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FEATURES
AND
ENGINE IGNITION
KEYSWITCH
CONTROLS
AUGER DRIVE
CONTROL LEVER
SHIFT HANDLE
IMPELLER
(INSIDE HOUSING)
SKID SHOE
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AUGER
WHEEL DRIVE
CONTROL LEVER
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DISCHARGE CHUTE
CONTROL CRANK
DEFLECTOR CHUTE
CAP
DEFLECTOR CHUTE
CHUTE GUARD
ADJUSTABLE SCRAPER
BLADE
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TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
SECTION1:Safety
Training 4
Preparation 4
Operation 5
Maintenance and Storage 6
Decals 6
SECTION
SECTION
Snowthrower Controls
Auger
Wheel Drive Control Lever
Discharge Chute Control Crank
Discharge Chute Deflector Cap
Shift Handle
Skid Shoes
Scraper Blade
Engine Controls
Engine Ignition Keyswitch
Engine Control Lever 13
Engine Choke Knob 13
Pre-Starting Primer Button 13
Engine Recoil Starter 13
Fuel Shutoff Valve 13
120V Electric Starter (Optional) 13
2:
Easy
3:
Snowthrower
Engine
Drive Control Lever
Assembly
Controls
and
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11
11
11
11
11
11
11
12
12
12
12
Page
4
SECTION4:Operation
Pre-Start Checklist
Starting
Stopping
Moving the SnowthrowerinReverse . .
Changing Speeds 17
Snowthrowing Tips 17
14
14
14
16
16
7
SECTION5:Engine
and
Snowthrower
Maintenance
Engine Maintenance
Checking Engine Oil Level and
Adding Oil to Engine
Changing the Engine Oil
Engine Ignition System 20
Spark Plug 20
Carburetor Adjustment
Snowthrower Maintenance 20
Lubrication 20
Wheel Drive Cable Adjustment
Wheel Drive Belt Removal and
Installation
Auger Drive Cable Adjustment 22
Auger Drive Belt Removal and
Installation
Maintenance Schedule 24
Troubleshooting 25
Specifications Inside Back Cover
19
19
19
19
20
21
21
23
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Dear TROY-SILT
Snowthrower™
Owner:
Congratulations!
To
help you safely and efficiently assemble, operate, and service your snowthrower, we've
You
now own one of the finest snowthrowers available today.
prepared this Owner/Operator Manual for you. This Manual gives you important information you
need to safely operate and service your snowthrower.
2:
Sefore assembling your new snowthrower, please read "Section
you
way through. These assembly instructions will tell
how to assemble your new snowthrower
Easy Assembly" all the
with a minimum of tools, time, and fuss.
1:
Sefore starting or operating the snowthrower, read "Section
4:
Thrower and Engine Controls", and "Section
Operation". Make sure that
Safety", "Section3:Snow
you
know how to
safely operate the snowthrower. If you lend the snowthrower to another person, be sure he or
she reads, understands, and follows the safety and operating instructions given
Of course, if you should have any questions about your snowthrower,
we
in
this Manual.
are never farther
away than your telephone. Our telephone numbers and business hours are on Page 3 and on
the back cover of this Manual.
If you should ever need replacement parts for your snowthrower, you can either stop by your
local dealer or order the part directly from
Please remember,
we
are here to help you.
us.
TROY-SILT Manufacturing Company
This TROY-BILT Snowthrower™ has passed
the safety standards of the Outdoor Power
Equipment Institute and an individual testing
laboratory.
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FOR SERVICE OR PARTS
For service questions, operating questions, or
replacement parts, you can either contact us at the
factory or see your local servicing dealer. Our factory
ADDRESS
In the U.S.A.
TROY-BILT MFG.
102nd St.
Troy,
In Canada
GARDEN
1515
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2P5 From western Canada
When you contact the factory or local servicing
dealer for parts or service information, please provide
the following information:
Snowthrower Serial Number:
(See Figure at right) _
&9th
NY
12180
WAY
Matheson Blvd., Unit
CO.
Ave.
CANADA, INC.
B11
HOURS
M-F 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sat. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local
addresses, hours, and telephone numbers are listed
below for your convenience.
TELEPHONE
(Toll-free) 1-800-833-6990
(416
area code): 624-8423
From Ontario &Quebec: (Toll-free) 1-800-387-3351
(Toll-free) 1-800-387-3316
NUMBERS
&the Maritime Provinces:
Snowthrower Model
Number: _
Date of Delivery: _
Engine Manufacturer: _
Engine
Serial Number·: _
•For the location of the engine model!serial number,
Modell
please refer to the engine owner's manual which
in
was included
the literature package.
IMPORTANT
All references to left, right, front, and rearinthis Manual
are determined from the operator's position - standing
behind the handlebars and facing the direction of for-
ward travel.
!
SERIAL NUMBER AND
MODEL NUMBER DECAL
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SECTION
1:
SAFETY
IMPORTANT
Safe Practices for Walk-Behind Snowthrowers.
Thisisa safety alert symbol. It
used in
thrower
tial hazards. Whenever you see
this
Manual andonsnow-
decalstoalert youtopoten-
TRAINING
1.
Very carefully read this Owner/Operator Manual
and any other literature you receive. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper
use of the equipment. Know how to stop the
snowthrower and disengage its controls quickly.
2. Never allow children
Never allow uninstructed or irresponsible adults
to
operate the snowthrower.
3.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
to
operate the snowthrower.
PREPARATION
1.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow-
be
thrower will
sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.
2. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral
before starting the engine.
3.
Do
not operate the snowthrower without wearing
adequate winter outer garments. Wear footwear
that will improve footing
4.
Handle gasoline with care; itishighly flammable
and its vapors are explosive.
5.
Adjust the collector housing heighttoclear gravel
or crushed rock surfaces.
6.
Never attempttomake any adjustments while
the snowthrower is running (unless otherwise
specified
7.
Let the engine and snowthrower adjusttooutdoor temperatures before starting to clear
8.
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation or while performing
repair to protect your eyes from objects that may
be thrown from the machine.
9.
Check the engine oil level before starting the
engine.
10.
Check the gas levelinthe gas tank before starting the engine. Don't fill the gas tank when the
used. Remove all doormats,
on
slippery surfaces.
in
this Manual).
an
adjustment or
snow.
is
this
11.
12. Before starting the engine, check the auger and
13.
14.
15.
16.
symbol, read and obey
that
message
the
safety message
personal
snowthrowerisindoors or when the engine is
running or hot. Allow the engine
eral minutes before filling the gas tank. Use
approved fuel container. Use a funnel or spout to
prevent spillage. After filling, securely reinstall
the gas tank and fuel container caps. Wipe up
any spilled gasoline before starting the engine.
Do
not fill the gas tank all the way up to the top
of the filler neck. Fill the tank up only to within
112-inch
discharge chute to make sure that they are free
of
Do
or safety devices
defeat the purpose of these safety devices.
Before starting the engine, check the snowthrower for loose or missing fasteners (nuts, screws,
bolts).
Keep
from the gas tank and fuel container.
For electric starting snowthrowers:
A. Use a 3-pronged properly rated and approved
electrical cord. Make sure that you plug this
electrical cord into a properly grounded
3-pronged outlet.
B.
make sure that it is not damaged.
C.
trical cord, stand
in
your hands (or gloves) are not wet.
the electric starter if it is raining.
D.
connect the cord to the electric starting switchbox
(on top of the engine). Then connect the electrical cord
This will help prevent any sparks from occurring
near the engine.
of the bottom of the filler neck.
ice.
not operate the snowthrower without guards
smoking materials, sparks, and flame away
Before
When connecting or disconnecting the elec-
puddles oronwet ground. Make sure that
When connecting the electrical cord, first
use,
to
a properly grounded
follows it. Failuretoobey
injuryorproperty
in
place.Donot attempt to
inspect the electrical cord to
on
dry ground - do not stand
the
could
safety
result
damage.
to
cool for sev-
Do
120V
in
an
&
not use
wall outlet.
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To
prevent a shock hazard, use the electric
starting system only with
for outdoor
a sufficient gauge.
F.
Do
the snowthrower by the cord. Never yank the
cord to disconnect it from the outlet. Keep the
cord away from oil, sharp edges, and excessive
heat.
use.Besure this electrical cordisof
not abuse the electrical cord. Never pull
an
electrical cord rated
OPERATION
1.
