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Operator's Manual
ST 227 P
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
Please read the owner's manual carefully and make sure you
115 73 41-27 Rev. 7
English
understand the instructions before using the machine.

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual ST 227 P Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. Please read the owner's manual carefully and make sure you 115 73 41-27 Rev.

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    IMPORTANT Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. WARNING: Snow throwers have ex- Look for this symbol to point out im- posed rotating parts, which can cause por tant safety precautions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    6. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the snow 16. Never touch a hot engine or muffler. thrower, stop the engine and make certain the collector/ impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the chute is the most common cause of injury associated with...
  • Page 4 PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON (3) KNOB (6) LOCKNUTS (6) SHEAR BOLTS 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 1/4-20 (1) MULTI- WRENCH SAFTEY IGNITION KEY (S) (2) CARRIAGE BOLTS 5/16-18 x 2 1/4” (1) SPRING (1) LOCKNUT (1) CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16-18 5/16-18 x 5/8 (1) LOCKNUT (1) NYLON (1) SHOULDER...

  • Page 5: Assembly / Pre-Operation

    ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new snow thrower. Reading the entire manual will familiarize you with the unit, which will assist you in assembly, operation and maintenance of the product.
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATOR INSTALL CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL HEAD (See Fig. 4 and 5) (See Figs. 6 and 7) 1. Install remote cable bracket to discharge chute with NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may 5/16-18 carriage bolt and 5/16-18 locknut as shown.

  • Page 7: Operation

    OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your snow thrower or in literature supplied with the product.
  • Page 8 OPERATION DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER AUGER CHOKE MUF FLER POWER CORD CONTROL CON TROL DRIVE SPEED PLUG GAS O LINE LEVER CON TROL LEVER FILLER CAP THROTTLE / ENGINE ELECTRIC CONTROL DEFLECTOR START REMOTE BUTTON ON / OFF CONTROL SWITCH LEVER LIGHT TRACTION...
  • Page 9 OPERATION The operation of any snow thrower can result TO USE CHOKE CON TROL (See Fig. 11) in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which The choke con trol is located on the en gine. Use the choke can result in severe eye damage. Always wear control when ev er you are starting a cold en gine.
  • Page 10 OPERATION TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 13) TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 15) The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever SELF-PROPELLING, forward and reverse movement of located on the right side handle. the snow thrower, is controlled by the traction drive control lever located on the left side handle.
  • Page 11 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 18) The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped from the factory already filled with oil. 1. Check engine oil with snow thrower on level ground. 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level.
  • Page 12 OPERATION TO START ENGINE NOTE: Over priming may cause flooding, preventing the engine from starting. If you do flood the engine, wait a few • Ensure fuel shut-off valve is in the “OPEN” position. minutes be fore at tempt ing to start and DO NOT push the Your snow thrower engine is equipped with both a 120 Volt primer.

  • Page 13: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION CHART GENERAL REC OM MEN DA TIONS ➀ The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items SAE 5W30 Motor Oil that have been sub ject ed to operator abuse or negligence. ➁ See “Engine” in Maintenance section To receive full value from the warranty, operator must ➂...
  • Page 14 MAINTENANCE SNOW THROWER Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighten oil Always observe the safety rules when performing any fill cap / dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. main te nance.

  • Page 15: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS To replace the shear bolts: WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before 1. Disengage all controls and move throttle control to performing any service or ad just ments: STOP position. Wait for all moving parts to stop. 1. Be sure the on/off switch is in the 2.
  • Page 16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS AUGER BELT REPLACEMENT (See Fig. 22) TO REMOVE AUGER BELT The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If the belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should 1. Remove upper 5/16” bolts and lower 1/4” bolts from be replaced.
  • Page 17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS AFTER REPLACING BELT(S) DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (See Fig. 23) 1. INSTALL BELT COVER and two (2) screws. Tighten TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT securely. 1. Remove auger belt. See “TO REMOVE AUGER BELT” 2. INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE – See “INSTALL in this section.
  • Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS AUGER PERFORMANCE AND CABLE ADJUSTMENT TO ADJUST CHUTE ROTATOR CABLE TENSION (See Fig. 25) (See Fig. 25) 1. Adjust cable tension by loosening the jam nuts next to NOTE: If you do not feel comfortable making this adjustment the turn buckle.

  • Page 19: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your snow thrower for storage at • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and car bu re tor are empty. the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a service center/department. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Fuel shut-off valve (if so equipped) 1. Turn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position. in OFF position. 2. Safety ignition key is not inserted. 2.
  • Page 21 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • Page 24 1-800-487-5951 (U.S.) 1-800-805-5523 (Canada) 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST 12.18.17 CL/SR Printed in U.S.A.

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