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- Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Single Stage Snowthrower 521E Models Mfg. No. Description 1695702 521E, Snowthrower 1737682-A Revision: A 07/2009...
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Page 2: Snow Thrower
Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Snapper snow thrower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confi dence in the Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper product will provide many years of dependable service. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Operator Safety ..............Assembly ................Remove Snowthrower from Carton ............Handle Assembly .................. Add Oil to the Engine ................Add Fuel to the Engine ................Before Operate the Snowthrower ............Operation................Snowthrower and Engine Controls ............Control Snow Discharge ............... Snow Throwing .................. -
Page 4: Operator Safety
Operator Safety Hazard Symbols and Their Meanings DANGER Safety Alert – Identifies safety information AMPUTATION HAZARD about hazards that can result in personal injury. The discharge chute contains a rotating impeller to throw snow. Never clear or Operator’s Manual – Read and understand unclog thedischarge chute with before performing any activity or running your hands. -
Page 5: Operating Symbols And Their Meanings
Operator Safety Operating Symbols and Their Meanings Read the Manual DANGER Read, understand, and follow all the Foward instructions on the snowthrower and in Fuel the operator’s manual before operating this unit. Nuetral On Off Failure to observe the safet y instructions in this manual will result in death or serious injury. -
Page 6: Fuel Handling
Operator Safety Operation and Equipment Safety Fuel Handling DANGER DANGER This snowthrower is only as safe as the Fuel and its vapors are extremely operator. If it is misused, or not properly fl ammable and explosive. Always handle maintained, it can be dangerous. fuel with extreme care. - Page 7 Operator Safety Operator Safety Moving Parts Children DANGER DANGER Keep hands, feet, and clothing away Tragic accidents can occur if the operator from rotating parts.Rotating parts can is not alert to the presence of children. contact or entangle hands, feet, hair, Children are often attracted to the unit clothing, or accessories.
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Page 8: Maintenance And Storage
Operator Safety Engine Safety (Continued) Maintenance and Storage WARNING WARNING Starting engine creates sparking. This snowthrower must be properly maintained to ensure safe operation and performance. Failure to observe the Sparking can ignite nearby fl ammable gases. safety instructions in this manual could result in death or serious injury. -
Page 9: Safety Decals
- - - - - - *Decal, EPA, Mass 728046 Decal, Electric Start (EN/FR) 1742294 Decal, Dash Panel (EN/FR) 276063 Decal, Briggs & Stratton Logo 1737831 Decal, 521E 723023 Decal, Warning Hot Muffl er 723710 Decal, Auger Control 728042 Decal, Danger Chute Decal, 728043... -
Page 10: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Read and follow the assembly and adjustment Cut down all four corners of the carton and lay the instructions for your snowthrower. All fasten- side panels flat. ers are in the parts bag. Do not discard any parts or material until the unit is assembled. Cut off the plastic bag that covers the snowthrower. -
Page 11: Add Oil To The Engine
ASSEMBLY ADD FUEL TO THE ENGINE ADD OIL TO THE ENGINE This engine is certi ed to operate on gasoline or NOTE: Engine may already contain some petrol. The emissions control system for this engine is residual oil. Check frequently when filling the EM (Engine Modi cations). -
Page 12: Before Operate The Snowthrower
ASSEMBLY BEFORE YOU OPERATE KNOW YOUR SNOWTHROWER Before you operate your new snow thrower, Read this Instruction Book and safety rules before please review the following checklist: operating the snow thrower. Compare the illustration • Make sure all assembly instructions have been with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with completed. -
Page 13: Operation
OPERATION Figure 3 Ignition Key (6) - If equipped, insert and turn to the Control and Equipment Features (Figure 3) ON position to start the engine. Crank Assembly (1) - Changes the direction of Primer Button (7) - Injects fuel directly into the the discharge chute. -
Page 14: Control Snow Discharge
OPERATION HOW TO CONTROL DISCHARGE WARNING: The operation of any snow OF SNOW thrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result WARNING: Never direct the dis- in severe eye damage. Always wear safety charge of snow toward bystanders. glasses or eye shields while operating the snow thrower. -
Page 15: Before Starting The Engine
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE HOW TO START A COLD ENGINE Before you service or start the engine, Fill the fuel tank with fresh, clean fuel. See “Add familiarize yourself with the snow thrower. Be Fuel To The Engine” in the Assembly section. sure you understand the function and location of all controls. -
Page 16: Starting A Warm Engine
OPERATION With the engine running, quickly pull the re- 13. (Electric Start) First disconnect the power coil starter handle (10) three or four times with cord from the three-hole receptacle. Then, a continuous full arm stroke. This will produce a disconnect the power cord from the switch loud clattering sound that is not harmful to the box (11). - Page 17 OPERATION Dry and Average Snow For complete snow removal, slightly overlap leach previous path. 1. Snow up to eight inches deep can be removed rapidly and easily by walking at a moderate When possible, discharge the snow down wind. rate. For snow drifts of a greater depth, slow The distance the snow will be discharged can your pace to allow the discharge chute to dis- pose of the snow as rapidly as the auger receives...