Before each use, check the operation of the
snowthrower's controls. Do not operate the
snowthrower unless all controls are functioning
properly.
Do
2.
3.
4.
6.
8.
9.
10.
not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the intake and discharge
openings at all times.
Exercise extreme caution when operating or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert
for hidden hazards or traffic.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug, and thoroughly inspect the snowthrower for
any damage. Repair any damage before restarting and operating the snowthrower.
5.
If the snowthrower should start to vibrate abnor-
mally, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug
wire and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug
wire whenever
before unclogging the auger/impeller housing or
discharge chute, and when making any repairs,
adjustments, or inspections.
7.
When clearing, repairing, or inspecting, make
sure that the auger/impeller and all other moving parts have stopped. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it away from
the spark plug to prevent accidental starting.
Do
not run the engine indoors, except when
starting the engine and transporting the snowthrower into or out of the building. Open the
buillding's outside doors - exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a deadly poison that
odorless and colorless.
Do
not clear snow across the face of slopes.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
slopes.
Never operate the snowthrower without proper
guards, plates, or other safety protective devices
in
place.
you
leave the operating position,
Do
not attempt to clean steep
SAFETY
11.
Never operate the snowthrower near buildings,
glass enclosures, automobiles, window wells,
drop-offs, etc. without proper adjustment of the
snow discharge angle and direction. Keep children and pets
12.
Do
not overload the snowthrower capacity by
attempting to clear snow at too fast a
13.
Never operate the machineathigh transport
speeds
use care when backing.
14. Never direct discharge
allow anyone
15.
Disengage power to the auger when the snowthrower
16.
Use only attachments and accessories that are
recommended by Troy-Bilt Manufacturing
Company.
17.
Never operate the snowthrower without good
visibility or light. Always
and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk never run.
18.
If the auger /impeller or discharge chute should
clog with snow,
remove the
connect the spark plug wire. Then use a long
stick (at least 3-feet long) to clear the blockage.
19.
Do
not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
20. Stop both the wheel drive and the auger drive if
you are approached by any child, inattentive
adult, or pet.
21.
Do
not touch engine parts which maybehot
from operation. Allow the engine to cool before
inspecting, cleaning, or repairing it.
22. If you have to pull the snowthrower rearward,
release both handlebar levers. Always check
behind you for hazards.
23.
Do
not operate the snowthrower while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
24. Never attempt to carry children
thrower. They could fall off and
injured or they could interfere with the safe operation of the snowthrower.
is
25. Use extra care when using the snowthrower near
blind corners, shrubs, trees, and any other objects
that may obscure vision.
26. Keep children out of the area of operation. Keep
children under the watchful eye of
than the person operating the snowthrower.
Never assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
away.
rate.
on
slippery surfaces. Look behind and
at
bystanders. Never
in
front of the snowthrower.
is
transported or notinuse.
be
sure of your footing
NEVER use your hands or feet to
snow.
Shut the engine off and dis-
on
the snow-
be
seriously
an
adult other
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SAFETY
27.
Do
not use the snowthrower near drop-ofts, ditches,
or embankments. If the snowthrower's wheel
should go over the edge, or if the edge would cave
in, the snowthrower could suddenly overturn.
Do
28.
29. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
2. Check shear bolts and other fasteners
3.
4.
5.
not wear loose clothing suchasscarves that
could get caught
snowthrower.
especially when operating
1.
Never perform any maintenance while the
engine
connected to the spark plug, except when specif-
ically instructed to do
quent intervals for proper tightness to
the snowthrower
Never store the snowthrower with gasinits gas
tank inside a building where ignition sources
(such as hot water heaters, space heaters,
clothes dryers, etc.) are present. Allow the
engine to cool before storing the snowthrower
any enclosure.
Refer to "Storage"inthis Manual andtothe
Engine Owner's Manual for important details if
the snowthrower
period.
Maintain or replace safety and instructional
labels as necessary. (See the Snowthrower Parts
Catalog for location of labels.)
is
running or when the spark plug wire
in
the rotating parts of the
in
(R)
Reverse.
sointhis Manual.
at
be
isinsafe working condition.
istobe
stored foranextended
fresure
6.
Run
the snowthrower a few minutes after you've
finished throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of
on
the auger. Brush off snow build-up
snowthrower.
7.
Remember, the end of the winterisa good time
to inspect your snowthrower and order any
replacement parts.
8.
Use only genuine Troy-Bilt replacement parts.
Replacement parts manufactured by others
could present safety hazards even though they
on
may fit
9.
Store gasolineina cool, well-ventilated area,
is
safely away from any sparks or flame producing
equipment. Store gasoline
tainer, safely out of the reach of children.
10.
Touch up scratches, unpainted or rusted areas
with paint.
this snowthrower.
inanapproved con-
the
DECALS
For
your personal safety and the safety of others, a
number of safety message decals have been affixed
in
to your snowthrower. Keep them clean and legible
all times. Contact your local servicing dealer or the
factory for replacements if any of these decals
missing or becomes illegible.
Refer to the separate Snowthrower Parts Catalog
for decal locations, part numbers, and ordering
instructions.
at
is
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SECTION
2: EASY ASSEMBLY
To
assemble your snowthrower, you'll need:
1.
One quart of clean, high quality engine oil. (Refer
to "Specifications" on the inside back cover for
the recommended types and viscosities.)
2.
Two
7/16-inch wrenches:
3.
Two
'l2-inch wrenches (one of these should
an
open-end wrench):
4.
One 3/8-inch wrench.
5.
A small amount of multipurpose automotive
grease.
6.
One 5/16-inch wrench.*
7.
One automotive-type tire pressure gauge.
8.
One 9/16-inch wrench.*
9.
A clean funnel.
10.
A hammer and block of wood to tap the roll pin
into the plastic universal joint.
*You
can substitute adjustable wrench(es).
be
Before you
all
the
with
the
tools
Compare the parts you received
carton with the list below
everything. If
tact your local servicing dealer or call the factory for
replacements.
Your
1.
2.
3.
4.
begin
assembly, read
way
throughtofamiliarize yourself
assembly steps. Then
you'll
need.
to
you
are missing any parts, please con-
shipping carton should contain:
The snowthrowerlenginelauger assembly.
The handlebar assembly.
The discharge chute assembly.
The hardware package, which consists
A. One roll pin.
B.
Two
#10-24 x
C.
Two
#10
D.
Two
#10-24 locknuts.
E.
Two
ignition
F.
One tie strap.
G.
Two
cable brackets.
H.
Six locknuts, 5/16-18.
I.
Two
spacers.
J.
Two
extra
K.
Four
5/16-18x3/4
7/8
hex screws.
flat washers.
keys.
5/16-18
shear bolts (for auger).
this
gather
in
make sure
hex
flange screws.
Section
the
the shipping
you
received
of:
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EASY
ASSEMBLY
)
B~
Figure
2-1
Step1:Attach
1.
Remove the four loosely installed 5/16-18 x
flange screws from holes
2. Place the lower ends of the handlebar assembly
on the outside of the upper rear corner of the
as
frame
two holes
handlebars with the two holes
the frame.
3.
Loosely install a 5/16-18 x
into each of these holes.
4.
Repeat the previous two steps for the right side of
the lower handlebars.
5.
Evenly tighten all four screws.
6.
Use the two 7/16-inch wrenchestocheck the four
handlebar control panel mounting screws (Figure
2-1,
showninFigure
in
Item
CC)
the
Handlebars.
7/8
A.
2-1
(Item
A).
Align the
the left side of the lower end of the
in
the left side of
3/4
hex
flange screw
for tightness.
Step2:Connect
the
Ignition
Ground
Wires
1.
Run the black ignition ground wire down the left-
in
hand handlebar tube as shown
2-2 (Item
2. Plug the connectoratthe lower end of the black
ignition ground wire into the terminal beneath the
Engine Control
3.
Attach the black ground wire
to
the lower left handlebar
with the two tie straps. See
Figure
B).
2-1
and 2-2 (Item
Lever.
See Figure
C).
Figure
2-1
N
2-1
(Item
Figure 2-2
and
B).
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EASY
ASSEMBLY
Step
3:
Attach
the
Deflector
Chute
Assembly.
1.
Use a
3/8-inch
wrench and a
5/16-inch
remove two of the
three sets of shims
and clips (Figure
2-3, Items D
from the lower, rear
part of the deflector
chute assembly.
