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Simplicity 1226 Series Operator's Manual

Simplicity 1226 Series Operator's Manual

Large frame snowthrowers
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  • Page 1 Print Vendor How to use this file Operator’s Manuals Instructions Paper Size: • 11x17 • Body - 50 lbs brilliant white offset or equivalent. • Cover - on pre-printed two tone “Swash” stock. Press: • Body - 1 color, 2-sided. •...
  • Page 2 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK (FOR PLACEMENT ONLY - DO NOT PRINT)
  • Page 3 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Large Frame Snowthrowers 1226 Models 1632 Models Mfg. No. Description Mfg. No. Description 1695324 L1226E, Snowthrower 1695336 1632E, Snowthrower 1695325 L1226EX, Snowthrower (CE) 1695337 1632EX, Snowthrower (CE) 1695326 L1226E, Snowthrower 1695338 L1632E, Snowthrower 1695327 L1226EX, Snowthrower (CE) 1428 Models Mfg.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CONTENTS: Regular Maintenance Schedule............21 Safety Rules & Information Checking Tire Pressure .........21 General............2 Auger Gear Case Lubrication ......21 Training ............4 Lubrication .............22 Preparation ............4 Check / Lubricate Free-Hand Linkage ...23 Operation............4 Lubricate Auger Shaft Assembly ....23 Children ............5 Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute ....5 Troubleshooting, Adjustments, &...

  • Page 5: Safety Rules & Information

    Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manu- factured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is mis- used, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you.
  • Page 6 Safety Rules & Information Moving Parts This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if you are standing in the operator’s position, and follow all the rules in this book, the unit is safe to operate. The auger and impeller have spinning parts that can amputate hands and feet.

  • Page 7: Training

    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.

  • Page 8: Children

    Safety Rules & Information 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.

  • Page 9: Decals

    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.
  • Page 10 Decals ALL MODEL DECALS Part No. 1733443 Chute Release Part No. 1733772 Shift Decal CE MODEL DECALS Part No. 1733060 - DANGER / WARNING Part No. 1733059 - DANGER / WARNING Main Dash Decal, CE, w/ Easy Turn Main Dash Decal, CE, w/o Easy Turn Part No.

  • Page 11: Safety Icons

    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.

  • Page 12: Identification Numbers

    Identification Numbers North American / CE Models Part No. xxxxxxx CE Models xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx (Only) Serial No. xxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx kg: xxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA kW: x.xx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 20xx xxxx max Model Description Name/Number Identification Numbers Unit MFG Unit SERIAL Number Number When contacting your authorized dealer for replace-...

  • Page 13: Features, Controls, & Operation

    Features, Controls, & Operation CONTROL LOCATIONS IMPORTANT NOTE Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the The information below briefly describes the function of name, location, and function of these controls so that you individual controls. Starting, stopping, and driving will better understand the safety and operating instruc- require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences.

  • Page 14: Auger Control

    Features & Controls Speed Selector Starter Selects forward speeds 1-6 and reverse speeds 1-2. No Electric Start: Depressing the starter button activates neutral position or gate is required, since the traction the electric starter. The electric start button operates on drive design automatically provides "neutral"...

  • Page 15: General Operation

    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.

  • Page 16: Starting Controls

    Operation STARTING CONTROLS See Figure 1 for the following instructions. 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. The Electric Start Button operates on 120 Volts AC, which is provided by connection to the extension cord provided with units equipped with this feature.

  • Page 17: Starting The Engine

    Operation STARTING THE ENGINE CAUTION WARNING This engine was shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Before you start the engine, make Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull sure you add oil according to the instructions in hand and arm toward engine faster than you can the Engine Owner’s Manual.

  • Page 18: Stopping The Engine

    Operation NOTE: If the engine does not start after three attempts, see the “Troubleshooting” section in the Engine Owner’s Manual. 11. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes. Then, slowly move the choke control knob to the run position.

  • Page 19: Operating The Snowthrower

    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 3. Fully press and hold the auger engage control (C, Engage Control to be released —...

  • Page 20: Ground Speed Selector

    Operation GROUND SPEED SELECTOR Use the speed selector (A, Figure 5) to control the drive speed of the snowthrower. There are six forward speeds and two reverse speeds. Use the lower speeds to blow deep or wet snow. Use the higher speeds to blow light snow or to drive the snow- thrower without blowing snow.

