Simplicity 1694382 319M Operator's Manual

Single stage snowthrower

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  • Page 1 Print Vendor Instructions Paper Size: • 11x17 • Body - 50 lbs brilliant white offset or equivalent • Cover - on pre-printed two tone “Swash” stock. Press: • Body - 1 color, 2-sided • Cover - 1 color, 1 sided Bindery: •...
  • Page 2 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK (FOR PLACEMENT ONLY - DO NOT PRINT)
  • Page 3 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Single Stage Snowthrower 319M Models Mfg. No. Description 1694382 319M, 3HP Snowthrower, Manual Start 319E Models Mfg. No. Description 1694383 319E, 3HP Snowthrower, Electric Start Manual No. 21806 Rev 4/2003 TP 100-3826-01-SW-S...
  • 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.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Safety Rules & Information General Operation ...2 Slope Operation ...2 Children...3 Emissions...3 Service & Maintenance ...3 ANSI B71.3-1995 Warnings ...4 Safety Decals ...5 Identification Numbers ...5 Features & Controls Control Locations ...7 General Operation Checks Before Each Start-Up ...8 Operational Warnings ...8 Fuel &...
  • Page 6: Safety Rules & Information

    Safety Rules & Information Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
  • Page 7: Children

    CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the operating activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.
  • Page 8: Ansi B71.3-1995 Warnings

    Safety Rules ANSI B71.3-1995 WARNINGS Training 1. Read the operating and service instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. 2. Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.
  • Page 9: Safety Decals

    SAFETY DECALS Safety warning decals are placed at strategic locations on the snowthrower as a constant reminder to the operator of the most important safety precautions. All warning, caution and instructional messages on your snowthrower should be carefully read and obeyed. If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them at once. They can be pur- chased from your local dealer.
  • Page 10: Features & Controls

    Features & Controls CONTROL LOCATIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, and driving require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. NOTE: Throttle - This snowthrower does NOT have a throttle for controlling operating speed of engine.
  • Page 11: Auger Control

    Chute Deflector Control Controls the distance snow is thrown. Tilting the Chute Deflector UP provides a higher stream and greater dis- tance, while tilting the deflector DOWN provides a lower stream and less distance. Loosen the deflector knob, adjust the deflector, then retighten the knob. Chute Direction Control The Chute Direction Control allows the discharge chute to be rotated to throw snow in the desired direction.
  • Page 12: General Operation

    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: Fuel & Oil Mixture

    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 is 50 to 1. Use fuel/oil mixture chart shown.
  • Page 14: Starting The Engine

    Operation STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: The snowthrower engine is designed to operate at cold temperatures. Avoid operating the snowthrower if air temperature is 40° F or warmer. Engine will be diffi- cult to start in warm weather. WARNING Electric start precautions: •...
  • 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 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE ITEMS Check Auger Cable & Stopping Time Check Auger & Flite Shoes Check/Adjust Drive Belt** Clean Cooling Fins * Inspect Spark Plug * Replace Fuel Filter * Refer to the Engine Manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual for engine-related information. ** Adjust after the first 5 hours of operation.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Engine Will Not Start 1. Fuel tank empty. Using Recoil Starter 2. Engine needs choking & priming. 3. Spark plug fouled or wire disconnected. Engine Will Not Crank 1. Power extension cord not plugged into Using Electric Starter machine or 120 Volt outlet.
  • Page 18: Auger Control Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service WARNING Before beginning any repair stop the engine, remove the key, disconnect the spark plug wire, and wait for all moving parts to stop. AUGER CONTROL ADJUSTMENT Inspection 1. Inspect the auger cable for kinks, wear, or frayed cable strands.
  • Page 19: Auger Drive Belt Idler Pulley Adjustment

    AUGER DRIVE BELT IDLER PULLEY ADJUSTMENT If the auger control cable has run out of adjustment, the drive belt idler pulley (B) can be adjusted to take up more belt slack. 1. Turn the engine OFF. 2. Loosen the jam nut (B, Figure 5) at the upper end of the cable.
  • Page 20: Auger Drive Belt Replacement

    Troubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service Figure 8. Drive Belt A. Belt Guide AUGER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Inspect belt frequently for signs of excessive wear. Visually check for cracking, fraying, severed or exposed belt strands. 1. Remove the side belt cover (D, Figure 3). 2.
  • Page 21: Auger Flite Shoe Replacement

    AUGER FLITE SHOE REPLACEMENT Inspect the flite shoes frequently for signs of excessive wear. Visually check flite shoes for cracking, fraying, and severed or exposed belts. 1. Turn the engine OFF, remove the key, disconnect the spark plug wire, and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2.
  • Page 22: Specifications

    42” Weight 54 Lbs. REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity Parts. MAINTENANCE ITEMS Many convenient and helpful service and maintenance items are available from you authorized dealer. Some of these items include:...

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