Simplicity 1692244, 1692243 User Manual
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
47”
Two-Stage
Commercial Snowthrower
Mfg. No. 1692243
Hitch
Mfg. No. 1692244
STANDARD
FASTENER
IDENTIFICATION
CHART
HEX CAPSCREW
CARRIAGE BOLT
@
@
@
0
PLAIN WASHER
HEX
Shown below are actual size heads for standard screw sizes.
Example: a
wrench. To measure length, use the scale below.
l/4
screw has 7/16 head and thus requires a 7/16
LOCKWASHER NUT
CAPSCREW IDENTlFlCATlON
Hardware sizes given in the
illustrations throughout this
manual.
If a washer or nut is identified as
“washer, i/2” or “nut, i/2”, this
means the inside diameter is
inch
If a screw is identified as “screw,
i/2
x
2”.
this means the shaft
diameter is
shaft of the screw is 2 inches
long. If a screw is identified as
“screw,
“16” means that the screw has
16 threads per inch.
SAMPLE: SCREW IDENTIFICATION
i/2 -
l/2
inch and the
16 x
2”,
the number
l/2
00000
3lV
Head
screw with
l/2” SD. 7ll6’S.D.
Place the washer or nut on the above scale to
determine the inside diameter. The actual inside
diameter can vary
comparison.
5/s”
Head
screw with
WASHER AND NUT IDENTIFICATION
9/16”
Head l/2” Head
screw with screw with
318”
SD.
1116
inch. Use the scale for
5/16”
SD.
7/l 6” Head
screw with
114”
S.D.
SAMPLE: NUT IDENTIFICATION
Nut,
l/2
Inside
Diameter
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FOR
STANDARD MACHINE HARDWARE
SEE
8-32 19
8-38 20
lo-24 27
lo-32
114-20
114-28
5118-18
5118-24
318-18
318-24
7/18-14
7/16-20
l/2-13
l/2-20
9118-12
9118-18
518-I
1 90
518-18
314-I 0
314-I 8
718-9
718-I 4
l-8
l-12
SAE GRADE #2
InJLbs.
FtJLbs.
31 3.5
66
78
11
12
20
23.
30.
35
50
55
85
75
100
180
180
140
155
220
240
0
Nm.
2.1
2.3
3.1
7.8
8.8
15.
18.3
27.2
31.3
40.8
47.8
88.
74.8
88.4
102.
122.4
138.
217.8
244.8
190.4
210.8
299.2
328.4
SAE GRADE
Q
In./Lbs.
FtAbs.
Nm.
30
31 3.5
43
49
8
10
17
19
30
35
50
55
75
90
110
120
150
180
280
300 408.
400 544.
440
580
840
#S
3.4
4.9
5.5
10.9
13.8
23.1
25.8
40.8
47.8
88.
74.8
102.
122.4
149.8
183.2
204.
244.8
353.8
598.4
788.8
870.4
SAE GRADE 88
Q
In.1Lb.s.
FtJLbs.
41
43
80
68
12
14
25
25
45
50
70
80
110
120
150
170
220
240
388
420
800
880
900
1,000
Nm.
4.8
4.9
8.8
7.7
18.3
19.
34.
34.
81.2
68.
95.2
108.8
149.8
183.2
204.
231.2
299.2
328.4
525.
571.2
818.
897.6
1,224.
1.360.
NOTE:
1. These torque values are to be used for
excluding: locknuts, self-tapping screws, thread forming
screws, sheet metal screws and socket head setscrews.
2.
Recomended seating torque values for locknuts:
a. For prevailing torqix locknuts - use 65% of grade 5
torques.
b. For flange
of grade 5 torques.
3.
Unless otherwise noted on assembly drawings all torque
values must meet this specification.
whizlock
nuts (and screws) - use 135%
all “araware
BOLT HEAD MARKING
S.A.E. GRADE:
SIMPLICITY MANUFACTURING, INC.
500 N. Spring Street
Port Washington, Wi 53074
FORM 1709320
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
l/95
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION
Safety Rules
Safe Operation Practices and Precautions .....................................................................................................
Safe Operation of
Safe
Maintenance&Storage..
Safely
Transporting the
Safety Decals
Parts Identification
installation
Tractor Preparation
Flow
Chute Rotator Bracket
Lift Rod
Install Discharge Chute .............
