Troy-Bilt 31AH9Q77766 Snow Blower User Manual
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3. Safety Assembly Operation Tips amp Techniques e Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts Lists e Warranty OPERATOR S MANUAL OTROY BILT Two Stage Snow Thrower Storm 13045 31AH9Q77766 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 uniiproved 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 PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 769 00381C 6 28 06 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 Customer Support 2 Safety Labels ericccsciisvencsssnanseeewectrseansnnnwadennneiennns 3 Safe Operation Practices 4 Setting Up You
4. auger and drive are properly routed and not pinched or kinked before pivoting handle upward a Remove the lower star knob and carriage bolt from each side of the lower handle Pull up and back on upper handle as shown in Figure 3 1 Align upper handle with the lower handle Make certain the springs at the lower end of the auger and drive cables are securely hooked into their respective actuator bracket 2 a Secure the upper handle and lower handle with the two star knobs and carriage bolts removed earlier See Figure 3 2 Tighten the two star knobs already installed in the upper holes to firmly secure the upper handle and support tubes 3 Align the upper and lower shift rods then slide the shift rod connector down over the end of the lower shift rod Tap the connector until the lower rod is completely through the connector See Figure 3 3 Di NOTE If the connector is not properly assembled the shift rod will pivot and you will not be able to change speeds or direction Figure 3 4 NOTE If the full range of speeds forward and reverse can not be achieved refer to the Making Adjustments section 4 a Remove the internal cotter pin from the upper chute crank Slide the upper chute crank into the sleeve z Setti ng U p on the lower chute crank b Align the hole in the upper chute crank with the G You r Snow hole in the sleeve If necessary use a pair of pliers to assi
5. slowly allow the rope to recoil 4 Pull the starter handle with a firm rapid stroke Do not release the handle and allow it to snap back Keep a firm hold on the starter handle and allow it to slowly recoil 12 5 As the engine warms slowly rotate the choke control to the OFF position If the engine falters quickly rotate the choke control back to the FULL position and then slowly into the OFF position again NOTE Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after starting The engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperatures Stopping the Engine Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine 1 Move throttle control to STOP position 2 Remove the ignition key do not turn key to prevent unauthorized use of equipment 3 Wipe all snow and moisture from the area around the engine as well as the area in and around the drive control and auger control Also engage and release both controls several times NOTE Keep the key in a safe place The engine cannot start without the ignition key To Engage Drive 1 With the engine running near top speed move shift lever to one of six FORWARD positions or two REVERSE positions Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions that exist NOTE Use slower speeds in higher snow and or until you are familiar with the snow thrower operation 2 Squeeze drive control against the right handle and the snow t
6. thrower skid shoes friction wheels shave plates auger spiral rubber and tires HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area In the U S A 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 In Canada Contact MTD Products Limited Kitchener ON N2G 4J1 or call 1 800 668 1238 or log on to our Web site at www mtdcanada 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 FRDWV HIET 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 e Troy Bilt does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States and or Canada and their respective possessions and territories except those sold through Troy Bilt s authorized channels of export distribut
7. 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 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
8. adjusted by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly Refer to Operating Your Snow Thrower for instructions The remote chute control cables have been pre adjusted at the factory Move the remote chute lever on the control panel back and forward to adjust angle of the chute assembly Drive Control Refer to the Final Adjustment section of the Assembly instructions to adjust the drive control To further check the adjustment proceed as follows 1 With the snow thrower tipped forward be certain to drain gasoline or place plastic film under the gas cap if the snow thrower has already been operated remove the frame cover underneath the snow thrower by removing the self tapping screws See Figure 5 2 2 Locate the opening between the axle support bracket and the front frame support See Figure 5 3 Looking through this opening with the drive control released there must be 1 8 clearance between the friction wheel and the drive plate in all positions of the shift lever 3 With the drive control engaged the friction wheel must contact the drive plate See Figure 5 3 4 fthere is no friction wheel clearance or the friction wheel does not solidly contact the drive plate re adjust the lock nut on the lower end of the drive cable following the instructions in the Assembly section 5 Reassemble the frame cover IU arr r IL lil
