Simplicity 1695538 SINGLE STAGE SNOWTHROWER Manuel utilisateur

Single Stage Snow Thrower

5.25 TP, 21 Inch (53,34 cm)

Mfg. No. Description

1695538 Snowthrower

1737755-B

Revision - B

11/2009

en Operator’s Manual

fr Manuel D’instruction

English French

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Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Murray snow thrower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your conﬁ dence in the Murray

brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Murray product will provide many years of

dependable service.

This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with snow throwers and how

to avoid them. This snow thrower is designed and intended only for snow throwing and is not intended for any other purpose. It is

important that you read and understand these instructions throroughly before attempting to start or operate this equipment. This snow

thrower requires ﬁ nal assembly before use. Refer to the Quck Start Guide for instructions on ﬁ nal assembly

procedures. Follow the instructions completely. Save these instructions for future reference.

Where to Find Us

You never have to look far to ﬁ nd Briggs & Stratton support and service for your snow thrower. Consult your Yellow Pages. There

are over 30,000 Briggs & Stratton authorized service dealers worldwide who provide quality service. You can also contact Briggs and

Stratton Customer Service by phone at (800) 528-5087, or on the Internet at www.murray.com.

Snow Thrower

Model Number

Revision

Serial Number

Engine

Model Number

Revision

Serial Number

Date Purchased

The Illustrated Parts List for this machine can be downloaded from www.murray.com. Please provide model and serial number when

ordering replacement parts.

Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC

P.O. Box 702

Milwaukee, WI 53201-0702

1-800-528-5087

murray.com

Murray is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Power Products

Group, LLC Milwaukee, WI USA.

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Table of Contents

Operator Safety .................................................................... 4

Assembly ............................................................................ 10

Remove Snowthrower from Carton ...................................................... 10

Handle Assembly .................................................................................. 10

Add Oil to the Engine ............................................................................ 11

Add Fuel to the Engine .......................................................................... 11

Before Operate the Snowthrower .......................................................... 12

Operation............................................................................ 13

Snowthrower and Engine Controls ....................................................... 13

Control Snow Discharge ....................................................................... 14

Snow Throwing ..................................................................................... 14

Stop Discharging Snow ........................................................................ 14

Move Forward ....................................................................................... 14

Before Starting the Engine .................................................................... 15

Stop the Engine .................................................................................... 15

Start the Engine .................................................................................... 15

Starting a Cold Engine .......................................................................... 15

Starting a Warm Engine ........................................................................ 16

Frozen Starter ....................................................................................... 16

Clear a Clogged Discharge Chute .......................................................... 16

Snow Throwing Tips ............................................................................. 16

Maintenance ....................................................................... 18

Customer Responsibilities .................................................................... 18

Emissions Control ................................................................................. 18

Engine Power Rating Information ......................................................... 18

After Each Use ...................................................................................... 19

Remove the Top Cover ......................................................................... 19

Lubricate Before Storage ...................................................................... 19

Adjust the Auger Control Cable ............................................................. 20

Remove the Belt Cover ......................................................................... 20

Replace the Auger Drive Belt ................................................................ 21

Replace the Auger ................................................................................. 22

Adjust the Brake Pad ............................................................................. 22

Replace the Spark Plug ......................................................................... 23

Prepare the Snowthrower for Storage .................................................. 23

Order Replacement Parts ...................................................................... 24

Trouble Shooting Chart ........................................................... 25

Emissions Control Warranty Statement ........................................ 26

Speciﬁ cations ...................................................................... 27

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DANGER

AMPUTATION HAZARD

The discharge chute contains a rotating

impeller to throw snow. Never clear or

unclog thedischarge chute with

your hands. Fingers can quickly become

caught and traumatic amputation severe

laceration will result. Always use a

clean-out tool to clear or unclog the

discharge chute.

Hazard Symbols and Their Meanings

Safety Alert – Identifies safety information

about hazards that can result in personal injury.

Operator’s Manual – Read and understand

before performing any activity or running

equipment.

Rotating Impeller

Rotating Auger

Never Reach into

Rotating Parts

Fire

Shock

Hot Surface

Shut off engine and remove spark plug

connector before performing maintenance or

repair work.

Operator Safety

Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words

The safety alert symbol and signal word (DANGER,

WARNING, CAUTION, or NOTICE) is used to indicate the

likeli- hood and potential severity of personal injury and/or

damage to the product. In addition, a hazard symbol may be

used to represent the type of hazard.

