Sears 270-3250 Snow Blower User Manual
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1. 11 PREPARING THE SNOW THROWER FOR 5 13 Visually Inspect the Snow 1 2 0 13 Gheck Tire Inflation eH clan as e EM Bites ee E SO 13 Check dee te ea ERE M 13 Add Check Gasoline o e er ER Te RAND E RU uen 14 Adjust SI MEET 15 OPERATION o aves 16 Starting the Snow TOWT esed Posed atta rt e ab ate ER ERR E END 16 Wsing the Show HOWEL denen ee 17 STOPPING THE SNOW THROWER ca sands ERES TE ae 19 STORAGE TRANSPORT 22 19 MAINTENANCE CARE AAT RST 20 Cleaning the Snow Thrower eb a 20 Clearing Auger or Impeller Jams oit pope WEE MT 21 Checking Tire Pressure eannan RU eed sachin out e EE SN 21 Checkinig Adding Oils cote D C 21 Replacing The Oil ioa Rm GB DO EUR Robe ate t os E 22 Falter Maintenance ce eet De tos TR RT aks 23 Spark Plug Maintenance RASTA 24 Emptying the Gas Tanks esses eH DOE 24 Adjusting Drive and Auger 2 2 2 2 52 25 Replacing Shear Pins ncs Tert ave2. and make sure that all moving parts have stopped before clearing any clogs or jams e Ifthe snow thrower makes any abnormal sounds or vibrations stop the engine and inspect the snow thrower Use extreme caution when operating on or near dirt or gravel roads WARNING The auger and impeller rotate at fast speeds that can cause damage or even amputation of body parts Even if you do not see the auger or impeller rotating they may start at any time if the engine is running e Always turn off the engine before attempting to clear any clogs or jams Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts while the engine is running Do not wear loose fitting clothing that can become entangled in rotating parts WARNING This snow thrower is intended for use in conditions that are cold slippery and otherwise naturally hazardous Take precautions when operating machinery in these conditions e Always wear warm clothing and shoes intended for slippery surfaces Always operate in daylight with good visibility Never run with snow thrower and be alert to all surrounding people and traffic Do not operate the snow thrower on steep inclines Disengage the drive mechanism to neutral before starting the engine Always hold on to the handles while operating Never leave the snow thrower while the engine is running WARNING This snow thrower produces heat when running Temperatures near exhaust can exceed 150 F 65 C Do not t
3. from one season to another A CAUTION Never pour gasoline down a drain or in a gutter Call your local authorities to dispose of gas properly Figure 22 Draining gas from the carburetor Adjusting Drive and Auger Cables TIMELINE As needed Over time the tension in the cables that lead to the drive control and auger control handles may loosen Ideally the cables should be just barely taught when the handles are in the released position To tighten the handle cables use a wrench or pliers and gently rotate the metal turnbuckle at the top of the cable until the desired tension is achieved see figure 23 TIGHTEN Figure 23 Adjusting drive and auger cable tension 25 Replacing Shear Pins WARNING The auger and impeller rotate at fast speeds that can cause damage or even amputation to body parts Even if you do not see the auger or impeller rotating they may start at any time if the engine is running Always turn off the engine before attempting to clear any clogs or jams Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts while the engine is running Do not wear loose fitting clothing that can become entangled in rotating parts TIMELINE When Broken The snow thrower contains two shear pins one on each end of the auger shaft as shown in figure 24 A clog or jam in the auger may cause one or both of the shear pins to break This is a safety mechanism to protect the rest of the snow thrower from overload and d
4. temperature conditions and recommended oil grade will vary by geographic area 4 Wipe the dipstick attached to the oil filler cap with a clean dry cloth Now replace the cap 13 5 Remove the oil filler cap again and inspect the attached dipstick Oil should now be visible on the stick If oil is not visible on the stick you may need to add more oil and repeat steps 4 and 5 6 Replace the oil filler cap and screw tightly NOTE Even if you have previously measured 21 ounces of oil some spillage is common when adding oil to the crankcase Always ensure that the engine has sufficient oil by checking the dipstick See Figure 6 for proper oil level OIL FILL 227 CAP Figure 5 Removing oil filler cap Figure 6 Proper oil level If this is not your first time using the snow thrower Before each use you should check the oil level in the snow thrower 1 Unscrew the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean dry cloth Now replace the cap 2 Remove the oil filler cap again and inspect the attached dipstick Oil should now be visible on the stick If oil is not visible on the stick you may need to add more oil and repeat these steps to check the proper oil level 3 Once you have ensured the engine oil level is correct replace the oil filler cap and screw tightly Add Check Gasoline WARNING Gasoline and gas fumes are highly flammable e Do not fill tank near an open flame Do not overfill Always ch