9. can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below Visit www troybilt com for many useful suggestions Click the Tool Bench tab to access the Troy Bilt Solution Center Call a Customer Support Representative at The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regard to performance power rating specifications warranty and service Please refer to the 1 866 840 6483 engine manufacturer s Owner s Operator s Manual packed separately with your unit for more information TROY BILT PRODUCT amp SERVICE SOLUTIONS Customer Service Find answers to all your Troy Bilt questions Visit our customer service Get Answers Product Registration A convenient way to register your Troy Bilt products and be entered to win Register Today Porter amp Accerrorier Maintenance Owner Manuclr Scheduler Flork Moduler Watch the experts use product and perform service COMING SOON Get more out of your Troy Bilt products and find parts Can t find your owners i manuals Find it and download it now Prolong the life of your Troy Bilt Tractor COMING SOON r Parts and View Owner s ries Manuals ADANGER E ADANGER KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING IMPELLER AND AUGER CONTACT WITH IMPELLER OR AUGER CAN AMPUTATE HANDS AND FEET USE CLEAN OUT TOOL TO UNCLOG DISCHARGE CHUTE DISENGAGE CLUTCH LEVERS STOP ENGINE AND R
10. has six forward F 3 Specifications are speeds with position number one 1 subject to change being the slowest speed 4 2 without notification Reverse F1 or obligation Images Your snow thrower has two reverse R may not reflect your speeds with position number one 1 exact model and being the slower speed R 1 are for reference purposes only R2 Know Your Snow Thrower Shift Lever Tilt Control lt Auger Control J DIA YA P d Pos Chute lt Directional Control Wheel Steering Control Engine Controls Recoil Starter Handle Ignition Primer Control Electric Starter Outlet Throttle Control Figure 4 1 Now that you have setup your snow thrower it s important to become acquainted with its controls and features Choke Control The choke control anm S is found on the rear of the engine and is activated by rotating the knob clockwise Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine Throttle Control The throttle control is located on the engine It regulates the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine when pushed down completely Primer Depressing the primer forces fuel directly into the engine s carburetor to aid in cold weather starting Oil Fill Engine oil level can be checked and oil added vr through the oil fill D 10 Auger Control 2 AUGER CO
11. 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 machine 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 pla
12. re tension with the idler pulley Figure 6 9 Specifications are subject to change without notification or obligation Images may not reflect your exact model and are for reference purposes only 5 Reassemble by performing the previous steps in the opposite order and manner of removal Figure 6 12 Figure 6 11 19 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower WARNING Always stop engine disconnect spark plug and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine Specifications are subject to change without notification or obligation Images may not reflect your exact model and are for reference purposes only Figure 6 13 screw and washer Remove hex q g Hex Shaft Changing Friction Wheel The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and should be checked after the first 25 hours of operation and periodically thereafter Replace the friction wheel if any signs of wear or cracking are found Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap e Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the housing Remove screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower See Figure 6 13 Remove the right wheel from the axle Using a 3 4 wrench hold the hex shaft and remove the hex screw and
13. use care and good judgment Contact your dealer for assistance 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 performance 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 env
14. Controls Figure 3 9 Testing Auger Drive Control When the auger control is released and in the disengaged up position the cable should have very little slack but should NOT be tight 1 In a well ventilated area start the snow thrower engine as instructed in the Operation section Make sure the throttle is set in the fast position While standing in the operator s position behind the snow thrower engage the auger control and allow the auger to remain engaged for approximately ten seconds before releasing the auger control Repeat this several times With the engine running in the fast position and the auger control in the disengaged up position walk to the front of the machine Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating and shows no signs of motion If the auger shows any signs of rotating immediately return to the operator s position and shut off the engine Wait for all moving parts to stop before readjusting the auger control cable Adjusting Drive and Auger Controls Il From beneath the handle pull downward on the appropriate cable and unhook the spring found on the end of the cable from its respective actuator bracket Refer to Figures 3 9 and 3 10 Slide the spring up the cable to expose the cable coupler threads and lock nut Refer to Figure 3 11 Adjust the lock nut as follows 3 If adjusting the drive cable thread the lock nut outward down the
