Snapper 11528 User's Manual
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1. Simplicity SNAPPER OPERATOR S MANUAL Signature Professional Series Snowthrowers 10524 Models 13388 Models Mfg No Description Mfg No Description 1695074 P10524E 10 5HP Snowthrower 1695097 13388E 13HP Snowthrower 1695075 P10524E 10 5HP Snowthrower CE 1695098 E13388E E 13HP Snowthrower CE 11528 Models Mfg No Description 1695076 P11528E 11 5HP Snowthrower 1695077 P11528E 11 5HP Snowthrower CE 1332 Models Mfg No Description 1695078 P1332E 13HP Snowthrower 1695079 P1332E 13HP Snowthrower CE 1338 Models Mfg No Description 1695080 P1338E 13HP Snowthrower 1695081 P1338E 13HP Snowthrower CE 1733584 Revision 02 Rev Date 08 2006 TP 100 4301 02 LW SN Table of Contents Regular Maintenance Safety Rules amp Information Checking Tire Pressure 6 Training ceeteceneneacensateneesecaneatasensecasentaceneeneseneatege 2 Auger Gear Case Lubrication 2 16 Preparation Aa a a ie a 2 L prCaUO are a 17 o EEE PEA E A EA ETE EA E T i Check Lubricate Free Hand Linkage 18 pisannigra Clogged Discharge Chute acc 3 Lubricate the Auger Shaft amp Assembly 18 Service Maintenance and Storage 3 Troubleshooting Adjustments amp Service EMISSIONS amore rdr eee Troubleshooting s s s 20 Decals aar 5 Speed Selector Adjustment 2 99 Safety Icons E N EE EN ESTERE ERNE ETO EAE 6 Auger Drive Tension 2 2 99 Identification NUMDELS2. Check the operation again Gear Bracket 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 21 Slide the gear bracket into the position that provides the best engagement between the gears Tighten the bracket mounting hardware and check for smooth operation Readjust if necessary Lubricate the chute direction control rod gears with a medium weight 10W oil ELECTRIC DISCHARGE CHUTE ROTATOR MOTOR ADJUSTMENT If the electric chute rotator does not function properly check the electrical connections and then perform the procedure below 1 2 3 Remove the rotator motor cover Lubricate the chute ring gear Loosen the screws A Figure 22 securing the rotator motor and adjust so that the motor gear and chute ring gear mesh Tighten the capscrews Reinstall the rotator motor cover 24 Cc Cc re S ERR Figure 20 Discharge Control Pinion Gear Control Rod Carriage Bolt Slotted Bracket U shaped Bracket Ring Gear Nut QOm7mmogowW yYS Figure 21 Gear Bracket Adjustment A Mounting Hardware Figure 22 Chute Rotator Motor Adjustment A Screws EASY TURN CABLE ADJUSTMENT If the Easy Turn cable has stretched the gears will not disengage when the control lever is activated Adjust
3. cccsscessseeeseeeeeeeeees 7 tacion Dive Ten SO Asasara 93 Features Controls amp Operation Manual Discharge Chute Adjustment 24 Control Locations basta TE ERE acl E 8 Electric Discharge Chute Adjustment 94 General Operation Easy Turn Cable Adjustment 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 25 Checks Before Each Start Up eee Lo Shear Pin Replacement 25 Starting the ENGIN sess 1 Belt Replacement ccccssecssseessseeeseeeeeeens 26 Starting Controls essensen n Specifications esserne ELLER EL nn 28 Operating The Snowthrower anne a 12 Replacement Parts amp Accessories 29 Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute 12 Ground Speed Selector cccceceseeeeeeeeeees 12 Engine Spec oreco a 12 DENE TO FEE Nee Eee 13 Scraper Bar amp Skid SNOES cccseeeeeeeeeees 13 Easy Turn and Traction Drive Lock 14 After Each US eae adressen kr 15 SOFA 6 Seen Renn et ee 15 WARNING WARNING You must read understand and comply with all Engine exhaust from this product contains safety and operating instructions in this manual chemicals known in certain quantities to cause before attempting to set up and operate your cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm 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 equipm
4. Bi YY OP y Figure 26 Belts and Pulleys Capscrews Belt Guides Traction Drive Belt Auger Drive Belt Engine Pulley Auger Pulley Idler Pulley Auger Traction Pulley Idler Pulley Traction rommMmovgoW gt Y Service 6 Reverse the procedure to install the belts Be sure there are no twists and the belts are properly seated in the grooves Adjust the belt stops so there is 1 8 3mm clearance between belt and stop The pattern for both belts is shown in Figure 28 Slide the right axle left fully before tightening the set collar E Figure 27 7 Check the traction drive tension and auger drive ten sion Follow the procedures under AUGER TRAC TION DRIVE TENSION 8 Make sure the auger stops when the auger drive lever is released Make sure traction drive stops when the traction drive lever is released If not check the drive tension If a problem exists see your dealer Figure 27 Auger Pulley Belt Stops shown with bottom cover removed Nuts Belt Stops Auger Pulley Gear Assembly Bolts Set Collar mOOW gt Figure 28 Belt Pattern viewed from front Engine Pulley Drive Belt Idler Pulley Driven Pulley Engine Belt Stops Auger Pulley Belt Stops Power Boost Units Only mmo oou 27 Specifications NOTE Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice The power ratings for an individual engine
