Troy-Bilt 5521 Snow Blower User Manual
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1. 0 p 4 TrouUbDlOSNOOTING cccceeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeees p 13 Setting Up Your Snow Thrower p 6 Parts CASE ssiccicvciccttnscessnscreeeereictniaieemannnes p 14 Know Your Snow Thrower ccccceseeeeeees p 7 Accessories amp Kits ccccscseeeeeeseeeeeees p 18 Operating Your Snow Thrower p 8 IU S is cahiinprencccencen apaia p 19 Adjustments amp Maintenance p 10 Warranty cssesivssiensicinccencetacntacexens Back Cover Finding and Recording Model Number BEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information to the sample model plate provided to the right You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear of the snow thrower This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer s A e TROY BILT LLC web site and or obtain assistance from the Customer Support O TROY BILT P O BOX 361131 Department or an authorized service dealer www troybilt com CLEVELAND OH 44136 330 558 7220 866 840 6483 Customer Support Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased without first contacting Customer Support If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below 1 Visit troybilt com Clic2. Safety e Assembly Operation Tips amp Techniques Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts Lists e Warranty OPERATOR S MANUAL OTROY BILT Snow Thrower Model 5521 Squall IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION Warning This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 FORM NO 769 00309C PRINTED IN U S A TROY BILT LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 4 2005 This Operator s Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower It will help you assemble prepare and maintain the unit for best performance Please read and understand what it says Table of Contents Safety L b lS i sisien inniinn p 3 Off Season Storage cccsesssseeeees p 12 Safe Operation Practices
3. 35 36 EA 38 39 1 7 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Part List Snow Thrower For parts and or accessories please call 1 866 840 6483 or 1 330 558 7220 www troybilt com NOTE For painted parts please refer to the list of color codes below Please add the applicable color code wherever needed to the part number to order a replacement part For instance if a part numbered 700 xxxx is painted powder black the part number to order would be 700 xxxx 0637 Troybilt Red 0638 Black 0637 The following accessories and kits are available for single stage snow throwers See the retailer from which you purchased your snow thrower an authorized Troybilt Service Dealer or phone 866 840 6483 for information regarding price and availability MODEL DESCRIPTION OEM 737 0209 4 cycle Snow Thrower Oil Premium 4 cycle snow thrower oil SAE 5W30 200z easy pour bottle OEM 754 0101A Snow Thrower Auger Belt 753 0451 Shave Plate includes replacement shave plate and hardware 753 04472 Rubber Auger Kit Snow Thrower Single Stage For parts and or accessories please call 1 866 840 6483 or 1 330 558 7220 www troybilt com 18 igi NOTES Use this page to make notes and write down important information For parts and or accessories please call 1 866 840 6483 or 1 330 558 7220 www troybilt co
4. 7 Hex Flange Lock Nut 1 4 20 Push Mount Cable Tie Speed Nut 3125 10 Clamp Hose 11 Knob Choke Washer Lock 5 16 3 Flat Washer 349 x 879 x 063 14 Gas Tank Support Wire 15 Spacer Engine 16 Hose Fuel Line 17 Tank Fuel 8 Cap Fuel 1 F PART No DESCRIPTION 29 Hex Screw 1 4 20 x 62 30 Cresent Spiral 31 Auger Axle 32 Hex Screw 1 4 20 x 75 Gr 5 33 Self tapping Screw 1 4 20 x 375 34 Hex Lock Nut 1 4 28 35 Self tapping Screw 1 4 14 x 50 36 Hex Flange Lock Nut 5 16 18 37 Push Cap 1 2 38 Flat Washer 510 x 1 00 x 125 39 Lock Washer 1 4 40 Flat Washer 265x 938x 120 1 4 Ball Bearing 17 x 40 x 12 42 Auger Assembly Housing 43 Shoulder Spacer 25 44 Carriage Screw 1 4 28 45 Bearing Cup 46 Idler Brkt w Brake Pulley hole 1 4 47 Belt Cover 48 Hex Screw 3 8 24 x 1 25 49 Cable Roller 50 Auger Assembly 51 Idler Brkt w Brake Pulley hole 3 8 52 Idler Pulley 3 8 hole 53 Hex Screw 3 8 24 x 1 25 54 Jam Lock Nut 3 8 24 55 Foam Tape 625 x 25 Ooo Za je ro iN De 1 ine e 9 V Belt 1 2 20 Pulley Half 625 ID x 2 25 OD 21 Pulley 1 2 V 1 2 20 LH x 6 0 2 Bracket Engine Bracket Support Gas Tank Primer Hose Line Primer Wheel 7 x 1 5 Star Gray Idler Pulley Pulley hole 1 4 735 04033 Rubber Paddle 2 23 24 25 26 27 28 NO EJ EJ EE 32 3 ES ES EJ 37 38 EJ 40 Ka 43 zs 45 Ea a 48 49 50
5. For complete and detailed engine starting stopping and storing instructions it is recom mended that you read the engine manual also included with this unit 1 The spark plug wire was disconnected for safety Attach spark plug wire to spark plug before starting Gas and Oil Fill Up 1 Check oil and gasoline level and add if necessary Follow related instructions in the separate engine manual packed with your snow thrower WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition To Start Engine 1 To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning make sure engine is outdoors in a well ventilated area 2 Insert ignition key into slot Turn key to ON position 3 Now follow the instructions below as it pertains to your unit See Figure 5 for location of controls Figure 5 lt Choke Lever A Electric Starter if so equipped WARNING The electric starter must be used with a properly grounded three prong receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock Follow all instructions carefully prior to operating the electric starter The electric starter is equipped with a grounded three wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current Determine
