Snapper I7244 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual
Snapper I7244 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Snapper I7244 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Two stage intermediate frame snow thrower series 4
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Safety Instructions
& Operator's Manual for
TWO STAGE
INTERMEDIATE
FRAME
SNOW THROWER
SERIES 4
MODELS
155224
17244
MODEL
NUMBER
EXPLANATION
MODEL DESIGNATION
ENGINE HP
I I Iss122141
I
I
SERIES DESIGNATION
AUGER WIDTH
I - Intermediate Frame Model
55 - 5.5 Engine HP (Engine Horse Power)
7 - 7.0 Engine HP (Engine Horse Power)
22 - 22" Auger Width
24 - 24" Auger Width
4 - Series Designation
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your Snow Thrower, read this manual carefully and pay
particular attention to the "IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"
on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all power
equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance
with the operating instructions and common sense.
COPYRIGHT
© 2003
SNAPPER
PRODUCTS
NC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
8NAPPER.coooouo_,
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30253
U.S.A.
INSTRUCTION
No. 7-5234 (I.R. 3/3/03)

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  • Page 1 7 - 7.0 Engine HP (Engine Horse Power) 24 - 24" Auger Width 4 - Series Designation Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your Snow Thrower, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    If you have any questions pertaining to your snow thrower which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfaction, call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER, McDonough, Georgia 30253. Phone: 800/935-2967. PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN...
  • Page 3 Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other any new safety devices. sources of ignition. 10. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to Use only an approved fuel container. assure that original standards are maintained.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Rubber Drive Tire Replacement ................TROUBLESHOOTING ................SERVICE SCHEDULE ................WARRANTY AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION ........ 19-20 IMPORTANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions.
  • Page 5: Operating Instructions

    Contact your When both levers are pressed down to the handle bar at Snapper service dealer for assistance. To reduce the the same time, the operator can release the right hand risk of electric shock, use only with an extension...
  • Page 6: Starting & Stopping Recoil Start Engine

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING, OPERATION & STOPPING 5. Push primer button three times to start a cold (RECOIL START MODELS) engine. NOTE: Do not use primer button to start warm engine. See Figure 2.4. 2.2.1. ENGINE 6. Pull rope start handle to crank engine. 1.
  • Page 7: Starting & Stopping Auger

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.5. DISCHARGE CHUTE and DEFLECTOR ADJUSTMENT Objects can be thrown by the snow thrower while it 1. Release auger control and wheel drive control is in operation. Thrown objects could cause serious levers to allow auger and ground speed to come to a injury to the operator or bystanders.
  • Page 8: Starting & Stopping Electric Start Engine

    Replace damaged cord immediately. Contact your Snapper service dealer for assistance. To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use having a cord type: SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW- PUSH PRIMER A, SJTW-A or SJTOW-A.
  • Page 9: Discharge Chute & Deflector Adjustment (Electric Start)

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Objects can be thrown by the snow thrower while it is in operation. Thrown objects could cause serious injury to the operator or bystanders. Always wear safety goggles or other suitable eye protection. Keep people and pets away from area.
  • Page 10: Maintenance Instructions

    INTRODUCTION shots of grease (Snapper suggests using Benalene To retain the quality of the snow thrower, use only 900) from a grease gun into gear case. The grease genuine SNAPPER replacement parts. Contact a...
  • Page 11: Annually - End Of Each Season

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON) Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance schedule. 3.4.1. Engine Refer engine owner's manual service instructions. 3.4.2. Spark Plug Refer engine owner's manual service instructions. STORAGE PROCEDURE Refer to the Engine Owner's Manual...
  • Page 12: Auger & Wheel Drive Belt Adjustment

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1.2. AUGER BELT IDLER PULLEY ADJUSTMENT DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, NOTE: To adjust the idler pulley and properly tension the auger belt, the auger control cable adjustment service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger. must first be loosened as described in the following Stop engine.
  • Page 13: Auger & Wheel Drive Belt Replacement

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 5. Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive WARNING system area. Secure machine in the tilted position DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, to prevent tipping over. Remove drive system cover service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger. plate.
  • Page 14 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 5. Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive WARNING system area. Secure machine in the tilted position DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, to prevent tipping over. Remove drive system cover service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger. plate.
  • Page 15: Ground Speed Adjustment

    DO NOT reuse bolt or nut FIGURE 4.8 under any circumstances. Always replace existing hardware with genuine Snapper new replacement shear bolts and nuts. DO NOT substitute these 4. Check drive system to insure the rubber drive shear bolts and nuts with hardware other than what tire has full contact with drive disc.
  • Page 16: Single Handle Control Adjustment (7 Hp Models Only)

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1.8. SINGLE HANDLE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT 2. Check position of the cam lock. It must align with (7 HP Models Only) the adjusting line located on the cam lock bracket. IMPORTANT: Standing in the operator's position, the 3.
  • Page 17: Chute Crank Adjustment

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1.10. RUBBER DRIVE TIRE REPLACEMENT WARNING DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, 1. Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger. system area. Secure machine in the tilted position to prevent tipping over.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel/oil mix. Engine Will Not Start Fuel tank empty• Using Recoil Starter Engine needs choking and priming• Move choke control to "CHOKE" position, Push primer bulb three times, Spark plug wire disconnected• Place spark plug wire onto spark plug, Fuel shut off valve closed•...
  • Page 19: Warranty And Product Registration

    For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.
  • Page 20 Call us at the Snapper Customer Relations Center. faster service please have your Serial Number and Model Number available. Call the Snapper Customer Relations Center at 1-800-935-2967. Eastern Standard Time Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm. Saturday from 9am to lpm.
  • Page 21 If you have any questions about your Snapper product, contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper, McDonough, GA. 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967). _WARNING BATTERY POSTS, TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES...

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