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Page 18: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SERVICE RECORDS Fill in dates as you First Before Every Every Every complete regular Each Each Before service. Hours Season Storage Hours Hours Hours SERVICE DATES √ √ Check And Tighten All Screws and Nuts √ √ Check Spark Plug √... -
Page 19: After Each Use
MAINTENANCE AFTER EACH USE Carefully pull the rear of the top cover (4) up and over the gas tank. • Check for any loose or damaged parts. • Tighten any loose fasteners. To install the top cover (4), reverse the above •... -
Page 20: Adjust The Auger Control Cable
MAINTENANCE HOW TO ADJUST THE AUGER CONTROL 7. (Figure 6) Install the “Z” hook (1) to the CABLE auger drive lever (2). The auger control is adjusted at the factory. During normal use, the auger control cable can become 8. To check the adjustment, start the snowthrower. stretched and the auger drive lever will not pro- Make sure the auger does not rotate when the perly engage or disengage the auger. -
Page 21: Replace The Auger Drive Belt
MAINTENANCE Move the belt guide (4) away from the drive belt (1). To reduce pressure on the drive belt (1), move the idler pulley (2) away from the drive belt (1). Remove the drive belt (1) from between the brake pad (3) and the roller (5). Remove the old drive belt (1). -
Page 22: Replace The Auger
MAINTENANCE HOW TO ADJUST THE BRAKE PAD HOW TO REPLACE THE AUGER IMPORTANT: An adjustment is only necessary Remove the belt cover. See “How To Remove if the brake pad has become loose or has been The Belt Cover.” removed. To adjust, proceed as follows: Remove the drive belt. -
Page 23: Replace The Spark Plug
MAINTENANCE Check the spark plug. If the spark plug is HOW TO REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG cracked, fouled, or dirty, it must be replaced. NOTE: This spark plug ignition system meets (Figure 14) Set the gap between the elec- all requirements of the Canadian Intereference- trodes of the new spark plug at .030 inch. -
Page 24: Order Replacement Parts
MAINTENANCE HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS Be sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are securely fastened. Inspect all visible moving Use only manufacturer’s authorized or approved parts for damage, breakage, and wear. Replace if necessary. replacement parts. Do not use attachments or accessories not speci cally recommended for this unit. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting Chart
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Trouble Cause Correction Difficulty starting Defective spark plug. Replace spark plug. Water or dirt in fuel system. Use carburetor bowl drain to flush and refill with fresh fuel. Engine runs erratic Blocked fuel line, empty gas tank, Clean fuel line; check fuel supply; add or stale gasoline/petrol. -
Page 26: Warranty Statements
BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, L.L.C. OWNER WARRANTY POLICY LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair and/or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the equipment that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Briggs & Stratton Corporation will repair and/or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the Briggs and Stratton engine* (if equipped) that is defective in material or workmanship or both. - Page 27 CALIFORNIA, U.S. EPA, AND BRIGGS & STRATTON CORPORATION EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS Effective November 2008 The California Air Resources Board, U.S. EPA, and Briggs & Stratton (B&S) Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities: are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your Model •...
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Page 28: Specifi Cations
Specifi cations ENGINE: Brand Briggs & Stratton Model Series 525 Snow Series Gross Torque* 5.25 TP Type 4-Cycle Displacement 9.02 cu in. Starting System 110V Electric, Recoil Oil Capacity 20 oz (0,59 liters) Engine Oil Synthetic 5W30 Fuel Tank Volume 2 qts (1,90 liters) Spark Plug Gap 0.030 in. - Page 32 Snapper Products 535 Macon St. McDonough, GA 30253 1-800-317-7833 Snapper.com...