5. wear safety glasses when operating e Always store machines in a clean dry area free from grease and oil Never use petroleum based products or any solvents to clean a tool e Allow motor to come up to full speed before operating In addition to the above safety notices please familiarize yourself with the safety and hazard markings on the snow thrower PACKAGE CONTENTS Your snow thrower comes with the items listed below Please check to see that all of the following items are included with your snow thrower 1 if you are missing components DO NOT RETURN TO STORE please call 888 315 3080 M F 8 5 CT for customer service ITEM LIST a Handle Snow thrower i 4 assembly Chute assembly Chute rotation handle Drive speed Replacement shear bolts control handle 2 pes Assembly Instruction manual and hardware registration card Spark plug Set of three wrenches for wrench assembly SNOW THROWER COMPONENTS Please familiarize yourself with the locations and functions of the various components and controls of the snow thrower 1 Drive Control Drives the snow thrower at the pre selected speed and direction when depressed 2 Handle Hold the snow thrower here when using 3 Auger Control Rotates the auger when depressed 4 Drive Speed Control Sets the speed and direction of the snow thrower 5 Chute Rotation Handle Use to adjust throwing direction of snow exhausted from
6. 5 5 HP 2 Stage Snow Thrower SKU 270 3250 Owner s Manual YARDWORKS DO NOT RETURN TO STORE Questions Problems Please call our customer help line 888 315 3080 M F 8 5 CT IMPORTANT PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS SNOW THROWER Thank you for purchasing a Yardworks snow thrower This manual provides information regarding the setup operation and maintenance of this product We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual The manufacturer reserves the right to change this product at any time without prior notice Please keep this manual available to all users during the entire life of the snow thrower Copyright 2005 Yardworks amp Do not reprint without written authorization TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES eerd err 3 PACKAGE CONTENTS reete tete br cet eee o PETERE 6 SNOW THROWER ses e e seme ese e e eee 7 ENGINE COMPONENTS hoarse e iod E e e e e E ER TRE 8 ASSEMBLY eed o wat cess ei de ida eed e 9 Chute Assembly eos e ce Pe res EP ER EA BE etes VOTES EE a 9 Handle Assembly ette ete etie te quoa 9 Attaching Drive Speed Control 10 Ch te Rotation Handle uo ERE e e Shaheen hada Dube TRE UPS 11 Drive Control and Auger Control Cable
7. Dido pedo De gow Date 26 SPECIFICS TION Sootna E ARE A e 27 TROUBLESHOOTING bie ha qe ne sedis A canes RA TR 27 SNOW THROWER EXPLODED 29 SNOW THROWER PARTS CIST t 30 ENGINE EXPLODED VIEW eure RUPEE ER 3l ENGINE PARTS EISE uio dre EC ER ena ap red re or ede 32 WARRANTY ande oed t ED D ns pe ert t eh S 33 GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES Please familiarize yourself with the following safety symbols and words The safety alert symbol is used with one of the safety words DANGER CAUTION or WARNING to alert you to hazards Please pay attention to these hazard notices both in this manual and on the snow thrower DANGER Indicates a hazard that will result in serious injury or death if instructions are not followed WARNING Indicates a strong possibility of causing serious injury or death if instructions are not followed CAUTION Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed W If you have any questions regarding the hazard and safety notices listed in this manual or on the product please call 888 315 3080 M F 8 5CT before using the snow thrower DANGER This snow thrower produces poisonous carbon monoxide gas when running This gas is both odorless and colorless Even if you do not see or s
8. N VALVE SPRING RETAINER 1 61 AIR FILTER ELEMENT 1 11 IEX VALVE SPRING RETAINER 1 62 AIR FILTER GROMMET 1 12 IVALVE SPRING 2 63 AIR FILTER BRACKET WINGNUT 1 13 PUSH ROD GUIDE PLATE 1 64 AIR FILTER COVER 1 14 FLANGE BOLT M8 58 4 65 AIR FILTER COVER WINGNUT 1 15 CYLINDER HEAD COMP 1 66 MUFFLER GASKET 1 16 EXHAUST PIPE STUD BOLT 2 67 FLANGE NUT M8 2 17 SPARK PLUG 1 68 MUFFLER COMP 1 18 CARBURETOR STUD BOLT e TAPPING SCREW MS 8 4 19 CYLINDER HEAD GASKET MUFFLER OUTER PROTECTOR 1 20 DOWEL PIN 10 16 CRANKSHAFT COMP 21 IN VALVE PLAIN KEY 1 22 EX VALVE ICASE COVER PACKING 1 23 CAMSHAFT ASSY n power PIN 8914 2 24 PISTON RING SET ICRANKCASE COVER ASSY 1 25 PUSH ROD o FILLER CAP GASKET 2 26 IVALVE LIFTER v FILLER CAP 2 27 PISTON PIN FLANGE BOLT M8 28 6 28 PISTON PIN CLIP 18mm 2 79 SLIDER SHAFT 1 29 PISTON 1 80 PLAIN WASHER 1 30 CONNECTING ROD ASSY 1 81 GOVERNOR GEAR ASSY 1 31 DRAIN PLUG BOLT 2 82 GOVERNOR HOLDER CLIP 1 32 DRAIN PLUG WASHER 102mm 2 83 THRUST WASHER 6mm 1 33 IBALL BEARING 6205 2 84 GOVERNOR SLIDER 1 34 ICRANK CASE 1 85 ROCKER 1 35 IGNITION COIL ASSY 4 86 LOCK PIN 8mm 1 36 FLANGE BOLT M6 25 2 87 TUBE CLIP 2 37 OIL SEAL 25 4125 6 2 88 FUEL TUBE 1 38 FLY WHEEL COMP 1 89 FLANGE BOLT M6 30 1 39 SEMICIRCLE KEY 1 90 FUEL TANK JOINT 1 40 COOLING FAN 1 91 O RING 14mm 1 41 STARTER PULLEY 1 92 FUEL TANK COMP 1 42 SHROUD 4 93 FUEL FILTER 1 43 FL
