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This manual contains important safety instructions for the gasoline engine powered
READ SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
DO NOT RETURN THIS SNOW BLOWER TO THE
When you call the help-line you will need to have the following information:
Date of Purchase:
Location of Purchase:
Serial # - Snow Blower:
*Serial number is located on engine block below the starter.
S
B
NOW
Owner's Manual
snow blower models: 30SB, 36SB, 45SB
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
Need Help?
Parts, Service, and Technical Assistance call:
(919)-550-3221
Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5PM EST
www.beastpowerequipment.com
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LOWER
by
STORE!
Snow blower and engine life is
extended greatly by performing
frequent lubrications, oil changes
and regular maintenance. To
protect your investment perform
routine maintenance.

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  • Page 1 LOWER Owner’s Manual This manual contains important safety instructions for the gasoline engine powered snow blower models: 30SB, 36SB, 45SB READ SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. SAVE THIS MANUAL. Need Help? Parts, Service, and Technical Assistance call: (919)-550-3221 Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5PM EST www.beastpowerequipment.com...
  • Page 2 Snow BEAST 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Copyright© 2012 by GXi Outdoor Power, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this publication can be reproduced or distributed without prior written permission of GXi Outdoor Power, LLC Clayton, NC 27520 USA. DEK is a registered trademark of GXi Outdoor Power, LLC GXi Outdoor Power, LLC reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice...
  • Page 3 BEAST SERIES Check out our other great products at www.HomeDepot.com or visit our web site at www.beastpowerequipment.com Z-Beast Turf Beast 36” & 54” Walk Behind 54” & 62” Zero-Turn Finish Mower Riding Mower Snow Beast Brush Beast 36” & 45” Snow Blower 36”...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Snow BEAST 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Contents Safety Information and Warnings ................. 1 Preparation Safety Precautions ................2 Operation Safety Precautions ................3 Safety Decals ......................5 Product Specifications ................... 6 Control Panel and Snow Blower Components ............ 7 Missing Parts Request Form ................... 8 Assembly Instructions ....................

  • Page 5: Safety Information And Warnings

    Snow BEAST Safety Information and Warnings 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Safety Information Training Emission Control System Information 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the The U.S. and California Clean Air Acts machine and manual(s) before attempting to EPA and California regulations require all assemble and operate.

  • Page 6: Preparation Safety Precautions

    Snow BEAST Preparation Safety Precautions 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Preparation—Safety Precautions 9. Be sure to inspect snow blower before each 1. Inspect the area where the equipment is to be use. used and remove all objects such as rocks, 10. Check the controls and shields to make sure...

  • Page 7: Operation Safety Precautions

    Snow BEAST Operation Safety Precautions 30SB, 36SB, 45SB 14. Keep hands and feet away from augers/ Equipment Operation—Safety Precautions impeller . This product is capable of amputating 1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space hands and feet.
  • Page 8 Snow BEAST Operation Safety Precautions 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Do NOT over-prime the engine. Pressing the Clearing A Clogged Chute—Safety Precautions primer bulb more than 3x could result in flooding the carburetor making the engine hard to start 1. SHUT THE ENGINE OFF! or cause fuel to leak from the carburetor inlet.

  • Page 9: Safety Decals

    Snow BEAST Safety Decals 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Safety Decal Identification The labels shown below are located on your snow blower to warn you of potential hazards and provide you with important safety information. If these decals become difficult to read or are missing from the snow blower, please contact GXi Parts &...

  • Page 10: Product Specifications

    Snow BEAST Product Specifications 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Models Feature 30SB 36SB 45SB Product Type Snow blower Snow blower Snow blower Clearing Path 30” 36” 45” Engine 302cc 420cc 420cc Torque 15.9 ft.lbs 20.7 ft.lbs 20.7 ft.lbs Engine Start 120V Electric Start and recoil...

  • Page 11: Control Panel And Snow Blower Components

    Snow BEAST 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Control Panel and Snow Blower Components Throughout this manual, instructions are given on the operation of your SNOW BEAST snow blower. We recommend that while going through this manual, you have your snow blower available for quick and easy access in order to orient yourself with the controls, maintenance and orientation of different parts.

