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How to use this file...(Operators Manuals)
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Instructions for
Print Vendors (Paper Manuals)
Paper Size:
* 11 x 17
* Body—50 lbs brilliant white offset or equivalent.
* Cover—on pre-printed two-tone "Swash" stock.
P r e s s :
* Body—1-color, 2-sided
* Cover imprint —1-color, 1-sided
Bindery:
* Saddle Stitch, Face Trim
* Face Trim
C O V E R S :
* This file may contain several manuals, which differ only in their covers.
* Covers are all present at the beginning of this file.
* Back cover for a particular manual is the page IMMEDIATELY AFTER the front cover.
• Check the front cover for the individual part number (typically a 171xxxx number).
B O D Y :
• The body of the manual is identical, regardless of the cover used.
* REMEMBER: ODD number pages are ALWAYS right hand pages, and EVEN number are ALWAYS
left hand pages.
G e n e r a l :
* This instruction page is NOT part of the manual and must NOT be printed.
• Pages labeled with the text "THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK" are placement pages ONLY,
and should NOT be printed.
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- Page 1 How to use this file...(Operators Manuals) ————————————————————————————————————————————––– Instructions for Print Vendors (Paper Manuals) Paper Size: * 11 x 17 * Body—50 lbs brilliant white offset or equivalent. * Cover—on pre-printed two-tone “Swash” stock. P r e s s : * Body—1-color, 2-sided * Cover imprint —1-color, 1-sided Bindery: * Saddle Stitch, Face Trim...
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- Page 3 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 520 / Snow Tackler Series Mfg. No. Description 1692917 520M, 5HP Snowthrower 1692918 520E, 5HP Snowthrower 1692977 Green Bay Packers Snowthrower 1692978 Minnesota Vikings Snowthrower 1692979 Chicago Bears Snowthrower 1692980 Detroit Lions Snowthrower 1692981 Pittsburgh Steelers Snowthrower 1692984...
- Page 4 M A N U F A C T U R I N G , I N C . 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.simplicitymfg.com © Copyright 2003, Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Safety Rules & Information General ...2 Preparation ...2 Operation ...3 Maintenance & Storage ...3 Safety Decals ...4 International Symbols ...4 Assembling the Snowthrower ...5 Controls & Operation Snowthrower Controls...6 Engine & Starting Controls...7 General Operation ...8 Checks Before Each Start-Up ...8 Mixing Fuel...9 Starting the Engine ...10 Stopping the Engine...10... -
Page 6: Safety Rules & Information
Safety Rules & Information WARNING This unit is a “single-stage” snowthrower. The auger feeds the snow back into the housing and throws the snow out the discharge chute. If bodily contact is made with the auger or impeller when they are rotating, severe personal injury will occur. -
Page 7: Operation
OPERATION • Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Keep clear of discharge opening at all times. • Always clear snow up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Use extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear slopes over 17.7% (10 •... -
Page 8: Safety Decals
Safety Rules & Information SAFETY DECALS Safety warning decals are placed at strategic locations on the snowthrower as a constant reminder to the opera- tor of the most important safety precautions. All warning, caution and instructional messages on your snowthrow- er should be carefully read and obeyed. -
Page 9: Assembling The Snowthrower
Figure 1. Assembly of Discharge Chute A. Discharge Chute D. Nuts B. Carriage Bolts E. Rotating Ring C. Washers Figure 2. Handles A. Handle B. Wing Knobs TOOLS REQUIRED • Socket or Wrench Set • Pair of Pliers ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE If your unit was not previously assembled, see Figures 1 and 2, and follow the steps below to assemble the unit: 1. -
Page 10: Controls & Operation
Controls & Operation SNOWTHROWER CONTROLS Auger Control A. Auger Control - This control engages and disen- gages the auger. Pull the control back against handle to engage the auger, (this will pull snowthrower for- ward if auger is in contact with the ground). Release the Auger Control to stop rotation of auger. -
Page 11: Engine & Starting Controls
ENGINE & STARTING CONTROLS NOTE: Throttle - This snow thrower does NOT have a throttle for controlling operating speed of engine. The engine governor maintains operating speed for vary- ing snow removal conditions. Electric Start Units Only A. Electric Start Button - The Electric Start Button (A, Figure 5) activates an electric starter mounted to the engine, eliminating the need to pull the starter han- dle. -
Page 12: General Operation
Controls & Operation GENERAL OPERATION CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, bolts and clips are secure. 2. Check the fuel supply. Fill the tank no closer than 1/4 to 1/2 inch of top of tank to provide space for expan- sion. -
Page 13: Mixing Fuel
FUEL AND OIL MIXTURE The snowthrower uses a two cycle engine that requires a mixture of fuel (gasoline) and oil for lubrication of engine bearings and other moving parts. The correct fuel/oil mixture ratio for the five horsepower engine is 50 to 1. Use fuel/oil mixture chart shown. NOTE: To prevent damage to engine, carefully observe recommended fuel to oil mixing ratio and procedures. -
Page 14: Starting The Engine
Controls & Operation STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: The snow thrower engine is designed to operate at cold temperatures. Avoid operating the snow thrower if air temperature is 40° C or warmer since engine may vapor lock and stop running after a short time. Engine will be difficult to start in warm weather. -
Page 15: Operating The Snowthrower
(30 days or longer), may develop gummy deposits which can adversely affect the engine carbure- tor and cause engine malfunction. To avoid this condi- tion, add Simplicity Gasoline Stabilizer to the fuel tank, or drain all fuel from the system before placing unit in stor- age. -
Page 16: Regular Maintenance
Regular Maintenance Removing Belt Cover In order to perform proper lubrication, it is necessary to remove the Belt cover from the lower left of the snowthrower. 1. Remove the Engine Key from the switch. 2. Remove the fours screws securing the belt cover (see Figure 7). -
Page 17: Troubleshooting & Service Troubleshooting
Auger does not stop turning when control is released Excessive vibration Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your local Simplicity dealer. REMOVING ENGINE COVER Note: In many of the following adjustment and service tasks, it will be necessary to remove and reinstall the engine cover. -
Page 18: Auger Control Cable Adjustment
Troubleshooting & Service Lift Cover from Rear of unit Align rear tabs & side of cover when reinstalling. Figure 12. Cover Removal & Installation AUGER CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENT The length of the auger control cable is adjustable. However, it will seldom be necessary to change the cable length since the operating tension on the drive belt is maintained by the spring on the end of the cable. -
Page 19: Replacing The Drive Belt
REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT 1. Remove Engine Key from switch. 2. Remove belt and engine covers. 3. Move the Auger Control on the handle and slip the belt out from between the brake lever and roller and away from the idler pulley. 4. -
Page 20: Specifications
Drive Belt......1716645 Simplicity Gas Stabilizer —8 oz. Bottle ..... . . 1685748 —Case of 12 Bottles.