9. Never place any type of storage cover on the snow thrower while it is still hot When transporting or storing your snow thrower for extended periods of time e Empty the gas tank see Emptying the Gas Tank in the Maintenance section e Disconnect the spark plug Do not obstruct any ventilation openings Keep the snow thrower in a cool dry area 19 MAINTENANCE CARE Proper routine maintenance of the snow thrower will help prolong its life Please perform maintenance checks and operations according the schedule in figure 14 you have questions about any of the maintenance procedures listed in this manual please call 888 315 3080 M F 8 5CT CAUTION Never perform maintenance operations while the snow thrower is running Recommended Maintenance Schedule Mechanism Function Frequency Auger and Impeller Clear jams As necessary Tires check pressure Before each use Engine Oil check level Before each use replace Every 50 hours or as needed Air Filter check Every 10 hours clean Every 50 hours or as needed Spark Plug check clean Every 100 hours Gas Tank check gas level Before each use Empt Before storing for extended time Drive and Auger Cables Adjust tension As necessa Shear Pins Replace When broken Figure 14 Recommended maintenance schedule Cleaning the Snow Thrower TIMELINE When dirty To clean the snow thrower use a damp cloth and mild detergent on the surfaces onl
10. YWHEEL NUT 1 94 FUEL FILTER CAP PACKING 1 44 FLYWHEEL SIDE PLATE 1 95 FUEL CAP 1 45 FLANGE BOLT M6 16 1 96 CONTROL ASSY 1 46 COVER COMP 4 97 THROTTLE RETURN SPRING 1 47 ENGINE STOP SWITCH ASSY 1 98 GOVERNOR ROD 1 48 RECOIL STARTER ASSY 1 99 GOVERNOR SPRING 1 49 FLANGE BOLT M6 8 3 100 QUADRATE BOLT 6 1 50 INTAKE PIPE GASKET 1 101 CONTROL ARM 1 51 CARBURETOR INSULATING PLATE 1 LIMITED WARRANTY FOR YARDWORKS SNOW THROWER Remember to save your receipt and to accurately fill out and mail your product registration card You must provide proof of purchase for all warranty work This Yardworks snow thrower is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two 2 year from date of original purchase If this snow thrower is used for Commercial or Rental purposes it has a warranty period of 90 days from date of original purchase Keep purchase receipt and mail in the product registration card for proof of purchase Yardworks will repair or replace at its discretion any part that is proven to be defective in materials or workmanship under normal use during the two 2 year warranty period Warranty repairs or replacements will be made without charge for parts or labor Parts replaced during warranty repairs will be considered as part of the original product and will have the same warranty period as the original product To exe
11. ade 1 36 engine 1 91 Fan Assembly 1 set 37 Wheel Cover 1 92 Washer 1 38 Small tension bracket 1 93 Pin 2 39 spacer 1 94 Thrust Bearing 1 40 Spring 5 1 95 Deep Groove Bearing 1 41 bushing 2 i 96 Drive Worm 1 42 small tensioning wheel w bearing 1 set 97 Bearing 1 43 Spacer 2 98 Right Auger 1 44 Main pulley 1 99 6 20 Hex screws 10 45 V Belt 1 100 Upper Worm Case 1 46 V Belt 1 101 Worm Gear 1 47 Transmission case 1 102 Lower worm case 1 48 M10 Hex nuts 2 103 output shaft bushing 1 49 10 mm Flat washer i 104 Drive Shaft Bushing 4 50 Gear Wheel Cover with bearing 2 sets 105 driving shaft 1 51 Gear Wheel Washer 2 106 Left Auger 1 52 irubber ring 2 107 Shaft Bushing 1 53 Gear Wheel i 108 Bearing end cup 2 54 Gear shaft 1 109 Seal t 55 deep groove bearing 2 110 shear bolts 2 sets MALIA ANIONA ENGINE PARTS LIST PART PART DESCRIPTION QTY PART PART DESCRIPTION QTY 1 FLANGE BOLT M6 12 12 52 CARBURETOR PAPER GASKET 1 2 HEAD COVER COMP 4 53 CARBURETOR 1 3 HEAD COVER PACKING 1 54 CHOKE LEVER COMP 1 4 BREATHER TUBE 4 55 CARBURETOR SPACER COMP 1 5 PIVOT ADJUSTING NUT 2 56 AIR CLEANER ELBOW COMP 1 6 ROCKER ARM PIVOT 2 57 FLANGE NUT M6 5 7 ROCKER ARM 2 58 FLANGE BOLT M6 20 1 8 PIVOT BOLT M8 2 59 ELBOW GASKET 1 9 VALVE ROTATOR 1 60 SILENCER NOSE 1 10 I
12. amage The snow thrower comes with two replacement shear pins To order more shear pins please call our customer service line To replace a shear pin Turn off the engine and wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop 2 Remove any remnants of the broken shear pin You may need to unscrew the nut from the broken shear pin 3 Place a new shear pin through the hole in the auger shaft and tighten using the shear pin nut SHEAR PIR Figure 24 Replacing the shear pin 26 SPECIFICATIONS Snow Thrower Clearing Width 22 Inches Throwing Distance Max 50 feet Chute Rotation 180 degrees Wheel Pneumatic tubeless size 4 10 6 N H S Drive Speeds Forward 0 9 1 2 1 5 1 8 2 5 MPH Reverse 0 9 1 2 MPH Dimensions 35 5 W 24 5 H7 31 5 Dry Mass 158 Lbs Engine Engine Type 4 Stroke OHV Single Cylinder Ignition System Non Contact Transistor Fuel Tank Capacit 0 95 Gallons Crankcase oil capacity 21 1 Fluid Ounces TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT If trouble persists please call our customer help line at 888 315 3080 M F 8 5 Problem Cause Solution Engine will not Engine switch is set start or runs poorly to off Set engine switch to on Fuel valve lever is set to closed Move the fuel valve lever to open position Choke is open Close the choke Engine is out of gas Add gas Engine is filled with contaminated or old gas Change th