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in minor or moderate injury.

Notice indicates a situation that could result in

damage to the product.

DANGER

Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the • discharge chute is the most common cause of injury

associated with snowthrowers.

This snowthrower is capable of amputating hands and • feet, and throwing objects. Read and observe all the

safety instructions in this manual. Failure to do so will

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

U.S.A. Models: Certain components in this product and

its related accessories contain chemicals known to the

state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Keep a Safe

Ditance from

Snowthrower

Rotating Gears

Thrown

Objects

Explosion

Toxic Fumes

Recommended

Ear Protection

for Extended Use

WARNING

U.S.A. Models: The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

U.S.A. Models: Battery posts, terminals, and related

accessories contain lead and lead components -

chemicals knownto the State of California to cause

cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after

handling.

Certiﬁ cation: This equipment meets the requirements of

ANSI B71.3-2005 for snowthrowers.

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DANGER

Read, understand, and follow all the

instructions on the snowthrower and in

the operator’s manual before operating

this unit.

Failure to observe the safet y instructions

in this manual will result in death or

serious injury.

Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the snow • thrower.

Make sure you are properly trained before operating the snowthrower.•

Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.•

Never allow anyone to operate the snowthrower without proper • instruction.

Always follow the instructions in the operator’s manual, if the • snowthrower will be stored for an extende d period.

Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.•

Never attempt to make major repairs on the snowthrower unless you • have been properly trained. Improper servicing of the snowthrower can

result in hazardous operation, equipment damage, and voiding of the

product warranty.

Operating Symbols and Their Meanings

Oil

Fuel

On Off

Choke Off

Choke On

Stop

Slow

Fast

Traction Control

Engage (Down)

Auger Clutch

Discharge Chute

(Left and Right)

Operator Safety

STOP

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Foward

Nuetral

Reverse

Electric Start -

Engage (Down)

& Disengage Up

Engine - Run

Engine - Stop

Auger Control

Engage (Down)

Chute Deflector

(Up and Down)

Heated Hand

Grips

(High and Low)

Easy-TurnTM

Traction Control Free-HandTM

Control

Read the Manual

DANGER

Discharge chute contains rotating

impeller to throw snow. Never clear or

unclog the discharge chute with your

hands. Fingers can quickly become

caught in the impeller. Always use a

clean-out tool.

Failure to observe these safety

instructions will result in traumatic

amputation or severe laceration.

TO SAFELY CLEAR A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE

DANGER: Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the

discharge chute is the most common cause of injury

associated with snow throwers. Never use your hands to clean

out the discharge chute.

FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS:

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.

Discharge Chute

NOTE: Not all control symbols shown on this page will

appear on your snowthrower. See FEATURES AND

CONTROLS section for the applicable symbols.

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DANGER

This snowthrower is only as safe as the

operator. If it is misused, or not properly

maintained, it can be dangerous.

Remember you are responsible for your

safety and that of those around you.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small • children and pets.

Thoroughly inspect the area where the snowthrower will be used and • remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.

Do not operate the snowthrower without wearing adequate winter • clothing.

Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.•

Use caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating the • snowthrower in reverse.

Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility or light. Always • be sure of your footing, and keep a ﬁ rm hold on the handles.

Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Use extreme caution when • changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.

Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow too • quickly.

Never operate the snowthrower at high transport speeds on slippery • surfaces. Look behind the snowthrower and use care when operating in

reverse.

Do not use the snowthrower on surfaces above ground level such as • roofs of residences, garages, porches, or other such structures or

buildings.

Operators should evaluate their ability to operate the snowthrower safely • enough to protect themselves and others from injury.

The snowthrower is intended to remove snow only. Do not use the snow • thrower for any other purpose.

Do not carry passengers.•

After striking a foreign object, shut OFF the engine, disconnect the cord • on electric motors, thoroughly inspect the snowthrower for any damage,

and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snowthrower.

If the snowthrower vibrates abnormally, shut OFF the engine. Vibration • is generally a warning of trouble. See an authorized dealer if necessary

for repairs.

For models equipped with electric starting motors, disconnect the power • cord after the engine starts.

Operation and Equipment Safety

DANGER

Fuel and its vapors are extremely

ﬂ ammable and explosive. Always handle

fuel with extreme care.

Failure to observe these safety

instructions can cause a ﬁ re or

explosion which will result in severe

burns or death.

