Simplicity E105308E manual

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    Print V endor Instructions Ho w to use this file Operator’ s Manuals P aper Size: • 11x17 • Body - 50 lbs brilliant white offset or equivalent • Cov er - on pre-printed two tone “Sw ash” stock. Press: • Body - 1 color , 2-sided • Cov er - 1 color , 1 sided Bindery: • Saddle stitch, face trim *if too thic k f or saddle stitch, tape[...]

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    THIS P A GE INTENTIONALL Y BLANK (FOR PLA CEMENT ONL Y - DO NO T PRINT)[...]

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    OPERA T OR’S MANU AL Lar g e Frame Sno wthr o wer s 8526 Models Mfg. No. Description 1694984 L8526E, 8.5HP Snowthrower 1695082 L8526EX, 8.5HP Snowthrower (CE) 1694993 85268E, 8.5HP Snowthrower 1695093 E85268E, 8.5HP Snowthrower (CE) 9528 Models Mfg. No. Description 1694985 L9528E, 9.5HP Snowthrower 1695083 L9528EX, 9.5HP Snowthrower (CE) 1694994 [...]

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    T able of Contents 1 CONTENTS: Safety Rules & Inf ormation General ............................................................2 T raining ............................................................4 Preparation ......................................................4 Operation .........................................................4 Children[...]

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    2 TP 600-3606-05-LW-SMA Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manu- factured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is mis- used, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember[...]

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    3 Moving Parts This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if you are standing in the operator’s position, and follow all the rules in this book, the unit is safe to operate. The auger and impeller have spinning parts that can amputate hands and feet. Do not allow anyone near the equipment while it is runnin[...]

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    4 This machine is capable to amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings wh[...]

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    5 8. Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor- age preparations before storing the unit for both short and long term periods. 9. Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper start-up procedures when returning the unit to service. 10. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary. 11. Keep nuts and bolts tigh[...]

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    Decals 6 DECALS This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- vide 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 knowl- edge to operate this equipment safely and effectively, we[...]

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    Decals 7 Part No. 1733059 - DANGER / WARNING Main Dash Decal, CE, w/o Easy Turn Part No. 1733060 - DANGER / WARNING Main Dash Decal, CE, w/ Easy Turn Part No. 1732618 Shift Decal Part No. 1727208 Auger Danger Decal Part No. 1727207 Discharge Chute Danger Decal Part No. 1733443 Chute Release ALL MODEL DECALS CE MODEL DECALS[...]

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    Safety Icons 8 WARNING: READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this machine. DANGER: THROWN OBJECTS. This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. WARNING: REMOVE KEY BEFORE SERVICING. Remove the key, disconnect spark plug wire, and consult technical litera- ture before per[...]

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    Identification Numbers 9 When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- ment parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identi- fication numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access. These numbers can be found in the locations shown. NOTE: For location[...]

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    10 Features, Controls, & Operation CONTR OL LOCA TIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, and driving require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. Spe[...]

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    Features & Controls 11 Fuel Fuel tank filler cap (see illustration). Note: The fuel shut off valve is located under the fuel tank or on the front of the engine. Close the valve when the snowthrower is not in use. Open the valve before starting. Primer Button When pressed, the primer button provides initial fuel to help start a cold engine. Norm[...]

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    Operation 12 GENERAL OPERA TION CHECKS BEFORE EA CH ST ART -UP 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, bolts and clips are secure. 2. Check to make sure that the clean-out is attached to the auger housing. Do not operate the machine with- out the clean-out tool properly stored on the auger housing. 3. Check the engine oil level. S[...]

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    Operation 13 ST ARTING CONTR OLS See Figure 1 for the following instructions. Electric Start A. Electric Start Button - The Electric Start Button (A) activates an electric starter mounted to the engine, eliminating the need to pull the starter han- dle. The Electric Start Button operates on 120 Volts AC, which is provided by connection to the exten[...]

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    Operation 14 5. When BOTH levers are depressed, the Free-Hand™ Control is activated. This allows Auger Engage Control to be released — YET AUGER ROTATION WILL CONTINUE — until the Free-Hand™ Control is released. 6. Select forward or reverse speeds as needed using the Speed Selector (A, Figure 2). Release both con- trol levers before changin[...]

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    Operation 15 GR OUND SPEED SELECT OR Use the speed selector (A, Figure 2) to control the drive speed of the snowthrower. There are five forward speeds and two reverse speeds. Use the lower speeds to blow deep or wet snow. Use the higher speeds to blow light snow or to drive the snow- thrower without blowing snow. To change speeds, release the auger[...]

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    Operation 16 EASY TURN™ FREEWHEELING AND TRA CTION DRIVE LOCK While Clearing Snow: For easy turning when using the snowthrower, squeeze the Easy Turn™ lever (Figure 5). Engaging the Easy Turn™ lever releases the left traction wheel but allows the right wheel to continue driving (Figure 5). Releasing the Easy Turn™ lever automatically engage[...]