13. ark plug cap to remove it Unscrew the spark plug from the engine using the spark plug wrench included with this product see figure 20 Visually inspect the spark plug If it is cracked or chipped discard and replace with a new spark plug Measure the plug gap with a gauge see figure 21 The gap should be 0 7 0 8mm 0 028 0 03 Lin If you are re using the spark plug use a wire brush to clean any dirt from around the spark plug base and then re gap the spark plug Screw the spark plug back into its place on the engine using the spark plug wrench Replace the spark plug cap 0 7 0 8 nm 0 028 0 031 in Figure 20 Removing the spark plug Figure 21 Measuring the spark plug gap Emptying the Gas Tank TIMELINE Before storing the snow thrower for extended periods of time To drain the snow thrower engine of gas l 2 3 4 Make sure the engine is turned off Place a gas safe container under the carburetor see the Snow Thrower Parts Diagram to reference this part Move the fuel valve lever to the position Unscrew the outward facing bolt from the bottom of the carburetor see figure 22 Gas should start to empty from this point Catch the emptying gas in the gas safe container until all the gas has drained Turn the fuel valve to the off position 24 7 Replace the bolt on the carburetor 8 Store the emptied gasoline in a suitable place CAUTION Do not store fuel
14. d see figure 11 IMPORTANT Never direct the chute outlet toward people or animals While snow may seem harmless it can contain rocks or other debris that can cause serious injury when projected through the chute Move the drive speed control lever to the desired speed There are seven speeds five forward speeds and two reverse speeds 1 is the slowest forward speed and 5 is the fastest forward speed RI is the slowest reverse speed and R2 is the fastest reverse speed see figure 12 NOTE There is no neutral drive setting Press down on the auger control handle The auger should start spinning Press down on the drive control handle The machine should start moving in the direction and speed selected with the drive speed control lever When you have finished clearing the immediate snow path release the auger control handle and the drive control handle 17 You can adjust the drive speed and direction using the drive speed control lever Be sure to release both the auger control handle and the drive control handle before adjusting the drive speed control lever As you use the snow thrower you may want to adjust the chute outlet direction Be sure to release both the auger control handle and the drive control handle before adjusting the chute outlet direction Figure 11 Adjusting Chute Outlet Direction Figure 12 Adjusting Drive Speed and Direction CHUTE DEFLECTOR The angle of the chute deflector controls the throw
15. e figure 8 4 Move the engine switch to the on position as shown in figure 9 o THROTTLE Figure 8 Engine lever positions ENGINE SWITCH Figure 9 Engine switch positions 16 5 Pull on the recoil starter handle slowly until a slight resistance is felt see figure 10 then pull quickly to start the engine Return cord gently into the machine Never allow the cord to snap back If engine fails to start repeat step 5 NOTE After repeated attempts to start the engine please consult the troubleshooting guide before attempting again If problems persist please call 888 315 3080 M F 8 5 CT Once the engine has started and run for about a minute move the choke lever about half way towards the open position Wait another 30 seconds and then move the choke lever all the way to the open position NOTE Allow the snow thrower to run outdoors for several minutes before attempting to use the machine STARTER ROPE HANDLE Figure 10 Pulling the recoil starter handle Using the Snow Thrower Once the snow thrower has been running outside for several minutes it is now ready for use To use the snow thrower l 2 Make sure the path in front of the snow thrower is free from people animals objects and all other obstructions except for snow Adjust the chute outlet to the desired direction Turn the chute rotation handle clockwise or counter clockwise until the desired position is reache
16. e gas in the engine Spark plug is dirty Clean spark plug Spark plug is broken Replace spark plug Snow thrower is not Move snow thrower to a level surface to prevent low oil level surface shutdown from triggering Oil is low Add or replace oil 27 Auger or impeller does not rotate Auger drive handle is not depressed Depress auger drive handle Auger drive handle cable is loose Adjust tension in cable Foreign substance clogging auger or impeller Turn off machine and unclog auger or impeller Shear pin broken Replace shear pin Belt broken or loose Call customer service Snow is not thrown lor not thrown very far Impeller or chute is clogged Turn off engine and unclog Chute deflector is set too low Adjust chute deflector angle Snow thrower will not drive or drives poorly Drive handle is not depressed Depress drive handle Drive handle cable is loose Adjust cable tension Speed is not Engage the speed selector handle to one of the seven properly engaged speeds Tire pins are not lengaged 28 MAGIA MONS SNOW THROWER PARTS LIST Part Part Description Quantity Part Part Description Quantit