WHEN ADDING FUEL

Turn off engine and let cool at least 2 minutes before removing the fuel • cap and adding fuel.

Fill fuel tank outdoors or in a well ventilated area.•

Do not overﬁ ll the fuel tank. To allow for the expansion of gasoline, do • not ﬁ ll above the bottom of the fuel tank neck.

Keep fuel away from sparks, open ﬂ ames, pilot lights, heat, and other • ignition sources.

Check fuel lines, cap, and ﬁ ttings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace • if necessary.

Use an approved fuel container.•

If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.•

WHEN STARTING ENGINE

Ensure that spark plug, mufﬂ er, fuel cap, and air cleaner (if equipped) • are in place and secured.

Do not crank the engine with the spark plug removed.•

If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine, but move the snow • thrower away from the area of the spill, and avoid creating any source of

ignition, until the fuel vapors have dissipated.

Do not over-prime the engine. Follow the engine starting instructions in • this manual.

If the engine ﬂ oods, set choke (if equipped) to OPEN/RUN position, • move throttle (if equipped) to FAST position and crank until engine

starts.

WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT

Do not tip the snowthrower at an angle which causes the fuel to spill.•

Do not choke the carburetor to stop the engine. •

Never run the engine with the air cleaner assembly (if equipped) or the • air ﬁ lter (if equipped) removed.

WHEN CHANGING OIL

If you drain the oil from the top oil ﬁ ll tube, the fuel tank must be empty • or fuel can leak out and result in a ﬁ re or explosion.

WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT

Transport with fuel tank EMPTY, or with fuel shut-off valve OFF.•

WHEN STORING GASOLINE OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL

IN TANK

Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, or other appliances • that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite fuel

vapors.

For models equipped with electric starting motors, disconnect the power • cord after the engine starts.

Fuel Handling

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Operator SafetyOperator Safety

DANGER

Keep hands, feet, and clothing away

from rotating parts.Rotating parts can

contact or entangle hands, feet, hair,

clothing, or accessories.

Failure to observe these safety

instructions will result in traumatic

amputation or severe laceration.

Whenever cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the snowthrower, make sure • the engine is OFF, spark plug wire is disconnected, and all moving parts

have stopped.

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the • discharge opening at all times.

Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards, and other safety • devices in place and working.

Never leave the snowthrower unattended while engine is running. • Always disengage the auger and traction controls, stop engine, and

remove keys.

Keep all loose clothing away from the front of the snowthrower and • auger. Scarves, mittens, dangling drawstrings, loose clothes, and pants

can quickly become caught in the rotating device and amputation will

occur. Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.

Run the machine a few minutes after discharging snow to prevent • freeze-up of the collector/impeller.

Disengage power to the collector/impeller when snowthrower is • transported or not in use.

Moving Parts

DANGER

Objects can be picked up by auger and

thrown from chute. Never discharge

snow toward bystanders or allow anyone

in front of the snowthrower. Failure to

observe these safetyinstructions will

result in death or serious injury.

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while during operation, and • while performing an adjustment or repair.

Always be aware of the direction the snow is being thrown. Nearby • pedestrians, pets, or property may be harmed by objects being thrown.

Be aware of your environment while operating the snowthrower. • Running over items such as, gravel, doormats, newspapers, toys, and

rocks hidden under snow, can all be thrown from the chute or jam in the

auger.

Use extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, • walks, or roads.

Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock • surface.

Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures, automobiles, • window wells, drop-offs, and the like without proper adjustment of the

dischargechute angle.

Familiarize yourself with the area in which you plan to operate the snow • thrower. Mark off boundaries of walkways and driveways.

Thrown Objects

DANGER

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.

Keep children out of the area during operation. Children are often •

attracted to the equipment. Be mindful of all persons present.

Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.•

Never allow children to operate the unit.•

Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other •

objects that may obscure vision. Children may be present.

Children

DANGER

Safe operation of the snowthrower

requires the proper care and

maintenance of the engine. Failure to

observe the safety instructions in this

manual will result in death or serious

injury.

Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine.•

Let the engine adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear • snow.

Use a grounded three-wire plug-in for all snowthrowers equipped with • electric drive motors or electric starting motors.

Engine Safety

DANGER

Safe operation of the snowthrower

requires the proper care and

maintenance of the engine. Failure to

observe the safety instructions in this

manual will result in death or serious

injury.

Start and run engine outdoors. •

Do not run the engine in an enclosed area, even if doors or windows are • open.

