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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
SNOW
THROWER
MODELS
Snow Boss 550
Snow Boss 750
770-10014B.fm
FORM NO.
(6/00)
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- Page 1 Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 PRINTED IN U.S.A. SNOW THROWER MODELS Snow Boss 550 Snow Boss 750 770-10014B.fm FORM NO. (6/00)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Content Important Safe Operation Practices... 3 Assembling Your Snow Thrower... 5 Know Your Snow Thrower ... 7 Operating Your Snow Thrower... 8 Making Adjustments ... 10 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower ... 12 Service... 13 Troubleshooting ... 16 Parts List... 17 This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new Snow Thrower. -
Page 3: Section 1: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. -
Page 4: Maintenance And Storage
The clutch levers must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released. Never operate with a missing or damaged discharge chute. Keep all safety devices in place and working. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. -
Page 5: Section 2: Assembling Your Snow Thrower
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the left or right side of the snow thrower is observed from the operator’s position. Unpacking • Remove screws from the top sides and ends of the shipping crate. -
Page 6: Final Adjustments
• Wind the headlight wire around the right handle until excess slack is removed. • Plug the wire from the headlight into the wire lead coming from the right side of the engine, beneath the fuel tank. Final Adjustments Auger Control Adjustment Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows: •... -
Page 7: Section 3: Know Your Snow Thrower
b. Engage the traction control and attempt to move them machine both forward and rearward. You should experience resistance as the wheels should not be turning. • Move the shift lever into the fast reverse (R2) position and repeat the previous steps (a & b). If you experienced resistance either when repositioning the shift lever from 6 to R2 or when attempting to move the machine forward or rearward with the traction... -
Page 8: Section 4: Operating Your Snow Thrower
Shift Lever The shift lever is located in the center of the handle panel and is used to determine both ground speed and direction of travel. It can be moved into any of eight positions. See Figure 7. Forward Your snow thrower has six forward (F) speeds. Position number one (1) is the slowest. -
Page 9: Electric Starter
Electric Starter (If Equipped) WARNING: electric equipped with a grounded three-wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. It must be used with a properly grounded three-prong receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock. -
Page 10: Section 5: Making Adjustments
Operating Tips NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes as the engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature. WARNING: Muffle, engine, and surround- ing areas become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch. •... -
Page 11: Shift Rod Adjustment
Friction Wheel Drive Plate Figure 9 Shift Rod Adjustment To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows: • Remove the hairpin clip and slide the connector up to separate the upper shift rod from the lower shift rod. See Figure 10. Ferrule Hairpin Clip... -
Page 12: Section 6: Maintaining Your Snow Thrower
SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. -
Page 13: Section 7: Service
Traction Control / Auger Control Lock The cams on the ends of the control rods which interlock the traction drive and auger drive controls must be lubricated at least once a season or every 25 hours of operation. The cams can be accessed beneath the handle panel. - Page 14 NOTE: Loosening the six nuts that connect the frame to the auger housing may aid in belt removal. • Lift the auger belt from the auger pulley, and slip belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley. See Figure 18. •...
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Page 15: Off-Season Storage
• Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the friction wheel plates and hub, tightening the six screws in rotation and with equal force. • Position the friction wheel assembly up onto the pin of the shift rod assembly, and slide the shaft through the assembly. -
Page 16: Section 8: Troubleshooting
SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 2. Blocked fuel line. 3. Choke not in ON position 4. Faulty spark plug. 5. Safety key not in ignition switch on engine. 6. Spark plug wire disconnected. 7. -
Page 17: Parts List
Flat Washer, .76 x 1.5 x .060 741-0662 Flange Bearing, .75 x 1.0 x .59 741-0663 Flange Bearing, .503 ID x .75 OD 618-0413A Gear Assembly Complete, 22” (550) 618-0414A Gear Assembly Complete, 24” (750) 737-3000 Grease Fitting, 3/16” Drive 737-0168... - Page 18 Models 550 & 750 Blower Housing Drive Clutch Cable Auger Clutch Cable Auger Clutch Cable...
- Page 19 Extension Spring Jam Nut, 3/8-24 Drive Cable Axle Friction Plate Friction Wheel Friction Wheel Hub Friction Wheel Bearing Tire Only, 13 x 4 (550) Tire Only, 15 x 5 (750) Sleeve Bearing Air Valve Wheel Assembly (550) Wheel Assembly (750)
- Page 20 Models 550 & 750...
- Page 21 Shear Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5 Flat Washer, .344 x 1.12 x .87 Label: Handle Panel 6F/2R Label: Side Housing White Label: Top Housing SB 550 Label: Top Housing SB 750 Label: Engine 5.5 HP Label: Engine 7 HP Label: Click Pin...
- Page 22 Models 550 & 750...
- Page 23 Models 550 & 750 Ref. IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts. V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely Part No. Part Description 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x.625...
- Page 24 Models 550 & 750 (for ground wire of light ass’y)
- Page 25 Model 550 & 750 Ref. Part No. Part Description 684-0008A Shift Arm Assembly 705-5204A Chute Crank Ass’y 710-0262 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1.5 710-0449 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2.25 710-0788 Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1 710-3008 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .75 710-3015 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .75...
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Page 28: P.o. Box
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by White Out- door Products Co. with respect to new merchandise pur- chased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. White Outdoor Products Co. warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found...
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