17. eck for fuel spills To ensure that the snow thrower runs smoothly use only FRESH UNLEADED GAS WITH AN OCTANE RATING OF 87 OR HIGHER To add gasoline 1 Make sure the snow thrower is turned off and situated on a level surface 2 Unscrew gas cap and set aside NOTE the gas cap may be tight and hard to unscrew 3 Slowly add unleaded gasoline to the fuel tank The snow thrower fuel tank when new from the package is empty The capacity of the fuel tank is 0 95 Gallons BE CAREFUL NOT TO OVERFILL Do not fill the gas tank to the very top 4 Replace fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline with a dry cloth 14 IMPORTANT Never use an oil gasoline mixture Never use old gas Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Gas can age in the tank and make it hard to start up the snow thrower in the future Never store the snow thrower for extended periods of time with fuel in the tank Adjust Skid Shoes Adjustment of the skid shoes governs the height above the ground at which the auger shield operates For clearing snow from concrete asphalt and other smooth surfaces it is best to set the auger shield so that the bottom of the shield scrapes the ground For clearing snow from gravel dirt and other rough surfaces it is best to set the auger shield slightly above the ground to avoid dirt and gravel from entering the auger The optimal height of the shield will vary depending on the type of surface being cleared Surfaces w
18. eck that all parts are properly attached and free from damage If you are unsure about the assembly or condition of any of the snow thrower parts call the customer help line for service Before each use of the snow thrower check the snow thrower for damaged or missing components If parts are damaged or missing do not attempt to use the machine Instead call our customer help line Check Tire Inflation Before each use of the snow thrower check the tire pressure The pressure of the two tires should be equal and in the range of 20 24 PSI for each tire to ensure the best performance The pressure can be checked using an ordinary tire pressure gauge Fill the tires using a portable air compressor or other compressed air source NOTE Do not over inflate the tires For more detail about how to check the tire pressure and fill the tires see the Maintenance section of this manual Add Check Oil If this is your first time using this snow thrower The snow thrower requires engine oil to operate properly The snow thrower when new from the package contains vo oil in the engine crankcase To add oil to your snow thrower for the first time follow these steps 1 Make sure the snow thrower is fully assembled and on a level surface 2 Unscrew the oil filler cap from the engine crankcase as shown in figure 6 3 Using a funnel add approximately 21 fluid oz of motor oil Use a regular car motor oil that performs well in cold conditions The
19. ing distance of the snow leaving the chute Raising the angle will increase the throwing distance Lowering the angle will decrease the throwing distance see figure 13 To adjust the chute deflector Make sure the engine is stopped and the auger and impeller have come to a full stop 2 Loosen the knobs on the chute deflector as shown in figure 13 and adjust the chute deflector to the desired angle 3 Re tighten the knobs on the chute deflector Do not over tighten increase throwing distance decrease throwing distance adjustment y knob Figure 13 Adjusting the chute deflector 18 STOPPING THE SNOW THROWER When you are finished using the snow thrower perform the following steps to shut it down 1 Move the snow thrower away from any snow piles 2 Run the auger and impeller for 30 seconds to clear any remaining snow inside the snow thrower 3 Set the engine switch to the off position This will stop the motor 4 Move the fuel valve lever to the off position 5 Dust snow off of all snow thrower surfaces WARNING Allow the snow thrower to cool for several minutes before touching areas that become hot during use CAUTION Allowing gas to sit in the snow thrower fuel tank for long periods of time without use can make it difficult to start the snow thrower in the future Never store snow thrower for extended periods of time with fuel in the tank STORAGE TRANSPORT PROCEDURES 4 CAUTION
20. ith larger gravel or stones would require a more raised auger shield To adjust the skid shoes 2 3 4 Make sure the snow thrower is on a solid smooth and level surface Place a spacer board on the ground underneath the auger shield between the skid shoes The thickness of the board should be the same as the height above the ground you wish to raise the auger shield to The skid shoes should not touch the board see figure 7 Using a wrench loosen the four nuts located on the skid shoes 2 nuts on each skid shoe and allow the skid shoes to slide to the ground Re tighten the nuts on the skid shoes and wheel the snow thrower off of the spacer board ADJUST SKID SHOE BOARD Figure 7 Adjusting Skid Shoes 15 OPERATION i Before starting the snow thrower make sure you have read and performed the steps in the Preparing the Snow Thrower for Use section of this manual If you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps in this manual please call 888 315 3080 M F 8 5 CT for customer service Starting the Snow Thrower To start up the snow thrower perform the following steps 1 Turn the engine fuel valve lever to the on position see figure 8 2 Move the choke lever to the closed position as shown in figure 7 NOTE If you have just been using the snow thrower and the engine is still warm keep the choke in the open position Move the engine throttle lever to the fast position se