5. the Free Hand Control is activated This allows Auger Engage Control to be released YET AUGER ROTATION WILL CONTINUE until the Free Hand Control is released Figure 2 Controls from operator s position Speed Selector Traction amp Free Hand Control Auger Engage Control Chute Direction Control Knob Chute Direction Control Remote Remote Deflector Control mmo OOU D gt DEFLECTOR The distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlled by the position of the deflector Engine speed also affects distance of discharge The more the deflector is tilted UP the farther snow will be thrown Models with Chute Deflector Knob See Figure 3 1 Loosen the deflector knob tilt the deflector UP or DOWN 2 Retighten the knob when desired angle has been chosen Models with Remote Deflector Control See Figure 4 1 Turn the remote deflector control C counterclock wise to UNLOCK and the spring B will pull the deflector to the maximum throwing position A Pull the knob UP to decrease the throwing distance 2 Turn the remote deflector control knob clockwise to LOCK in place when the desired angle has been cho sen SCRAPER BAR amp SKID SHOES On smooth surfaces such as concrete or asphalt the scraper bar A Figure 5 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 scr
6. Turn e Keep machine properly maintained and serviced with all shields guards fi ft Drive Locked Drive Released and protective devices in place 0 20 Never allow children to operate snowthrower Keep area of operation clear of all persons especially children Always direct discharge chute so as to avoid injury to persons or damage on CS AS ay REA 1 t e Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before servicing tne unit TI kl n When traction and auger controls are depressed the Free Ha Engage Sy Auger z control is activated This allows the auger control to be released yet Disengage Traction Traction auger rotation will continue until the Free Hand control is released vel r Engage Disengage Part No 1726947 WARNING Main Dash Decal North American Channel Handle Models Part No 1722867 Lubrication Decal Tube Handle Models AA DANGER Amputation hazard Contact with moving parts inside chute will cause serious injury Shut off engine before unclogging discharge chute Use clean out tool not hands Part No 1733057 Discharge Chute Danger Decal Part No 1726946 Auger Control Decal Tube Handle Models AVOID INJURY FROM ROTATING AUGER Keep hands feet and clothing away 1733057 Part No 1716532 Auger Danger Decal CE MODEL DECALS Part No 1727022 WARNING Main Dash Decal CE Tube Handle Models 40 we Pa
7. a maximum 1 32 clearance as shown 2 To adjust loosen nut D Figure 20 by holding the adjusting flats A and turning nut D Turn adjust ment flats and hold screw The adjustment screw is a phillips screw and the head can be held or turned by inserting a screwdriver through the spring 3 Hold adjusting flats A and tighten nut D 4 Start unit and check auger auger must not be engaged unless auger control is depressed 5 With engine running fully depress auger control the auger should engage and run normally 6 Release auger control Auger must stop within 5 seconds 7 lf auger does not operate properly stop engine and recheck drive linkage adjustments 8 If drive linkage is properly adjusted auger drive belt tension may require adjustment See Adjusting Auger Drive Belt 22 F igure 17 Speed Selector Linkage A Shift Rod B Carriage Bolts C Nuts Figure 18 Auger Drive Adjustment Adjusting Flats Spring Hook Lever Nut Adjustment Screw mOOW gt TRACTION DRIVE TENSION Initial Adjustment 1 Lift the bellcrank arm C Figure 19 up as far as it will go 2 While holding the bell crank arm C up adjust the cable until all the slack is removed 3 Back the adjustment screw E out 7 8 turns Tighten nut D 4 Start engine and check that the system disengages when the control is released WARNING Do not over tighten as this may cause traction dri
8. 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 ited 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 ENGINE 10 5 HP Briggs amp Stratton Make Briggs amp Stratton Model Intek Snow Horsepower 10 5 3600 rom Displacement 18 6 Cu in 805 cc Oil Capacity 28 oz 84 L 11 5 HP Briggs amp Stratton Make Briggs amp Stratton Model Intek Snow Horsepower 11 5 3600 rpm Displacement 18 6 Cu in 805 cc Oil Capacity 28 oz 84 L 13 HP Brig
