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Snapper LE3170R Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

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Safety Instructions
& Operator's Manual for
®
L.E. SINGLE STAGE
SMALL FRAME
SNOW THROWER
SERIES 0
MODELS
LE3170R
LE3190R
LE3190E
MODEL
NUMBER
EXPLANATION
MODEL DESIGNATION
ENGINE HP
I
L
1
I
E I 3 I 19 I
]
I
E
1
I
ENGINE OPTIONS
SERIES DESIGNATION
AUGER WIDTH
L - Light Weight Frame
E - Easy Operation
3 - 3.0 HP (Engine Horse Power)
17 - 17" Auger Width
19 - 19" Auger Width
0 -- Series Designation
E - 110 Volt Electric Start
R - Recoil Start
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"
on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all power
equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance
with the operating instructions and common sense.
COPYRIGHT
© 2003
SNAPPER
PRODUCTS
INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
.qlilAPPEl:l
McDonough,
GA.,
30253
U.S.A.
INSTRUCTION
No. 7-5223 (I.R. 3/3/03)

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  • Page 1 19 - 19" Auger Width R - Recoil Start 3 - 3.0 HP (Engine Horse Power) 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"...
  • Page 2 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...
  • Page 3 Gasoline is extremely any new safety devices. flammable and the vapors are explosive 10. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other assure that original standards are maintained. sources of ignition.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......TABLE OF CONTENTS ................SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......... Pre-start Checklist ................... Starting & Stopping Engine (Recoil Start Models) ........Starting & Stopping Engine (Electric Start Models) ........Starting & Stopping Auger ................SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 5 2.1.4. Mix fresh, good quality unleaded gasoline and SNAPPER 2-cycle engine oil or equivalent. Mix fuel and oil to a 32:1 ratio. See Figure 2.2. 2.1.5. Add premix fuel to tank after pushing the machine outside where fumes can safely dissipate.
  • Page 6 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:...
  • Page 7 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING, STOPPING & OPERATION WARNING (RECOIL START MODELS) (Go to Page 8 for Electric Start Models) Release auger clutch control make surel 2.2.1. ENGINE & AUGER auger/impeller has STOPPED before rotating discharge I 1. Move choke control to the choke "ON" position. chute or adjusting deflector.
  • Page 8 Replace damaged cord immediately. Contact your SNAPPER service dealer 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-A, SJTW-A or SJTOW-A.
  • Page 9 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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. 2.2.6.
  • Page 10 CHECK AUGER CLUTCH CONTROL CABLE To retain the quality of the snow thrower, 1. Visually check cable for fraying, kinking or severed genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact cable strands. Replace cable and adjust tension before a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service operating snow thrower.
  • Page 11 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1.2. AUGER BELT IDLER PULLEY WARNING ADJUSTMENT DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, NOTE: To adjust the idler pulley and properly tension service, or repairs with engine running. Stop auger. the auger belt, the auger control cable adjustment Stop engine.
  • Page 12 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4. Push the spring tensioned idler pulley down and WARNING install new belt. See Figure 4.5. DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, service, or repairs with engine running. Stop auger. BELT COVER Stop engine. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire RETAINING STUDS SHOWN REMOVED and secure wire away from spark plug.
  • Page 13 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, FLITE SHOE service, or repairs with engine running. Stop auger. Stop engine. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire and secure wire away from spark plug. 4.1.3. AUGER BELT REPLACEMENT (Continued From Previous Page) 5.
  • Page 14 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel/oil mix. Engine Will Not Start 1. Fuel tank empty. Using Recoil Starter 2. Engine needs choking & priming. 2. Move choke control to "CHOKE" position. Push primer bulb three times. 3.
  • Page 15 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.
  • Page 16 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.
  • Page 17 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...
  • Page 18 19 - 19" Auger Width R - Recoil Start 3 - 3.0 HP (Engine Horse Power) 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"...
  • Page 19 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...
  • Page 20 Gasoline is extremely any new safety devices. flammable and the vapors are explosive 10. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other assure that original standards are maintained. sources of ignition.
  • Page 21 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......TABLE OF CONTENTS ................SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......... Pre-start Checklist ................... Starting & Stopping Engine (Recoil Start Models) ........Starting & Stopping Engine (Electric Start Models) ........Starting & Stopping Auger ................SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 22 2.1.4. Mix fresh, good quality unleaded gasoline and SNAPPER 2-cycle engine oil or equivalent. Mix fuel and oil to a 32:1 ratio. See Figure 2.2. 2.1.5. Add premix fuel to tank after pushing the machine outside where fumes can safely dissipate.
  • Page 23 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:...
  • Page 24 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING, STOPPING & OPERATION WARNING (RECOIL START MODELS) (Go to Page 8 for Electric Start Models) Release auger clutch control make surel 2.2.1. ENGINE & AUGER auger/impeller has STOPPED before rotating discharge I 1. Move choke control to the choke "ON" position. chute or adjusting deflector.
  • Page 25 Replace damaged cord immediately. Contact your SNAPPER service dealer 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-A, SJTW-A or SJTOW-A.
  • Page 26 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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. 2.2.6.
  • Page 27 CHECK AUGER CLUTCH CONTROL CABLE To retain the quality of the snow thrower, 1. Visually check cable for fraying, kinking or severed genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact cable strands. Replace cable and adjust tension before a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service operating snow thrower.
  • Page 28 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1.2. AUGER BELT IDLER PULLEY WARNING ADJUSTMENT DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, NOTE: To adjust the idler pulley and properly tension service, or repairs with engine running. Stop auger. the auger belt, the auger control cable adjustment Stop engine.
  • Page 29 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4. Push the spring tensioned idler pulley down and WARNING install new belt. See Figure 4.5. DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, service, or repairs with engine running. Stop auger. BELT COVER Stop engine. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire RETAINING STUDS SHOWN REMOVED and secure wire away from spark plug.
  • Page 30 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt adjustments, maintenance, FLITE SHOE service, or repairs with engine running. Stop auger. Stop engine. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire and secure wire away from spark plug. 4.1.3. AUGER BELT REPLACEMENT (Continued From Previous Page) 5.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel/oil mix. Engine Will Not Start 1. Fuel tank empty. Using Recoil Starter 2. Engine needs choking & priming. 2. Move choke control to "CHOKE" position. Push primer bulb three times. 3.
  • Page 32 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.
  • Page 33 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.
  • Page 34 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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