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- Page 1 SNOWTHROWER Model 5210R ..Safety • Assembly • Controls • Operation • Maintenance...
- Page 2 FEATURES AND CONTROLS ENGINE IGNITION KEYSWITCH \ \ \ - - - - - WHEEL DRIVE AUGER DRIVE --"'"\ CONTROL LEVER CONTROL LEVER ~~--------- DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL CRANK i l - - - - - - ---~-~ SHIFT HANDLE DEFLECTOR CHUTE , - - - - - - DEFLECTOR CHUTE CHUTE GUARD t::.-...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page SECTION 4: Operation SECTION 1: Safety Training Pre-Start Checklist Starting Preparation Stopping Operation Moving the Snowthrower in Reverse . . 16 Maintenance and Storage Decals Changing Speeds Snowthrowing Tips SECTION 2: Easy Assembly SECTION 5: Engine and Snowthrower Maintenance SECTION 3: Snowthrower and... - Page 4 If you should ever need replacement parts for your snowthrower, you can either stop by your local dealer or order the part directly from us. Please remember, we are here to help you. TROY-SILT Manufacturing Company This TROY-BILT Snowthrower™ has passed the safety standards of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute and an individual testing laboratory.
- Page 5 Our factory ADDRESS HOURS TELEPHONE NUMBERS In the U.S.A. M-F 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Toll-free) 1-800-833-6990 TROY-BILT MFG. CO. Sat. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 102nd St. & 9th Ave. Troy, NY 12180 In Canada M-F 8 a.m.
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Page 6: Section 1: Safety
SECTION 1: SAFETY IMPORTANT Safe Practices for Walk-Behind Snowthrowers. This is a safety alert symbol. It is symbol, read and obey the safety used in this Manual and on snow- message that follows it. Failure to obey thrower decals to alert you to poten- the safety message could result in tial hazards. -
Page 7: Operation
16. Use only attachments and accessories that are 2. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating recommended by Troy-Bilt Manufacturing parts. Keep clear of the intake and discharge Company. openings at all times. -
Page 8: Maintenance And Storage
29. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, 8. Use only genuine Troy-Bilt replacement parts. especially when operating in (R) Reverse. Replacement parts manufactured by others could present safety hazards even though they may fit on this snowthrower. -
Page 9: Section 2: Easy Assembly
SECTION 2: EASY ASSEMBLY Before you begin assembly, read this Section all the way through to familiarize yourself with the assembly steps. Then gather the tools you'll need. To assemble your snowthrower, you'll need: Compare the parts you received in the shipping carton with the list below to make sure you received 1. - Page 10 EASY ASSEMBLY Figure 2-1 Step 1: Attach the Handlebars. Step 2: Connect the Ignition Ground Wires 1. Remove the four loosely installed 5/16-18 x 7/8 flange screws from holes A. 1. Run the black ignition ground wire down the left- hand handlebar tube as shown in Figure 2-1 and 2.
- Page 11 EASY ASSEMBLY Step 3: Attach the Deflector Chute Assembly. 1. Use a 3/8-inch 4. Attach the cable brackets to the lower inner side wrench and a of the handlebar tubes as follows: A. Remove a 114-20 x screw from the inside 5/16-inch wrench to 3/ 4 remove two of the...
- Page 12 EASY ASSEMBLY Step 7: Check the 'n'ansmission Gear Step 5: Check the Tires' Air Pressure. Oil Level. 1. Use an automotive-type tire pressure gauge to check the air pressure in the tires. Although we filled your snowthrower's transmission with the correct SAE 90 weight gear oil at the factory, 2.
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Page 13: Section 3: Snowthrower And Engine Controls
SECTION 3: SNOW THROWER AND ENGINE CONTROLS This Section describes the location and function of trol crank to move the discharge chute from full left to the various controls you will need to use when oper- full right. ating the snowthrower. For complete step-by-step When throwing snow, turn the discharge chute so operating instructions, please refer to "Section 4: that it throws the snow downwind (as long as down-... -
Page 14: Skid Shoes
SNOW THROWER AND ENGINE CONTROLS snowthrower when the shift handle is in any of the To adjust the skid shoes: forward or reverse gears. It will take increased effort 1. Move the snowthrower to a level area. because you are also turning the wheel drive system 2. -
Page 15: Engine Control Lever
SNOW THROWER AND ENGINE CONTROLS Engine Recoil Starter (Figure 3-5, Item I) The recoil starter is located on the rear of the engine. It is used to "pull-start" the engine. To use the recoil starter, slowly pull the recoil starter's black plastic handle until you feel some resistance from engine compression. -
Page 16: Section 4: Operation
SECTION 4: OPERATION Pre-start Checklist: (Snowthrower viewed upside down) 1. Review" Section 1: Safety" and" Section 3: Controls' ' . 2. Check the snowthrower for any loose or missing hardware. 3. Check the engine oil level. 4. Check the level of the gas in the gas tank. 5. - Page 17 OPERATION D. Gradually move the choke knob to its NO A. Unscrew the gas tank cap from the engine's gas tank. CHOKE position and allow the engine to warm up. B. Insert a clean funnel into the gas tank (or 9.