9. tank filler cap see illustration Note The fuel shut off valve is located under the fuel tank or on the front of the engine Close the valve when the snowthrower is not in use Open the valve before starting L Primer Button When pressed the primer button provides initial fuel to help start a cold engine Normally pressing the primer button twice will provide enough fuel to start a cold engine pja Throttle Lever Controls engine speed Move toward the hare icon for faster engine speed move toward the turtle icon for slower engine speed Move the throttle all the way to STOP to stop the engine Set throttle to FULL FAST hare icon for operation me Engine Key The engine key prevents the engine from being started The key must be fully inserted into the key slot for the unit to start The key can also used to stop the engine by pulling the key out of the key slot Choke Knob The choke knob adjusts the air fuel mixture and is used to help start a cold engine by 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 Grip Warmers Select Models The optional grip warmers are powered when the engine is running and have three settings low off and high Headlight Select Models Not Pictured For use in low sunlight early morning and evening The headlight is on at all times when the engine is running Operat
10. Port Washington WI USA 53074 0997 CE Models Place copy of Identification Tag here Features Controls amp Operation Please take a moment 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 Manual Rotator CONTROL LOCATIONS 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 4 014 Speed Selector Traction Control Free Hand Lock Selects forward speeds 1 5 and reverse speeds 1 2 No Engages traction drive to wheels when depressed Also neutral position or gate is required since the traction locks auger control when depressed simultaneously drive design automatically provides neutral no forward Releasing the traction control lever releases the Free or reverse movement whenever the Drive Control is Hand auger control lock and stops the drive wheels released i Auger Control Engages the auger impeller when depressed Releasing the control stops the auger impeller X Chute Direction Control Models with Electric Chute Rotator Depressing the chute rotator switch rotates the chute left or right Models with Manua
11. TECHNICAL MANUALS Additional copies of this manual are available as well as fully illustrated parts lists These manuals show all of the products 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 torque values are also included For applicable manuals currently available for your model contact our Customer Publications Department at 262 284 8519 Simplicity 1 866 313 6682 Snapper Have the information listed in the box below available when phoning in your request Technical manuals can be downloaded from www simplicitymfg com www snapper com Model Mfg No Your Name Address City State Zip Visa Mastercard No Card Expiration Date lt gt Simplicity MANUFACTURING INC 500 N Spring Street PO Box 997 Port Washington WI 53074 0997 www simplicityMfg com DES KO SNAPPER PRODUCTS INC 535 Macon Street McDonough GA 30253 www Snapper com Copyright 2006 Simplicity Manufacturing Inc All Rights Reserved Printed in USA C
12. aper bar A is controlled by raising or lowering the skid shoes B 1 To raise the scraper bar height rest the scraper bar A on a strip of wood equal in thickness to the desired height 2 Make sure the scraper bar is parallel to the ground surface 3 Loosen the skid shoe nuts C and let the skid shoes B drop to the surface 4 Tighten the nuts C making sure the skid shoes are adjusted equally and are parallel to the surface 5 To lower the height of the scraper bar raise the skid shoes 6 If the scraper bar becomes worn it can be replaced by removing the hardware attaching it to the snowthrower 13 Operation Figure 3 Chute Deflector Adjustment Some Models A Chute Deflector Knob B Chute Deflector Figure 4 Remote Deflector Control Some Models A Maximum Throwing Position B Spring C Control Handle Figure 5 Skid Shoe Adjustment A Scraper Bar B Skid Shoe C Nuts Operation FULL TRACTION Easy Turn Lever Released Both Wheels Drive Figure 6 Easy Turn Control EASY TURN FREEWHEELING AND TRACTION DRIVE LOCK While Clearing Snow For easy turning when using the snowthrower squeeze the Easy Turn lever Figure 6 Engaging the Easy Turn lever releases the right traction wheel but allows the left wheel to continue driving Figure 6 Releasing the Easy Turn lever automatically engages both drive wheels for full traction NOTE The Easy Turn leve
13. e original oil after two hours of operation Check oil level each fall and spring See your engine Owner s Manual Lubricate each fall and spring CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE The air pressure in each tire Figure 8 should be equal for both tires for best performance Be sure to keep caps on valves to prevent entry of debris into the valve stem when tires are filled AUGER GEAR CASE LUBRICATION 1 Place the snowthrower on a level surface 2 Remove the pipe plug A Figure 9 3 Check the lubricant level It should be level with the lower edge of the plug opening If not add The Dealer Line Winter Weight Worm Gear Oil available from your dealer Figure 9 Auger Lubrication 4 Re install pipe plug and tighten securely A Pipe Plug 16 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 Apply medium weight 10W oil to points shown See Figures 10 13 Apply 5W 50 synthetic motor oil to the friction disk drive hex shaft A Figure 11 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 d
