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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Two-Stage Snow Thrower – Storm 13045
31AH9Q77766
IMPORTANT
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any uniiproved forest-covered, brush-
covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester
for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
PRINTED IN U.S.A
FORM NO. 769-00381C
6/28/06
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- Page 1 Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL Two-Stage Snow Thrower – Storm 13045 31AH9Q77766 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any uniiproved forest-covered, brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below: • Visit www.troybilt.com for many useful suggestions. Click the Tool Bench tab to access the Troy-Bilt Solution Center. • Call a Customer Support Representative at 1-866-840-6483. -
Page 3: Safety Labels
A chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing with a mounting clip. The tool is designed to clear a chute assembly of ice and snow. This item is fastened with a cable tie at the factory. Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. -
Page 4: Safe Operation Practices
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can Safe result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. - Page 5 Operation 1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/impeller housing or chute assembly. Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and feet. 2. The auger/impeller control lever is a safety device. Never bypass its operation. Doing so makes the machine unsafe and may cause personal injury.
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Page 6: Setting Up Your Snow Thrower
Setting Up Your Snow Thrower NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side of the snow thrower is from the operating position only. Exceptions, if any, will be specified. IMPORTANT This unit is shipped with the engine full of oil. - Page 7 NOTE: If the full range of speeds (forward and reverse) can not be achieved, refer to the “Making Adjustments” section. 4. a. Remove the internal cotter pin from the upper chute crank. Slide the upper chute crank into the sleeve on the lower chute crank.
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Page 8: Final Adjustments
Setting Up Your Snow Thrower Specifications are subject to change without notification or obligation. Images may not reflect your exact model and are for reference purposes only. Make these final assembly adjustments before operating your snow thrower for the first time. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to the snow thrower. - Page 9 Adjusting Drive and Auger Controls 1. From beneath the handle, pull downward on the appropriate cable and unhook the spring found on the end of the cable from its respective actuator bracket. Refer to Figures 3-9 and 3-10. 2. Slide the spring up the cable to expose the cable coupler threads and lock nut.
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Page 10: Operating Your Snow Thrower
Operating Your Snow Thrower WARNING Read, understand, and follow all instruc- tions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. Now that you have setup your snow thrower, it’s important to become acquainted with its controls and features. NOTE: For detailed starting instructions and more information on all engine controls, refer to the Tecumseh Engines manual packed separately and... -
Page 11: Auger Control
Auger Control The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the augers and start snow throwing action. Release to stop. Drive Control / Auger Lock The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the wheel drive. -
Page 12: Starting The Engine
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Tecumseh Engines manual packed separately with your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully. Operating Your Snow are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, Thrower cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. -
Page 13: Operating Tips
5. As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to the OFF position. If the engine falters, quickly rotate the choke control back to the FULL position and then slowly into the OFF position again. NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after starting. -
Page 14: Making Adjustments
Making Adjustments WARNING If the full range of speeds (forward and reverse) cannot be achieved, refer to the figure above and adjust the shift rod as follows: Read, understand, and 1. Looking underneath the handle panel, note which follow all instructions of the three holes in the shift lever the ferrule is and warnings on the inserted into. - Page 15 NOTE: If you placed plastic film under the gas cap earlier, remove it now. Skid Shoes The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. For close snow removal, place skid shoes in the low position. Use a middle or high position when area to be cleared is uneven.
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Page 16: Maintaining Your Snow Thrower
Maintaining Your Snow Thrower WARNING Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground Refer to the separate Tecumseh Engines manual against engine before packed with your unit for all engine maintenance performing any type instructions. of maintenance on your machine. Engine Refer to the separate Tecumseh Engines manual packed with your unit for all engine lubrication... -
Page 17: Shave Plate
Shave Plate and Skid Shoes The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear. Check these periodi- cally and replace as necessary. Skid Shoes NOTE: The skid shoes on this machine have two wear edges. - Page 18 Maintaining Your Snow Loosen Thrower WARNING Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine. 6. Slip the auger control belt (the front belt) off the engine pulley. Remove 7. Pull the brake bracket assembly towards the cable guide roller and unhook the auger cable “Z”...
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Page 19: Drive Belt
If also replacing the drive belt, proceed to the “Drive Belt” instruction. If not, reassemble by performing the previous steps in the opposite order and manner of removal. Proper Adjustment: With the auger clutch lever in the disengaged position, the top surface of the new belt should be even with the outside diameter of the pulley. -
Page 20: Changing Friction Wheel
Maintaining Your Snow Thrower WARNING Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine. Specifications are subject to change without notification or obligation. Images may not reflect your exact model and are for reference purposes only. - Page 21 • Reassemble the new friction wheel to the hub assembly, tightening the four screws in rotation and with equal force. It is important to assemble the friction wheel symmetrically for proper functioning. • Insert the pin from the shift arm assembly into the friction wheel assembly and hold assembly in position.
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Page 22: Off-Season Storage
If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer, or if it is the end of the snow season when the last pos- sibility of snow is gone, the equipment needs to be stored properly. Follow storage instructions below to ensure top performance from the snow thrower for many more years. - Page 23 Problem Engine fails to start 1. Choke not in ON position. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 4. Engine not primed. 5. Faulty spark plug. 6. Blocked fuel line. 7. Safety key not in ignition on engine. Engine runs erratic 1.
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Page 25: Parts List
Ref. No. Part No. Description 05244B Housing, Bearing 05845C Housing, Double D Bearing 618-0257 Gear Box Assembly, Auger 618-0281A Bracket Assy, Auger Brake 684-0090B Impeller, 16” 684-04223 Housing, Auger - 45” 684-04151 Spiral Assy, LH 684-04152 Spiral Assy, RH 710-0371 Screw, Hex Cap Lock 710-0451 Screw, Carriage, 5/16-18 x .75... - Page 26 Storm 13045...
- Page 27 Ref. No. Part No. Description 725-1672 Light Housing 646-0012 Cable Assembly, Auger/Drive 684-0053B Crank, Chute, 26.0 705-5218 Handle, Engage, RH 705-5219 Handle, Engage, LH 705-5266 Bracket, Chute Crank 710-0458 Screw, Carr., 5/16-18 x 1.75 710-0572 Screw, Carr., 5/16-18 x 2.5 710-1003 Screw, #10-16 x .625 710-1625...
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- Page 29 Ref. No. Part No. Description 05244B Housing, Bearing 618-0279 Dogg, Steering Drive, LH 618-0280 Dogg, Steering Drive, RH 618-0282E Shaft Assembly, Steering 618-04178 Assembly, Friction Wheel 718-04034 Wheel, Friction, Bonded 710-0896 Screw, Hex Wash 684-0118A Bracket, Auger Actuator 684-0119A Bracket, Drive Actuator 684-04235 Sprocket, 32T 684-0161...
- Page 30 Parts List To order replacement parts, call 1-800-648-6776 or visit www.troybilt.com Continued from previous page Ref. No. Part No. Description 710-0237 Screw, 5/16-24 x .625 710-0607 Screw, Hx Wash Hd Tapp 710-1245B Screw, Hx Cap 5/16-24 710-0654A Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.00 736-0173 Wsh, Flat, .28 x .74 x .063 714-0118...
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Page 31: Warranty
NOTES... - Page 32 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “Troy-Bilt”).