  • Page 12: Missing Parts Request Form

    Snow BEAST Missing Parts Request Form 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Please indicate the part that you are missing: Name Hardware bag Other Address Date of purchase Model #: Phone Email Serial Comments: IMPORTANT: Please include your receipt. Without a receipt, your order will be delayed.

  • Page 13: Assembly Instructions

    Snow BEAST Assembly Instructions 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Step 1: Control Panel Handles 1. Align the two holes on each side of the control panel handles over the lower handle frame. 2. Insert the bolts through the handlebar holes and frame holes.
  • Page 14 Snow BEAST Assembly Instructions 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Step 3: Chute Rotation Cable Connection (continued) 1. Locate the connection: The chute rotation cable connection is located at the base of the discharge chute between the engine and the discharge chute. 2. Slide the threaded end of the connector down the cable in order to easily see the end of the cable con- nection.
  • Page 15 Snow BEAST 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Step 4: Chute Direction Control Cable Support With the rubber lined one hole strap removed, put the chute direction control cable and the chute deflector cable into the opening, and press the strap together aligning the hole for the bolt.
  • Page 16 Snow BEAST Assembly Instructions 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Step 7: Auger and Transmission Control Cables Control cables are preset at the factory, but may require additional adjustment for optimal operation. Control cables require periodic inspection and maintenance to maintain optimal performance.
  • Page 17 Snow BEAST Assembly Instructions 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Step 9: Headlight 1. Connect snow blower headlight wire plug to the headlight bulb. 2. Connect the headlight bezel to the control panel. A. Tilt headlight assembly and align tabs on the top of the headlight bezel with the notches in the control panel.

  • Page 18: Starting The Engine

    Snow BEAST Starting the Engine 30SB, 36SB, 45SB WARNING DANGER WARNING! The electric starter is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. Use only a UL-listed, 16 gauge extension cord for outdoor use that is Before attempting to use your snow blower, make sure you no longer than 50 feet (15 meters).

  • Page 19: Operating Instructions

    Snow BEAST Operating Instructions 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Engage Transmission Drive Transmission Control Your snow blower is equipped with an easily To engage the transmission drive squeeze the right lever to adjustable transmission control, which can be the hand grip. adjusted for forward and reverse speed.
  • Page 20 Snow BEAST Operating Instructions 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Chute Direction Control Headlights To rotate the chute to the right rotate the chute control To turn on the lights, flip the switch up. clockwise. To turn off the lights, flip the switch down.
  • Page 21 This will as- sist in turning the snow blower, and is especially important for the 45SB which uses double tires on each side.  E xample: If turning left, shift the weight of the snow blower to the right.

  • Page 22: General Maintenance

    Snow BEAST General Maintenance 30SB, 36SB, 45SB The Importance of Maintenance CAUTION Regular maintenance is essential to ensure your snow blower continues to deliver safe and high-quality performance. CAUTION! Before making any adjustments and/or To help you properly care for your snow blower, the...

  • Page 23: Maintenance Schedule

    Snow BEAST 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Maintenance Schedule Time Interval Break-in Every 8 hrs Every 40 hrs Every 100 hrs Every 200 hrs (first 5 hrs) (daily) (weekly) (Bi-weekly) (monthly) Item Procedure Inspect Tension Belts (adjust if needed) Augers/Impeller Inspect Engine Air Filter...

  • Page 24: Service Adjustments

    Snow BEAST Service Adjustments 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Adjusting Augers/Impeller Cable Adjusting Drive Cable If tension seems to be too loose or too tight the If tension seems to be too loose or too tight the drive augers/impeller cables needs to be readjusted.

  • Page 25: Adjust/Replacing Drive And Augers/Impeller Belts

    Snow BEAST Service Adjustments 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Check & Replacing the Transmission Drive Belt If belt needs to be changed or altered for any reason, the belt is located in the front of the snow blower behind the discharge chute and in front of the wheels.

  • Page 26: Adjusting Discharge Chute Deflector

    Snow BEAST Service Adjustments 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Adjusting Discharge Deflector The discharge chute is preset at the factory, but may require adjustment over time or during maintenance. For adjustments, follow the procedure below: 1. Loosen the two nuts at the chute cable mount on the discharge chute.