14. eae plug clean elec trode or replace Co eae as necessary 8 Water in esa or old fuel 8 Drain tank Dispose of fuel at an authorized hazardous waste facility Fill with fresh fuel Engine starts hard or runs poorly 1 re mixture too rich 1 Move choke to OFF 2 isbana adjusted incorrectly 2 ibinaon your dealer for adjustments 3 Spark plug faulty fouled or gapped 3 Clean and gap or replace improperly 4 Fuel cap vent is blocked 4 Clear vent Scraper bar does not clean hard 1 Skid shoes improperly adjusted 1 RAISE skid shoes this lowers the surface scraper bar 1 Skid shoes improperly adjusted 1 LOWER skid shoes this raises the scraper bar Auger does not rotate 1 Auger control not engaged 1 Engage auger control 2 Foreign matter blocking auger 2 STOP engine and REMOVE the key DISCONNECT the spark plug wire Clear auger using clean out Sar Eee warning in SAFETY 3 Auger drive clutch rod slack 3 nae to remove slack See auger clutch rod adjustment 4 Auger drive belt slipping 4 Check auger drive belt adjustment 5 Broken belt 5 Replace belt 6 Shear pin broken 6 Replace shear pin 20 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY thrown far enough 2 Engine speed too slow 2 Set speed to full throttle 3 Ground speed too fast 3 Use slower speed selector setting 4 Snowthrower discharge chute 4 STOP engine and REMOVE the clogged key DISCONNECT
15. emperatures 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 OPERATION 1 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 or 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 t
16. ent and property damage The triangle in the text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed Safety Rules amp Information This machine is capable to amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Read these safety rules and follow them closely Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit severe personal injury or death to you or bystanders or damage to property or equipment The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed TRAINING 1 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 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
17. ernal 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 2 Stop the engine by moving the throttle lever See Figure 1 down or by pulling out the engine key 3 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 4 Always remove the engine key and store in a safe place to prevent unauthorized use 5 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 Storage WARNING Never store the unit 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 could result in serious fire damage to your person or property Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away from open flame or sparks STORAGE WARNING Never store the unit with fuel in an enclosed poorly ventilated structure F
18. gs amp Stratton Make Briggs amp Stratton Model Intek Snow Horsepower 13 3600 rpm Displacement 20 8 Cu in 341 cc Oil Capacity 28 oz 84 L 28 the values derived using the foregoing codes CHASSIS Wheels 10524 11528 Tire Size 16 x 4 8 Inflation Pressure 20 psi 1 37 bar 1332 Tire Size 16 x 6 5 13388 1338 Inflation Pressure 14 psi 96 bar Spout Rotation 210 Degrees Impeller 12 30cm 4 Blade Ribbon Flighted Steel Auger Opening Height 19 47 5 cm Drive System Friction Disc 5 Forward Speeds 2 Reverse DIMENSIONS Effective Clearing Width 10524 24 60cm 11528 28 70cm 1332 32 80cm 13388 38 97cm 1338 38 97cm Length 10524 57 142cm 11528 57 142cm 1332 57 142cm 13388 57 142cm 1338 57 142cm Height 10524 38 93cm 11528 38 93cm 1332 38 93cm 13388 38 93cm 1338 38 93cm Weight 10524 245 Ibs 111kg 11528 265 Ibs 120kg 1332 275 Ibs 125kg 13388 275 Ibs 125kg 1338 300 Ibs 136kg 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 you 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 29 Parts amp Accessories
19. he 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 automobiles 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 d
