STEELE PRODUCTS SP-SB055E Owner's Manual

Congratulations on your purchase. This Snowthrower has been designed, engineered and manufactured to
give you the best possible dependability and performance. However, like all mechanical products, your
machine will occasionally require adjustment and maintenance. This handbook should be read before
operating or performing and adjustments on your machine.
The instructions in this Owner's Manual are written for a person with some mechanical ability. Like most
service books, not all the steps are described. Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone
can follow with some mechanical ability. Read and follow these instructions before you use the unit.
Know your product: If you understand the unit and how the unit operates, you will get the best performance.
As you read this manual, compare the illustrations to the unit. Learn the location and the function of the controls.
To help prevent an accident, follow the operating instructions and the safety rules. Keep this manual for future
reference.
IMPORTANT: Many units are not assembled and are sold in cartons. It is the responsibility of the owner to
make sure the assembly instructions in this manual are exactly followed. Other units are purchased in an
assembled condition. On assembled units, it is the responsibility of the owner to make sure the unit is correctly
assembled. The owner must carefully check the unit according to the instructions in this manual before it is first
used.
The warranty, found in this manual, details the coverage and limitations of this product.
It is the responsibility of the owner to follow the instructions below.
1. Carefully read and follow the rules for safe operation.
2. Follow all the assembly instructions.
3. Inspect the unit.
4. Make sure that the operator of the unit knows how to correctly use all standard and accessory equipment.
5. Operate the unit only with guards, shields, and other safety items in place and working correctly.
6. Correctly adjust the unit.
7. Service the unit only with authorized or approved replacement parts.
8. Complete all maintenance on the unit.
WARNING! To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User
Must Read And Understand Instruction Manual.
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Model: SP-SB055E
120V Electric Start
196cc Displacement
4 Cycle Engine
21 inch Single Stage
Auger Propelled
CAUTION: Before using this product,read
this manual and follow all of its Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions.
INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................2
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER.......................................................................................2
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION...........................................................................................3
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE..........................................................................................5
SYMBOLS..........................................................................................................................6
ASSEMBLY.......................................................................................................................7
OPERATION.....................................................................................................................10
MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................16
STORAGE.............................................................. .........................................................................19
TROUBLESHOOTING.........................................................................................................20
PARTS ............................................................................................................................21
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS-- -- ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain
or emit chemicals known to the State of California
reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California USA to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire and place it where it cannot make contact
with spark plug to prevent accidental starting during: Preparation, Maintenance, or Storage of your
snow thrower.
IMPORTANT : Safety standards require operator presence controls to minimize the risk of injury. Your snow
thrower is equipped with such controls. Do not attempt to defeat the function of the operator presence control
under any circumstances.
WARNING: 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.
TRAINING
1. Read this operating and service instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the snow thrower. Know how to stop the snow thrower and disengage the controls quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate the snow thrower. Never allow adults to operate the snow thrower without
proper instruction.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets.
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating in reverse.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow thrower is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards,
wires, and other foreign objects.
2. Disengage all clutches before starting the engine (motor).
3. Do not operate the snow thrower without wearing adequate winter outer garments. Wear footwear that will
improve footing on slippery surfaces. Avoid loose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts.
4. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a running engine (motor) or hot engine (motor).
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USA to cause cancer and birth defects or other
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