15. EMAIN BEHIND HANDLES UNTIL ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED BEFORE UNCLOGGING OR SERVICING MACHINE TO AVOID THROWN OBJECTS INJURIES USE EXTRA CAUTION WHEN OPERATING ON GRAVEL SURFACES AVOID INJURY FROM ROTATING AUGER READ OPERATOR S MANUAL KEEP HANDS FEET 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 A chute clean out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing with a mounting clip The tool is designed to clear a chute assembly of ice and snow This item is fastened with a cable tie at the factory Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower WARNING Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before using the clean out tool to clear the chute assembly Safety Labels 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
16. NTROL Zi em 8 The auger control is located on the left handle Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the augers and start snow throwing action Release to stop A Drive Control Auger Lock i DRIVE ma N CONTROL A The drive control is located on the right handle Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the wheel drive Release to stop The drive control also locks the auger control so you can operate the chute directional control without interrupting the snow throwing process If the auger control is en gaged simultaneously with the drive control the operator can release the auger control on the left handle and the augers will remain engaged Release both controls to stop the augers and wheel drive IMPORTANT Always release the drive control before changing speeds Chute Tilt Control The distance snow is thrown can be changed by adjust ing the angle of the chute assembly Move the chute tilt control forward to decrease the distance toward the rear to increase Chute Directional Control The chute directional control is located on the left side of the snow thrower Tochange the direction in which snow is thrown crank clockwise to discharge to the left and counter clockwise to discharge to the right Wheel Steering Controls The left and right wheel steering controls are located on the underside of the handles Squeeze the right control to
17. asoline Prime engine as instructed in Operat ing Your Snow Thrower Clean adjust gap or replace Clean fuel line Insert key fully into the switch Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Unit running on CHOKE Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 3 Water or dirt in fuel system 4 Carburetor out of adjustment Carburetor not adjusted properly Move choke lever to OFF position Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel Contact an authorized Service Center Contact Service Center Excessive Vibration Loose parts or damaged auger Stop engine immediately and discon nect spark plug wire Tighten all bolts and nuts If vibration continues have unit serviced by an authorized Service Center Loss of power Spark plug wire loose Gas cap vent hole plugged Exhaust port plugged Connect and tighten spark plug wire Remove ice and snow from gas cap Be certain vent hole is clear Contact Service Center Unit fails to propel itself Drive control cable in need of adjust ment Drive belt loose or damaged Adjust drive control cable Refer to Making Adjustments Replace drive belt Unit fails to discharge snow Chute assembly clogged Foreign object lodged in auger Auger control cable in need of adjust ment 4 Auger belt loose or damag
18. bber boot is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug 2 Make certain both the auger control and drive control are in the disengaged released position 3 Move throttle control up to FAST position Insert ignition key into slot Make sure it snaps into place Do not attempt to turn the key NOTE The engine cannot start unless the key is inserted into ignition switch Do not turn the key Electric Starter 1 Determine that your home s wiring is a three wire grounded system Ask a licensed electrician if you are not certain WARNING The optional electric starter is equipped with a grounded three wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current It 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 If your house 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 1 Plug the extension cord into the outlet located on the engine s surface Plug the other end of extension cord into a three prong 120 volt grounded AC outlet in a well v
19. ce 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 shields 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
20. 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 Letengine 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 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
21. coupler to lengthen the cable and allow the unit to move freely when the control is released Thread the lock nut inward up the coupler to shorten the cable to reduce slippage and prevent the machine from being easily moved with the drive control engaged If adjusting the auger cable thread the lock nut down to lengthen the cable as necessary to stop the auger from turning when the control is released WARNING Do not over tighten the cable Over tightening may prevent the auger from disengaging and compro mise the safety of the snow thrower Reattach the spring to the actuator bracket Repeat the wheel drive and auger control tests to verify proper adjustment Repeat previous steps if necessary to attain proper adjustment of each cable Tire Pressure Pneumatic Tires The tires are over inflated for shipping purposes Check the tire pressure before operating the snow thrower Refer to the tire side wall for tire manufacturer s recommended psi and deflate or inflate the tires as necessary NOTE If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires the unit may pull to one side or the other and the shave plate will not sit level on the ground IMPORTANT Under any circumstance do not exceed manufacturer s recommended psi Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times Excessive pressure when seating beads may cause tire rim assembly to burst with force sufficient to cause serious injury Refer to sidewa