20. he primer button D two times if engine is cold Do not prime a warm engine 6 Engine Mounted Electric Start Press the starter button to crank the engine Manual Start Pull starter handle C rapidly to start the engine Do not allow the starter handle to snap back let the starter rope rewind slowly while keep ing a firm grip on the starter handle 7 As the engine starts and begins to operate evenly turn the choke knob G slowly clockwise to the OFF position and set the Throttle Lever to SLOW If the engine falters turn the choke knob counter clockwise until the engine runs smoothly and let it run briefly before returning the choke to the OFF position NOTE Allow the engine to warm up at SLOW throttle for a few minutes before operating the snowthrower at full speed The engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature After warming up always operate at full throttle Operation OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER 1 Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction 2 Set the speed selector to the desired forward speed 3 Fully press and hold the auger engage control C Figure 2 on the right hand grip to begin auger rota tion Releasing the auger engage control will disen gage the auger unless the Free Hand Control has been activated See step 5 below 4 Fully press and hold the traction amp Free Hand Control lever B Figure 2 on the left hand grip to engage the traction dri
21. ion GENERAL OPERATION CHECKS BEFORE EACH START UP 1 10 r Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts bolts and clips are secure Check to make sure that the clean out is attached to the machine Do not operate the machine without the clean out tool properly stored on the machine 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 skid shoes if necessary Check the drive control B Figure 2 and auger con trol C for proper operation If adjustment is required see the service section for procedures Check the chute direction control D or E 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 F Figure 2 for proper operation The deflector should pivot freely up and down when the chute deflector knob is loosened Position the chute at the desired starting direction and set the deflector at the desi
22. isc LUBRICATION NOTES Grease locations indicated by grease gun symbol Use grease fittings when present Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed Oil locations indicated by oil can symbol Do not 4 allow oil to drip onto traction drive or friction disc Do not lubricate remote deflector control Regular Maintenance Figure 11 Drive Lubrication A Hex Shaft 17 Figure 12 Grease Axles amp Lubricate Control Levers Channel Handle Model Shown Figure 13 Lubricate Deflector Hinges Regular Maintenance 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 Figure 14 Lubricate Free Hand Control Linkage A DO NOT Lubricate Deflector Control 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
23. l Chute Rotator Turning the crank rotates the discharge chute to desired position Remote Regular Deflector Control Regular Knob Chute Deflector Locks chute deflector in desired position Tilting the chute deflector UP provides a higher stream and greater distance while tilting the deflector DOWN provides a lower stream and less dis tance Remote Chute Deflector Twist the knob to unlock the chute deflector Pull or push the knob to change the deflector angle UP provides a higher stream and greater distance while tilting the deflector DOWN pro vides a lower stream and less distance see Easy Turn Control Easy Turn Control Engaging the Easy Turn lever releases the right wheel to allow easy turning in tight areas Releasing the control automatically engages both drive wheels for full traction Traction Lock Pins The right traction wheel can be completely released using the locking pin See Figure 7 This allows the unit to be easily moved with the engine off Starter Electric Start If Equipped Depressing the starter but ton activates the electric starter The electric start button operates 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 electrical outlet Recoil Starter All Models Pulling the recoil handle cranks the engine Features amp Controls R Fuel Fuel
24. ngine Normally pressing the primer button twice will pro vide enough fuel to start a cold engine Throttle Lever The throttle lever E controls the engine speed For best overall performance the throttle lever should be set to the FAST position Use the SLOW position only for warming the engine or to help prevent snow ice freeze up when shutting the unit down for the day Engine Key The engine key F 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 G adjusts the air fuel mixture and is used to help start a cold engine by 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 STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Turn the fuel valve located below the fuel tank to the ON position Insert the engine key F Figure 1 into the engine key slot and push fully in to the RUN position Move the throttle lever E fully up to the FAST posi tion 11 Operation Figures 1 Engine Controls A Electric Start Button B Fuel Valve C Starter Handle D Primer Button E Throttle Lever F Engine Key G Choke Knob 4 Turn the choke knob G fully counter clockwise if engine is cold Do not choke a warm engine 5 Push t