Don't remove the
shim and clip that is
in front of the chute
opening.
2.
Apply
the surface of the deflector chute flange (Figure
2-3, Item
3.
Place the deflector chute onto the flange as
shown in Figure 2-3.
4. Reinstall the two sets of shims and clips you
previously removed. Make sure that the shims
(Figure 2-3, Item
flange (Figure 2-3, Item
5. Connect the chute crank (Figure
plastic universal joint (Figure
the
roll pin into the universal joint and chute crank.
6.
Move the discharge chute deflector cap (Fig. 2-3)
upward.
7.
Rotate the chute control crank at the handlebar
console to make sure that the deflector chute
turns without binding. If the deflector chute binds,
readjust bracket (Figure
A.
B. Adjust bracket (Figure
inward or outward as necessary.
C.
D. Repeat Step
Step
wrench to
&
E)
multipurpose automotive grease all around
F).
D)
are above the deflector chute
F).
2-1,
Item G) to the
2-1,
ItemH)by using
hammer
Loosen screw (Figure
Retighten screw (Figure
4:
and block of wood to gently tap the
2-1,
Item J) as follows:
2-1,
Item
2-1,
Item J) by moving it
2-1,
Item
7.
Attach
Cables
to
Control
K).
K).
Levers.
1.
Place one of the hex screws (Figure
through the hole in the right-hand handlebar lever.
Hold the screw in place and put a spacer (Figure
2-1,
Item M) over the threaded end of the hex
screw. Run the auger drive cable from the righthand side of the snowthrower, upward beneath
the handlebar control panel, and place the upper
end of the cable over the spacer.
2. Place a flat washer and nut onto the threaded end
of the hex screw. Use a 5/16-inch and a
wrench to securely tighten the nut and hex screw.
3.
Repeat Steps
bar lever and wheel drive cable.
4-1
and 4-2 for the left-hand handle-
2-1,
Item
L)
3/8-inch
4. Attach the cable brackets to the lower inner side
of the handlebar tubes as follows:
A.
Remove a
bottom of the handlebar and insert it into one of
the cable brackets (Figure 2-2, Item AA).
B. Place the legs of the bracket and screw on the
lower inside of the handlebar tube. See Figure
2-2. Use a
screw. Make sure that the bracket is positioned as
shown in Figure 2-2 - with the horizontal leg of
the bracket above the screw head.
C.
Repeat Steps 4-A and 4-B for the remaining
bracket and screw.
5. Secure the adjustment section (Figure 2-2, Item
of the cable to the cable bracket as follows:
A. Pull downward on the cable and insert the
adjustment section
cable bracket. The horizontal leg of the cable
bracket should fit between the two nuts that are
on the threaded portion of the cable's adjustment
section.
B. Loosely tighten the adjustment section's two
nuts to prevent the cable from pulling free of the
adjustment section. You'll tighten these nuts later,
after you've checked the cable tension.
C.
Repeat Steps 5-A and 5-B for the remaining
cable bracket and cable.
6. Check the tautness of the cables. The cables
should just barely be taut when the handlebar
levers are not engaged. If the cables have to be
adjusted, proceed as follows.
A.
Unscrew the upper nut on the adjustment section several turns.
B. If the cable tension is too loose, screw the
lower adjustment section nut counterclockwise (as
viewed from above) until the cable is taut.
If the cable is too taut, screw the lower adjustment section nut clockwise (as viewed from
above) until the cable is just taut.
C.
Use a
lower nut in place. Screw the upper nut clockwise
until it touches the cable bracket. Use another
112-inch
adjustment section's upper nut tight against the
cable bracket.
D.
sure that the tightening procedure did not upset
the cable's adjustment.
open end wrench to securely tighten the
Again check the tension of the cable to make
114-20
3/8-inch
112-inch
x
3/
screw from the inside
4
wrench to securely tighten the
of
the cable into the slot in the
open-end wrench to hold the
N)
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EASY ASSEMBLY
Step5:Check
1.
Use an automotive-type tire pressure gauge
check the air pressureinthe tires.
2. Make sure that both tires are evenly inflated - or
else the snowthrower could pull
correct tire pressure is
Square Inch).
Step6:Add Oil
1.
Unscrew the dipstick/oil filler cap (Figure
Item
0).
2. Insert a clean funnel into the oil filler tube.
3.
Slowly pourengineoil into the oil fill tube. The engine
should hold approximately
pouring, pause frequently
reinstalling the dipstick (firmly screw
and then removing
with oil - stop adding oil when it reaches the
mark on the dipstick.
the
Tires' Air Pressure.
to
one side. The
15
to20PSI
to
the
Engine.
21
to
check the oil level by
it.
Don't over-fill the engine
(Pounds per
ounces of oil. While
to
2-1,
itinplace),
"F"
Step7:Check
the
'n'ansmission
Gear
Oil Level.
Althoughwefilled your snowthrower's transmission
with the correct
be
suretodouble-check the gear oil's level. Please
refer to "Lubrication" on Page 20 of this Manual for
instructions.
Step8:Attach
Use four
to
nuts
snowthrower's auger housing. Use bolt holes (Figure
2-1,
Please read "Section
and "Section
snowthrower's engine.
secure the drift slicers to the outside of the
Item SS) when attaching the drift slicers.
You've now finished assembling your snowthrower.
SAE
90 weight gear oil at the factory,
the
drift
snowthrower's
5/16-18
x
3/4
flange screws and lock
1:
Safety", "Section3:Controls",
4:
Operation" before you start the
slicerstothe
auger
housing.
Note: Store the two extra shear bolts and nuts
easily remembered location. Ifanauger shaft bolt
should break, simply replace it with one of these bolts.
in
an
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SECTION
3: SNOW THROWER
AND
ENGINE
This Section describes the location and function of
the various controls
ating the snowthrower.
operating instructions, please refer to "Section
Operation".
SNOW
THROWER
you
will need to use when oper-
For
complete step-by-step
CONTROLS
A
c
Figure
3-1
CONTROLS
trol crank to move the discharge chute from full left to
full right.
When throwing snow, turn the discharge chute so
4:
that it throws the snow downwind (as long
wind
isina safe direction).
When
you
remember to move the discharge chute
snow
is
always being discharged downwind.
as
down-
begin a turn (while throwing snow),
so
that the
Auger
Drive
Control
Lever
(Figure 3-1, Item A)
This leverislocatedonthe top of the right-hand
handlebar tube
engage and disengage drive to the auger.
Moving this lever down and holding it against the
handlebar will make the auger rotate.
simply release the
Wheel
Drive
in
front of the grip. Itisused to
To
stop the auger,
lever.
Control
Lever
(Figure 3-1, Item B)
This leverislocated on the top of the left-hand
handlebar tube
engage or disengage drive to the wheels.
Moving this lever down and holding it against the
handlebar will make the wheels turn [when the shift
handle is not
turning, simply release the
Discharge
(Figure 3-1, Item
The discharge chute control crankislocatedonthe
left-hand side of the rear lip of the handlebar control
panel.
Turning the discharge chute control crank clockwise will turn the discharge chute to the right. Turning
the discharge chute control crank counterclockwise
will turn the discharge chute
approximately
in
front of the grip. Itisused to
in
(N)
Neutral].Tostop the wheels from
lever.
Chute
Control
Crank
C)
to
the left. It will take
8'/2 turns of the discharge chute con-
Discharge
Chute
Deflector
Cap
(Figure 3-2, Item D)
This controlisused to direct the vertical angle of
snow discharge. This angle
on
lever
ing the deflector cap up or down
then releasing the
(especially
Shift
of the rear of the chassis. It
three forward speeds
Low],
position, the wheels are free to turn and you can easily push the snowthrower. However,
the side of the deflector cap outward, mov-
lever.
Usually keep the angle of snow discharge low
in
windy conditions).
Handle
The shift handleislocatedonthe right-hand side
(N)
Neutral, or
(Figure 3-3,
(R)
is
adjusted by moving the
is
used to select one of
[(3)
High,
(2)
Reverse.Inthe
as
required, and
Item
DO)
Medium, or
(N)
you
can push the
(1)
Neutral
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SNOW THROWER
AND
ENGINE CONTROLS
snowthrower when the shift handle isinany of the
forward or reverse gears. It will take increased effort
because you are also turning the wheel drive system
by way of the wheels.
is
When the top of the shift handle
way to the right, the snowthrower will
Reverse. When the top of the shift handleismoved
all the way to the left, the snowthrower will
High speed. Thereisa detent(astop) for each of the
(R)
(1)
lever.