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Engine Safety (Continued)

Operator Safety

WARNING

Starting engine creates sparking.

Sparking can ignite nearby ﬂ ammable

gases.

Explosion and ﬁ re could result.

If there is natural or LP gas leakage in area, do not start engine.•

Do not use pressurized starting ﬂ uids because vapors are ﬂ ammable.•

WARNING

Running the engine produces heat.

Engine parts, especially mufﬂ er, become

extremely hot.

Failure to observe these safety

instructions could result in severe

thermal burns on contact.

Never touch a hot engine or mufﬂ er. Allow mufﬂ er, engine cylinder, and • ﬁ ns to cool before touching.

Remove debris from mufﬂ er area and cylinder area.•

Install and maintain in working order a spark arrester before using •

equipment on forest-covered, grass-covered, or brush-covered

unimproved land.

• U.S.A. Models: It is a violation of California Public Resource Code

Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on or near any forest-

covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust

system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting any applicable local or

state laws. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.

WARNING

This snowthrower must be properly

maintained to ensure safe operation

and performance. Failure to observe the

safety instructions in this manual could

result in death or serious injury.

When performing any maintenance or repairs on the snowthrower, shut • OFF the engine, disconnect spark plug wire, and keep the wire away

from the plug to prevent someone from accidently starting the engine.

Check shear bolts and other hardware at frequent intervals for proper • tightness to be sure the snowthrower is in safe working condition.

Keep nuts and bolts tight and keep snowthrower in good condition.•

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly • and make necessary repairs if they are not functioning properly.

Components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration. Frequently • check components and replace with recommended parts, when

necessary.

Check control operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.•

Use only factory authorized replacement parts when making repairs.•

Always comply with factory speciﬁ cations on all settings and • adjustments.

Only authorized service locations should be utilized for major service • and repair requirements.

Use only attachments and accessories approved by the factory (such as • wheel weights, counterweights, or cabs).

Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running • (except when speciﬁ cally recommended by the factory).

Do not allow grease or oil to contact the rubber friction wheel or the disc • drive plate. If the disc drive plate or friction wheel come in contact with

grease or oil, damage to the rubber friction wheel will result.

Maintenance and Storage

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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.

Although reading this manual and 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 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.

Note: Not all control symbols shown on this page will appear

on your snowthrower. See FEATURES AND CONTROLS

section for the applicable symbols.

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REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 - - - - - - *Decal, EPA, Mass

2 728046 Decal, Electric Start (EN/FR)

3 1742294 Decal, Dash Panel (EN/FR)

4 276063 Decal, Briggs & Stratton Logo

5 1738308 Decal, Murray 525/21

6 723023 Decal, Warning Hot Mufﬂ er

7 723710 Decal, Auger Control

8 728042 Decal, Danger Chute

9 728043 Decal, Danger Auger, Foot

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ASSEMBLY

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PARTS BAG CONTENTS

1 - Electric Start Cord (Not Shown)

1 - Owner’s Manual

1 - Container Oil 5W30

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

1 − Knife

WARNING: Always wear safety glasses

or eye shields while assembling the

Figure 3 shows the snowthrower in the operating

position.

References to the right or left hand side of the snow

thrower are from the viewpoint of the operator’s

position behind the unit.

HOW TO REMOVE THE SNOWTHROWER

FROM THE CARTON

1. Locate and remove the container of oil.

2. Locate all parts that are packed separately and

remove from the carton.

3. Remove and discard the packing material from

around the snowthrower.

HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE

1. Remove the packing material from the upper and

lower handles.

2. (Figure 1) Loosen the knobs (1) on each side of

the handle (2).

3. Raise the upper handle (2) to the operating posi-

tion. Hold the upper handle (2) apart to prevent

scratching the lower handle.

NOTE: Make sure the cables are not caught

between the upper and lower handle.

4. Tighten the knobs.

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4. Cut down all four corners of the carton and lay the

side panels flat.

5. Cut off the plastic bag that covers the snowthrower.

6. Hold onto the lower handle and pull the snowthrower

off the carton.

CAUTION: DO NOT back over cables.

7. Remove the packing material from the handle as-

sembly.

snowthrower.

Read and follow the assembly and adjustment

instructions for your snowthrower. All fasten-

ers are in the parts bag. Do not discard any

parts or material until the unit is assembled.

WARNING: Before doing any assembly

or maintenance to the snowthrower,

remove the wire from the spark plug.