21. les that control the drive and auger are already attached to the snow thrower To connect them to their respective handles 1 Attach the cable hooks to the holes on the inner portion of the drive control and auger control handles as shown in figure 5a The hook should dangle freely from the handles 2 Connect the drive control and auger control cables to the cable hooks using the attached turnbuckles see figure 5b Rotate the turnbuckles to tighten The cables should be just barely taut when the drive and auger control handles are in the raised position 11 NOTE When attaching the cables be sure they are properly threaded through the main handle The auger control cable should fit through the hole next to the speed selector The drive control cable should fit in the handle groove on the other side of the speed selector HOLE A C TIGHTEN Figure 5 Cable attachment 12 PREPARING THE SNOW THROWER FOR USE The following section describes steps you must follow to prepare the snow thrower for use If after reading this section you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps please call 888 315 3080 M F 8 5 CT for customer service Failure to perform these steps properly can damage the snow thrower or shorten its life Visually Inspect the Snow Thrower Before using the snow thrower for the first time be sure that the machine is properly assembled see the Assembly section of this manual Ch
22. mell gas carbon monoxide may still be present Breathing this poison can lead to headaches dizziness drowsiness and eventually death e Use outdoors ONLY in non confined areas WARNING The exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING This snow thrower may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors which can cause severe burns or even death A nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if not directly in contact with gas Do not operate near open flame Do not smoke near snow thrower e Always turn snow thrower off before refueling Allow snow thrower to cool for at least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank Do not overfill gas tank Gas may expand during operation Do not fill to the top of the tank e Always check for spilled gas before operating Empty gasoline tank before storing or transporting the snow thrower Before transporting turn fuel valve to off and disconnect spark plug WARNING Foreign objects entering the auger or impeller can create clogs jams projectiles and other dangerous conditions Do not use in the path of wires doormats snow toys or other foreign objects e Ifthe snow thrower intakes a foreign object stop the engine wait for the auger and impeller to stop rotating and inspect the snow thrower for damage e Turn off the engine
23. ng and filling engine oil 12 Oil Drain Plug Location for draining engine oil ASSEMBLY In order to best protect the snow thrower while in the package this product comes with some components disassembled Please complete the following assembly steps before proceeding to use the snow thrower For ease of assembly we recommend attaching the components in the order listed in this manual If after reading this section you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps please call 888 315 3080 M F 8 5 CT for customer service Chute Assembly To attach the chute to the snow thrower Mount the chute to the snow output port on the snow thrower as shown in figure l 2 Place one of the brackets underneath the chute with the raised groove of the bracket facing up see figure 1a Line up the holes in the bracket with the holes at the base of the chute 3 Attach the bracket to the chute using two bolts and two nuts as shown in figure Ib 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the remaining two brackets Figure 1 Chute Assembly Handle Assembly Attach the handle to the snow thrower body using the two handle brackets and four bolts as shown in figure 2 Each side of the handle will require one bracket and two bolts The upper hole with bracket on each side requires a long bolt The lower hole requires a short bolt with washer NOTE For easiest assembly we recommend not attaching the lower bolt of each handle bracket until after a