6. Proceed as follows The upper hole in the control handle provides for an adjustment in cable tension To adjust disconnect the end of control cable from the bottom hole in the control handle and reinsert it in the upper hole Insert the cable from the outside as shown in Figure 8 Test the snow thrower to see if there is a noticeable difference Carburetor WARNING If any adjustments need to be made to the engine while the engine is running e g carburetor keep clear of all moving parts Be careful of muffler engine and other surrounding heated surfaces 1 Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for carburetor adjustment information 10 Replacing Belt WARNING Before servicing repairing or inspecting disengage the control bail and stop engine Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting Remove the belt cover by removing five hex screws See Figure 9 Then simply pull the belt off by grasping it from the bottom of the auger pulley and pulling off Once you remove the belt from the pulleys you can push down on the idler pulley to release the belt from under belt keeper To replace the belt follow these instructions and refer to Figure 10 1 Push down on the Idler pulley 2 Put belt on top of the auger pulley under belt keeper 3 Thread belt around engine pulley WARN l NG 4
7. Push belt over bottom of auger pulley Reinstall the belt cover removed earlier 7 Before servicing J f repairing or inspect 1 Refertoth s ngne aiaa ing disengage the Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine control bail and stop maintenance procedures F engine Wait until all 2 Check engine and snow thrower frequently for loose moving parts have hardware and tighten as needed i f come to a complete Lubrication 5 K stop Disconnect Lubricate pivot points on the control handle and the p i WV spark plug wire and extension spring at the end of the control cable with a light oil once every season and before storage of the snow thrower at the end of the season ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting Replacing Auger Paddles The snow thrower auger s rubber paddles are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of excessive wear is present IMPORTANT Do NOT allow the auger s rubber paddles to wear to the point where portions of the metal auger itself can come in contact with the pavement Doing so IMPORTANT can result in serious damage to your snow thrower Do NOT allow the NOTE Call 1 866 840 6483 for information regarding the auger s rubber paddles price and availability of Auger Kit 753 04472 or contact to wear to the point an authorized Troy bilt Service Dealer in your area where portions of the To change the rubber paddles proceed as follows
8. 5 52 53 54 55 al 2 o EH NOTES For a proper working machine use Factory Approved Parts V belts are designed to engage and disengage safely A substitute non OEM V belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely 2852 y NOTE Snow thrower features components vary by model NOT all parts listed above and pictured on the previous page are standard equipment 15 Part List Snow For parts and or accessories please call 1 866 840 6483 or 1 330 558 7220 www troybilt com S Part List Snow Thrower For parts and or accessories please call 1 866 840 6483 or 1 330 558 7220 www troybilt com REF PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Qty 720 0284 Handle Knob Assembly 5 16 18 725 0157 Cable Tie 736 0451 Saddle Washer 320 x 93 749 04106 Upper Handle Gull Wing 710 0487 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 2 0 Gr 1 684 0178 Mitten Grip Bracket 747 04159 Bail Gull Wing 710 1090 Hex Flange Screw 5 16 18 x 1 25 Ignition Key Ring Lower Chute 731 04886 Chute Adapter 5 Dia Extension Spring 710 3083 Hex Screw 5 16 18 x 1 375 712 0252 Hex Nut 5 8 32 x 12 Special 710 0895 Screw 1 4 15 x 75 710 1003 Self tapping Screw 10 16 x 625 725 2018 Key Switch Electric Start 684 04029 Shroud Assembly Black Incl Spark Plug Cover Lt 6 7 8 9 o on 2 E E 5 E aa E E 0 a 2 23 24 25 26 EA 28 EN 0 EEN 2 33 4
9. could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this man ual before attempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol HEED IT S WARNING Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine Snow Thrower Setup NOTE This Operator s Manual covers several models Snow thrower features vary by model Not all features discussed in this manual are applicable to all snow thrower models NOTE All references to left or right side of the snow thrower is from the operating position only IMPORTANT Do not use the chute handle to lift the snow thrower NOTE This Operator s Manual covers several models Snow thrower features vary by model Not all features discussed in this manual are applicable to all snow thrower models NOTE All references to left or right side of the snow thrower is from the operating position only Contents of Carton Carton contents are listed below with part numbers in parentheses 1 Two Ignition Keys 725 0201 2 20 oz Bottle 5 30W Oil 737 0209 3 Extension Cord if so equipped 629 0071 WARNING Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting P