Low or
Reverse and
Allow all forward (or reverse)
lever.
(2)
Medium speed.
speeds between
you
slowly move the shift handle sideways, you can
feel these detents.
These speeds refer only to the wheel speed, not
the auger speed.
To
use the shift handle, release the wheel drive
handlebar control
motion of the snowthrower to stop. Move the shift
handle into the desired speed and re-engage the
wheel drive handlebar control
When familiarizing yourself with the various
speeds, or when moving the snowthrower near
obstacles, use
Augeris shown upside-down
SCRAPER
BLADE
--r-r--_...,
moved all the
bein(R)
(3)
High speed.
SKID
SHOES
bein(3)
As
To
adjust the skid shoes:
1.
Move the snowthrower to a level area.
2. Shut the snowthrower's engine off. Disconnect
the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching
the spark plug
3.
Use a 9/16-inch wrench to loosen the two bolts
that secure the skid shoe to the side of the
auger housing.
4.
Move the skid shoe up or down as necessary to
obtain the desired gap between the scraper
blade and the ground.
5.
Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for the other skid shoe.
Be
sure to adjust this skid shoe the same
amount or else you'll get a sloping cut when
you throw
Scraper
The scraper bladeislocatedatthe lower rear of
the auger housing. It
ing by 5 bolts and nuts. The scraper blade is adjustable for height and
worn out or damaged).
Since the scraper blade will contact the ground, it
will gradually wear and will
the beginning and end of each season, check the
scraper blade for excessive wear and damage.
You
can adjust the scraper blade by loosening the
5 nuts that attach it to the auger housing. The nuts
are located
housing. When all the nuts are loose, move the
scraper blade up or down as necessary. Hold the
scraper blade
snow.
Blade
in
the lower inner surface of the auger
(Figure 3-4)
is
attached to the auger hous-
is
replaceable (in case it becomes
be
subject to damage.
in
this position and re-tighten the nuts.
At
Figure 3-4
Skid
the auger housing. These skid shoes are used to
raise or lower the height of the auger housing.
throwing snow off smooth surfaces
cleaner path. If you're throwing snow from clear, level
ground, adjust the skid shoes so that the scraper
blade clears the ground by approximately 1/8-inch.
those covered by gravel), the skid shoes allow
raise the auger housing so that the scraper blade
clears the gravel and doesn't pick it up and throw it. If
you're throwing snow from a gravel covered area,
adjust the skid shoes
gravel.
12
Shoes
A skid shoeislocatedatthe bottom of each side of
This allows
When throwing snow from rough surfaces (such
(Figure 3-4)
you
to lower the auger housing when
so
you
so
that the scraper is above the
can get a
you
as
to
ENGINE CONTROLS
Engine
(Figure
The keyswitchislocatedinthe center of the lip
the rear of the handlebar control panel.
There are two positions of this keyswitch: RUN and
STOP.
Turning the
start the engine with the recoil starter or optional
electric starting
shut the engine off.
Always remove the engine ignition
cleaning, or performing any maintenance on the
snowthrower.
Ignition
3-1,
Item
key
motor.
Keyswitch
E)
to the RUN position allows you to
Turning the key to
STOP
key
when storing,
on
will
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SNOW
THROWER
AND
ENGINE
CONTROLS
G
Figure 3-5
Engine
This leverislocatedonthe rear of the left-hand
side of the engine.
It
speed. This lever also will effect the speed of the
wheels and auger when those handlebar control
levers are engaged.
Moving the engine control lever upward increases
engine speed. Moving the
engine speed.
Engine
The engine choke knobislocatedonthe left rear
side of the engine on the carburetor's heat box. The
choke knob
when starting. This makes starting easier when the
engine is cold.
Before starting a cold engine, rotate the choke
knob clockwise to its FULL CHOKE position. After
the engine starts, gradually rotate the choke knob
counterclockwise to its CHOKE OFF position.
If the engine is still warm from a previous run,
may not have to move the choke knob all the way to
its FULL CHOKE position.
move the choke knob to a partial choke postion
between CHOKE OFF and FULL CHOKE positions.
Or you may not have
from its CHOKE OFF position.
Pre-Starting
Control
is
used to increase or decrease the engine
Choke
F
Lever
Knob
is
used to enrich the gasoline mixture
to
Primer
(Figure 3-5, Item
levE:r
downward decreases
(Figure 3-5, Item
You
may only have to
move the choke knob away
Button
G)
you
(Figure 3-5, Item H)
The pre-starting primer buttonislocatedonthe
upper left-hand side of the rear of the engine.
Pressing this button pumps small amounts of gasoline into the engine to improve cold weather starting.
Make sure that your finger covers the small hole
the center of the button when
you
press it.
in
F)
Engine
The recoil starterislocatedonthe rear of the
engine. It
To
black plastic handle until you feel some resistance
from engine compression. Look behind
sure there are
pull the handle. Allow the rope to slowly
back into the recoil starter mechanism. Repeat as
necessary until the engine starts.
Figure 3-6
Fuel
The fuel shutoff valveislocated beneath the gas
tank. It
tank and the carburetor. Turning the fuel shutoff valve
clockwise will shut off the fuel flow to the carburetor.
Turning the fuel shutoff valve counterclockwise will
allow fuel to flow between the gas tank and the
carburetor.
After shutting the engine off, turn the fuel shutoff
valve off. Before starting, make sure that
fuel shutoff valve on, or else the engine will stop and
you
shutoff valve back on.
120V
The
of the engine.
To
nected to a
made,
the electric starter switch) to start the engine.
as the engine starts, release the starter button.
The electric starter is thermally protected. If overheated, it will automatically stop. Allow the starter to
cool before attempting to use the electric starter.
Be
come with the electric start kit.
Recoil
is
used to "pull-start" the engine.
use the recoil starter, slowly pull the recoil starter's
Shutoff
is
locatedinthe fuel line between the gas
will not be able to re-start it until
Electric
120V
electric starter switchismountedontop
function, the electric starter must first be con-
120V
you
simply push the starter button (on top of
sure to review the operating instructions that
Starter
no
obstaclesinthe
Valve
Starter
wall outlet. After this connection
(Figure 3-5, Item I)
you
way,
and then rapidly
be
(Figure 3-6)
you
you
turn the fuel
(Optional)
to make
pulled
turn the
As
soon
is
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SECTION 4: OPERATION
Pre-start
1.
Review"
Controls'
2. Check the snowthrower for any loose or missing
hardware.
3.
Check the engine oil level.
4.
Check the level of the gasinthe gas tank.
5.
Check the skid shoe (Figure
ment. See
6.
Check the scraper blade (Figure
wear and adjustment.
7.
Check the discharge chute crank (Figure
ItemC)for freedom of movement. Then adjust
the discharge chute and deflector cap (Figure
4-2, Item
discharge.
8.
Make sure that the chute guard (Figure 4-2, Item
D)isinstalled.
9.
Check the handlebar control levers (Figure
Items A &B)for freedom of movement.
10.
Check the tire pressure. Make sure both tires are
inflated equally. Correct tire pressure
PSI.
HINT:
To
of the deflector, discharge chute, and auger-impeller
housing, spray these areas with a silicone spray.
Checklist:
Section1:Safety"
'.
"Skid
Shoes"inSection
C)
to the desired direction and angle of
help prevent snow from sticking to the inside
and"
Section
4-1,
ItemA)adjust-
4-1,
3:
3.
ItemB)for
3-1,
3-1,
is15to 20
(Snowthrower viewed upside down)
Figure
4-1
Figure 4-2
Starting
1.
Fill the snowthrower's gas tankasfollows:
A,DANGER
• Never fill gas tank when engine is running or
still hot from operation. Allow engine and muffler to cool at least 2 minutes before refueling.
• Do not allow open flames, sparks, matches, or
smoking
in
• Fill fuel tank outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
• Wipe up any spills and move the snowthrower
away from gasoline fumes before starting the
engine.
• Use only an approved gasoline container.
Store it safely out of the reach of children.
