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7 - 7.0 Engine HP (Engine Horse Power) 24 - 24" Auger Width 4 - Series Designation Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your Snow Thrower, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"...
If you have any questions pertaining to your snow thrower which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfaction, call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER, McDonough, Georgia 30253. Phone: 800/935-2967. PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN...
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other any new safety devices. sources of ignition. 10. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to Use only an approved fuel container. assure that original standards are maintained.
Rubber Drive Tire Replacement ................TROUBLESHOOTING ................SERVICE SCHEDULE ................WARRANTY AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION ........ 19-20 IMPORTANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions.
Contact your When both levers are pressed down to the handle bar at Snapper service dealer for assistance. To reduce the the same time, the operator can release the right hand risk of electric shock, use only with an extension...
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING, OPERATION & STOPPING 5. Push primer button three times to start a cold (RECOIL START MODELS) engine. NOTE: Do not use primer button to start warm engine. See Figure 2.4. 2.2.1. ENGINE 6. Pull rope start handle to crank engine. 1.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.5. DISCHARGE CHUTE and DEFLECTOR ADJUSTMENT Objects can be thrown by the snow thrower while it 1. Release auger control and wheel drive control is in operation. Thrown objects could cause serious levers to allow auger and ground speed to come to a injury to the operator or bystanders.
Replace damaged cord immediately. Contact your Snapper service dealer for assistance. To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use having a cord type: SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW- PUSH PRIMER A, SJTW-A or SJTOW-A.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Objects can be thrown by the snow thrower while it is in operation. Thrown objects could cause serious injury to the operator or bystanders. Always wear safety goggles or other suitable eye protection. Keep people and pets away from area.
INTRODUCTION shots of grease (Snapper suggests using Benalene To retain the quality of the snow thrower, use only 900) from a grease gun into gear case. The grease genuine SNAPPER replacement parts. Contact a...
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON) Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance schedule. 3.4.1. Engine Refer engine owner's manual service instructions. 3.4.2. Spark Plug Refer engine owner's manual service instructions. STORAGE PROCEDURE Refer to the Engine Owner's Manual...
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1.2. AUGER BELT IDLER PULLEY ADJUSTMENT DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, NOTE: To adjust the idler pulley and properly tension the auger belt, the auger control cable adjustment service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger. must first be loosened as described in the following Stop engine.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 5. Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive WARNING system area. Secure machine in the tilted position DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, to prevent tipping over. Remove drive system cover service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger. plate.
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Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 5. Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive WARNING system area. Secure machine in the tilted position DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, to prevent tipping over. Remove drive system cover service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger. plate.
DO NOT reuse bolt or nut FIGURE 4.8 under any circumstances. Always replace existing hardware with genuine Snapper new replacement shear bolts and nuts. DO NOT substitute these 4. Check drive system to insure the rubber drive shear bolts and nuts with hardware other than what tire has full contact with drive disc.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1.8. SINGLE HANDLE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT 2. Check position of the cam lock. It must align with (7 HP Models Only) the adjusting line located on the cam lock bracket. IMPORTANT: Standing in the operator's position, the 3.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1.10. RUBBER DRIVE TIRE REPLACEMENT WARNING DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, 1. Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger. system area. Secure machine in the tilted position to prevent tipping over.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel/oil mix. Engine Will Not Start Fuel tank empty• Using Recoil Starter Engine needs choking and priming• Move choke control to "CHOKE" position, Push primer bulb three times, Spark plug wire disconnected• Place spark plug wire onto spark plug, Fuel shut off valve closed•...
For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.
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Call us at the Snapper Customer Relations Center. faster service please have your Serial Number and Model Number available. Call the Snapper Customer Relations Center at 1-800-935-2967. Eastern Standard Time Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm. Saturday from 9am to lpm.
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If you have any questions about your Snapper product, contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper, McDonough, GA. 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967). _WARNING BATTERY POSTS, TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES...
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