NOTE: In this instruction book, left and right

describe the location of a part from the operator’s

position behind the unit.

NOTE: Torque is measured in foot pounds (metric

Nm). This measurement describes how tight a nut

or bolt must be. The torque is measured with a

torque wrench.

Figure 1

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ADD OIL TO THE ENGINE

NOTE: Engine may already contain some

residual oil. Check frequently when filling the

crankcase. DO NOT overfill.

The snow thrower was shipped with a container

of 5W30 motor oil. This oil must be added to the

engine before operating.

Figure 2

OIl FillCap/Dipstick

1. Make sure the unit is level.

2. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and fill

the crankcase to “FULL” line on dipstick.

DO NOT overfill.

3. Pour the oil slowly into the engine oil fill.

DO NOT overfill. After adding oil, wait one

minute and then recheck the oil level.

4. Tighten the oil fill cap/dipstick securely each

time you check the oil level.

NOTE: Synthetic oil can assist with starting in

extreme cold temperatures. Synthetic 5W30 is

acceptable for all temperatures. Do NOT mix oil

with unleaded gasoline.

WARNING: Gasoline and petrol and its vapors

are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or

explosion can cause severe burns or death.

• Turn engine off and let engine cool at least 2 minutes

removing the gas cap.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.

• Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot

lights, head, and other ignition sources.

• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting

engine.

1. Stop the engine. Before you remove fuel

cap, let the engine cool at least 2 minutes.

2. Remove the fuel cap. Fill the fuel tank to

approximately 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) below

top of neck to allow for fuel expansion. Be

careful not to overfill.

3. Replace the fuel cap before starting the engine.

ADD FUEL TO THE ENGINE

This engine is certied to operate on gasoline or

petrol. The emissions control system for this engine is

EM (Engine Modications).

WARNING: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or those using ethanol or methanol)

can attract moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

NOTE: To avoid engine problems, the fuel system must

be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See the Storage section

in this manual for additional information.

Fill the fuel tank only with fresh, clean, unleaded regular,

unleaded premium, or reformulated automotive fuel with

a minimum of 85 octane. DO NOT use leaded gasoline

or petrol. Make sure that the container you pour the fuel

is free from rust or foreign particles. Never use fuel that

may be stale from long periods of storage in the container.

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ASSEMBLY

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BEFORE YOU OPERATE

Before you operate your new snow thrower,

please review the following checklist:

• Make sure all assembly instructions have been

completed.

• Make sure the discharge chute rotates freely.

• Make sure that no loose parts remain in the

carton.

As you learn how to properly use the snow

thrower, pay extra attention to the following

important items:

• Make sure the engine oil is at the proper

level. For the type engine oil to use, see the

Engine Manufacturer’s manual.

• Make sure the fuel tank is filled with clean,

fresh, unleaded gasoline or petrol with a

minimum of 85 octane.

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KNOW YOUR SNOWTHROWER

Read this Instruction Book and safety rules before

operating the snow thrower. Compare the illustration

with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with

the location of various controls and adjustments.

• Become familar with the location of all

controls and understand their function.

• Before starting the engine, make sure all

controls operate correctly.

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OPERATION

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Control and Equipment Features (Figure 3)

Crank Assembly (1) - Changes the direction of

the discharge chute.

Chute Deflector (2) - Changes the distance the

snow is thrown.

Discharge Chute (3) - Changes the direction the

snow is thrown.

Auger Drive Lever (4) - Starts and stops the auger

which propels the snow thrower.

Auger Blades (5) - Cuts through the snow.

Engine Features (Figure 3)

Stop Switch (6) - If equipped, move to the ON position

to start the engine.

Ignition Key (6) - If equipped, insert and turn to the

ON position to start the engine.

Primer Button (7) - Injects fuel directly into the

carburetor for fast starts in cold weather.

Engine Start Button (8) - On electric start models,

used to start the engine.

Switch Box (9) - On electric start models, used to

attach electrical power cord.

Recoil Starter Handle (10) - Used to manually

start the engine.

Choke Control (11) - Used to start a cold engine.

Spark Plug Access Panel (12) - Remove to access

the spark plug.

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OPERATION

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WARNING: Never direct the dis-

charge of snow toward bystanders.

HOW TO CONTROL DISCHARGE

OF SNOW

WARNING: Always stop the engine

before unclogging the discharge chute

or the auger housing and before leaving the

snow thrower.