  • Page 21: Easy-Turn And Traction Drive Lock

    Operation FULL TRACTION EASY TURN™ TRACTION Easy Turn™ Easy Turn™ Lever Lever Released Engaged Left Wheel Freewheels, Both Wheels Drive Right Wheel Drives Figure 8. Easy Turn Control EASY TURN™ FREEWHEELING AND TRACTION DRIVE LOCK While Clearing Snow: For easy turning when using the snowthrower, squeeze the Easy Turn™...

  • Page 22: After Each Use

    Operation 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 fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, poor- and around engine controls.

  • Page 24: Regular Maintenance

    Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Required Frequency Notes Check / Lubricate Free-Hand Linkage. 10 Hours 10W Oil Lubricate snowthrower. 10 Hours 10W Oil and Grease Check tire pressure. Monthly 20 psi (1,38 bar) Change engine oil.* See Engine Manual 50 Hours See Engine Manual Clean or replace spark plug.

  • Page 25: Lubrication

    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 nec- essary to remove the wheels and grease the axles regularly.

  • Page 26: Check / Lubricate Free-Hand Linkage

    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. Lubricate as shown in Figure 16.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service

    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 mov- cause/remedy in the order listed. ing parts to stop.
  • Page 28 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Remedy Auger rotates, but snow is not- Chute deflector too low. Adjust deflector as necessary. thrown far enough. Engine speed too slow. Set speed to full throttle. Ground speed too fast. Use slower speed selector setting. Snowthrower discharge chute STOP engine and REMOVE the key.

  • Page 29: Speed Selector Adjustment

    Adjustments AUGER DRIVE ADJUSTMENT WARNING Do not over-tighten, as this may lift the lever and cause auger drive to be engaged without depress- ing the Auger Control. 1. Check that the auger cable (A, Figure 18) is on top of cable button (B) as show in Figure 18.

  • Page 30: Traction Drive Adjustment

    Adjustments 4-5/16” (10.95cm) Figure 20. Traction Drive Cable Adjustment Figure 21. Friction Disc Measurement A. Cable Boot A. Friction Disc B. Traction Drive Cable B. Frame C. “Z” Hook D. Cable Adjustment Bracket 4. Slide the cable boot (A) over the cable adjustment bracket.

  • Page 31: Easy Turn Cable Adjustment

    Adjustments 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.

  • Page 32: Shear Pin Replacement

    Adjustments & Service SHEAR PIN REPLACEMENT WARNING Do not go near the discharge chute or auger when the engine is running. Do not run the engine with any cover or guard removed. Under most circumstances, if the auger strikes an object which could cause damage to the unit, the shear pin will break.

  • Page 33: Belt Replacement

    Service BELT REPLACEMENT Auger Drive Belt The drive belts are of special construction and must be replaced with original factory replacement belts available from your nearest authorized service center. Some steps require the assistance of a second person. If the auger drive belt is damaged, the snow thrower will not discharge snow.
  • Page 34 Adjustments & Service Figure 31. Install Spout Rotator Rod Figure 30. Spout Rotator Rod A. Hex Dash Opening A. Special Nut B. Spout Rotator Rod B. Cover C. Hair Pin D. Spout Rotator Rod 15. Index or point the spout rotator to the center of the machine so the rotator control is in the center of the dash panel.

  • Page 35: Traction Drive Belt

    Service Traction Drive Belt If the snow thrower will not move forward, check the trac- tion drive belt for wear or damage. If the traction drive belt is worn or damaged, replace the belt as follows. 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire. 2.

  • Page 36: Specifications

    Due to manufacturing and capacity limitations, Briggs & Stratton may substitute an engine of higher rated power for this Series engine. ENGINE: CHASSIS: Wheels - 1226, 1428, Tire Size: 15 x 5 1100 Series Briggs & Stratton Inflation Pressure: 20 psi (1,37 bar) Make Briggs &...

  • Page 37: Parts & Accessories

    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 which show the relationship of parts and how they go together) as well as part numbers and quantities used.
  • Page 38 M A N U F A C T U R I N G , I N C . 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.SimplicityMfg.com P R O D U C T S 535 Macon Street McDonough, GA 30253 www.Snapper.com ©...

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