22. cupped washer and bearing from left side of the frame Refer to Figure 6 14 Holding the friction wheel assembly slide the hex shaft out of the right side of the unit The spacer on the left side of the hex shaft will fall and the sprocket should remain hanging lose in the chain e Liftthe friction wheel assembly out between the axle shaft and the drive shaft assemblies e Remove four screws securing the friction wheel to the hub assembly See Figure 6 15 Discard old friction wheel Friction wheel assembly Slide hex shaft out right side Figure 6 14 20 Reassemble the new friction wheel to the hub assembly tightening the four screws in rotation and with equal force It is important to assemble the friction wheel symmetrically for proper functioning e Insert the pin from the shift arm assembly into the friction wheel assembly and hold assembly in position Refer to Figure 6 16 Slide the hex shaft through the left side of the housing and through the friction wheel assembly Insert the hex shaft through the sprocket and the spacer Make certain that the chain engages both th
23. de wears out they can be rotated Skid Shoe Yo ur S now 180 to use the other edge 4 1 Remove the six carriage bolts and lock nuts that Shave Plate Th rower secure the two skid shoes to the sides of the auger housing Refer to Figure 6 3 2 Position the new skid shoes and secure with the carriage bolts and nuts Make certain the skid shoes are adjusted to be level Shave Plate Specifications are 1 Remove the nuts and carriage bolts that secure the subject to change shave plate to the bottom of the housing Figure 6 3 without notification 2 Remove the rear most hex nut and carriage bolt l or obligation Images securing the back of each skid shoe to the sides of the may not reflect your housing Loosen the remaining hex nuts that secure exact model and are for reference purposes only the skid shoes 3 Slide the shave plate out of the off set slot at the bottom of the housing and from between the skid shoes and side panels of the housing 4 With the mounting holes toward the back slide the new shave plate into position and secure with the fasteners removed previously Figure 6 4 Replacing Belts 1 Disconnect the chute crank assembly at the discharge chute end by removing the hairpin clip and the flat washer Refer to Figure 6 4 2 Remove the plastic belt cover located near the engine by removing the three self tapping screws that secure it See Figure 6 5 3 a Loosen the bolt shown in Figure 6 6 securi
24. e large and the small sprocket NOTE f the sprocket fell from the snow thrower while removing the hex shaft place the sprocket on the hex shaft Position the hex hub of the sprocket toward the fric tion wheel when sliding the sprocket on to the hex shaft Secure with the cupped washer and hex bolt removed earlier Secure the frame cover with self tapping screws Put the snow thrower down to its normal operating position NOTE If you placed plastic film under the gas cap be certain to remove it Hub Assembly Friction Wheel Figure 6 15 E LGI 21 e Figure 6 16 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower Specifications are subject to change without notification or obligation Images may not reflect your exact model and are for reference purposes only 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 Fuel left in engine during warm weather deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems Never use engine or carbu retor cleaning products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur If the snow thrower will not be
25. ed 5 Shear pin s sheared 23 Stop engine immediately and discon nect spark plug wire Clean chute assembly and inside of auger housing with clean out tool or a stick Stop engine immediately and discon nect spark plug wire Remove object from auger with clean out tool or a Stick Refer to Auger Control Test Refer to Maintenance section Replace with new shear pin s Trouble shooting This section addresses minor service issues For further details contact an authorized service center Storm 13045 NN a Fed TOR o QU e n r g 9 amp A p mas Panno Descon 2 ossssc Housing Double D Bearing 618 0257 Gear Box Assembly Auger 4 secos Bracket Assy Auger Bate s 60400908 mpleis 6 6840423 Housing Auger 45 s sons spaas 9 700971 Screw Hex Cap Look t Not Shown mas Fats Desrpioo Ce emm 66 wem sema mw mam Ru 25 Parts List To order replacement parts call 1 800 648 6776 or visit www troybilt com Storm 13045 mias Paro bescipion s seas cae assent Aarne 4 mese ene Engage i s mes Wmdetaeus amp 705255 Batt neca s nes sw cam 5618505 s 7101008 sourei mmus ams maere mess Gap ce mmus rai Searing marios Ferno Par