14
Gasoline is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive.
the area.
in
• Store gasoline
a well-ventilated area. Do
not store where vapors may reach an open
flame or spark, or where ignition sources
(such as a hot water heater or space heater,
furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves, electric
motors, etc.) are present.
• Never refuel the gas tank when the electrical
is
cord
connected to the snowthrower (on
electric start models).
Failure to follow these instructions could
in
result
personal injury or property damage.
Page 17
A. Unscrew the gas tank cap from the
engine's gas tank.
B.
Insert a clean funnel into the gas tank (or
use a fuel container that has a flexible pour
spout).
C.
Pour the gas into the tank. Don't fill the
tank all the
of air space between the top of the fuel and
the bottom of the gas tank's filler neck.
D.
Wipeupany spilled gas. Securely reinstall
the gas tank cap.
2. Move the shift handle (Figure
Neutral position
3.
Turn
the engine ignition
to
its RUN position.
4.
Move the choke knob (Figure
FULL CHOKE position if the engine
to a partial choke position if the engine
from a previous run.
5.
Push the pre-starting primer button (Figure
ItemH)two or three times. Omit this step if
using the
still warm from a previous run, push the pre-start
primer button one time only. If the temperature
below
15°F,
starting primer button more than three times.
6.
Move the engine control levertoits
position.
7.
Make sure that both handlebar levers (Auger
Drive and Wheel Drive) are released.
WARNING
carbon
deadly
indoorsorin a
Failure to follow
result in personal injury.
8.Tostart the engine with the recoil starter:
A. Grasp the black plastic handle of the recoil
starter rope (Figure
to make sure there are no obstacles
Place your other handonthe right-hand handle-
bar to stabilize the snowthrower when you pull
the recoil starter rope.
B.
Pull the recoil starter rope handle out slowly
until you feel some resistance from engine
compression.
C.
Then pull the handle rapidly. Allow the starter rope
until the engine starts.
way.
Leave approximately
3-3,
ItemD)to
(N).
key
(Figure
120V
electric starter. Ifthe engine
you may havetopush the pre-
Engine
monoxide, an
poison.
3-5,
to
rewind slowly. Repeatasnecessary
exhaust contains
odorless
Do
not run
poorly
ventilated area.
this
instruction could
Item
I).
3-1,
3-4,
ItemG)to
is
cold - or
FAST
and
the
engine
Look behind you
in
the
is
1f4-inch
its
Item
E)
its
warm
3-4,
you
is
way.
are
OPERATION
D.
Gradually move the choke knobtoits NO
to
warm
CHOKE position and allow the engine
9.Tostart the engine with the (optional)
electric starter:
WARNING
from electrical shocks:
• Do not use
the
rain.
in
• Do not stand in
ground
when
connecting
A. Plug the electrical cord into the switchbox
top of the engine.
B.
Plug the other end of the electrical cord into
a properly grounded
C.
Push the starter buttonontop of the switch-
box.
As
soonasthe engine starts, release the
button.
D.
Gradually move the choke knob to its
is
CHOKE position and allow the enginetowarm
E.
After the engineiswarmed
electrical cord from the
unplug the electrical cord from the switchbox
top of the engine.
10.
Check operation of the Auger Drive Lever as
follows:
A. Quickly squeeze and release the Auger Drive
Lever.
B.
The auger should begin spinning when
squeeze the
you release the
WARNING
you
squeeze
if
the
auger
release
use
the
thrower's
spark
plug
touching
repair
See
"Auger
Failure to follow
result in personal injuryorproperty
damage.
11.
Check the operation of the Wheel Drive Lever
follows:
To
prevent personal injury
the
when
using
120V
lever.
It should stop spinning when
lever.
If
the
the
continues
the
Auger
snowthrower.
engine
wire
and
the
spark
the
auger
Drive
120V electric starter
puddlesoron
the
electric starter
the
electrical cord.
wall outlet.
120V
wall outlet. Then
auger
Auger
off,
drive
this
Drive Lever,
to spin after you
Drive Lever,donot
Shut
disconnect
prevent it from
plug. Adjust
mechanism.
Cable
instruction
120V
up,
unplug the
spins
before
the
snow-
or
Adjustment'
could
up.
damp
or
on
NO
up.
on
you
or
the
'.
as
15
Page 18
OPERATION
A. Move the shift handletoits
B.
Quickly squeeze and release the Wheel
Drive
Lever.
C.
The wheels should begin turning when
squeeze the
when you release the
WARNING If
you
if
release
use
thrower's
spark
touching
repair
See
Failure
result in personal injuryorproperty
damage.
12. Move the shift handle into the desired speed
range.
"Changing Speeds.")
13.
If both handlebar levers operate properly,
engage the levers and begin operation.
NOTE: If you only want
not throw snow), simply engage the Wheel Drive
Lever.
Leave the Auger Drive Lever disengaged
(released).
lever.
They should stop turning
lever.
the
wheels
squeeze
the
wheels
the
plug
the
"Wheel
(You
do not have to startin1-LOW.
the
Wheel
continue
the
Wheel
snowthrower.
the
to
engine
Wheel
follow
off,
wire
and
spark
Drive
Drive Cable Adjustment."
this
to
move the snowthrower (but
LOW
position.
turn before
Drive Lever,
to turn after you
Drive Lever,
Shut
the
disconnect
prevent it from
plug. Adjust
Mechanism.
instruction
do
snow-
the
or
could
you
not
See
re-
or
B.
While engineisrunning, push the starter
button and spin the engine's starter for several
seconds - the unusual sound made by the
spinning starter won't harm the engine or starter.
C.
Disconnect the electrical cord from the
wall outlet. Then disconnect the electrical cord
from the switchbox.
5.
Turn
the engine ignition
Remove
6.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it
from touching the spark plug.
7.Tohelp avoid possible freezing of the controls:
A. Wipe all snow and moisture from the engine
in
choke knob.
B.
knob back and forth several times.
C.
this position.
D.
position and leave it there.
E.
gas tank).
Moving
1.
Release both handlebar levers (Auger Drive and
Wheel Drive). If the snowthrower was moving forward, allow its forward motion to stop.
2. Move the shift handle into
of the shift handle will
key.
the vicinity of the engine control lever and the
Move the engine control lever and the choke
Move the choke knobtoFULL and leave it
Move the engine control levertothe start
Close the fuel valve (beneath the engine's
the
Snowthrower
key
to its OFF position.
in
Reverse
(R)
Reverse - the top
be
all the waytothe right.
120V
in
Stopping
To
quickly stop the snowthrower:
1.
Release both handlebar levers.
Turn
2.
To
stop the snowthrower under normal conditions:
1.
2. Move the shift handle
3.
4.Tohelp avoid possible freezing of starter when
16
the engine ignition keytoits OFF position.
Release both handlebar levers.
to
its Neutral
Move the engine control levertoits idle position.
Allow the engine to run at idle for several
minutes
snowthrower
For standard start engines: With engine running,
pull recoil starter rope
- the unusual sound madebythe starter rope
won't harm the engine or the starter.
For
A. Connect electrical cord
a
120V
120V
to
melt any snow off the engine.
is
not being used:
all the way out 3-4 times
electric start engines:
to
wall outlet.
(N)
switchbox, then
position.
CAUTION Before
Drive Lever
Reverse (R), look
sure
that
Failure
result in personal
damage.
3.
Slowly squeeze the Wheel Drive Lever and
guide the snowthrower rearward.
4.
Before shifting into one of the forward speeds,
release the Wheel Drive Lever and let the rear-
ward motion of the snowthrower stop.
to
to
when
there
follow
engaging
the
snowthrower
behind
arenoobstacles.
this
instruction
injuryorproperty
the
youtomake
Wheel
is in
could
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OPERATION
Changing
You
can engage the Wheel Drive Lever when the
shift handle is
(1)
First, (2) Second, or
in
begin
and then into (3) Third.
you wish.
In
(2) Second or
move forward faster than
Snow
Use the pattern showninFigure 4-3 when snow
cannot be thrown to one side of the area being
cleared. Begin throwing snow close to this side, mak-
ing sure that the discharge chute directs the snow
away from this side. When you turn the snowthrower
Speeds
in
any of the speeds -
(3)
Third.
(1)
First and then shift up through
You
can beginin(3)
(3)
Third, the snowthrower will
in
(1)
First.
Throwing
As
you turn, rotate the
discharge chute so that
snow is always thrown
this direction.