25. nstructions 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 All WARNING CAUTION and instructional 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 Decals 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 NOTE Engine operation and safety decals are supplied by the engine manufacturer NORTH AMERICAN MODEL DECALS Free Hand Free Hand jEasy Turn Easy Turn Locked Unlocked Drive Drive we Locked Released 20 46 AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH tS wr tr Traction Traction Engage Disengage Part No 1726945 WARNING Main Dash Decal North American Tube Handle Models AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH re Hang ie Hand Read iie operatore mantal for operating anu satey asi ocke nlocke Do not defeat the safety features of control They are for your protection 8 w Easy Turn Easy
26. ol not your hands KOPP SERVICE MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1 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 operators 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 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 safet
27. op Rotate the spout full right Loosen the two screws B Figure 25 securing the belt cover Move the belt guides B Figure 26 by loosening the two capscrews A Remove the auger drive belt as follows a Slip the auger drive belt D Figure 26 from the idler pulley by pushing it away from the pulley and then toward the rear Remove the belt from the engine pulley Slip the belt from under the brake pad Remove two capscrews from bottom cover to snowthrower frame Loosen nuts A Figure 27 on each side to release auger pulley belt stops B Move belt stops and remove belt from pulley C Remove the two bolts D Figure 27 from the gear assembly Loosen the set collar and slide the axle shaft right Belt can be removed from top or bottom For more clearance to remove the belt engage the traction drive lever Remove the traction drive belt as follows a Pull the idler pulley 1 Figure 26 away from the belt and slip the belt from the pulley Slip the belt off the traction pulley and then the engine pulley The arm for the front idler pulley G Figure 26 may have to be pivoted to provide clear ance for removing the belt from the traction pulley Pull the belt out between the auger pulley F Figure 26 and traction pulley b Tilt the cover forward and work it off the snowthrower 26 Figure 25 Belt Cover A Belt Cover B Screws Q ze RE SS S P AN AY A
28. r will be more difficult to activate under a heavy load Activate the lever before beginning a turn When Pushing the Snowthrower For easy turning when pushing the snowthrower disen gage the right wheel using the traction lock pin See Figure 7 1 Turn the unit off remove the engine key and discon nect the spark plug wire 14 EASY TURN TRACTION Easy Turn Lever Engaged Right Wheel Freewheels Left Wheel Drives Figure 7 Traction Drive Lock A Pin in Outer Hole Freewheel B Pin in Inner Hole Drive 2 To DISENGAGE the traction drive lock insert the Traction Lock Pin through the outer hole in the right axle The unit can now be pushed with minimal resis tance 3 To ENGAGE the traction drive lock align the hole in the hub with the inner hole in the axle and install the Traction Lock Pin NOTE Be sure both wheels are locked locking pin in inner hole when clearing snow 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 Heat 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 ext
29. ration CAS n y Simplicity Mfg Inc Port Washington WI USA 5 lt Identification Numbers When contacting your authorized dealer for replace ment parts service or information you MUST have these numbers Record your model name number manufacturer s identi fication numbers and engine serial numbers in the 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 CE Models Place the extra copy of the identification tag in the manual CE IDENTIFICATION TAG MARKINGS Manufacturer s Identification Number Manufacturer s Serial Number Power Rating in Kilowatts Maximum Engine Speed in Rotations per Minute Manufacturer s Address Year of Manufacture CE Compliance Logo Mass of Unit in Kilograms Sound Power in Decibels Sound Pressure at Operator s Position in Decibels Vibration Ac TOmnNMIVOWS This unit complies with ISO 8437 European Machinery Directive 98 37 EC and European EMC Directive 89 336 EC Identification Numbers PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA Model Description Name Number Unit MFG Number Unit SERIAL Number Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number Dealer Name Date Purchased ENGINE REFERENCE DATA Engine Make Engine Model Engine Type Spec Engine Code Serial Number 269XXXX XXXXX XXX XXXX XXX dB A XXX m s2 Simplicity Mfg Inc
