Safety Rules & Information 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. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the operating activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.
Safety Rules ANSI B71.3-1995 WARNINGS Training 1. Read the operating and service instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. 2. Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.
Identification Numbers Mfg. No.: 169XXXX Serial No.: XXXXX 2002 dB(A) Engine RPM XXXX LpA: XXX dB(A) Vibration @ Wheel: XXX m/s² Simplicity Mfg. Inc. Port Washington, WI USA 53074-0997 When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- ment parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers.
Safety Rules & Information SAFETY DECALS Safety warning decals are placed at strategic locations on the snowthrower as a constant reminder to the opera- tor of the most important safety precautions. All warning, caution and instructional messages on your snowthrow- er should be carefully read and obeyed.
Figure 1. Assembly of Discharge Chute A. Discharge Chute D. Nuts B. Carriage Bolts E. Rotating Ring C. Washers Figure 2. Handles A. Handle B. Wing Knobs TOOLS REQUIRED • Socket or Wrench Set • Pair of Pliers ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE If your unit was not previously assembled, see Figures 1 and 2, and follow the steps below to assemble the unit: 1.
Controls & Operation SNOWTHROWER CONTROLS Auger Control A. Auger Control - This control engages and disen- gages the auger. Pull the control back against handle to engage the auger, (this will pull snowthrower for- ward if auger is in contact with the ground). Release the Auger Control to stop rotation of auger.
ENGINE & STARTING CONTROLS NOTE: Throttle - This snow thrower does NOT have a throttle for controlling operating speed of engine. The engine governor maintains operating speed for vary- ing snow removal conditions. Electric Start Units Only A. Electric Start Button - The Electric Start Button (A, Figure 6) activates an electric starter mounted to the engine, eliminating the need to pull the starter han- dle.
Controls & Operation GENERAL OPERATION CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, bolts and clips are secure. 2. Check the fuel supply. Fill the tank no closer than 1/4 to 1/2 inch of top of tank to provide space for expan- sion.
FUEL AND OIL MIXTURE The snowthrower uses a two cycle engine that requires a mixture of fuel (gasoline) and oil for lubrication of engine bearings and other moving parts. The correct fuel/oil mixture ratio for the five horsepower engine is 50 to 1. Use fuel/oil mixture chart shown. NOTE: To prevent damage to engine, carefully observe recommended fuel to oil mixing ratio and procedures.
Controls & Operation STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: The snow thrower engine is designed to operate at cold temperatures. Avoid operating the snow thrower if air temperature is 40° C or warmer since engine may vapor lock and stop running after a short time. Engine will be difficult to start in warm weather.
OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER Before operating snowthrower, review the Checks Before Each Use under General Operation on page 8 of this manual. 1. Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction. 2. Pull the Auger Control back against the handle to engage the auger.
Regular Maintenance Removing Belt Cover In order to perform proper lubrication, it is necessary to remove the Belt cover from the lower left of the snowthrower. 1. Remove the Engine Key from the switch. 2. Remove the fours screws securing the belt cover (see Figure 8).
Problem Engine fails to start Engine starts hard or runs poorly Unit does not throw snow Auger does not stop turning when control is released Excessive vibration Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your local Simplicity dealer. REMOVING ENGINE COVER Note: In many of the following adjustment and service tasks, it will be necessary to remove and reinstall the...
Troubleshooting & Service Lift Cover from Rear of unit Align rear tabs & side of cover when reinstalling. Figure 13. Cover Removal & Installation AUGER CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENT The length of the auger control cable is adjustable. However, it will seldom be necessary to change the cable length since the operating tension on the drive belt is maintained by the spring on the end of the cable.
REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT 1. Remove Engine Key from switch. 2. Remove belt and engine covers. 3. Move the Auger Control on the handle and slip the belt out from between the brake lever and roller and away from the idler pulley. 4.
Oil Mixture 50:1 Parts & Accessories REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity/Snapper Service Parts. MAINTENANCE ITEMS Many convenient and helpful service and maintenance items are available from you authorized dealer. Some of...