Tips
in
(R)
Reverse,
You
do not have to
(2)
Second
Third if
L~_-----.-~
Before moving the shift handle to another speed,
release the handlebar levers and let the forward (or
rearward) motion of the snowthrower stop. Then
move the shift handle to the desired speed and
engage the Wheel Drive
around at the end of each pass, you'll have to gradually crank the discharge chute so that it always
throws the snow away from the area where no snow
can be thrown.
Snow is
not thrown to this side.
c
__
Lever.
~BEGIN
~)
~
re-
.
( -
•..
~--:,.----------
(~
~~:::::-"""7~~:;:=:::=::...
Figure 4-3: Snow throwing pattern when snow can only be thrown
Use the pattern showninFigure 4-4 when you wish
to throw snow to both the right and left sides of the
area being cleared. When using this pattern, you
Discharge chute direction
stays the same except
when turning.
'---------------~
Snow is thrown to each
side.
:
_
...
~~~
SNOWISTHROWN HERE ?'
to
one side.
have to change the direction of the discharge chute
only when making a turn at the end of a pass.
~END
BEGIN
Figure
4-4:
Throwing snow when snow can be throwntoeither side of the area being cleared.
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Page 20
OPERATION
Run the engine at full throttle when throwing snow.
Use a lower wheel speed in heavy wet snow.
Spray the auger, inside of auger housing, inside of
discharge chute, and inside of deflector chute with
silicone spray to prevent snow from sticking to these
areas.
Before the first snowfall, inspect the area in which
you'll be using the snowthrower. Remove any doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.
If snow should stick in the deflector chute
DO NOT use your hands
the engine off, disconnect the spark plug wire, and
prevent it from touching the spark plug. Then use a
long stick (at least 3-feet long) to unclog thses areas.
For best results, remove snow as soon as possible
after it falls.
or
feet to dislodge it. Shut
or
auger,
Always slightly overlap each pass to make sure
that all snow is removed.
If possible, always try to throw snow downwind. If
you try to throw snow upwind, it could be blown back
on you, on the snowthrower, and on the area
clearing.
If you're throwing snow from a smooth area, adjust
the skid shoes so that the scraper blade is above the
ground by approximately
If you're throwing snow from a gravel covered area,
adjust the skid shoes so that the scraper blade clears
the gravel.
1/8-inch.
you're
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SECTION
5:
ENGINE
AND
MAINTENANCE
SNOWTHROWER
ENGINE
Checking
and
Adding Oil
Before each
while using the snowthrower, stop the engine and
check its oil level every five hours of operation.
To
check the engine oil level:
1.
Shut the engine off.
2. Unscrew the dipstick (Figure
clean cloth
3.
Re-insert the dipstick into the oil fill tube. Firmly
screw the dipstick all the way back into the oil fill
tube.
4. Unscrew the dipstick and check the oil level. It
should be between the FULL and ADD marks
the dipstick.
5.
If the oil levelislow,
A. Remove the dipstick.
B.
Insert the clean funnel into the oil fill tube.
C.
Slowly pour oil into the funnel. While pouring,
stop frequently, remove the funnel, reinstall the
dipstick, then remove
Don't overfill the engine with oil.
D.
When the engine oil leveliscorrect, securely
reinstall the dipstick.
MAINTENANCE
Engine
use,
to
wipe the dipstick.
Oil Level
to
Engine
check the engine oil level. Also,
5-1,
Item
add oil as follows:
it
and check the oil level.
A).
Use a
on
Changing
After the very first two hours that you operate your
snowthrower, change the engine oil. After this initial
engine oil change, change the engine oil every 25
hours of operation (or
season, whichever comes first).
To
change the engine oil:
1.
Start the engine. Allow ittowarm uptooperating
temperature.
2. SHUT THE ENGINE
3.
Fold
by
6 inches) lengthwise into a shallow
Figure
4.
Use a 3/8-inch open end wrench (oranadjustable
wrench)
drain plug (Figure
5.
Place the folded cardboard beneath the drain
plug
6.
Place a container (minimum capacity of 1 quart)
underneath the end of the cardboard
draining oil.
the
Engine
at
a piece of cardboard (approximately 3 inches
5-2.
to
loosen (not remove) the engine oil
5-2,
as
showninFigure
Oil
the end of the snow throwing
OFF.
"V".
See
Item
B).
5-2.
to
catch the
Figure
5-1
Figure 5-2
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Page 22
ENGINE
7.
Slowly unscrew the drain plug. Allow the oiltorun
down the cardboard and into the container.
8.
After the oil has drained, reinstall the drain plug
and very securely tighten
9.
Add clean oiltothe engine. See "Checking
Engine Oil Level and Adding Oil
AND
SNOWTHROWER
it.
to
Engine".
MAINTENANCE
friction points during the off-season. It will also
ensure that the snowthrower will be ready
when the first snow falls.
AUGER
to
use
Engine
The snowthrower engine hasanelectronic ignition
system. This system eliminates the traditional set of
points and condensor. The electronic ignition system
also eliminates the yearly tune-up. The only scheduled maintenance you need to perform
engine's ignition system concerns the spark plug
(which
Spark
Yearly,
engine's spark plug, clean it, and inspect it. Clean
the spark plug by scraping it (don't wire brush it or
sand blast it). Replace the spark plug with a new one
if its electodes were pitted or burned, or if its porcelain was cracked.
Before installing the spark plug, set its electrode
gap
Figure 5-3
Carburetor
Your carburetor has been set for proper operation.
If you believe that it has come out of adjustment,
please refer
correct carburetor adjustment procedure.
SNOWTHROWER
Ignition
is
discussed next).
Plug
or every
at
0.030
inch.
FEELER GAUGE
to
System
on
the
100
hours of operation, remove the
COMPLIANCE WITH
RADIO INTERFERENCE
REGULATIONS CERTIFIED. REPLACE SPARK
PLUG WITH RESISTOR
.030 (.8
mm)
SPARK PLUG.
Adjustment
the engine owner's manual for the
MAINTENANCE
Lubrication
RefertoFigure 5-4 and the numbered items follow-
ing it
to
determine which areasonyour snowthrower
should
season,
recommended. This will help prevent any corrosion at
be
lubricated.
At
the beginning and end of each snow throwing
be
suretolubricate the snow thrower
as
FRONT VIEW OF AUGER
F
Figure 5-4
1.
Use clean engine oil or a silicone spraytolubricate the handlebar levers' pivot points.
not
to
get any oil or silicone sprayonthe levers.
2. Clean any dirt off the toothed part of the flange
the bottom of the discharge chute. Apply fresh
grease
flange.
3.
Apply fresh engine oiltothe bearingoneach side
of the auger shaft. Wipe off any excess oil.
4.
Sparingly oil the discharge chute control crank
where it enters the control panel. Also oil it at the
support
frame.
5.
Sparingly apply oil to the two pivot pointsonthe
deflector cap.
6.
Oneata time, remove the wheels and apply fresh
grease
makes future wheel removal easier.
7.
Check the auger gear box's gear oil level. Move
the snowthrower
(Figure
Oil should just begin to flow out of the hole. If it
doesn't, add SAE 90 gear oil to the gear box. Fill
the gear box until the oil just begins to flow from
to
the worm gear and toothed part of the
on
top of the left hand rear side of the
to
the wheel shaft and clevis pin. This
to
a level area. Unscrew the plug
5-4,
Item7)from the front of the gear box.
Be
careful
on
20
Page 23
the hole. Allow any excess to drain out of the gear
gear
box. Wipe any excess
Reinstall the plug.
8. Touch up any scratches, unpainted
faces with paint.
Wheel
A
Drive
CAUTION Before adjusting the wheel
drive cable, shut the engine off, allow
it to cool, disconnect the spark plug
wire and prevent it from touching the
spark plug, and remove the engine
ignition
personal injury or property damage.
Cable
key.
Failure to do this could result in
oil off the
Adjustment
gear
or
rusty sur-
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G
ENGINE
box.
AND
1.
2. Push the idler pulley (Figure 5-5, Item G) to the
3.
4. Check the tension on the wheel drive cable. It
5.