24. ouch hot surfaces Pay attention to warning labels on the snow thrower denoting hot parts of the machine Even in cold conditions allow the snow thrower to cool several minutes after use before touching engine or areas that heat during use CAUTION Misuse of this snow thrower can damage it or shorten its life e Use the snow thrower only for its intended purposes e After starting the engine allow it to adjust to outdoor temperatures before clearing snow Do not attempt to clear snow at too fast a rate as this may overload the snow thrower e Use only Yardworks approved attachments or replacement parts with this snow thrower Never make adjustments to the snow thrower while the engine is running WARNING In addition to the above warnings please note the following precautions that should be followed when operating this or ANY machine Read all manuals and warning labels before using a machine Never operate a machine with any guard or cover removed Remove all adjusting keys and wrenches before use Do not allow children or uninstructed persons to operate Use the right tool Do not force the tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed Do not wear loose clothing neckties or jewelry that can get caught in moving parts Wear a protective hair covering to contain long hair Do not wear open toed shoes Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times e Always
25. rcise the warranty DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER Instead call the toll free Customer Service number 888 315 3080 and you will be instructed on where to take the snow thrower for warranty service Take the snow thrower and proof of purchase your receipt to the repair facility recommended by the Customer Service Representative The warranty does not extend to snow throwers damaged or affected by accidents neglect misuse unauthorized alterations use in an application for which the product was not designed and any other modifications or abuse Yardworks is not liable for any indirect incidental or consequential damages from the sale or use of this product Any implied warranties are limited to two 2 year as stated in this written limited warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow limitation on the length of an implied warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights that vaty from state to state Yardworks PO Box 1110 Dundee IL 60118 34
26. se with fresh auto motor oil To fill the crankcase perform the steps listed in the Checking Adding Oil portion of this MAINTENANCE section NOTE Never dispose of used motor oil in the trash or down a drain Please call your local recycling center or auto garage to arrange oil disposal Air Filter Maintenance TIMELINE Clean the air filter every 50 hours or more often in dirty environments To clean the air filter 2 f Unscrew wing nut from the top of the air filter and remove the plastic case see figure 19 Unscrew the wing nut that holds the metal air filter bracket to the machine Remove the metal bracket with sponge attached Slide the sponge element off of the metal bracket Wash the sponge element in household detergent and warm water Allow to dry Soak the dry element in engine oil Squeeze out any excess oil Tap the metal bracket with paper air filter inside against a hard surface to knock out any dirt Slide the sponge element back onto the metal bracket Replace the metal bracket and secure with the inner wing nut Then replace the plastic cover and secure with the outer wing nut Figure 19 Removing the air filter 23 Spark Plug Maintenance TIMELINE Every 100 hours or as needed The spark plug is important for proper engine operation A good spark plug should be intact free of deposits and properly gapped To inspect your spark plug l 2 3 Pull on the sp
27. ssembling the chute rotation handle auger and drive handle cables and drive speed control lever BRACKET SBOLTS Figure 2 Handle Assembly Attaching Drive Speed Control Lever To attach the drive speed control lever slide it through the drive speed selection hole in the handle and attach it at the base of the snow thrower using two bolts and two nuts as shown in figure 3 Do not worry about the position of the handle in the drive speed selection hole It will naturally be correct DRIVE SPEED ROE BETA AREA a b Figure 3 Drive Speed Control Lever Attachment 10 Chute Rotation Handle To attach the chute rotation handle Remove the handle grip from the handle by removing the screw at the end see figure 4 2 Slide the end of the chute rotation handle with the grip removed through the eye hole on the snow thrower handle as shown in figure 4 a 3 Slide the other end of the chute rotation handle through the hole near the base of the chute Line the spiral of the handle up with the grooves in the base of the chute see figure 4b 4 Insert the fastener pin through the end of the chute rotation handle near the chute Bend the ends of the pin to hold the pin in place 5 Reattach the grip to the chute rotation handle CHUTE ROTATION HANDLE 2 HANDLE GRIP a b Figure 4 Chute Rotation Handle Assembly Drive Control and Auger Control Cable Assembly The cab