26. entilated area 2 Rotate choke control to FULL choke position for a cold engine start NOTE If the engine is already warm place choke control in the OFF position instead of FULL 3 Push the primer two or three times for cold engine start making sure to cover vent hole in the center of the primer when pushing NOTE DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown 4 Push starter button to start engine 5 Once the engine starts immediately release starter button 6 As the engine warms slowly rotate the choke control to the OFF position If the engine falters quickly rotate the choke control back to FULL and then slowly into the OFF position again 7 When disconnecting the extension cord always unplug the end at the three prong wall outlet before unplug ging the opposite end from the snow thrower Recoil Starter 1 Rotate choke control to FULL choke position cold engine start NOTE If the engine is already warm place choke control in the OFF position instead of FULL 2 Push the primer two or three times for cold engine start making sure to cover vent hole in the center of the primer when pushing NOTE DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown NOTE Additional priming may be necessary if the temperature is below 15 Fahrenheit 3 Grasp the recoil starter handle and slowly pull the rope out At the point where it becomes slightly harder to pull the rope
27. friction wheel Making Adjustments WARNING Read understand and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operat ing Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except where specified in operator s manual Specifications are subject to change without notification or obligation Images may not reflect your exact model and are for reference purposes only cad Figure 5 1 Shift Rod If the full range of speeds forward and reverse cannot be achieved refer to the figure above and adjust the shift rod as follows 1 Looking underneath the handle panel note which of the three holes in the shift lever the ferrule is inserted into Also note the direction of insertion Remove the internal cotter pin and flat washer from the ferrule and withdraw the ferrule from the shift lever See Figure 5 1 2 Place shift lever in sixth 6 position or fastest forward speed 3 Push shift rod and shift arm assembly down sharply as far as it will go to put the drive into the fastest forward position 4 As necessary rotate thread the ferrule up or down the shift rod until the ferrule lines up with the hole from which it was earlier removed See Figure 5 1 5 From the direction noted earlier insert the ferrule into the proper hole 6 Reinstall the washer and the internal cotter pin Chute Control The distance snow is thrown can be
28. hrower Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Keep hands feet hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and snow thrower Operating 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 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 It must be used with a properly grounded three prong receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock Follow all instructions care fully prior to operating the electric starter Gas amp Oil Fill Up Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Tecumseh Engines manual packed separately with your snow thrower Read instructions carefully WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Starting the Engine 1 Attach spark plug wire to spark plug Make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire inside the ru
29. hrower will move Release it and the drive motion will stop IMPORTANT NEVER move the shift lever without first releasing the wheel drive control Doing so will cause premature wear on the drive system s friction wheel 3 To turn the unit left or right squeeze the respective wheel steering control See Figure 4 1 To Engage Augers 1 To engage augers and start snow throwing squeeze the left hand auger control against the left handle Release to stop augers 2 While the auger control is engaged squeeze the drive control to move release to stop Do not shift speeds while the drive is engaged NOTE This same lever also locks auger control so you can turn the chute control without interrupting the snow throwing process 3 Release the auger control the interlock mechanism should keep the auger control engaged until the drive control is released 4 Release the drive control to stop both the augers and the wheel drive To stop the auger both levers must be released Operating Tips NOTE Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes The engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature WARNING The temperature of the muffler and the surrounding areas may exceed 150 F Avoid these areas If possible remove snow immediately after it falls Discharge snow downwind whenever possible Slightly overlap each previous path Setthe skid shoes 1 4 inch below the shave plate for normal u
30. ion f Replacement parts that are not genuine Troy Bilt parts Transportation charges and service calls If Products are used commercially Troy Bilt may separately offer Limited Commercial Warranties on certain select products Ask your dealer or retailer for details or contact Troy Bilt Service for more information 2o 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 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 am
31. ironment 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 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 Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read un derstand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine Safe Operation 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 man ual before attempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructi
32. l injury or damage to the snow thrower If for some reason you have to operate the snow thrower on gravel keep the skid shoe in the highest position for maximum clearance between the ground and the shave plate Specifications are subject to change without notification or obligation Images may not reflect your exact model and are for reference purposes only 6 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower Ar WARNING Always stop engine disconnect spark plug and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine IMPORTANT Avoid oil spillage on rub ber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate IMPORTANT NEVER replace the auger shear pins with standard pins Any damage to the auger gearbox or other components as a result of doing so will NOT be covered by your snow thrower s warranty Figure 6 1 Engine Refer to the separate Tecumseh Engines manual packed with your unit for all engine maintenance instructions Lubrication Engine Refer to the separate Tecumseh Engines manual packed with your unit for all engine lubrication instructions Shear Pin Drive and Shifting Mechanism At least once a season or after every 25 hours of opera tion remove rear cover Lubricate all chains sprockets gears bearings shafts and the shifting mechanism Use engine oil or a spray lubrica
33. led gasohol or using ethanol or Long Term Storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer WARNING Fuel left in engine during warm weather deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems 1 Run the engine until the fuel tank is empty and it stops due to lack of fuel Do not attempt to pour fuel from the engine WARNING Never use engine or carbu retor cleaning products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur 2 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 Preparing Snow Thrower 18 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 Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and equipment Follow lubrication recommendations Store equipment in a clean dry area Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start Choke not in ON position Spark plug wire disconnected Fuel tank empty or stale fuel Engine not primed Faulty spark plug 6 Blocked fuel line 7 Safety key not in ignition on engine Move choke to ON position Connect wire to spark plug Fill tank with clean fresh g
34. ll of tire for recommended pressure Setting Up Your Snow Thrower WARNING Do not over tighten the cable Over tightening may prevent the auger from disengaging and compro mise the safety of the snow thrower IMPORTANT Under any circumstance do not exceed manufacturer s recommended psi Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times Excessive pressure when seating beads may cause tire rim assembly to burst with force sufficient to cause serious injury Refer to sidewall of tire for recommended pressure Specifications are subject to change without notifica tion or obligation Images may not reflect your exact model and are for refer ence purposes only Drive Control Operating Your Snow Thrower WARNING Read understand and follow all instruc tions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating NOTE For detailed starting instructions and more information on all engine controls refer to the Tecumseh Engines manual packed separately and For detailed starting Starting The Engine later in this section instructions and more information on Shift Lever 6 all engine controls The shift lever is located in the center of refer to the Tecumseh the handle panel Place the shift lever 5 Engine manual into any of eight positions to control the direction of travel and ground speed 4 packed separately Forward TAR Your snow thrower
35. ng the belt keeper bracket and remove the other bolt b Push the belt keeper and bracket up off the engine pulley See Figure 6 7 Auger Belt 4 Remove the hairpin clip and flat washer from the ferrule in order to disconnect the auger idler rod from the brake bracket assembly See Figure 6 8 5 Unhook the spring found on the end of the auger cable from its respective actuator bracket Refer to Figure 3 10 in the Setting Up Your Snow Thrower section Figure 6 5 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower WARNING Always stop engine disconnect spark plug and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine Figure 6 8 6 Slip the auger control belt the front belt off the engine pulley 7 Pull the brake bracket assembly towards the cable guide roller and unhook the auger cable Z fitting See Figure 6 9 8 Remove the upper bolts which attach the auger housing assembly to the frame assembly using a 9 16 wrench Refer to Figure 6 4 on previous page 9 Place a block of wood underneath the auger housing as shown in Figure 6 10 and separate auger housing from the frame by tilting the housing forward and pulling up the handles 10 a Using a 1 2 wrench remove the hex screw and cupped washer from the center of the pulley on the auger housing See Figure 6 11 b Lift the brake bracket assembly out of the pulley groove c Remove the p
