Products Covered by This Manual Hazard Symbol Chart Snowthrower Hazard Symbols The following products are covered by this manual: 1696614- 00, 1696616-00, 1696619-00, 1696620-00. Symbol Meaning Symbol Meaning Safety informa- Read and under- Manual Contents tion about haz- stand the opera- ards that can tor’s manual Operator Safety ..............2...
Safety Messages DANGER WARNING The discharge chute contains a rotating impeller to throw snow. Never clear or unclog the discharge chute with your U.S.A. Models: Certain components in this prod- hands. Fingers can quickly become caught in the impeller. uct and its related accessories contain chemicals Always use a clean-out tool.
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WARNING WARNING Objects can be picked up by the auger and thrown from ˻ ·Äº ¿ÊÉ Ì·ÆÅÈÉ ·È» »ÎÊȻûÂÏ ¼Â·Ã÷¸Â» ·Äº »ÎÆÂÅ- the chute. Never discharge snow toward bystanders ɿ̻ ÂÍ·ÏÉ ¾·ÄºÂ» ¼Ë»Â Ϳʾ »ÎÊȻû ¹·È» or allow anyone in front of the snowthrower. Failure to Failure to observe these safety instructions can cause a observe these safety instructions will result in death or ¼¿È»...
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WARNING WARNING Safe operation of the snowthrower requires the proper care This snowthrower must be properly maintained to ensure and maintenance of the engine. safe operation and performance. Failure to observe the safety instructions in this manual could result in death or •...
WARNING WARNING This snowthrower is only as safe as the operator. If it is Damaged or ungrounded power cords could cause electric misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous. shock. Remember you are responsible for your safety and those Electric shock could cause severe burns or death.
Safety System Tests DANGER Amputation hazard This snowthrower is equipped with several mechanical safety systems designed to keep the operator safe while using the unit. Check the operation of these systems regu- larly using the safety system tests listed. If the unit fails to operate as described, DO NOT operate it.
Features and Controls Auger Control Lever - Used to engage and disengage the Engine Features and Controls auger and impeller. Please refer to the engine operator’s manual for engine fea- Speed Select Lever - Allows tures and controls the operator to select forward and reverse speeds.
Operating the Snowthrower Clean-Out Tool - Used to remove snow and debris from the discharge chute and the auger housing. DANGER Amputation hazard Skid Shoes - Used to adjust the ground clearance of the The discharge chute contains a rotating impeller to auger housing.
Wheel Release - Lock Pins 1. Start the engine. Please refer to the engine operator’s manual for engine instructions. Wheels equipped with a traction lock pin (A, Figure 3) can be completely released by removing the pin and installing it in NOTE: Always set engine speed to FAST (full throttle).
To safely clear a clogged discharge chute, follow these instructions: WARNING 1. Shut OFF the engine. Thrown objects hazard 2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have Objects such as gravel, rocks, or other debris, if struck stopped rotating.
Maintenance Lubricate Discharge Chute, Deflector, and Wheel Axle Maintenance Schedule ˸ȿ¹·Ê» ʾ» º¿É¹¾·È½» ¹¾ËÊ» º»¼Â»¹ÊÅÈ ·Äº ;»»Â ·Î» ·Ê Before Each Use the locations shown in Figure 7. • Check engine oil level • Perform Safety System Tests Every 8 Hours or Daily •...
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Hex Shaft and Gear Lubrication NOTICE: Do not allow grease or oil to contact the rubber friction wheel or the disc drive plate. If grease or oil comes into contact with the friction wheel, replace it. Do not attempt to clean it. If grease or oil comes into contact with disc drive plate, clean it thoroughly with an alcohol based solvent.
Auger and Traction Cable Adjustment Speed Control Rod Adjustment If the speed control rod requires adjustment, see an autho- rized dealer. WARNING Amputation hazard Checking Tire Pressure Over-tightening the auger cable may cause the auger drive to engage without depressing the auger drive control. Follow the adjustment procedure to ensure the cable is not WARNING over-tightened.
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1. Turn the engine OFF, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the engine key. »ÃÅÌ» ʾ» »Î¿ÉʿĽ ɾ»·È ¸ÅÂÊ ¿½ËÈ» ·Äº ÂŹÁ- nut (C) from impeller shaft (B). 3. Align the bolt holes. Install the replacement shear bolt through the impeller shaft.
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Storage Fuel System Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or WARNING on essential carburetor parts. To keep fuel fresh, use Briggs & Stratton® Advanced Formula Fuel Treatment & Stabi- Fire and explosion hazard lizer, available wherever Briggs &...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Snowthrower Problem Look for Remedy Auger does not stop within 5 sec- Auger control cable out of adjustment. Adjust auger control cable. Refer to onds after auger control lever is Maintenance section. released. Discharge chute or deflector does Discharge chute or deflector out of Adjust and/or lubricate control linkage.
Problem Look for Remedy Unit does not discharge snow (con- Discharge chute clogged. Stop engine immediately. Always use tinued). the clean-out tool to clear a clogged discharge chute, not your hands. Refer to Discharge Chute Warning in the Operator Safety section. Foreign object lodged in auger.
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