28. the chute 6 Wheel Traction Drive Lock Pin that locks the wheel into the automatic drive system 6 7 internal 7 Impeller Spinning mechanism that works to propel snow out the chute 8 Auger Shield A shroud that covers the auger This is the intake point for the snow 9 Adjustable Skid Shoes Control the height of the auger and auger shield from the ground 10 Auger Spinning mechanism that intakes snow into the snow thrower 11 Chute Exit shaft of shoveled snow 12 Engine Provides power to the snow thrower see engine components on next page ENGINE COMPONENTS Please familiarize yourself with the locations and functions of the various components and controls of the engine portion of the snow thrower 1 Recoil Starter Handle Pull cord for starting engine 2 Throttle Lever Use to control engine speed This should be set to the highest speed when using the snow thrower 3 Fuel Valve Lever Controls flow of fuel into the engine 4 Choke Lever Adjusts the amount of air let into the engine 5 Spark plug Provides proper engine ignition 6 Exhaust Outlet for air from engine combustion 7 Air cleaner a removable cleanable element that limits the amount of dirt pulled into the engine 8 Fuel Cap Access to the fuel tank for adding fuel 9 Fuel Tank Stores gas used to run engine 10 On Off Switch Used to start stop engine 11 Oil Fill and Dipstick Location for checki
29. ther compressed air source DO NOT OVER INFLATE Figure 15 Checking tire pressure Checking Adding Oil TIMELINE Before each use you should check the oil level in the snow thrower 1 Unscrew the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean dry cloth figure 16 Now replace the cap 2 Remove the oil filler cap again and inspect the attached dipstick Oil should now be visible on the stick If oil is not visible on the stick you may need to add more oil and repeat these steps to check the proper oil level Use a regular car motor oil 21 that performs well in cold conditions The temperature conditions and recommended oil grade will vary by geographic area 3 Once you have ensured the engine oil level is correct replace the oil filler cap and screw tightly Of FILL CAP Figure 16 Removing oil filler cap Figure 17 Proper oil level Replacing the Oil TIMELINE You should drain and replace the oil in the crankcase every 50 hours or when dirty To drain the oil from the crankcase 1 Place a bucket near the engine to catch oil as it drains 2 Using a wrench unscrew the oil drain plug The oil drain plug is located just below and to the left of the oil filler cap as shown in figure 18 Allow all the oil to drain from the crankcase 3 Replace the oil drain plug and tighten with the hex wrench OIL DRAIN PLUG Figure 18 Draining the oil 22 After you have drained the dirty oil refill the crankca
30. y Never get soap or water inside the working mechanisms of the snow thrower NOTE Do not clean with water when the snow thrower is cold from being outdoors as it may cause water to freeze onto the machine and damage it 20 Clearing Auger or Impeller Jams WARNING The auger and impeller rotate at fast speeds that can cause damage or even amputation to body parts Even if you do not see the auger or impeller rotating they may start at any time if the engine is running e Always turn off the engine before attempting to clear any clogs or jams Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts while the engine is running Do not wear loose fitting clothing that can become entangled in rotating parts To clear a jam in the auger or impeller Turn off the snow thrower engine 2 Wait until the auger and compeller have come to a full stop 3 Clear any visible jams using a long stick or broom handle DO NOT try to clear jams with your hands or feet 4 Ifthe jam is too difficult to clear do not force it out Call the customer service line at 888 315 3080 Checking Tire Pressure TIMELINE Before each use for best performance To get the best performance from your snow thrower the pressure in the tires should be equal and in the range of 20 to 24 PSI To check the tire pressure unscrew the inflation nozzle cap and attach an ordinary tire pressure gauge as shown in figure 15 If needed inflate using an air compressor or o
31. y 1 Handle assembly iset 56 8 nun Flat washer 3 2 Auger and drive control handles 2 57 M8 x 20 Hex screws 1 3 Rubber cap 2 58 Transmission pulley 1 4 8 50 Hex screws 4 59 pulley mounting plate 1 5 M8 hex nuts as 60 transmission pulley shaft H 6 Turnbuckie 2 61 Deep Groove Bearing 2 7 Cable 2 62 spacer bushing 1 8 Speed control frame 1 63 pulley bracket lset 9 IM6x35 Hex screw 5 64 angle plate 1 10 Drive Speed Control Lever 1 65 shift arm 1 set 1 Steel bracket 1 66 8 40 Hex screws 1 12 IM6x30 Hex screws 1 67 Spacer 1 13 Eye bolt 1 68 Large Pulley 1 14 rubber ring 1 69 flat key 1 15 washer 2 70 round cover 1 16 spring pin 2 spherical bearing 1 17 Hex screws 3 72 Hex screws 1 18 Chain Wheel 3 73 Spring 1 1 19 pulley mounting plate 1 1 74 mounting plate 1 20 IM6x10 Hex screws 23 75 Large tension wheel assy With bearing 1 set 21 pulley mounting plate 3 1 76 Spacer 1 22 Pneumatic Tire 2 Chute 1 23 key 2 78 Chute deflector 1 24 Large Gear 1 79 Chute deflector knob 1 25 lend cap bushing 2 80 safety bar assy 1 set 26 driving shaft 1 81 spring 3 1 27 1 82 Chute Mounting Washer 3 28 transmission case cover 1 83 Plastic Cover 1 29 6mm flat washer 27 84 6 Hex nut 26 30 Chute rotation handle grip 1 85 C shaped plate 1 rocker 1 86 M6x15 square necked screw 5 32 Poly ring 1 87 Auger Shield 1 set 33 Steel Mounting Plate 1 88 Skid Shoe 2 34 IM8x20 square neck screws 4 89 8 25 square neck screws 10 35 washer 2 90 Long bl
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