36. nt Refer to Figure 6 1 IMPORTANT Keep all grease and oil off the rubber friction wheel and drive plate Wheels At least once a season remove all wheels Clean and coat the axles with a multipurpose automotive grease before reinstalling wheels Chute Directional Control Once a season the spiral end on the chute directional control should be greased with multipurpose automotive grease Auger Shaft At least once a season remove the shear pins on auger shaft Spray lubricant inside shaft around the spacers Also lubricate the flange bearings found at either end of the shaft See Figure 6 2 Augers The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with shear pins and cotter pins See Figure 6 2 If you hit a foreign object or ice jam the snow thrower is designed so that the pins will shear 1 If augers do not turn check to see if pins have sheared 2 Replace the pins if needed Two replacement shear pins and cotter pins have been provided with the snow thrower Spray an oil lubricant into shaft before inserting new pins and securing with new cotter pins Bearing Cotter Pin Figure 6 2 16 Shave Plate and Skid Shoes The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear Check these periodi cally and replace as necessary Skid Shoes Maintaining NOTE The skid shoes on this machine have two wear edges When one si
37. ons 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 Setting Up Your Snow Thrower NOTE All references in this manual to the left or right side of the snow thrower is from the operating position only Exceptions if any will be specified IMPORTANT This unit is shipped with the engine full of oil After assembly refer to the Tecumseh Engines manual packed separately with your snow thrower for fuel and oil fill up details Specifications are subject to change without notification or obligation Images may not reflect your exact model and are for reference purposes only IMPORTANT Two replacement auger shear pins are included with this manual Refer to the Maintenance section for more information regarding shear pin replace ment NOTE All references in this manual to the left or right side of the snow thrower is from the operating position only Exceptions if any will be specified IMPORTANT This unit is shipped with the engine full of oil After assembly refer to the Tecumseh Engine manual packed separately with your snow thrower for fuel and oil fill up details 1 Observe the lower area of the snow thrower to be sure that all cables steering
38. ount 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 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 MTD Canada Limited KITCHENER ON N2G 4J1 Phone 1 800 668 1238
39. r Snow Thrower 6 Operating Your Snow Thrower 10 Making Adjustments 14 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower 16 Off Season Storage 22 Troubleshootin cinici 23 Illustrated Parts List 24 Warranty Prem m 31 Specifications are subject to change without notification or obligation Images may not reflect your exact model and are for reference purposes only Finding and Recording Model Number BEFORE 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 web site when contacting the Customer Service Department or when obtaining assistance from an authorized Troy Bilt service dealer TROY BILT LLC P O BOX 361131 OTROY BILT www troybilt com CLEVELAND 0H 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
40. rear of the auger housing for shipping purposes Cut the cable tie and remove it before operating the snow thrower Figure 3 7 Figure 3 8 Setting Up Your Snow Thrower Specifications are subject to change without notification or obligation Images may not reflect your exact model and are for reference purposes only Chute Tilt Control Auger Control gt Auger Control Cable Drive Control Cable Final Adjustments Make these final assembly adjustments before operating your snow thrower for the first time Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to the snow thrower Testing Drive Control amp Shift Lever Refer to Figure 3 9 for location of controls 1 Move the shift lever into sixth 6 position 2 With the wheel drive control released push the snow thrower forward then pull it back The machine should move freely 3 Engage the drive control and attempt to move the machine both forward and back resistance should be felt 4 Move the shift lever into the fast reverse R2 position and repeat the previous two steps If you experienced resistance rolling the unit either when repositioning the shift lever from 6 to R2 or when attempting to move the machine with the drive control released adjust the drive control immediately See Adjusting Drive and Auger
41. sage Adjust them upward for hard packed snow and downward when using on gravel or crushed rock Chute Clean Out Tool The chute clean out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip Should snow and ice become lodged in the chute assembly during operation proceed as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening 1 Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control 2 Stop the engine by removing the ignition key 3 Remove the clean out tool from the clip which secures it to the rear of the auger housing See Figure 4 1 4 Use the shovel shaped end of the clean out tool to dislodge and scoop any snow and ice which has formed in and near the chute assembly 5 Refasten the clean out tool to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing reinsert the ignition key and start the snow thrower s engine 6 While standing in the operator s position behind the snow thrower engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly 13 Operating Your Snow Thrower WARNING The muffler engine and surrounding areas become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch NOTE Use slower speeds in higher snow and or until you are familiar with the snow thrower operation IMPORTANT NEVER move the shift lever without first releasing the wheel drive control Doing so will cause premature wear on the drive systems