10. fied No other express warranty whether written or oral except as mentioned above given by any person or entity including a dealer or retailer with respect to any product shall bind Troy Bilt During the period of the warranty the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale Troy Bilt shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including without limitation expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY This limited war ranty gives you specific legal rights
11. light as on a furnace water heater clothes dryer or gas appliance NOTE It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts of the engine such as the carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer Follow these instructions to prepare your snow thrower for storage WARNING Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away from any open flame Be certain engine is cool Do not smoke Fuel left in engine during warm weather deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems 1 Remove all gasoline from the carburetor and the fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and harming the engine 2 Run the engine until the fuel tank is empty and it stops due to lack of fuel 3 Drain carburetor by pressing upward on bowl drain located below the carburetor cover WARNING Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer Never use engine or carburetor cleaning products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur NOTE Fuel stabilizer such as STA BIL is an accept able alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposit
12. over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equip ment Move machine to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame spark or pilot light e g furnace water heater space heater clothes dryer etc j Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing Q o Oo 5 Q qm Operation 1 Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts in the auger impeller housing or chute assembly Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and feet 2 The auger impeller control lever is a safety device Never bypass its operation Doing so makes the machine unsafe and may cause personal injury 3 The control levers must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released 4 Never operate with a missing or damaged chute assembly Keep all safety devices in place and working 5 Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas 6 Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs 7 Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch 8 Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surf
13. starter rope will produce a loud clattering sound which is not harmful to the engine or starter 4 Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in the area of the control levers Also move control levers back and forth several times Leave choke control in the FULL choke position 5 Remove ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting Operating the Snow Thrower The pitch of the chute assembly controls the angle at which the snow is thrown 1 Loosen the wing knob found on the left side of the chute assembly and pivot the upper chute upward or downward to the desired pitch Retighten the wing knob before operating the snow thrower 2 Position the chute assembly opening by using the Chute Handle to throw the snow in the desired direction See Figure 6 Figure 6 Operating Tips 1 Discharge snow downwind whenever possible Slightly overlap each previously cleared path 2 Lifting up on the handle will allow the rubber on the augers to propel the snow thrower forward Pushing downward on the handle will raise the augers off the ground and stop forward motion NOTE Excessive upward pressure on the handle will result in premature wear on the rubber auger blades which would not be covered by warranty 3 Run the engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry any moisture on the engine 4 Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use WARNING Muffler engine and s
14. that your house wiring is a three wire grounded system Ask a licensed electrician if you are not certain If your home wiring system is not a three wire grounded system do not use this electric starter under any conditions If your home electrical system is grounded but a three hole receptacle is not available one should be installed by a licensed electrician before using the electric starter If you have a grounded three prong receptacle proceed as follows Move Choke Control to the Full position Push Primer three 3 times making sure to cover vent hole when pushing Connect power cord to switch box on dash panel Plug the other end of power cord into a three prong 120 volt grounded AC receptacle Push starter button to crank engine 10 When engine starts release starter button and move choke gradually to 1 2 Choke until the engine runs smoothly Next move Choke to OFF If engine falters move choke immediately to FULL and then gradually to 1 2 then to OFF Disconnect the power cord Always unplug from the outlet first and then from the snow thrower Recoil Starter 1 Move choke lever to FULL choke position cold engine start 1 2 If engine is warm place choke in OFF position instead of FULL 3 Push Primer three 3 times making sure to cover vent hole when pushing 4 If engine is warm push primer button only once NOTE Always cover vent hole in pr