1. (Figure 3) Turn the crank assembly (1) to

change the discharge direction of the snow.

2. (Figure 4) Loosen the wing knob (1) on the

chute deflector (2).

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3. Move the chute deector (2) up for more distance or

down for less distance.

4. Tighten the wing knob (1).

WARNING: The operation of any snow

thrower can result in foreign objects

being thrown into the eyes, which can result

in severe eye damage. Always wear safety

glasses or eye shields while operating the

snow thrower. We recommend standard

safety glasses or use a wide vision safety

mask over your glasses.

HOW TO STOP DISCHARGING SNOW

1. (Figure 3) To stop discharging snow, release

the auger drive lever (4).

2. To stop the engine, turn the ignition key (5)

to the OFF position.

HOW TO THROW SNOW

1. (Figure 3) Engage the auger drive lever (4).

2. To stop throwing snow, release the

auger drive lever.

HOW TO MOVE FORWARD

1. (Figure 3) Hold the auger drive lever (4)

against the handle (10). The auger will begin

rotating.

2. To go forward, raise the handle (10) to allow

the rubber auger blades (5) to contact the

ground. Maintain a firm hold on the handle

(10) as the snow thrower starts to move for-

ward. Guide the snowthrower by moving the

handle (10) either left or right. Do not attempt

to push the snowthrower.

3. To stop, release the auger drive lever (4).

NOTE: If the auger continues to rotate, see

“How To Adjust The Auger Control Cable” in

the Maintenance section.

Figure 4

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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Before you service or start the engine,

familiarize yourself with the snow thrower. Be

sure you understand the function and location

of all controls.

2. Make sure that all fasteners are tight.

3. Make sure the fuel tank is filled with fresh,

clean fuel.

4. Before starting the engine, make sure all

controls operate correctly.

HOW TO STOP THE ENGINE

To stop the engine, turn the ignition key to

the OFF position. Keep the ignition key in a

safe place. The engine will not start without

the ignition key.

HOW TO START THE ENGINE

NOTE: An electric starter kit can be added

to recoil start engines. Electric starter kits are

available from your nearest authorized service

center.

WARNING: The starter is equipped with

a three-wire power cord and plug and is

designed to operate on AC household current.

Carefully follow all instructions in the “How To

Start The Engine” section. Make sure that your

house wiring is a three-wire grounded system.

To connect an AC power cord, always connect

the power cord to the switch box on the engine

first. Then, plug the other end into the three-hole

grounded receptacle. When disconnecting the

power cord, always unplug the end from the

three-hole grounded receptacle first.

HOW TO START A COLD ENGINE

1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh, clean fuel. See “Add

Fuel To The Engine” in the Assembly section.

2. Move the choke control to FULL position.

3. (Figure 3) Make sure the auger drive lever (4) is

in the disengaged (released) position.

4. Insert the ignition key (6) and turn to the ON

position.

5. Move the choke control (11) to the full choke

position.

6. (Electric Start) Connect the power cord to the

switch box (9) located on the engine.

7. (Electric Start) Plug the other end of the power

cord into a three-hole, grounded AC receptacle.

(See the WARNING in this section.)

8. Push the primer button (7) two times. Every time

you push the primer button (7), wait two seconds.

9. (Electric Start) Push on the electric start button

(8) until the engine starts. Do not crank for more

than 10 seconds at a time.The electric starter is

thermally protected. If the electric starter over-

heats, it will automatically stop and can be re-

started when it has cooled to a safe temperature.

A wait of about 5 to 10 minutes is required to

allow the electric starter to cool.

10. (Recoil Start) Rapidly pull the recoil starter

handle (10). Do not allow the recoil starter han-

dle (10) to snap back. Slowly return the recoil

starter handle (10).

11. If the engine does not start in 5 or 6 tries, see the

“Troubleshooting Chart” instructions.

12. (Electric Start) When the engine starts, release

the electric start button (8) and move the choke

control (14) to 1/2 choke position. When the en-

gine runs smoothly, move the choke control (11)

to the OFF position.

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1. With the engine running, quickly pull the re-

coil starter handle (10) three or four times with

a continuous full arm stroke. This will produce a

loud clattering sound that is not harmful to the

engine or starter.

2. Stop the engine. Wipe all snow and moisture

from the carburetor cover, control levers, and

cables. Also move the choke control (11) and

recoil starter handle (10) several times.