6. Reinstall the belt cover (Figure 5-4, ItemF)on the
SNOWTHROWER
Remove the two screws that secure the sides of
the belt cover (Figure 5-4, Item
thrower. Take the belt cover off the snowthrower.
left until the belt (Figure 5-5, Item
Adjust the idler stop (Figure 5-5, ItemI)so that
there is a gap of 3/8-inch between the left-hand
edge of the idler stop and the inner surface of the
frame. Make this adjustment by loosening the
idler screw stop nut (Figure 5-5, Item J) and slid-
ing the idler stop right
nut
the idler stop
should just be taut when the Wheel Drive Lever is
not engaged. If it is slack or too taut, adjust the
cable tension at the adjustment section (Figure
5-6, Item
Make sure that the spark plug wire is disconnected and not touching the spark plug. Pull the
recoil starter rope while watching the engine
wheel drive pulley (Figure 5-8, Item
should not move on this pulley. If the belt does move,
decrease the 3/8-inch gap you set in Step
snowthrower.
K).
when you have the 318-inch gap.
MAINTENANCE
F)
to the snow-
H)
is tight.
or
left as needed Re-tighten
L).
The
3.
belt
Figure 5-5
Wheel
Drive
Belt
Removal
and
Installation
CAUTION Before removing or install-
ing the wheel drive belt, shut the
engine off, allow it to cool, disconnect
the spark plug wire and prevent it
A
To
1.
2. Remove the worm gear and support (Figure
from touching the spark plug, and
remove the engine ignition
Failure to do this could result in
personal injury or property damage.
remove the wheel drive belt:
Remove the two screws that secure the sides of
the belt cover (Figure 5-4, Item
Take
thrower.
Item M) from the left
hand side of the
snowthrower by
removing the bolt
(Figure
the belt cover off the snowthrower.
---------=
~
5-7,
Item N).
~
key.
F)
to the snow-
N
5-7,
M
Figure 5-6
Figure 5-7
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ENGINE AND SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE
3. Remove the two (each side) flange screws (Figure
5-8, Item
4.
Slowly pivot the rear half of the snowthrower
back. Rest the handlebars on a stable object.
5.
Take the
the engine
You
belt guide (Figure 5-8, Item
engine and move the belt guide out of the way.
6. Loosen the bolts that attach the belt guides to the
front of the chassis below the transmission pulley.
Turn these belt guides to give you room to take
the wheel drive belt off the transmission pulley.
7.
You
engine pulley belt guide (Figure 5-5, Item
place and turn this belt guide
8. Take the wheel drive belt off the transmission
pulley and engine wheel drive pulley.
0)
from the snowthrower.
Figure 5-8
auger
drive belt (Figure 5-8, Item P) off
auger
drive pulley (Figure 5-8, Item Q).
may have to loosen the bolt that secures the
S)
to the back of the
may
have to loosen the bolt that secures the
R)
in
out
of the way.
tighten the bolt that holds the belt
Repeat this step for the remaining belt guide.
4. Retighten bolt that attaches belt
S)
Item
5. Move the rear half of the snowthrower close to the
front half. Place the
engine
6. Move the snowthrower halves together. Align the
four attachment holes (two in each side of the
frame). Loosely install the four screws (Figure 5-8,
Item Q) that secure the halves of the snowthrower
together. Then firmly tighten the screws.
7.
Reinstall the worm
Item M) to the left-hand side of the snowthrower.
Firmly tighten the bolt (Figure
holds it in place. Rotate the chute control
make sure that the deflector
doesn't, loosen the bolt (Figure
adjust the support inward
chute doesn't bind.
8. Adjust the wheel drive cable. See
Cable Adjustment".
9. Reinstall the belt cover on the snowthrower.
Auger
to engine.
auger
Drive
auger
drive belt onto the
drive pulley (Figure 5-8, Item Q).
gear
and support (Figure
or
Cable
Adjustment
guide
in place.
guide
(Figure 5-8,
5-7,
5-7,
Item N) that
crank
chute
turns freely. If it
5-7,
Item N) and
outward so that the
"Wheel
Drive
to
CAUTION Before adjusting the auger
drive cable, shut the engine off, allow
it to cool, disconnect the spark plug
wire and prevent it from touching the
spark plug, and remove the engine
ignition
key.
Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or
property damage.
To
install the wheel drive belt:
1.
Place the wheel drive belt on the engine wheel
drive pulley and transmission pulley.
2. If you had to loosen the bolt that secures the
R)
engine pulley belt guide (Figure 5-5, Item
place, position the leg of this belt guide approxi-
mately 1/16-inch from the outer surface of the
wheel drive belt and tighten the bolt that secures
back
it to the
3. Rotate one of the two belt guides that is below the
transmission pulley so that its
away from the outer surface of the wheel drive
belt. Hold the belt guide in this position and
of the engine.
"leg"
is 1/16-inch
in
22
Figure 5-9
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ENGINE
AND
SNOWTHROWER
MAINTENANCE
1. Remove the two screws that secure
the
belt cover (Figure 5-4, ItemF)to
thrower. Take
2. Push
3. Look at the brake arm hole (Figure 5-9, Item U).
4. If
5.
the
tighten the auger drive belt.
This
hole should be flush with the outside of the
right-hand side of the frame.
the
brake arm hole is not flush with
of
the
right-hand side of
screws (Figure
5-9, Item W) sideways as necessary. Tighten the
two screws and then repeat Steps 2 and
Check
when
the
(when it is not squeezed down). Adjust tension at
the
auger
lower end of
Auger Drive
the
belt cover off
idler (Figure 5-9, Item T) sideways to
the
frame, loosen the two
5-9,
Item V) and move arm (Figure
auger
drive cable tension. It should be taut
auger
drive handle is not
drive cable'e adjustment section (at the
the
handlebar) (Figure 5-6).
Belt
Removal
the
the
the
snowthrower.
the
engaged
and
sides of
snow-
outside
3.
Installation
CAUTION Before removing or install-
ing the auger drive belt, shut the
engine off, allow it to cool, disconnect
the spark plug, and remove the
engine ignition
Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or
property damage.
key.
To
install
the
auger
drive belt:
1.
Place the new auger drive belt into the groove in
the
auger
drive pulley.
2. Move
3.
4. Move the rear half of the snowthrower close to
5. Move
6. Reinstall the worm
7.
8.
one
of the belt
auger
housing (below the
that its
drive belt. Hold
Tighten the bolt that secures this belt
back of the
the remaining belt guide.
Retighten the bolt that secures the belt guide
(Figure 5-9, Item S) to the engine.
front half. Place the
groove in the engine
four attachment bolt holes (two on each side).
Loosely intall the screws (Figure 5-9, Item X)
secure the halves of
Firmly tighten these screws.
Item M) to the left-hand side of the snowthrower.
Firmly tighten
the chute control
deflector chute
the bolt (Figure
inwardoroutward as necessary so that the dis-
charge chute does not bind when you rotate
chute control crank.
Adjust the Auger Drive Cable. See
Cable Adjustment".
Reinstall the belt cover on the snowthrower.
"leg"
is 1/16-inch away from the
auger
the
snowthrower halves together. Align the
guides
the
belt
housing. Repeat this step for
auger
auger
the
gear
the
bolt that holds it in place. Rotate
crank
turns
freely. If it doesn't, loosen
5-7,
Item N) and move
on the back of the
auger
drive pulley) so
auger
guide
in this position.
guidetothe
drive belt into the the
drive pulley.
snowthrower together.
and
support
to make sure that
(Figure
the
"Auger
the
support
Drive
the
that
5-7,
the
1.
Remove the two screws that secure the sides of
the
belt cover (Figure 5-4, ItemF)to
thrower. Take
2. Remove the screw (Figure
and
support
3. Remove the two (each side) flange screws (Figure
5-9, Item X) from the snowthrower.
4. Slowly pivot the rear
back. Rest the handlebars on a stable object.
5.
Take the
the
engine
You
may
belt
guide
engine
6. Loosen the two belt
back
of the
pulley. Rotate
7.
Take
the
and
auger
the
belt cover off the snowthrower.
5-7,
(Figure
auger
auger
have to loosen
(Figure 5-9, Item S) to the back of
and move
auger
old
auger
drive pulley.
5-7,
Item M).
half
of the snowthrower
drive belt (Figure 5-8, ItemP)off
drive pulley (Figure 5-8, Item Q).
the
bolt that secures the
the
belt
guide
guides
housing, below the
the
belt
drive belt off
that are located on the
guides
the
snow-
Item N), worm gear,
the
out of
the
way.
auger
drive
outofthe
the
way.
engine pulley
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Page 26
ENGINE
AND
SNOWTHROWER
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
Check engine oil level.