15. 1 Chut bly clogged 1 St ine and di t spark E Chute assembly clogged Stop engine and disconnect spar snow plug wire Clean chute and inside when calling Customer of auger housing with clean out Support logging tool or stick onto our website and 2 Shear pin sheared 2 Replace shear pin contacting a service 3 Foreign object lodged in auger 3 Stop engine immediately and dealer Piease refer disconnect the spark plug wire Remove object from auger to page 2 of this 4 Auger control cable out of 4 Adjust auger control cable manual for information adjustment regarding locating and 5 Auger belt loose or damaged 5 Replace auger belt recording your model and serial numbers NOTE For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above contact your nearest authorized service representative or call 1 866 840 6483 for the Customer Support Center Refer to the engine manual for more engine related information 13 A ATE You can determine which drive pulley system your unit has by measuring this hole Units with a 3 8 hole use these part numbers You can determine which drive pulley system your unit has by measuring this hole Units with a 1 4 hole use these part numbers 14 REF PART No DESCRIPTION 1 Extension Cord 2 Hex Screw 5 16 24 x 1 75 3 Hex Screw 5 16 24 x 75 Self Tapping Screw 3 8 16 x 1 5 Hex Screw 1 4 20 x 62 Screw 10 16 x 625
16. aces Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic 9 Exercise caution when changing direction and while operat ing on slopes 10 Plan your snow throwing pattern to avoid discharge towards windows walls cars etc Thus avoiding possible property damage or personal injury caused by a ricochet 11 Never direct discharge at children bystanders and pets or allow anyone in front of the machine 12 Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast of a rate 13 Never operate this machine without good visibility or light Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles Walk never run 14 Disengage power to the auger impeller when transporting or not in use 15 Never operate machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces Look down and behind and use care when backing up 16 If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine Inspect thoroughly for damage Repair any damage before starting and operating 17 Disengage all control levers and stop engine before you leave the operating position behind the handles Wait until the auger impeller comes to a complete stop before unclogging the chute assembly making any adjustments or inspections 18 Never put your hand in the discharge or collector openings Always use the clean out tool provided to unclog the dis charge opening Do not unclog chute assembly
17. and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state IMPORTANT Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage Troy Bilt LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Phone 1 866 840 6483 1 330 558 7220
18. available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area check your Yellow Pages or contact Troy Bilt LLC at P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 or call 1 866 840 6483 or 1 330 558 7220 or log on to our Web site at www troybilt com This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a The engine or component parts thereof These items may carry a separate manufacturer s warranty Refer to applicable manufacturer s warranty for terms and conditions b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty C Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer TROY BILT e Troy Bilt does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States its possessions and territories except those sold through Troy Bilt s authorized channels of export distribution f Replacement parts that are not genuine Troy Bilt parts g Transportation charges and service calls No implied warranty including any implied warranty of merchant ability of fitness for a particular purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identi
19. g Wf metal auger itself can 1 Remove the existing rubber paddles by unthreading the li come in contact with self tapping screws which secure them to the auger the pavement Doin See Figure 11 p g 2 Secure the replacement rubber paddles to the auger so can result in serious using the hardware removed earlier EG damage to your snow S thrower Figure 11 Off Season Storage WARNING Never store snow thrower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light as on a furnace water heater clothes dryer or gas appliance Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away from any open flame Be certain engine is cool Do not smoke Fuel left in engine during warm weather deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer Never use engine or carburetor cleaning products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer or if it is the end of the snow season when the last possibility of snow is gone the equipment needs to be stored properly Follow storage instructions below to ensure top performance from the snow thrower for many more years Preparing Engine WARNING Never store snow thrower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot
20. ields during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer garments Do not wear jewelry long scarves or other loose clothing which could become entangled in moving parts Wear footwear which will improve footing on slippery surfaces Use a grounded three wire extension cord and receptacle for all units with electric start engines Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces Disengage all control levers before starting the engine Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running except where specifically recommended in the operator s manual Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before starting to clear snow To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately a Use only an approved gasoline container b Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Never fuel machine indoors Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refuel ing Never