HOW CLEAR A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE

WARNING: Hand contact with the rotating

impeller inside the discharge chute is the

most common cause of injury associated with

snow blowing. Never use your hand to clean out

the discharge chute.

13. (Electric Start) First disconnect the power

cord from the three-hole receptacle. Then,

disconnect the power cord from the switch

box (11).

NOTE: In temperatures below 0° F (-18° C), allow

the engine to warm up for several minutes before

blowing snow.

WARNING: Never run the engine indoors

or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas.

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an

odorless and colorless deadly gas. Keep hands,

feet, hair, and loose clothing away from any mov-

ing parts located on the engine or the snow throw-

er. The temperature of muffler and nearby areas

may exceed 150° F (65° C). Avoid these areas.

HOW TO START A WARM ENGINE

(Figure 3) If an engine has been running and is

still warm, leave the choke control (11) in the OFF

position and do not push the primer button (7). If

the engine fails to start, follow the instructions “How

To Start A Cold Engine.”

NOTE: Do not use the primer button (7) to start

a warm engine.

HOW TO START A WARM ENGINE WITH A

FROZEN STARTER

If the electric starter is frozen and will not turn

the engine, follow the instructions below.

1. (Figure 3) Pull out the recoil starter handle (10)

as far as possible.

2. Quickly release the recoil starter handle (10)

to snap back against the recoil starter.

If the engine still fails to start, repeat the two pre-

vious steps until the engine starts. Then, continue

with the directions “How To Start A Cold Engine.”

To help prevent the possible freeze-up of the

recoil starter and of the engine controls, proceed

as follows after each snow removal job.

How To Use A Clean-Out Tool:

• Release the auger drive lever.

• Pull out or remove the safety/ignition key.

• Disconnect the spark plug wire.

• Do not place your hands in the auger or dis-

charge chute. Use a clean-out tool to remove

snow or debris.

To Clear The Chute:

• Shut off the engine

• Wait 10 seconds to be sure that the impeller blades

have stop rotating.

• Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.

SNOW THROWING TIPS

1. This snow thrower will propel itself forward when

the handle is raised enough to cause the auger

blades to contact the ground. The auger should

stop when auger control bar is released. If it does

not stop, see “How To Adjust The Auger Control

Cable” in the Maintenance section.

2. Most efficient snow throwing is accomplished when

the snow if removed immediately after it falls.

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3. For complete snow removal, slightly overlap

leach previous path.

4. When possible, discharge the snow down wind.

5. The distance the snow will be discharged can

be adjusted by moving the discharge chute

deflector. Raise the deflector for more distance

or lower the deflector for less distance.

6. In windy conditions, lower the chute deflector

to direct the discharged snow close to the

ground where it is less likely to blow into un-

wanted areas.

7. For safety and to prevent damage to the snow

thrower, keep the area to be cleared free of

stones, toys, and other foreign objects.

8. Do not use the auger propelling feature when

clearing gravel or crushed rock driveways. Move

the handle down to slightly raise the auger.

9. The forward speed of the snowthrower is depen-

dent on the depth and weight of the snow. Exper-

ience will establish the most effective method of

using the snow thrower under different conditions.

10. After each snow throwing job, allow the engine to

run for a few minutes. The snow and accumulated

ice will melt off the engine.

11. Clean the snowthrower after each use.

12. Remove ice, snow, and debris from the entire

snow thrower. Flush with water to remove all

salt or other chemicals. Wipe snow thrower dry.

Dry and Average Snow

1. Snow up to eight inches deep can be removed

rapidly and easily by walking at a moderate

rate. For snow drifts of a greater depth, slow

your pace to allow the discharge chute to dis-

pose of the snow as rapidly as the auger receives

the snow.

2. Plan to have the snow discharged in the direction

the wind is blowing.

Wet Packed Snow

Move slowly into wet, packed snow. It the wet,

packed now causes the auger to slow down or

the discharge chute begins to clog, back off and

begin a series of short back and forth jabs into

the snow. These short back and forth jabs, four

to six inches, will “belch” the snow from the chute.

Snow Banks And Drifts

In snow of great depth than the unit, use the

same “jabbing” technique described above. Turn

the discharge chute away from the snow bank.

More time will be required to remove snow of this

type than level snow.

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

SERVICE RECORDS

Fill in dates as you

complete regular

service.