42. st in aligning holes Insert the internal cotter E TAS Th rower pin through the holes to secure the chute crank See Figure 3 4 5 Remove lock nuts and screws securing one of the flange keepers to the chute assembly 6 Place chute assembly onto chute base as shown in Figure 3 5 making sure that the notches engage with the spiral end of chute directional control Figure 3 5 IMPORTANT 7 Secure flange keeper removed earlier with lock nuts and screws Tighten down nuts securing the other two flange keepers See Figure 3 6 8 If not already done slip the cables that run from the handle panel to the discharge chute into the cable Prior to operating your snow thrower refer to Auger Control Test in the Operation guide located on top of the engine See Figure 3 7 section Read and 9 If not already done wrap the wire of the head lamp follow all instructions wire harness down the right handle until the wire can _N carefully and perform be plugged into the engine alternator wire connector q N all adjustments to verify down on the engine See Figure 3 8 your snow thrower is 10 Normally the cable ties holding the steering cables 5 operating safely and against the handle are loosely installed on each side t properly of the lower handle at the factory Pull the cable ties i tight to secure Cut the excess from the ends of cable ties The extension cord is fastened with a cable tie to the
43. th respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States and or its territories and possessions and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and or its territories and possessions either entity respectively Troy Bilt Troy Bilt warrants this product excluding its normal wear parts as described below against defects in material and workmanship 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
44. 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 ano D Ta d 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 surfaces 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
45. turn right squeeze the left control to turn left NOTE Operate the snow thrower in open areas until you are familiar with these controls Ignition Key The ignition key must be inserted and snapped in place in order for the engine to start Remove the ignition key to prevent unauthorized use of equipment Do NOT attempt to turn the key Clean Out Tool The clean out tool is mounted to the rear of the auger housing and is designed to clear a clogged chute Refer to Using Clean Out Tool later in this section for instruc tions on how to properly use it WARNING Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging NOTE The clean out tool is fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a cable tie Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower Skid Shoes Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions Adjust upward for hard packed snow Adjust downward when operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces 11 Operating Your Snow Thrower WARNING The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes which can damage your eyes severely Always wear safety glasses while operating the snow thrower or while perform ing any adjustments or repairs on it Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the snow thrower while starting engine or operating snow t
46. ulley Be careful not to lose the key 11 Remove and replace auger belt inside belt keepers 12 Apply Loctite 262 to the threads of the hex screw used for mounting the auger pulley 13 Reassemble pulley to auger housing with hex screw and cupped washer cupped side toward the pulley Torque hex screw 150 250 in Ibs NOTE Make sure key is in place on shaft and brake puck is seated in the pulley groove 18 If also replacing the drive belt proceed to the Drive Belt instruction If not reassemble by performing the previous steps in the opposite order and manner of removal Proper Adjustment With the auger clutch lever in the disengaged position the top surface of the new belt should be even with the outside diameter of the pulley 1 To adjust disconnect ferrule from brake bracket as sembly and thread ferrule in towards idler to increase tension on belt and out to decrease tension Maintaining Your Snow Thrower NOTE The brake puck must always be firmly seated in the pulley groove when auger control is disengaged Drive Belt 1 Pull the idler pulley away from the backside of the drive belt to relieve the tension and slide the drive belt off the idler pulley If necessary unhook the extension spring from the belt cover plate See Figure 6 12 2 Roll the drive belt off the lower drive pulley 3 Remove the belt from the engine pulley 4 Install the new belt on the pulleys in the reverse order and
47. used for 30 days or longer or if it is the end of the snow season when the last pos sibility 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 NOTE Refer to the engine manual for more detailed information on preparing the snow thrower engine for storage Short Term Storage 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 short term storage 15 30 days To prevent this treat the fuel System using a fuel stabilizer Fuel stabilizer such as STA BIL or ULTRA FRESH is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits 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 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 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 WARNING Never store snow thrower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels cal
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