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Operator's Manual
Introduction
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury
and product damage. You are responsible for operating
the product properly and safely.
You may contact Lawn-Boy directly at
www.Lawn-Boy.com for product and accessory
information, help finding a dealer, or to register your
product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Lawn-Boy parts,
or additional information, contact an Authorized
Service Dealer or Lawn-Boy Customer Service and have
the model and serial numbers of your product ready.
Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial
numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the
space provided.
Figure 1
1. Model and serial number location
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol
(Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
© 2008—Lawn-Boy® Inc.
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Insight™ Snowthrower
Model No. 34001—Serial No. 280000001 and Up
Model No. 34002—Serial No. 280000001 and Up
1. Safety alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California
Emission Control Regulation of emission systems,
maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be
ordered through the engine manufacturer.
Safety
This snowthrower meets or exceeds the B71.3
specifications of the American National Standards
Institute in effect at the time of production.
Read and understand the contents of this manual
before you start the engine.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this snowthrower
could result in injury or death. To reduce this
Register at www.Lawn-Boy.com.
Form No. 3358-541 Rev B
Figure 2
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved
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- Page 1 Whenever you need service, genuine Lawn-Boy parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized CALIFORNIA Service Dealer or Lawn-Boy Customer Service and have Proposition 65 Warning the model and serial numbers of your product ready. The engine exhaust from this product...
- Page 2 potential, comply with the following safety – If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing instructions. immediately. – Do not smoke while handling gasoline. This snowthrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe •...
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Page 3: Clearing A Clogged Discharge Chute
Lawn-Boy Snowthrower Safety The following list contains safety information specific to Lawn-Boy products or other safety information that you must know. • Rotating rotor blades can injure fingers or hands. Stay behind the handles and away from the... -
Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals
Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 108-4930 (Model 34001 only) 1. Warning—read the 5. Engine switch Off Operator’s Manual. 2. Cutting/dismemberment 6. Primer hazard, rotor blades—stop the engine before leaving the machine. -
Page 5: Unfolding The Handle
114-3794 1. Hot surface (on exhaust baffle) Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. – No parts required Unfold the handle. Discharge chute Bolt Locknut Install the discharge chute. Spacer Washer –... - Page 6 Important: Ensure that the R-clamp is properly positioned and that the cable runs through it to prevent pinching the cable (Figure 5). Figure 7 Figure 5 1. Rope 2. Rope guide 1. R-clamp 2. Cable 5. Install the rope guide (Figure 6). Figure 6 1.
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Page 7: Installing The Discharge Chute
2. Installing the Discharge 3. Adjusting the Handle Height Chute Procedure Discharge chute Raise or lower the upper handle to a position Bolt comfortable for you. Locknut Note: You cannot raise the upper handle higher than in Spacer a straight line with the lower handle. Washer 1. -
Page 8: Adjusting The Control Cable
Figure 10 1. Oil fill cap 3. Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove it. 4. With the snowthrower in the operating position, Figure 12 carefully pour oil into the crankcase until the point 1. Recoil start handle 3. Ignition key of overflow. -
Page 9: Filling The Fuel Tank
Filling the Fuel Tank oz. (0.62 l), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SJ, SL, or higher.) Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded gasoline (Figure 13). 5. Screw the oil fill cap into the oil fill hole and tighten it securely. -
Page 10: Disengaging The Rotor Blades
Important: Do not use the primer or the choke if the engine has been running and is hot. Excessive priming may flood the engine and If you leave the snowthrower plugged into a prevent it from starting. power outlet, someone can inadvertently start the snowthrower and injure people or damage 4. -
Page 11: Stopping The Engine
Stopping the Engine Preventing Freeze-up after To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the Off position (Figure 22). • Let the engine run for a few minutes to prevent moving parts from freezing. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove ice and snow from the snowthrower. -
Page 12: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the control cable and adjust it if necessary. After the first hour • Check for loose fasteners and tighten them if necessary. •... -
Page 13: Inspecting The Rotor Blades
1/8-inch (2 mm to 3 mm) gap between the control bar and the handle (Figure 25). Note: Moving the Z-fitting higher decreases the gap between the control bar and the handle; moving it lower increases the gap. 3. Hook the spring to the adjuster link and slide the spring cover over the adjuster link. -
Page 14: Servicing The Spark Plug
Figure 31 Figure 30 1. Remove these 4 fasteners 9. Screw the oil fill cap into the oil fill hole, and tighten 4. Lift up on the left rear corner of the shroud and it securely. pull the exhaust baffle down and out of the engine 10. - Page 15 Figure 35 Figure 33 12. From the rear left side position, insert the exhaust 1. Spark plug wire baffle up into the shroud. Note: Ensure that the upper lip of the exhaust 6. Clean around the spark plug. baffle fits into the tabs on the inside the shroud 7.
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Page 16: Replacing The Drive Belt
Replacing the Drive Belt 13. Install the two screws into the exhaust baffle. 14. Return the snowthrower to the operating position. If drive belt becomes worn, oil-soaked, excessively cracked, frayed, or otherwise damaged, replace the belt. 15. Tuck the lower lip of the guard behind the belt cover (Figure 37). -
Page 17: Storing The Snowthrower
Storage Note: Route the new drive belt first around the engine pulley, then the idler pulley, and finally around the loose rotor pulley positioned just above the rotor Storing the Snowthrower shaft (Figure 39). 6. Install the rotor pulley onto the rotor shaft (Figure 39). - Page 18 14. Tighten any loose fasteners. Repair or replace any damaged parts. 15. Cover the snowthrower and store it in a clean, dry place out of the reach of children. Allow the engine to cool before storing it in any enclosure.
- Page 19 Notes:...
- Page 20 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Lawn-Boy products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Lawn-Boy Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatised with your Distributor’s service or have difculty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Lawn-Boy importer.
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