Safety Rules & Information This machine is capable to amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment.
Safety Rules 21. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for acci- 8. Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor- dents occurring to other people or property. age preparations before storing the unit for both short 22. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and and long term periods.
Decals DECALS The safety decals below are on your unit. This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment.
Safety Icons SAFETY ICONS WARNING: READ OPERATOR’S WARNING: DISMEMBERMENT. MANUAL. This machine can amputate limbs. Read and understand the Operator’s Keep bystanders and children away Manual before using this machine. when engine is running. DANGER: DISMEMBERMENT. DANGER: THROWN OBJECTS. The auger can amputate limbs. Keep This machine is capable of throwing hands and feet away from auger and objects and debris.
Identification Numbers North American / CE Models CE Models (Only) PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA Model Description Name/Number Identification Numbers Unit MFG Unit SERIAL Number Number When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number ment parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers.
Features, Controls, & Operation Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual. 1,2.. Manual Electric Rotator Rotator Model Model CONTROL LOCATIONS...
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Features & Controls Auger Control Fuel Engages the auger/impeller when depressed. Releasing Fuel tank filler cap (see illustration). Note: The fuel shut the control stops the auger/impeller. off valve is located under the fuel tank or on the front of the engine.
Operation GENERAL OPERATION WARNING This unit is a “two-stage” snowthrower. CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP The first stage is the auger, which feeds the snow 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, back into the impeller housing. The second stage bolts and clips are secure.
Operation STARTING CONTROLS See Figure 1for the following instructions. Units with Optional Electric Start A. Electric Start Button - The Electric Start Button (A) activates an electric starter mounted to the engine, eliminating the need to pull the starter han- dle.
Operation OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER WARNING 1. Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction. When BOTH levers are depressed, the Free- 2. Set the speed selector to the desired forward speed. Hand™ Control is activated. This allows Auger Engage Control to be released — YET AUGER 3.
Operation DEFLECTOR The distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlled by the position of the deflector. (Engine speed also affects distance of discharge.) The more the deflector is tilted UP, the farther snow will be thrown. Models with Chute Deflector Knob See Figure 3.
Operation FULL TRACTION EASY TURN™ TRACTION Easy Turn™ Easy Turn™ Lever Lever Engaged Released Right Wheel Freewheels, Both Wheels Drive Left Wheel Drives Figure 6. Easy Turn Control EASY TURN™ FREEWHEELING AND TRACTION DRIVE LOCK While Clearing Snow: For easy turning when using the snowthrower, squeeze the Easy Turn™...
Storage AFTER EACH USE WARNING Normal use of the snowthrower may result in a build-up Never store the unit, with gasoline in engine or of packed snow in and around the starter cord housing and around engine controls. Heat from the engine will fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, usually prevent the snow from freezing solid while the poorly ventilated enclosures.
Regular Maintenance LUBRICATION IMPORTANT NOTE It is very important that grease fittings on the auger shaft are lubricated regularly. If auger rusts to shaft, damage to worm gear may occur if shear pins do not break. To prevent wheels rusting to axles, it is also necessary to remove the wheels and grease the axles regularly.
Regular Maintenance CHECK / LUBRICATE FREE-HAND LINKAGE Check the function of the Free-Hand controls: the con- trols should function as described in the CONTROLS section. It is critical for the safe operation of the unit that the controls disengage when released. If the controls do not function properly, lubricate them.
Troubleshooting, Adjustments, Service TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING This section provides troubleshooting and service Before performing any adjustment or service to instructions. Locate the problem and check the possible snowthrower, stop the engine and wait for cause/remedy in the order listed. moving parts to stop. Remove the key. To prevent Also, refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual accidental starting, disconnect the spark plug for additional information.
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Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Auger rotates, but snow is not 1. Chute deflector too low. 1. Adjust deflector as necessary. thrown far enough 2. Engine speed too slow. 2. Set speed to full throttle. 3. Ground speed too fast. 3.
Adjustments SPEED SELECTOR ADJUSTMENT 1. Loosen the two nuts (C, Figure 17). 2. Place the shift lever in 5th gear. 3. Push the lower rod into the housing and tighten the two nuts (C). Do not lift up or down on rods while tightening.
Adjustments TRACTION DRIVE TENSION Initial Adjustment 1.With the drive lever released there should be no slack in the cable when moved slightly from side to side, but bellcrank arm remains in fully down position. 1. To adjust tension on the cable loosen adjustment hex nut (D, Figure 19) by holding the adjusting flats (A).
Adjustments MANUAL DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT Pinion Gear Adjustment If the discharge chute is difficult to operate, first lubricate the pinion gear (A, Figure 20) and ring gear (F). If it is still difficult to operate, adjust as follows: NOTE: If the discharge chute will not stay in position, adjust the pinion gear (A) closer to the ring gear (F).
Adjustments & Service EASY TURN™ CABLE ADJUSTMENT If the Easy Turn™ cable has stretched, the gears will not disengage when the control lever is activated. Adjust the cable using the following procedure. 1. Turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Adjustments & Service BELT REPLACEMENT 1. Turn off the engine, remove the spark plug wire, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Rotate the spout full right. Loosen the two screws (B, Figure 25) securing the belt cover. 2. Tilt the cover forward and work it off the snowthrower. 3.
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Service 6. Reverse the procedure to install the belts. Be sure there are no twists and the belts are properly seated in the grooves. Adjust the belt stops so there is 1/8” (3mm) clearance between belt and stop. The pattern for both belts is shown in Figure 28.
Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. * Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. ENGINE: CHASSIS: Wheels - 9524, 9560,10560, Tire Size: 16 x 4.8 9.5 HP* Briggs &...
TECHNICAL MANUALS Replacement parts are available from your authorized Additional copies of this manual are available, as well as dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity / Snapper Service fully illustrated parts lists. These manuals show all of the Parts. product’s components in exploded views (3D illustrations...
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