Simplicity 1694404 User Manual

ATTACHMENT
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
47” Two-Stage Snowthrower
Mfg. No. Description
1694404 47” Two Stage Snowthrower
(for use with Legacy LX / 2000 / 2900 Series)
1725463
Rev. Date 04/2008
TP 100-3897-05-AT-SMAN
47” Two-Stage
Snowthrower
Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, L.L.C. Copyright © 2008 Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI USA. All Rights Reserved www.BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com
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Table of Contents
Adjustment
Skid Shoe Adjustment ...................................11
Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service
Troubleshooting Chart ...................................12
Initial Installation
Install Front Hitch...........................................13
Install Long Drive Shaft .................................14
Mount Cable Guide........................................15
Assemble Discharge Chute ...........................15
Electric Chute Rotator ...................................15
Attach Short Drive Shaft to
Drive Chain Box.............................................16
Secure Cables ...............................................16
Check Auger Gear Box Oil Levels .................16
Snowthrower Installation................................17
Snowthrower & Hitch Removal
Snowthrower & Hitch Removal ......................19
Mounting Remote Deflector Control
Instructions ....................................................20
Template ........................................................21
Hardware Torque Specifications
Chart..............................................................22
Safety Rules & Information
Training ............................................................2
Preparation ......................................................2
Operation.........................................................2
Children ...........................................................3
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute ..............3
Service, Maintenance and Storage .................3
Emissions ........................................................3
Decals..............................................................4
Required Accessories...................................5
Recommended Accessories.........................5
Clean-Out Warning and Procedure..............5
Operation
Controls ...........................................................7
Checks Before Starting....................................7
Operating on Slopes........................................7
Transporting.....................................................8
Engine & Ground Speed Selection..................8
Stopping & Starting .........................................8
Snow Removal Suggestions............................8
Daily Storage ...................................................8 .
Off Season Storage .........................................8
Maintenance
Schedule for Normal Care ...............................9
Lubricate Snowthrower....................................9
Lubricate Discharge Chute ............................10
Drive Shaft Lubrication ..................................10
Lubricate Auger Shaft....................................10
Check Auger Gearbox Oil Level ....................10
Lubricate Discharge Chute Drive Chain ........10
Inspect Scraper Bar.......................................11
Reversing Scraper Bar ..................................11
Shear Bolts ....................................................11
NOTE: In these instructions, “left” and “right” are referred to as seen from the operating position.
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This machine is capable to amputating hands and feet. 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. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
Safety Rules & Information
TP-600-4159-00-UV-SMAN
TRAINING
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manuals before operating this unit. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, partic­ularly small children and pets.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.
2. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting engine (motor).
3. Do not operate the equipment without wearing ade­quate winter outer garments. Avoid loose fitting cloth­ing that can get caught in moving parts. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery sur­faces.
4. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. (a) Use an approved fuel container. (b) Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine. (c) Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors. Replace fuel cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel. (d) Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place con­tainers on the ground, away from your vehicle, before filling. (e) When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dis­penser nozzle. (f) Keep nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times, until refueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. (g) Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel. (h) If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing imme­diately.
5. Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
6. Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running (except when specifically recommended by the manufacturer).
7. Let engine (motor) and machine adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear snow.
8. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eye from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine.
OPERATION
1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry Passengers.
3. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, disconnect the cord on electric motors, thoroughly inspect the snowthrower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snowthrower.
4. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
5. Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the collec­tor/impeller housing or discharge guide, and when making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
6. When leaving the machine unattended, disengage the power take-off (PTO), lower the attachment, set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the key.
7. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting make certain the collector/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Do not run the engine indoors except for starting the engine or for transporting the snowthrow­er in or out of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous.
8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.
9. Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards plates, or other safety protective devices in place and working.
10. Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where property damage can occur. Keep children and others away.
11. Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
12. Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when operating in reverse.
13. Disengage power to the collector/impeller when snowthrower is transported or not in use.
14. Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snowthrower (such as wheel weights, counterweights, or cabs).
15. Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run.
16. Never touch a hot engine or muffler.
17. Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclo­sures, automobiles, window wells, drop-offs, and the like without proper adjustment of the discharge angle.
18. Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the unit.
19. Never leave a running unit unattended. Always disen­gage the auger and traction controls, stop engine, and remove keys.
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Safety Rules
8. Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor­age preparations before storing the unit for both short and long term periods.
9. Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper start-up procedures when returning the unit to service.
10. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.
11. Keep nuts and bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition.
12. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly and make necessary repairs if they are not functioning properly.
13. Components are subject to wear, damage, and dete­rioration. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when nec­essary.
14. Check control operation frequently. Adjust and ser­vice as required.
15. Use only factory authorized replacement parts when making repairs.
16. Always comply with factory specifications on all set­tings and adjustments.
17. Only authorized service locations should be utilized for major service and repair requirements.
18. Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit unless you have been properly trained. Improper ser­vice procedures can result in hazardous operation, equipment damage and voiding of manufacturer’s warranty.
19. Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent inter­vals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
EMISSIONS
1. Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
2. If available, look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index information on the engine emis­sions label.
20. Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
21. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for acci­dents occurring to other people or property.
22. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of power equipment-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the unit safely enough to protect themselves and others from injury.
23. DO NOT wear long scarves or loose clothing that could become entangled in moving parts.
24. Snow can hide obstacles. Make sure to remove all obstacles from the area to be cleared.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the operating activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
1. Keep children out of the area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.
2. Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.
3. Never allow children to operate the unit.
4. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
CLEARING A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE
Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the dis­charge chute is the most common cause of injury associ­ated with snowthrowers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute. To clear the chute:
1. SHUT OFF THE ENGINE.
2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have stopped rotating.
3. Always use a clean out tool, not your hands.
SERVICE, MAINTENANCE, AND STORAGE
1. Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent inter­vals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
2. Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and spacer heaters, or clothes dry­ers. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
3. Always refer to the operator’s manual for important details if the snowthrower is to be stored for an extended period.
4. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.
5. Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the collector/impeller.
6. If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
7. Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling prac­tices when refueling the unit after transportation or storage.
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Safety Decals
SAFETY DECALS
This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro­vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing.
Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effec­tively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of this important information while you are operating your unit.
All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your unit should be carefully read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when these instructions are not followed. The information is for your safety and it is important! The safety decals below are on your unit.
If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them at once. See your local dealer for replacements.
These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant visual reminder to you, and others who may use the equipment, to follow the safety instructions necessary for safe, effective operation.
DANGER
AVOID INJURY FROM ROTATING AUGER!
Keep hands, feet, and clothing away.
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TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• Refer to Operator's Manual for Safety and Operating Instructions.
• Keep all guards and shields in place.
• Stop engine, remove key, and be sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before servicing or unplugging.
• Do not use hands to unplug chute or auger.
• Always direct discharge so as to avoid injury to persons —or damage to property.
• Never allow anyone in front of the machine while it is operating.
1716531
WARNING
WHEN OPERATING WITH SNOWTHROWER, REAR WHEEL WEIGHTS ARE REQUIRED.
CAUTION
1716540
Part No. 1716532
Auger Danger Decal
Part No. 1722674
Discharge Chute Danger Decal
Part No. 1716531
Main Operation Warning Decal
Part No. 1716540
Wheel Weights Required Decal
Part No. 1709688
Auger Danger Decal
Part No. 1709689
Auger Danger Decal
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Safety Information
Required Accessories
It is required that tire chains and two rear wheel weights or Quick Tach Weights are used.
Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6% (10°).
Recommended Accessories
A rear-mounted weight box can also be added for additional traction. The maximum weight added to the tractor should not exceed 35 lbs. per wheel, plus 100 additional pounds in the rear weight box.
For operation on slopes greater than 15% (8.5°), Quick Tach Weights, tire chains, and wheel weights are recom­mended. Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6% (10°).
Required Accessories
A Lift Lever Kit is required for some of the models covered by this manual, and must be installed as part of hitch installation.
TRACTOR CONTROLS
Before you begin operating the tractor and attachment, make certain you have:
• Read and understood the instructions in the
tractor Operator’s Manual.
• Become thoroughly familiar with all of the trac-
tor controls and their operation, including how to safely and properly start and stop the unit.
• Practice driving in an open area, without the
attachment, to become accustomed to the unit.
DANGER
Do not clean out discharge chute with hands. Contact with moving parts inside chute will cause serious injury. Use a clean out tool. Use the following procedure to remove objects or clear the chute:
1. Stop the engine. Remove the key
2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the auger/impeller blades have stopped rotating.
3. Always use a clean-out tool. DO NOT use your hands.
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