General Information Thank you for purchasing this quality-built SIMPLICITY snowthrower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in our brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your SIMPLICITY product will provide many years of dependable service.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Operator Safety ................Hazard Symbols and Meanings ..........Control Symbols on Equipment ..........Safety Alert Symbols and Signal Words ........Safety Decals ................Features and Controls ..............Snowthrower Controls and Operation Decals ......Engine Controls ................. Operation ..................
Operator Safety Hazard Symbols and Meanings Control Symbols on Equipment Read the Operator’s Manual for operating and safety instructions. Ä »Ï Ϳʹ¾ ¾ËÊÅ »Ä½¿Ä» ·Äº È»ÃÅÌ» Á»Ï before performing maintenance and repair work. Turn Choke Closed to Start. Thrown Objects Hazard. Fire Hazard.
Operator Safety Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words WARNING The safety alert symbol and signal word (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, or NOTICE) is used to indicate the Read, understand, and follow all the likelihood and potential severity of personal injury and/or damage instructions on the snowthrower and in the to the product.
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Operator Safety DANGER WARNING »»Æ ¾·ÄºÉ ¼»»Ê ·Äº ¹ÂÅʾ¿Ä½ ·Í·Ï ¼ÈÅà Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is rotating parts. Rotating parts can contact not alert to the presence of children. Children or entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing, or are often attracted to the unit and the operating accessories.
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Operator Safety WARNING WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable Safe operation of the snowthrower requires the and explosive. Always handle fuel with proper care and maintenance of the engine. extreme care. Failure to observe these safety instructions can cause a fire or explosion which will result in severe burns or death.
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Operator Safety WARNING WARNING This snowthrower must be properly maintained This snowthrower is only as safe as the to ensure safe operation and performance. operator. If it is misused, or not properly Failure to observe the safety instructions in this maintained, it can be dangerous.
Operator Safety Figure 1 Snow engine (8,0 TP, 205 cc) is shown. Safety Decals Before operating your snowthrower, read the safety decals installed on your snowthrower. The cautions and warnings are for your safety. To avoid a personal injury or damage to your snowthrower, understand and follow all the safety decals.
Features and Controls Figure 2 Snowthrower Controls and Operation Decals (Figure 2) 1739977 A — Auger Control B — Deflector Control Lever C — Electric Start Button D — Power Cord Receptacle E — Starting Instructions / Steps 1-3 (if equipped) F —...
Operation WARNING The operation of any snowthrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before beginning snowthrower operation. Check and Add Oil NOTICE: The engine was shipped from the factory without oil.
Operation Fuel Recommendations Add Fuel Fuel must meet these requirements: WARNING »·Ä ¼È»É¾ ËÄ»·º»º ½·ÉÅ¿Ļ Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable ÿĿÃËà ż ŹʷĻ and explosive. High altitude use, see below. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or ·ÉÅ¿Ļ...
Operation Start the Engine WARNING The electric starter is equipped with a three- wire power cord and plug designed to operate on AC household current. The power cord must be properly grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock. If your house does not have a three-wire grounded system, do not use this electric starter.
Operation Stop the Engine WARNING If the extension cord is damaged, it must be WARNING replaced by the manufacturer (or its service agent) or a similarly qualified person to avoid a Gasoline and vapors are extremely flammable hazard. and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
Operation Operate the Snowthrower WARNING Before operating, make sure the area in front of the snowthrower is clear of bystanders or obstacles. DO NOT discharge snow toward a building as hidden objects could be thrown with sufficient force to cause damage.
Operation Stop the Snowthrower WARNING Read Operator’s Manual before operating machine. This machine can be dangerous if used carelessly. »Ì»È Åƻȷʻ ʾ» ÉÄÅÍʾÈÅÍ»È Í¿Ê¾ÅËÊ ·Â ½Ë·ÈºÉ ¹ÅÌ»ÈÉ and shields in place. »Ì»È º¿È»¹Ê º¿É¹¾·È½» ÊÅÍ·ÈºÉ Í¿ÄºÅÍÉ ÅÈ ·ÂÂÅÍ ¸ÏÉʷĺ»ÈÉ near machine while engine is running. ÊÅÆ...
Operation ¿É¹¾·È½» ¾ËÊ» ·Äº » »¹ÊÅÈ Discharge Chute Manual Chute Rotation DANGER Grasp the chute handle (A, Figure 10) on the deflector and rotate the discharge chute to the left, right or forward Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside positiin.
Maintenance Change the Oil Snowthrower Remove Oil After Each Use Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be Remove accumulated snow and slush from the unit to prevent disposed of properly. Do not discard with household waste. freezing of controls Check with your local authorities, service center, or dealer for safe disposal / recycling facilities.
Maintenance Add Oil Access the Spark Plug 1. Place engine level. To access the spark plug, the snow hood must be removed as follows: 2. Clean the oil fill area of any debris. 1. Remove the ON/OFF key (A, Figure 14) or pull out the 3.
Maintenance Auger Cable Adjustment WARNING Do not over-tighten, as this may lift the lever and cause the auger drive to be engaged without depressing the auger drive control. WARNING The auger must stop within 5 seconds after releasing the control. If it does not, see an authorized dealer. If the auger no longer turns when the control is engaged, or if the belt slips under load, the auger cable or belt may have stretched.
Storage Storage Snowthrower 1. Thoroughly clean the snowthrower. 2. Lubricate all lubrication points (see authorized dealer). WARNING 3. Make sure all nuts, bolts, and screws are securely Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable fastened. Inspect all visible moving parts for damage, and explosive.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY Auger does not stop Auger control cable out of Adjust auger control cable. Refer to “Cable Adjustment” in the within 5 seconds adjustment. Maintenance section of this manual. If the auger does not stop after control lever is within 5 seconds, see authorized dealer for repair.
ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY We welcome warranty repair and apologize to you for being inconvenienced. Warranty service is available only through Simplicity Authorized Service Dealers. Most warranty repairs are handled routinely, but sometimes requests for warranty service may not be appropriate. This warranty only covers defects in materials or workmanship.
Specifications ENGINE: Brand Briggs & Stratton Model Series Snow Series ™ Gross Torque 8.0 T.P. @ 3060 rpm, OR 7.5 T.P. @ 3060 rpm Type 4-Cycle - OHV Displacement 12.5 cu in. (205 cc), OR 9.9 cu in. (163 cc) Starting System Recoil Start and Remote 110 V Electric Start w/Cord Alternator...
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