30. re pressure not equal 1 Check tire pressure 2 One wheel is set in free wheeling 2 Make certain the left traction lock mode Traction Lock Pin is in the pin is in the INNER holes to OUTER hole engage traction drive Excessive vibration 1 Loose parts or damaged auger 1 STOP engine and REMOVE the key DISCONNECT the spark plug wire Tighten all hardware Replace auger if necessary If vibration con tinues see your dealer Drive fails to move snowthrower 1 Traction drive out of adjustment 1 Readjust drive or shift soeed selec at slow speeds tor setting up one speed faster Speed selector difficult to move or 1 Hex shaft needs lubrication 1 Lubricate hex shaft with 5W 50 syn frozen in place thetic motor oil see Maintenance 21 Adjustments SPEED SELECTOR ADJUSTMENT 1 Loosen the two nuts C Figure 17 2 Place the shift lever in 5th gear 3 Push the lower rod into the housing and tighten the two nuts C Do not lift up or down on rods while tightening Make sure the shoulders of the carriage bolts B are in the slots 4 Always check traction drive tension and auger drive tension after adjusting speed selector AUGER DRIVE TENSION WARNING Do not over tighten as this may lift the lever and cause auger drive to be engaged without depressing the Auger Control 1 With the drive lever released the hook B Figure 18 should barely touch the lever C without raising it There can be
31. red angle 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 10 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 DANGER Do not clean 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 Stop the engine Remove the key 2 Wait 10 seconds to be sure the auger impeller blades have stopped rotating 3 Always use the clean out tool DO NOT use your hands 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 ve
32. rt No 1727024 WARNING Main Dash Decal CE Channel Handle Models Part No 1727208 Auger Danger Decal Part No 1727023 Auger Control Decal Tube Handle Models Part No 1722867 Lubrication Decal Tube Handle Models Part No 1727207 Discharge Chute Danger Decal Safety Icons SAFETY ICONS 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 WARNING DISMEMBERMENT This machine can amputate limbs Keep bystanders and children away when engine is running DANGER DISMEMBERMENT The auger can amputate limbs Keep hands and feet away from auger and rotating parts 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 dy plicity Manufacturing Inc Xo Wa bington WI 53074 0997 USA MODEL SX X XXX XXXX XX XXX AX il i UTA UT PART Nd XXX North American CE Models MIN HL SERIAL NO AO XXXXX J KY 269XXXX La gt zoos w CE Models oo RPM ffA XXX O l Vib
33. rugs 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 Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area Never allow children to operate the unit Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision CLEARING 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 to
34. ry 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 7 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 CONTROLS See Figure 1for the following instructions Units with Optional Electric Start A Electric Start Button The Electric Start Button A activates an electric starter mounted to the engine eliminating the need to pull the starter han dle The Electric Start Button operates on 120 Volts AC which is provided by connection to the extension cord provided with units equipped with this feature Connect this extension cord ONLY to a properly grounded 3 prong electrical outlet 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 e
35. several shots of grease into 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 Figure 16 Lubricating the Auger Shaft Assembly A Grease Fittings C Cotter Pins B Shear Pins D Auger Assembly 18 19 Troubleshooting Adjustments Service TROUBLESHOOTING 4 WARNING This section provides troubleshooting and service instructions Locate the problem and check the possible Before performing any adjustment or service to cause remedy in the order listed 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 Also refer to the engine manufacturers Owner s Manual for additional information For problems not covered here contact your local deal er PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine fails to start 1 Key is OFF 1 Push key in to the ON position 2 Failure to prime cold engine 2 Press primer button twice and restart 3 Fuel valve is in CLOSED position 3 Turn valve to OPEN position 4 Out of fuel 4 Fill fuel tank 5 Choke OFF cold engine 5 Turn choke to ON set throttle to FAST 6 Engine flooded 6 Turn choke to OFF try starting 7 No oe l 7 Check gap Co
36. 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 fuel h If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing imme diately 5 Use extension cords and receptacles as specified 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 t