21. imer button when pushing Additional priming may be necessary for first start if temperature is below 15 degrees Fahrenheit 5 Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until it pulls slightly harder Let rope rewind slowly 6 Pull starter handle rapidly Do not allow handle to snap back Allow it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle 7 As engine warms up and begins to operate evenly rotate choke lever slowly to the 1 2 Choke position When the engine begins to run smoothly move the choke to the OFF position If engine falters return to FULL choke then slowly move to 1 2 then OFF position To Stop Engine 1 To stop engine turn ignition key counter clockwise Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended To help prevent possible freeze up of starter proceed as follows 1 Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine 2 Electric Starter Connect power cord to switch box on engine then to 120 volt AC receptacle With the engine running push starter button and spin the starter for several seconds The unusual sound made by spinning the starter will not harm engine or starter Disconnect the power cord from receptacle first and then from switch box 3 Recoil Starter With engine running pull starter rope with a rapid continuous full arm stroke three or four times Pulling the
22. ine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine Training Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before attempting to assemble and operate Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury Plan your snow throwing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads bystanders and the like Keep bystanders helpers pets and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating in reverse Preparation Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all doormats newspapers sleds boards wires and other foreign objects which could be tripped over or thrown by the auger impeller Always wear safety glasses or eye sh
23. inserted in key switch and in the ON position for engine to start Recoil Starter The starter handle is used to manually start the engine Electric Starter Button If so equipped Pressing the electric starter button engages the engine s electric starter when plugged into a 120V power source Electric Starter Plug if so equipped Requires use of a two prong outdoor extension cord packed with the snow thrower and a 120V power source wall outlet Spark Plug Cover Remove spark plug cover to access spark plug IGNITION Figure 4 Spark Plug Access Oil Fill Auger When engaged the augers rotation draws snow into the auger housing and throws it out the discharge chute Rubber paddles on the augers also aid in propelling the unit as they come in contact with the pavement Auger Control Handle Located on the upper handle the auger control handle is used to engage and disengage drive to the auger Squeeze the control handle against the upper handle to engage auger release it to disengage Discharge Chute Chute Handle Rotate the discharge chute to the left or right using chute handle Pitch of the discharge chute controls angle at which the snow is thrown Loosen wing knob on side of the discharge chute before pivoting discharge chute upward or downward Retighten the knob once desired position has been achieved Shave Plate The shave plate maintains contact with pavement as the snow thro
24. k on the Service amp Support menu option 2 Phone a Customer Support Representative at 1 866 840 6483 3 The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifica tions warranty and service Please refer to the engine manufacturer s Owner s Operator s Manual packed separately with your unit for more information S My Stuff Login Help Products amp Services Search Text optional Search Tips au Products Search Search by as Similar Phrases 1v ORighthow E 2 4 DANGER A DANGER 1 KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING AUGER CONTACT WITH AUGER CAN AMPUTATE HANDS AND FEET AND REMAIN BEHIND HANDLES UNTIL ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED BEFORE 3 T0 AVOID THROWN OBJECTS INJURIES NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT BYSTANDERS USE EXTRA CAUTION WHEN OPERATING ON GRAVEL SURFACES 4 READ OPERATOR S MANUAL AVOID INJURY FROM ROTATING AUGER KEEP HANDS FEET AND CLOTHING AWAY e NEVER PUT HAND IN CHUTE CONTACT WITH ROTATING PARTS CAN AMPUTATE FINGERS AND HANDS e SHUT OFF ENGINE AND WAIT UNTIL ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED BEFORE UNCLOGGING e USE CLEAN OUT TOOL OR WOODEN STICK TO UNCLOG DISCHARGE CHUTE 2 DISENGAGE CLUTCH LEVERS STOP ENGINE UNCLOGGING OR SERVICING MACHINE Safety Labels WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety and or property of yo
25. m MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR O The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States its posses sions and territories Troy Bilt warrants this product against defects in material and workman ship for a period of two 2 years commencing on the date of original purchase and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part accessory or attachment not approved by Troy Bilt for use with the product s covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage Normal wear parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty 30 days from the date of purchase Normal wear parts include but are not limited to items such as batteries belts blades blade adapters grass bags rider deck wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes shave plates auger spiral rubber and tires HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is