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Page 18: Stopping
OPERATION A. Move the shift handle to its LOW position. B. While engine is running, push the starter button and spin the engine's starter for several B. Quickly squeeze and release the Wheel seconds - the unusual sound made by the Drive Lever. -
Page 19: Changing Speeds
OPERATION Changing Speeds You can engage the Wheel Drive Lever when the Before moving the shift handle to another speed, shift handle is in any of the speeds - (R) Reverse, release the handlebar levers and let the forward (or (1) First, (2) Second, or (3) Third. - Page 20 OPERATION Run the engine at full throttle when throwing snow. Always slightly overlap each pass to make sure Use a lower wheel speed in heavy wet snow. that all snow is removed. Spray the auger, inside of auger housing, inside of If possible, always try to throw snow downwind.
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Page 21: Section 5: Engine And Snowthrower Maintenance
SECTION 5: ENGINE AND SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE Checking Engine Oil Level and Adding Oil to Engine Changing the Engine Oil Before each use, check the engine oil level. Also, After the very first two hours that you operate your while using the snowthrower, stop the engine and snowthrower, change the engine oil. -
Page 22: Engine Ignition System
ENGINE AND SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE 7. Slowly unscrew the drain plug. Allow the oil to run friction points during the off-season. It will also down the cardboard and into the container. ensure that the snowthrower will be ready to use when the first snow falls. 8. -
Page 23: Wheel Drive Cable Adjustment
ENGINE AND SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE 1. Remove the two screws that secure the sides of the hole. Allow any excess to drain out of the gear the belt cover (Figure 5-4, Item F) to the snow- box. Wipe any excess gear oil off the gear box. thrower. -
Page 24: Auger Drive Cable Adjustment
ENGINE AND SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE 3. Remove the two (each side) flange screws (Figure tighten the bolt that holds the belt guide in place. 5-8, Item 0) from the snowthrower. Repeat this step for the remaining belt guide. 4. Retighten bolt that attaches belt guide (Figure 5-8, Item S) to engine. -
Page 25: Auger Drive Belt Removal And Installation
ENGINE AND SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE 1. Remove the two screws that secure the sides of To install the auger drive belt: the belt cover (Figure 5-4, Item F) to the snow- 1. Place the new auger drive belt into the groove in thrower. -
Page 26: Maintenance Schedule
ENGINE AND SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Before After Every 25 Every 50 At the each each hours of hours of end of the SCHEDULE operation operation season Check engine oil level. Check all fasteners for tightness. Check operation of Auger Drive Lever and Wheel Drive Lever. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
ENGINE AND SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Problem Solution Engine won't start. Ignition key in OFF position. Turn key to ON position. Reconnect spark plug wire Spark plug wire disconnected. to spark plug. Gas tank empty. Fill gas tank. Fouled spark plug. Remove, clean, inspect, (or replace), re-gap and reinstall spark plug. - Page 28 ENGINE AND SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Problem Solution Engine overheats. Dirty air screen. Remove all debris from air screen. Low engine oil level. Check engine oil level. Add oil as necessary. Dirty cooling fins. Clean cooling fins. Disconnect spark plug wire. Loose spark plug.
- Page 29 ENGINE AND SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Problem Solution Wheel Drive Lever does Shift Handle is in (N) Neutral. Release Wheel Drive Lever, not make wheels turn. move Shift Handle to desired speed, re-engage Wheel Drive Lever. Not enough tension on wheel Cable should just be taut when drive belt.
- Page 30 ENGINE AND SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Problem Solution Snowthrower doesn't Snow sticks to auger or chute. Spray auger and chute with throw snow well. silicone lubricant. (continued) Incorrect wheel speed setting When throwing snow, generally (on shift handle). use faster speeds. Use slower speeds on heavier snow.
- Page 31 SPECIFICATIONS Snowthrower Engine HEIGHT Single Cylinder Tecumseh 5 horsepower To top of handlebar lever: 421/2 inches Without handlebars: 29% inches Oil recommendations: WIDTH Use a high quality 4-cycle engine oil rated SD, SE, or SF. At tires: 19314 inches At handlebars: 23 inches Viscosities: LENGTH Below 0°...
- Page 32 - - - - - What is Covered: Your TROY-BILT Snowthrower is carefully inspected and tested at the Factory. We, or your Dealer, will repair or replace, at our option and at no cost to you, any part which we find to be defective in materials or workman- ship for a period of 3 years from the date you purchase your Snowthrower.