37. the cable using the following procedure 1 Turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug wire 2 Loosen the jam nut B Figure 23 3 Turn the adjustment nut A to lengthen or shorten the cable The cable should be tightened just until all slack is removed from the lever however it must not engage the Easy Turn release without depressing the control lever 4 Tighten the jam nut SHEAR PIN REPLACEMENT 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 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 24 To replace the shear pins tap out the bro ken pin with a pin punch and install a new shear pin and cotter 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 Use of bolts screws or a harder shear pin will lead to damaged equip ment 25 Adjustments amp Service Figure 23 Cable Adjustment A Adjustment Nut B Jam Nut Figure 24 Shear Pins A Shear Pins B Cotter Pins t 5 Adjustments amp Service BELT REPLACEMENT 1 Turn off the engine remove the spark plug wire and wait for all moving parts to st
38. the spark plug wire Clear auger using clean out tool See warning in SAFETY RULES 5 Auger belt loose or worn 5 Check auger drive belt adjustment 1 Tires slipping 1 Check tire pressure and tread Auger does not stop when auger 1 Free Hand control is ACTIVE 1 Release BOTH auger engage lever is released Control AND Free Hand Control to stop auger 2 Auger clutch rod too tight or bent 2 Loosen or straighten clutch rod 3 Auger drive belt out of adjustment 3 Adjust auger belt 4 Auger belt guide out of adjustment 4 Adjust auger belt guide Snowthrower does not stop when 1 Traction drive clutch rod bent or too 1 Loosen rod to remove slack or drive lever is released tight replace See adjustment procedure 1 Traction drive clutch rod loose 1 Tighten to remove slack See adjustment procedure 2 Drive belt loose broken or 2 Replace drive belt stretched 3 Drive roller chain damaged 3 Replace chain 4 Traction lock pins in free Wheeling 4 Change traction lock pins to INNER position OUTER hole hole to engage traction drive 5 Friction disc worn 5 Replace disc see your dealer Discharge control is difficult to 1 Gearing needs lubrication 1 Oil or grease as required Operate 2 Worm gear not adjusted properly 2 Adjust worm gear See adjustment procedure 3 Control rod gears misaligned 3 Adjust gear bracket See adjust ment procedure Snowthrower veers to one side 1 Ti
39. uel 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 e Disengage the PTO set the parking brake and remove the key e 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 Before starting the unit after it has been stored e Check all fluid levels Check all maintenance items e Perform all recommended checks and procedures found in the engine owner s manual e Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before use 15 Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FREQUENCY Winter Weight Worm Gear Oil Lubricate snowthrower 10 Hours 10W Oil and Grease Check auger gear case lubrication 25 Hours Check tire pressure Monthly 20 psi 1 37 bar Change engine oil 50 Hours Yearly 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 Lithium Grease Check Lubricate Free Hand Linkage 10W Oil Lubricate Auger Shaft Lithium Grease Chang
40. ve and begin moving the snowthrower To disengage the traction drive com pletely release the lever 5 When BOTH levers are depressed the Free Hand Control is activated This allows Auger Engage Control to be released YET AUGER ROTATION WILL CONTINUE until the Free Hand Control is released 6 Select forward or reverse speeds as needed using the Speed Selector A Figure 2 Release both con trol levers before changing drive speeds 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 Stop the engine Remove the key 2 Wait 10 seconds to be sure the auger impeller blades have stopped rotating 3 Always use the clean out tool DO NOT use your hands GROUND SPEED SELECTOR Use the speed selector A Figure 2 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 release both control levers B Figure 2 then move the speed selector to the desired setting Fully depress the control levers to resume ENGINE SPEED Always run the snowthrower at full throttle 12 WARNING When BOTH levers are depressed
41. ve 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 Run In Adjustment ALL MODELS 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 above Adjustments es SE V ol VS SS Figure 19 Traction Drive Adjustment A Adjusting Flats B Spring Hook C Bellcrank Arm D Nut E Adjustment Screw 23 Adjustments MANUAL DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT Pinion Gear Adjustment If the discharge chute is difficult to operate first lubricate the pinion gear A Figure 20 and ring gear F 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 F Loosen the nut G Figure 20 which holds the pinion gear bracket in the slotted hole If the pinion gear is too tight against the ring gear move it away slightly and then retighten the nut
42. y 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 manufacturers 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 reproductive harm 2 If available look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index information on the engine emis sions label DECALS 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 Although reading this manual and safety i
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