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Dealer Setup
& Adjustment Instructions
520 Series Single Stage Snowthrower
This Dealer Setup Instruction applies to the following units:
These instructions may cover additional models issued after their printing.
Refer to the Dealer Setup Binder Index for complete listings.
520 Series Snowthrowers
Mfg. No.
Description
7085663
SS5201R, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start
7085664
SS5201E, 5HP Snowthrower, Electric Start
1694585
5201M, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start
1694586
5201E, 5HP Snowthrower, Electric Start
ATTENTION SETUP PERSONNEL:
The safety warnings provided in this guide
and in the operator's manual included with
the unit contain important information that
must be obeyed when assembling, setting-up, operat-
ing, servicing, transporting, or storing the unit.
These warnings are highlighted by the safety alert tri-
angle symbol shown above, which signifies that an
important safety message is being provided.
You must read, understand, and follow these warn-
ings and instructions, and use safe shop and work
practices at all times while working on or around
this unit and all other outdoor power equipment.
Sections and items denoted by the Setup
symbol provide the information necessary to
fully assemble, test, and prepare the units
described above for delivery to your customers.
A Quick Setup List is provided on page 3 of this
booklet to help you identify and check that the
items have been performed.
5/2005
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
SAFETY RULES........................................................2
Quick Setup List.......................................................3
Unboxing and Assembly .........................................4
Fill Gas Tank.............................................................5
Fuel Oil Mix .............................................................5
Proper Fuel Mixing Procedure ................................5
Lubricate the Snowthrower.....................................6
Removing the Belt Cover ........................................6
Lubrication Points ...................................................6
Test Run....................................................................7
ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES
Removing Engine Cover..........................................8
Carburetor Adjustment............................................8
Servicing the Spark Plug.........................................8
Auger Control Cable Adjustment ...........................9
Checking the Adjustment ........................................9
Adjusting the Cable.................................................9
Testing the Auger Control Cable.............................9
Replacing the Drive Belt........................................10
Replacing the Scraper Blade ................................10
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Manual No. 7100193
I.R. 6/10/2005
TP 300-5071-IR-SX-N
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
SS5201E, 5HP Snowthrower, Electric Start 1694585 5201M, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start 1694586 5201E, 5HP Snowthrower, Electric Start ATTENTION SETUP PERSONNEL: The safety warnings provided in this guide and in the operator's manual included with the unit contain important information that must be obeyed when assembling, setting-up, operat- ing, servicing, transporting, or storing the unit. -
Page 2: Operation
520 Single Stage Snowthrower Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of equipment, severe personal injury or death to you, yourself or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This auger is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. -
Page 3: Setup Procedures
Quick Setup List - Page Setup Procedure Unbox & Assemble Fill Gas Tank Lubricate Snowthrower Test Run Additional information concerning functional tests, general adjustment procedures, and the location of normal lubrication points are included in these instructions. Although all required lubrication and normal adjust- ments on factory-assembled components are done at the factory, this additional information is provided to assist you in ensuring that each unit is delivered to the... -
Page 4: Unboxing And Assembly
520 Single Stage Snowthrower Unboxing & Assembly 1. Using a utility knife, open the box and remove the snowthrower. IMPORTANT NOTE When removing the snowthrower from the box and unfolding the han- dle bars DO NOT PINCH THE AUGER CONTROL CABLE IN THE HANDLE BARS. -
Page 5: Fill Gas Tank
Fill Gas Tank 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 horsepow- er engine is 50 to 1. -
Page 6: Lubricate The Snowthrower
520 Single Stage Snowthrower Lubricate Snowthrower 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 5). -
Page 7: Starting The Engine
Test Run Test run the unit for several minutes. Check that the following work properly: • Primer • Auger Control Cable • Choke • Kill Switch • Recoil Starter • Chute Rotator • Electric Starter • Deflector (Where Applicable) STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: The snow thrower engine is designed to oper- ate at cold temperatures. -
Page 8: Removing Engine Cover
520 Single Stage Snowthrower Removing Engine Cover Note: In many of the following adjustment and service tasks, it will be necessary to remove and reinstall the engine cover. To remove the cover, proceed as fol- lows: 1. Remove the Engine Key from the switch. 2. -
Page 9: Auger Control Cable Adjustment
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. If the auger turns too slowly under heavy load or momentary squealing of drive belt is heard when enter- ing heavy snow, pressure applied to drive belt by idler... -
Page 10: Service Notes
520 Single Stage Snowthrower Service Notes 5/2005... - Page 11 520 Single Stage Snowthrower Service Notes 5/2005...
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Page 12: Replacing The Drive Belt
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