Mounting
Install PTO Driveshaft .....................................................................................................................................
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Reduction
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Hitch
Snowthrower..
Snowthrower..
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Washer .................................................................................................................................
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Mounting Snowthrower..
Checks Prior to Using Snowthrower
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Skid Shoe Adjustment ..................................................................................................................................
Discharge Spout Adjustment ........................................................................................................................
Transport
Snowthrower Removal
Hitch Removal
Using Snowthrower
Maintenance & Storage Requirements
Maintenance..
Inspecting Cutting Edge ...............................................................................................................................
Reversing Cutting Edge..
Shear Bolts.. .................................................................................................................................................
Storage
Troubleshooting Chart
Drift Cutter Kit, Mfg. No. 1665169..
Height Adjustment
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Specifications
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SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices and Precautions
Product knowledge and careful operation is the best way
to prevent accidents. Read this section carefully before
operating attachment system. All operators, no matter
how much experience they may have, should read this
and other related manuals before operating attachment
system. It is the owner’s legal obligation to instruct all
operators in safe operation.
1. Know the controls and how to stop quickly. READ
THIS OPERATORS MANUAL and instructions
furnished with your tractor..
2. Know your equipment and its limitations.
3. Never allow children to operate equipment. Never
allow adults to operate equipment without proper
instruction.
4. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
5. Become familiar with all controls of equipment and
how to stop tractor/engine quickly.
6. Pay special attention to, and observe all warning,
caution and danger labels on attachmentsystem.
7. Do not allow passengers on tractor or attachment
system at any time.
8. Driver should never leave operator’s seat while
equipment is running.
9. Remove objects (sticks, stones and any other debris)
from area of operation that may be picked up and
thrown.
IO. Operate equipment only during daylight or with
adequate artificial light.
il.
Wear long pants and safe, sturdy shoes. Do not wear
loose fitting clothing that could get caught in moving
parts.
12. Always wear eye protection (safety glasses, fSCS
shield, safety goggles, etc.) to protect from any flying
objects and ear protection (ear muffs, ear plug, etc.) to
protect from excessive noise.
13. Only operate equipment when fully alert. Therefore,
never operate equipment while fatigued, under the
influence of alcohol, medication or other substances.
14. Know how to stop engine. Be prepared for an emergency situation.
15. Avoid high pressure fluids. Escaping fluid under
pressure can cause serious injury.
16. Never attempt to make adjustment or repair of any
kind while the tractor and/or attachments are in
motion. Shut off engine, remove key and allow all
motion to stop.
17. Open doors if tractor engine is run in garage or shed
-exhaust fumes are dangerous.
18. Follow the maintenance recommendations for Safe
operation. See “Maintenance” section.
19. Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into
neutral before attempting to start the engine.
20. Disengage power to attachments and stop the engine
before leaving the operator’s position.
21. Disengage power to attachments when transporting or
22. Take all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle
23. Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or
24. Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on
25. Stay
26. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
27. When using any attachments, never direct discharge
28. Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating
29. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
30. The tractor and attachments should be stopped and
Safe Operation of Snowthrower
1.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is
3. Disengage PTO and shift into neutral before starting
4. Do not operate the equipment without wearing
5. Before dismounting the tractor:
6. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
7. Adjust the snowthrower housing height to clear gravel
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not in use.
unattended, such as disengaging the power take-off,
lowering the attachments, setting the parking brake,
stopping the engine, and removing the key.
downhill. Operate equipment up and down the face of
steep slopes; never across the face.
slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss of
control. Be especially cautious when changing
direction on slopes.
alert for holes, rocks and roots in the terrain and
other hidden hazards. Keep away from drop-offs.
of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near
the vehicle while in operation.
condition, and keep safety devices in place and in
working condition.
equipment is in safe working condition.
inspected for damage after striking a foreign object,
and the damage should be repaired before restarting
and operating the equipment.
Inspect snowthrower carefully for loose or worn parts
before operating.
to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards,
wires, and other foreign objects.
the engine (motor).
adequate winter outer garments. Wear footwear that
will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
a. Disengage power takeoff (PTO).
b. Shut off engine.
c. Allow all moving parts to stop.
d. Set parking brake.
e. Remove key.
a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. Never add fuel to a running or hot engine.
c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill
fuel tank indoors.
d. Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled
fuel.
or crushed rock surface.
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