26. nder the housing If the shave plate wears out excessively or the unit does not self propel the shave plate may be too low and needs to be adjusted NOTE On new units or units with a new shave plate installed the augers may be slightly off the ground 2 To adjust tip the snow thrower back so that it rests on the handle Loosen the four lock nuts and bolts which secure the shave plate to the housing See Figure 7 Move the shave plate to desired position and retighten the nuts and bolts securely Replacing Shave Plate The shave plate is attached to the bottom of the auger housing and is subject to wear It should be checked periodically There are two wearing edges and the shave plate can be reversed Refer to Figure 7 1 Remove the four carriage bolts and hex lock nuts which attach it to the snow thrower housing 2 Install new shave plate making sure the heads of the carriage bolts are on the inside of the housing 3 Adjust the shave plate according to instructions above Tighten securely once adjusted NOTE Call 1 866 840 6483 for information regarding price and availability of Shave Plate Kit 753 0451 or contact the authorized Troy bilt Service Dealer in your area Control Cable As a result of both the control cable and the drive belt stretching due to wear periodic adjustments may be necessary If the auger seems to hesitate when rotating while the engine maintains a constant speed an adjustment is necessary
27. ooded from excessive Wait at least ten minutes before priming starting Engine runs erratic 1 Unit running on choke 1 Move choke lever to OFF position 2 Fuel line blocked or stale fuel 2 Clean fuel line and fill tank with fresh clean gasoline 3 Water or dirt in fuel system 3 Refer to engine manual for remedy 4 Carburetor out of adjustment 4 Refer to engine manual for remedy Engine overheats 1 Carburetor out of adjustment 1 Refer to engine manual for instruction Please do NOT Loss of power 1 Spark plug wire loose 1 Firmly connect spark plug wire return the unit to the 2 Vent in gas cap plugged 2 Clear vent retailer from which it was purchased Excessive vibration 1 Loose parts or damaged auger Stop engine immediately and without first contacting disconnect spark plug wire Check for possible damage Tighten all Customer Support bolts and nuts Repair as needed If Log onto the problem persists take unit to an authorized service dealer www tr oybilt com or call a customer Unit fails to self propel 1 Drive cable out of adjustment 1 Adjust control cable following instruc service representative tions on page 9 of this manual at 1 866 840 6483 or 2 Drive belt loose or damaged 2 Replace drive belt 330 558 7220 Augers continue to rotate 1 Cable out of adjustment Adjust auger control cable as Note shown in Making Adjustments on You will need the pager te model number and Unit fails to discharge
28. ositioning the Upper Handle 1 Remove packing material if present 2 Making sure not to pinch the cable in the process pivot the upper handle into the operating position as illustrated in Figure 1 until it clicks into place 3 Tighten the wing knobs to secure the handle in place as in Figure 1 Assembling the Discharge Chute For shipping reasons the snow thrower has been packaged with the upper chute pivoted all the way down To pivot it upward proceed as follows 1 Turn the chute until the chute opening is facing straight ahead 2 Remove the wing knob flat washer and carriage bolt from the lower chute See Figure 2 3 Pivot the upper chute upward over the lip on the lower chute so that there is NO gap between the upper chute and the lower chute 4 Resecure with the hardware just removed If installed correctly your snow thrower should look like Figure 3 IMPORTANT Do not use the chute handle to lift the snow thrower Auger Control Handle Recoil Starter Primer Gasoline Cap Chute Assembly Shave Plate Choke Lever Activating choke control closes the choke plate on carburetor and aids in starting engine Refer to the engine manual packed with unit for more detailed instructions Primer Depressing primer forces fuel directly into engine s carburetor to aid in cold weather starting Refer to engine manual packed with unit for more detailed instructions Ignition Key Ignition key must be present
29. rformance and compromise safety 6 Check controls periodically to verify they engage and disengage properly and adjust if necessary Refer to the adjustment section in this operator s manual for instructions 7 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as neces sary 8 Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment 9 Prior to storing run machine a few minutes to clear snow from machine and prevent freeze up of auger impeller 10 Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as a water heater furnace clothes dryer etc 11 Always refer to the operator s manual for proper instructions on off season storage onment Do not modify engine To avoid serious injury or death do not modify engine in any way Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor Notice regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE Small Off Road Equipment are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline and may include the following emission control systems Engine Modifica tion EM and Three Way Catalyst TWC if so equipped Safe Operation Practices WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed
30. s during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer 4 Remove the spark plug and pour one 1 ounce of engine oil through the spark plug hole into the cylinder Cover spark plug hole with a rag and crank the engine several times to distribute the oil Replace spark plug NOTE Refer to the engine manual for more information on preparing the snow thrower engine for storage Preparing Snow Thrower 1 When storing the snow thrower in an unventilated or metal storage shed care should be taken to rustproof the equipment Using a light oil or silicone coat the equipment especially any chains springs bearings and cables 2 Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and equipment 3 Follow lubrication recommendations on page 11 4 Store equipment in a clean dry area 12 Problem Possible Cause s Engine fails to start 1 Fuel tank empty or stale fuel Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 2 Blocked fuel line Clean fuel line 3 Key not in ON position Insert key and turn to ON position 4 Spark plug wire disconnected Connect wire to spark plug e 5 Faulty spark plug Clean spark plug readjust gap or Trou ble replace 6 Engine not primed Prime engine four times Shooting 7 Engine fl
31. ur rounding areas become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch Operation WARNING WARNING Muffler engine and surrounding areas become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch IMPORTANT For complete and detailed engine starting stopping and storing instructions it is recommended that you read the engine manual also included with this unit NOTE Excessive upward pressure on the handle will result in premature wear on the rubber auger blades which would not be covered by warranty Adjustments amp Maintenance WARNING Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting NEVER attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except where specified in the operator s manual Before servicing repairing or inspecting disengage the control bail and stop engine Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop Figure 7 Figure 8 WARNING Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting WARNING NEVER attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except where specified in the operator s manual Shave Plate 1 To check the adjustment of the shave plate place the unit on a level surface The wheels shave plate and augers should all contact level surface Note that if the shave plate is adjusted too high snow may blow u
32. urself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before at tempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine WARNING Engine Exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle compo nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death Practices WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before at tempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power mach
33. wer is propelled allowing snow close to pavement s surface to be discharged Gasoline Cap Remove gas cap to add fuel Unit runs on regular gas Oil Fill Remove cap to add oil Refer to engine owner s manual packed with this unit for instructions on adding oil Know Your Snow Thrower IMPORTANT This unit is shipped without oil in the engine but oil packaged separately which must be added per the engine owner s manual instructions NOTE This unit may include a fuel plug which is only used during assembly to keep dirt and debris out of fuel tank Discard the fuel plug before filling the fuel tank Operation WARNING WARNING Read understand and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition The electric starter must be used with a properly grounded three prong receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock Follow all instructions carefully prior to operating the electric starter Recoil Starter Primer Gasoline Cap Before Starting WARNING Read understand and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating IMPORTANT
34. while engine is running Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging 19 Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer e g wheel weights tire chains cabs etc 20 If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your dealer or call 800 520 5520 for assistance and the name of your nearest servicing dealer Maintenance amp Storage 1 Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Refer to the maintenance and adjust ment sections of this manual 2 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting machine disen gage all control levers and stop the engine Wait until the auger impeller come to a complete stop Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting 3 Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition Also visually inspect machine for any damage 4 Do not change the engine governor setting or over speed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine 5 Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are subject to wear and damage For your safety protection frequently check all components and replace with original equipment manufacturer s OEM parts only Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper pe
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