Check all fasteners
for tightness.
Check operation of Auger
Drive Lever and
Wheel Drive
Apply oil to handlebar
control levers and
linkages.
Clean all snow, slush, and
ice off snowthrower.
Change engine oil.
Check tire pressure.
Check auger gear box oil
level. Add SAE 90 gear oil
as required.
Lever.
Before After Every 25 Every 50
each each hours of hours of end of the
use use
operation
operation
At
the
season
1/
1/
1/
1/
1/
1/
1/
1/
1/
Check and clean engine
cowling air screen on
engine.
Check both belts for
Check, clean, and re-gap
(or simply replace)
spark plug.
Apply a light coating of
multipurpose grease to
axle shaft bearing.
Apply a light coating of oil
to drive chain.
Check belts for wear and
damage.
Check wheel drive belt
and auger drive belt for
adjustment.
Sand and re-paint any
rusted areas.
wear.
1/
1/
1/
1/
1/
1/
1/
1/
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Page 27
ENGINE
AND
SNOWTHROWER
TROUBLESHOOTING
MAINTENANCE
Engine
Trouble
won't
start.
Possible
Ignition
Spark plug wire
disconnected. to spark plug.
Gas tank empty.
Fouled spark plug. Remove, clean, inspect, (or
Engine Control Lever is
idle position.
Engine not primed enough. Push primer button several
Engine primed too much. Move choke knob to its OFF
key
Problem
in OFF position.
in
Solution
Turn
key
to ON position.
Reconnect spark plug wire
Fill gas tank.
replace), re-gap and
reinstall spark plug.
Move Engine Control Lever to
FAST
its
more times.
position, and Engine Control
Lever to idle. Attempt to start
engine - this should burn
up excess gas in carburetor.
Then proceed with normal
starting procedure.
position.
Engineisdifficult
to
start.
Engine
idles
rough.
Fuel shutoff valve closed. Open fuel shutoff valve.
Incorrect Choke Knob setting.
Engine Control Lever is in
incorrect position.
Fuel shutoff valve closed. Open fuel shutoff valve.
Engine not primed enough. Push primer button several
in
Stale gas
Faulty spark plug. Remove, clean, inspect, re-gap,
Faulty or fouled spark plug.
Incorrect choke setting.
tank. Drain gas. Refill with fresh gas.
Reposition Choke Knob.
Move Engine Control Lever to
its
FAST
position.
times.
and reinstall spark plug.
Remove, clean, inspect, re-gap,
and reinstall spark plug.
After engine starts, move engine
choke knob gradually to its
NO CHOKE position.
25
Page 28
ENGINE AND
SNOWTHROWER
TROUBLESHOOTING
MAINTENANCE
Trouble
Engine overheats. Dirty air screen. Remove all debris from
Auger drive lever does
not make auger spin.
Possible
Low engine oil level. Check engine oil level.
Dirty cooling fins. Clean cooling fins.
Loose spark plug.
Not enough tension on auger
drive belt. cable adjustment section.
Incorrect auger drive belt
adjustment.
Broken shear bolt(s) on
auger drive shaft(s).
Broken idler spring
(at lower end of cable).
Problem
Solution
air screen.
Add oil as necessary.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
Re-tighten spark plug.
Increase tension at auger drive
Re-adjust auger drive cable.
Replace bolt(s).
Replace spring.
Auger spins when Auger
Drive Leverisnot
engaged.
Broken cable. Replace cable.
Belt guide(s) adjusted
incorrectly.
Broken square key or loose
setscrew on auger drive pulley.
key
Broken woodruff
roll pin on transmission
input shaft.
Too
much tension on auger Cable should just be taut when
drive cable.
Incorrect auger drive belt
adjustment.
Belt guide(s) adjusted
incorrectly.
and
Belt guides should be 1/16-inch
away from belt.
Replace key and retighten
setscrew.
Replace woodruff key and
roll pin.
Auger Drive Lever is not
engaged. Adjust tension at
auger drive cable adjustment
section.
Adjust auger drive belt.
Belt guides should be 1/16-inch
away from belt.
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Page 29
ENGINE
AND
SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble
Wheel Drive Lever does Shift Handle
not make wheels turn. move Shift Handle to desired
Possible
Not enough tension on wheel
drive belt.
Incorrect wheel drive belt
adjustment.
Broken or excessively worn
wheel drive belt.
Broken wheel drive cable.
Broken wheel drive spring
(on end of cable).
Problem
isin(N)
Neutral. Release Wheel Drive
Solution
Lever,
speed, re-engage Wheel
Lever.
Drive
Cable should just be taut when
Wheel Drive Lever is not
engaged. Adjust tension
wheel drive cable adjustment
section.
Re-adjust wheel drive belt.
Replace wheel drive belt.
Replace wheel drive cable.
Replace spring.
at
Wheels turn when Wheel
Drive Leverisnot
engaged.
Snowthrower doesn't
throw snow well.
Broken square key or loose
setscrew on wheel drive pulley.
Broken wheel drive chain.
Broken woodruff key
loose setscrew on wheel
drive pulley(s).
Too
much tension on wheel
drive cable.
Incorrect wheel drive belt
adjustment.
Belt guide(s) adjusted
incorrectly.
Discharge chute, impeller, or Stop engine, disconnect spark
auger clogged with snow, slush,
or ice.
and/or
Replace
setscrew.
Replace chain.
Replace woodruff key and
tighten setscrew.
Cable should just be taut when
Wheel Drive Lever
engaged. Adjust tension
wheel drive cable adjustment
section.
Re-adjust wheel drive cable.
Belt guides should be 1/16-inch
away from belt.
plug wire. Use a long stick to
unclog chute, auger,
impeller.
key
/retighten
is
not
and/or
at
(continued)
27
Page 30
ENGINE AND
SNOWTHROWER
TROUBLESHOOTING
MAINTENANCE
Trouble
Snowthrower doesn't Snow sticks to auger or chute. Spray auger and chute with
throw snow well. silicone lubricant.
(continued)
Snowthrower makes Skid shoes not set
sloping cut in snow. height. height.
Possible
Incorrect wheel speed setting When throwing snow, generally
(on shift handle). use faster speeds. Use slower
Auger drive belt
Skid shoes set too high. Adjust skid shoes equally so that
Scraper blade adjusted Readjust scraper blade so that
incorrectly. it
Scraper blade is incorrectly
adjusted.
Problem
speeds
is
loose. Adjust auger drive belt.
the scraper blade is 1/8-inch
above the surface being cleared.
is
1/8-inch above the surface
being cleared.
at
equal Readjust skid shoes to an equal
Re-Ievel scraper blade.
Solution
on
heavier snow.
Electric start motor
won't crank engine.
Electrical cord not plugged in. Plug electrical cord into outlet.
Fuse or circuit breaker for outlet
is
blown. breaker.
Faulty electrical cord or plug. Replace electrical cord.
Overheated starter. Starter is thermally protected.
Replace fuse or re-set circuit
If overheated, it will stop automatically. Allow starter to cool
before again trying to restart
engine.
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Page 31
SPECIFICATIONS
Snowthrower
HEIGHT
To
top of handlebar lever:
Without handlebars:
WIDTH
At
tires:
At
handlebars:
19314
inches
23
LENGTH
With handlebars:
Without handlebars: 40 inches
TIRES
2
ply,
4:10-4
Pressure: 15-20
AUGER WIDTH
21
inches
TRANSMISSION GEAR OIL
SAE
90W gearoiI
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Electric Start Kit
Tire chains
29% inches
inches
591/2
PSI
(120
Volt)
inches
421/2
inches
Engine
Single
5 horsepower
Oil recommendations:
Use a high quality 4-cycle engine oil
rated
Viscosities:
Fuel recommendations:
Use a fresh clean unleaded regular
gasoline.
gasoline!
Spark plug type:
See Engine Owner's Manual.
Spark
0.030-inch
Cylinder
SD,
SE,
Below 0°
diluted with
Between 0°-32°F:
SAE
10W
Above 32° F:
SAE
10W30
Do
plug
gap:
Tecumseh
or
SF.
F:
SAE
10%
SAE
not mix any oil with the
Ow30orSAE
kerosene
SAE
30 or
10W
5W30 or
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