SafetyRules& Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manu- factured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is mis- used, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of...
Safety Rules & information MovingParts This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if you are standing in the operator's position, and follow all the rules in this book, the unit is safe to operate. The auger and impeller have spinning parts that can amputate hands and feet.
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Safety Rules & information This machine is capable to amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. 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.
Safety Rules & information 21. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for acci- 8. Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor- dents occurring to other people or property. age preparations before storing the unit for both short 22. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and and long term periods.
Decals DECALS The safety decals below are on your unit. This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment.
Decals and Safety Icons ALL MODEL DECALS Part No. 1734789 Deflector Decal - down Part No. 1734788 Part No. 1734786 Part No. 1734787 Shift Decal - left Deflector Decal - up Shift Decal - right SAFETY ICONS WARNING: DISMEMBERMENT. This machine can amputate limbs. Keep bystanders and children away WARNING: READ OPERATOR'S when engine is running.
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Features,Controls & Operation Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual Manual Rotator Electric Rotator Model Model CONTROL LOCATIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls.
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Features & Controls Fuel Auger Control Engages the auger/impeller when depressed. Releasing Fuel tank filler cap (see illustration). Note: The fuel shut off valve is located under the fuel tank or on the front of the control stops the auger/impeller. the engine.
Operation GENERAL OPERATION WARNING CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP This unit is a "two-stage" snowthrower. The first stage is the auger, which feeds the snow 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, back into the impeller housing. The second stage bolts and clips are secure.
Operation STARTING CONTROLS Choke Knob - The choke knob (G) adjusts the air/fuel mixture, and is used to help start a cold See Figure 1 for the following instructions. engine by providing a richer mixture. Once the engine is warm and running smoothly, the choke knob Electric Start should be set to the off position to provide a normal...
Operation STARTING THE ENGINE CAUTION WARNING This engine was shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Before you start the engine, make Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull sure you add oil according to the instructions in hand and arm toward engine faster than you can the Engine Owner's Manual.
Operation Turn the fuel shut-off valve (B, Figure 2), if equipped, to the ON position. Push in the safety key (C). Turn the choke control knob (D) to the choke posi- tion. NOTE: Do not use the choke to start a warm engine. Push the primer button (E) two times.
Operation ENGINE SPEED OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER Always run the snowthrower at full throttle. 1. Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction. 2. Set the speed selector to the desired forward speed. 3. Fully press and hold the auger engage control (C, WARNING Figure 4) on the right-hand grip to begin auger rota- tion.
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Operation DEFLECTOR The distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlled by the position of the deflector. (Engine speed also affects distance of discharge.) The more the deflector is tilted UP, the farther snow will be thrown. Models with Chute Deflector Knob See Figure 5.
Operation FULL TRACTION EASY TURN TRACTION _',,EasyTurn ,Easy Turn Lever Lever Engaged Released Right Wheel Freewheels, Both Wheels Drive Left Wheel Drives Figure 8. Easy Turn Control EASY TURN FREEWHEELING TRACTION DRIVE LOCK While Clearing Snow: For easy turning when using the snowthrower, squeeze the Easy Turn lever (Figure 8).
Storage AFTER EACH USE STORAGE Normal use of the snowthrower may result in a build-up WARNING of packed snow in and around the starter cord housing and around engine controls. Heat from the engine will Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed, usually prevent the snow from freezing solid while the poorly ventilated structure.
Regular Maintenance LUBRICATION IMPORTANT NOTE It is very important that grease fittings on the auger shaft are lubricated regularly. If auger rusts to shaft, damage to worm gear may occur if shear pins do not break. To prevent wheels rusting to axles, it is also necessary to remove the wheels and grease the axles regularly.
Regular Maintenance CHECK / LUBRICATE FREE-HAND LINKAGE Check the function of the Free-Hand controls: the con- trols should function as described in the CONTROLS section. It is critical for the safe operation of the unit that the controls disengage when released. Lubricate as shown in Figures 16-17.
Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service TROU BLESHOOTING WARNING This section provides troubleshooting and service Before performing any adjustment or service to instructions. Locate the problem and check the possible snowthrower, stop the engine and wait for cause/remedy in the order listed. moving parts to stop.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Remedy Chute deflector too low. Auger rotates, but snow is not- Adjust deflector as necessary. thrown far enough. Engine speed too slow. Set speed to full throttle. Ground speed too fast. Use slower speed selector setting. Snowthrower discharge chute STOP engine and REMOVE the key clogged.
Adjustments SPEED SELECTOR ADJUSTMENT 1. Loosen the two nuts (C, Figure 19). 2. Place the shift lever in 5th gear. 3. Push the lower rod into the housing and tighten the two nuts (C). Do not lift up or down on rods while tightening.
Adjustments TRACTION DRIVE TENSION Initial Adjustment 1. Lift the bellcrank arm (C, Figure 21 ) up as far as it will 2. While holding the bell crank arm (C) up, adjust the cable until all the slack is removed. 3. Back the adjustment screw (E) out 7-8 turns. Tighten nut (D).
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Adjustments MANUAL DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT Pinion Gear Adjustment If the discharge chute is difficult to operate, first lubricate the pinion gear (A, Figure 22) and ring gear (F). If it is still difficult to operate, adjust as follows: NOTE: If the discharge chute will not stay in position, adjust the pinion gear (,4) closer to the ring gear (F).
Adjustments & Service EASY TURN CABLE ADJUSTMENT If the Easy Turn cable has stretched, the gears will not disengage when the control lever is activated. Adjust the cable using the following procedure. 1. Turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Adjustments & Service BELT REPLACEMENT 1. Turn off the engine, remove the spark plug wire, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Rotate the spout full right. Loosen the two screws (B, Figure 27) securing the belt cover. 2. Tilt the cover forward and work it off the snowthrower. Move the belt guides (B, Figure 28) by loosening the two capscrews (A).
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Service 6. Reverse the procedure to install the belts. Be sure there are no twists and the belts are properly seated in the grooves. Adjust the belt stops so there is 1/8" (3mm) clearance between belt and stop. The pattern for both belts is shown in Figure 30.
Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. * The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque Rating Procedure), and rating performance has been obtained and corrected in accordance with SAE J1995 (Revision 2002-05).
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