  • Page 27: Storage Instructions

    Snow BEAST Storage Instructions 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Short Term Storage   Let engine cool before storing and do not store Do not drain fuel indoors or near a flame. near flame, high heat, and possible ignitions from  sparks.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Snow BEAST Troubleshooting 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Problem Possible Causes Solution Engine will not start 1. Key in the OFF position 1. Turn key to ON position 2. Insufficient fuel in the tank 2. Add gasoline 3. Air bubble in the fuel line 3.
  • Page 29 Snow BEAST Troubleshooting 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Problem Possible Causes Solution Snow blower will not 1. Transmission cable out of 1. Readjust transmission cable move forward or reverse adjustment (too loose) or If damaged, replace and readjust. damaged. 2. Friction wheel rubber worn 2.

  • Page 30: Replacement Parts

    Snow BEAST 30SB, 36SB, 45SB 30SB Collector Assembly Diagram Key - Year Model 2012/13 GXi Part Item # Description Number Discharge chute assembly, SB orange, with labels, hand guard, hand guard spring, deflector, deflector seal,  B00512 plastic rotation ring, chute mounts and spacers, deflector cable, and hardware B00712 Discharge chute deflector, SB orange, with deflector seal and hardware B00910 Drift cutters, set of 2, SB orange, with hardware B01412 Auger/Impeller gear box, SB, SS Discharge chute rotation ring, SB, SS, black chute mount tabs, chute mount spacers with steel tube inserts,  B01512 and hardware B02410 Snow cleanout tool with mounting bracket and hardware Discharge chute direction gear (spiral gear), SB, SS, with threaded chute cable connection, cotter pin, plastic  B03712 bushing, flat washer, and hardware Auger/Impeller clutch pulley assembly, SB, SS, includes clutch arm, idle pulley, hardware, brake spring with  B04812 spring mount, and pivot bushing Auger/Impeller pulley, SB, SS, double V, with key and mounting hardware ‐ loctite recommended (not ...
  • Page 31 Snow BEAST 30SB, 36SB, 45SB 36S B Co llec tor A sse m bly D iag ra m K ey - Ye ar M ode l 2012/13 G X i P art Item # D e scrip tio n N um b er Discharge chute assem bly, SB orange, with labels, hand guard, hand guard spring, ...
  • Page 32 Snow BEAST 30SB, 36SB, 45SB 45SB Collector A ssem bly D iagram Key - Year M odel 2012/13 G Xi Part Item # D escription N um ber Discharge chute assembly, SB orange, with labels, hand guard, hand guard spring,  B00512 deflector, deflector seal, plastic rotation ring, chute mounts and spacers, deflector cable,  and hardware B00712 Discharge chute deflector, SB orange, with deflector seal and hardware B00910 Drift cutters, set of 2, SB orange, with hardware B01412 Auger/Im peller gear box, SB, SS Discharge chute rotation ring, SB, SS, black chute m ount tabs, chute mount spacers with ...
  • Page 33 Snow BEAST 30SB, 36SB, 45SB 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Chassis Assembly Reference 30, 36, 45 SB Collector Assembly Diagram Key - Year Model 2012/13 30, 36, 45 SB Collector Assembly Diagram Key - Year Model 2012/13 GXi Part GXi Part Item #...
  • Page 34 Engine Assembly - 420cc Electric Start (Includes complete ready to run engine assembly with E07612 fuel tank and recoil. Does NOT include crankshaft pulleys.) Models: 36SB, 36SS, 45SB, 45SS E10811 Engine Recoil Assembly for 302cc Snow blower Engine. Models: 30SS, 30SB E07910 Engine Recoil Assembly for 420cc Snow blower Engine.

  • Page 35: Limited Warranty And Service

    Snow BEAST Limited Warranty & Service 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Length of Warranty: *(from the date of original retail purchase) Noncommercial/ Commercial Rental Products Covered by this Warranty Nonrental Engine 24 months 90 days 90 days Transmission 12 months 90 days...

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