Before

Each

Use

First

2

Hours

Every

5

Hours

Every

10

Hours

Every

25

Hours Each

SeasonBefore

StorageSERVICE DATES

Check And Tighten All Screws and Nuts √ √

Check Spark Plug √ √

Check DriveBelt√

Check Fuel √

Drain Fuel √

Lubricate Chute Control Flange √

Check Adjustment of Auger Control Cable √

Auger Drive Belt √

NOTE: Use the following maintenance section

to keep your unit in good operating condition.

All the maintenance for the engine is in the engine

manufacturer’s instructions. Before you start the

engine, read this book.

WARNING: Before you make an inspec-

tion, adjustment (except carburetor), or

repair, disconnect the wire from the spark plug.

EMISSIONS CONTROL

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions

control devices and systems may be performed by

any non-road engine repair establishment or indiv-

However, to obtain a “no charge” emissions control

service, the work must be performed by a factory author-

ized dealer. See the Emissions Warranty.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this snowthrower does not cover items

that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.

To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must

maintain the snow thrower as instructed in this manual.

ENGINE POWER RATING INFORMATION

The gross power rating for individual gas engine models

is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive

Engineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque Rating

Procedure), and rating performance has been obtained and

corrected in accordance with SAE J1995 (Revision 2002-05).

Torque values are derived at 3060 RPM; horsepower values

are derived at 3600 RPM. Actual gross engine power will be

lower and is aected by, among other things, ambient oper-

ating conditions and engine-to-engine variability. Given

both the wide array of products on which engines are

placed and the variety of environmental issues applicable

to operating the equipment, the gas engine will not develop

the rated gross power when used in a given piece of power

equipment (actual "on-site" or net power). This dierence

to due to a variety of factors including, but not limited to,

accessories (air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, carbur-

etor, fuel pump, etc.), application limitations, ambient oper-

ating conditions (temperature, humidity, altitude), and

engine-to-engine variability. Due to manufacturing and

capacity limitations, Briggs & Stratton may substitute

an engine of higher rated power for this Series engine.

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AFTER EACH USE

• Check for any loose or damaged parts.

• Tighten any loose fasteners.

• Check and maintain the auger.

• Check controls to make sure they are

functioning properly.

• If any parts are worn or damaged, replace

immediately.

• Check all safety and instruction decals

and labels. Replace any decals or labels

that are missing or cannot be clearly read.

HOW TO REMOVE THE TOP COVER

1. (Figure 5) Remove the discharge chute (1).

2. Remove the fuel cap.

3. Remove the two nuts and bolts (2) from the

front of the top cover (3).

4. Remove the two bolts (4) from the left and right

of the top cover (3).

5. Remove the eight screws (5) on the left and

right side of the top cover.

6. Remove the three screws (6) from the top

portion of the control panel.

LUBRICATION BEFORE STORAGE

(Figure 5) Lubricate the chute control ange (7). Apply

a clinging type of grease such as Lubriplate.

2

5

6

4

1

7

3

Figure 5

7. Carefully pull the rear of the top cover (4) up and

over the gas tank.

8. To install the top cover (4), reverse the above

steps.

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HOW TO ADJUST THE AUGER CONTROL

CABLE

The auger control is adjusted at the factory. During

normal use, the auger control cable can become

stretched and the auger drive lever will not pro-

perly engage or disengage the auger.

1. (Figure 6) Remove the “Z” hook (1) from the

auger drive lever (2).

2. (Figure 7)

cable adjustment bracket (2).

3. Push the bottom of the auger control cable (3)

through the cable adjustment bracket (2) until

the “Z” hook (6) can be removed.

4. Remove the “Z” hook (4) from the cable adjust-

ment bracket (2). Move the “Z” hook (4) down to

the next adjustment hole.

5. Pull the auger control cable (3) up through the

cable adjustment bracket (2).

6. Put the cable boot (1) over the cable adjustment

bracket (2).

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1

7. (Figure 6) Install the “Z” hook (1) to the

auger drive lever (2).

8. To check the adjustment, start the snowthrower.

Make sure the auger does not rotate when the

auger drive is released.

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2

3

4

HOW TO REMOVE THE BELT COVER

1. (Figure 8) If equipped, remove the heat shield (1)

from the rear of the belt cover (2).

2. Remove the four bolts and nuts (3) holding

the belt cover (2) to the auger housing.

3. Remove the one screw (4) holding the belt

cover (2) to the bottom cover (5).

4. To remove, hold the bottom portion of the

belt cover (2) and pull down and out.

5. To install the belt cover (2), reverse the above

steps.

Figure 6

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