Starter Handle D Primer Button E Engine Key F Choke Knob G On Off Switch Operation OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER 1 2 Set the speed selector to the desired forward speed Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction 3 Fully press and hold the auger control C Figure 5 on the right hand grip to begin auger rotation To dis engage the auger completely release the lever Fully press and hold the traction drive control lever B Figure 5 on the left hand grip to engage the trac tion drive and begin moving the snowthrower To dis engage the traction drive completely release the lever If engaged at the same time the drive control B will lock the auger control C in the engaged position Releasing the drive control
45. ute Deflector B Drive Control F Chute Deflector Knob C Auger Control G Skid Shoes D Chute Control Knob H Scraper Bar l Traction Lock Pins TRACTION LOCK CONTROL l Traction Lock Pins The traction drive to each wheel can be locked and unlocked with the traction lock pins I Figure 3 to permit the unit to free wheel allowing easier manual handling and transport of the snowthrower Operation GENERAL OPERATION CHECKS BEFORE EACH START UP 1 Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts bolts and clips are secure Check to make sure that the clean out tool is attached to the handle on the machine Do not oper ate the machine without the clean out tool properly stored on the handle Check the engine oil level See your engine owner s manual for procedure and specifications Check to make sure spark plug wire is attached and spark plug is tightened securely If necessary torque spark plug to 15 ft Ibs Check the fuel supply Fill the tank no closer than 1 4 to 1 2 inch of top of tank to provide space for expan sion See your engine owner s manual for fuel recom mendations Check the scraper bar to make sure it is set at the desired height Adjust the scraper bar height if neces sary See page 15 Check the drive control B Figure 2 and Auger Control C for proper operation The auger and impeller must stop within 5 seconds of releasing the Auger Control C If adjustment
46. when moved slightly from side to side To adjust tension on the cable 1 Loosen adjustment hex nut Figure 21 by holding the adjusting flats and turning adjustment hex nut Tighten adjustment screw by turning adjustment flats and holding screw The adjustment screw is a phillips screw and the head can be held or turned by inserting a screwdriver through the auger drive clutch cable spring Tighten just until slack in cable is removed A WARNING Do not over tighten as this may lift the idler cable lever and cause auger drive to be engaged without depressing the Auger Control 3 Tighten hex nut securely 4 Start unit and check auger Auger must not be engaged unless auger control is depressed With engine running fully depress auger control the auger should engage and run normally Release auger control Auger must stop within 5 seconds If auger does not operate properly stop engine and recheck clutch cable adjustments If clutch cable is properly adjusted auger drive belt tension may require adjustment See Adjusting Auger Drive Belt on next page DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT The snowthrower is equipped with two drive belts locat ed just in front of the engine under the belt cover Figure 22 shows both belts and idler pulleys The belt nearest the engine is the unit traction drive wheels belt The belt farthest from the engine is the auger impeller drive belt The traction drive belt has
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