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    Operation 17 AFTER EA CH USE Normal use of the snowthrower may result in a build-up of packed snow in and around the starter cord housing and around engine controls. Heat from the engine will usually prevent the snow from freezing solid while the unit is running, but after the engine is shut down, some snow may continue melting from engine heat, an[...]

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    18 Regular Maintenance A UGER GEAR CASE LUBRICA TION 1. Place the snowthrower on a level surface. 2. Remove the pipe plug (A, Figure 8). 3. Check the lubricant level. It should be level with the lower edge of the plug opening. If not, add Benalene grease. 4. Re-install pipe plug, and tighten securely. Figure 8. Auger Lubrication A. Pipe Plug Figure[...]

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    LUBRICA TION Remove wheels and grease axles once each year. Apply 5W-30 synthetic motor oil to the friction disk drive hex shaft (A, Figure 10). Apply medium weight (10W) oil to points shown (See Figures 9-12). Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts, pulley grooves, dr[...]

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    Regular Maintenance 20 CHECK / LUBRICA TE FREE-HAND LINKA GE Check the function of the Free-Hand controls: the con- trols should function as described in the CONTROLS section. It is critical for the safe operation of the unit that the controls disengage when released. Lubricate as shown in figure 13. Figure 13. Lubricate Free Hand Control Figure 14[...]

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    22 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, Service W ARNING Before performing any adjustment or service to snowthrower, stop the engine and wait for moving parts to stop. Remove the key. To prevent accidental starting, disconnect the spark plug wire and fasten away from the plug. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CA USE REMED Y Engine fails to start. 1. Key is OFF. 1. Push [...]

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    T roubleshooting 23 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CA USE REMED Y Auger rotates, but snow is not thrown far enough 1. Chute deflector too low. 1. Adjust deflector as necessary. 2. Engine speed too slow. 2. Set speed to full throttle. 3. Ground speed too fast. 3. Use slower speed selector setting. 4. Snowthrower discharge chute clogged. 4. STOP engine and REMOVE [...]

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    Adjustments 24 A UGER DRIVE ADJUSTMENT 1. Check that the auger cable (A, Figure 15) is on top of cable button (B) as show in Figure 15. 2. With the drive lever released, the hook (B, Figure 16b) should barely touch the lever (C) without raising it. There can be a maximum 1/32” clearance as shown. 3. To adjust, loosen nut (D) by holding the adjust[...]

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    Adjustments 25 Note: If the cable is too slack the unit will not drive. If the cable is too tight the drive will be engaged without push- ing the handles down. 4. Slide the cable boot (A) over the cable adjustment bracket. Run-In Adjustment ALL MODELS 1. After 5 hours of use, check for proper adjustment. Readjust clutch cable if necessary by increa[...]

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    Adjustments 26 Figure 20. Cable Adjustment A. Adjustment Nut B. Jam Nut A B Figure 21. Belt Cover A. Belt Cover B. Screws A B B Figure 22. Auger Belt Deflection A. Engine Drive Pulley B. Idler Pulley (Engaged Position) C. Auger Drive Pulley D. Nut E. Auger Belt B C A 1/2” (12.5mm) Deflection EASY TURN™ CABLE ADJUSTMENT If the Easy Turn™ cable[...]

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    Adjustments & Service 27 Figure 23. Shear Pins A. Shear Pins B. Cotter Pins A B A B SHEAR PIN REPLA CEMENT Under most circumstances, if the auger strikes an object which could cause damage to the unit, the shear pin will break. (This protects the gear box and other parts from damage.) The shear pins are located on the auger shaft as shown in Fi[...]

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    Service 28 BEL T REPLA CEMENT A ug er Drive Belt The drive belts are of special construction and must be replaced with original factory replacement belts available from your nearest authorized service center. Some steps require the assistance of a second person. If the auger drive belt is damaged, the snow thrower will not discharge snow. Replace t[...]

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    Adjustments & Service 29 Figure 29. Frame and Axle Housing A. Upper Capscrews B. Lower Capscrews C. Auger Housing D. Frame B Figure 27. Spout Rotator Rod A. Special Nut B. Cover C. Hair Pin D. Spout Rotator Rod A B C D A B D A D C Figure 28. Install Spout Rotator Rod A. Hex Dash Opening B. Spout Rotator Rod 15. Index or point the spout rotator [...]

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    Service 30 T raction Drive Belt If the snow thrower will not move forward, check the trac- tion drive belt for wear or damage. If the traction drive belt is worn or damaged, replace the belt as follows. 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire. 2. Remove the auger drive belt. See “How To Remove The Auger Drive Belt” in the Service section. 3. Remove t[...]

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    Specifications 31 ENGINE: 8.5 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Power Built Horsepower 8.5 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 15.2 Cu. in (249 cc) Oil Capacity 19 oz. (,56 L) 9.5 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Intek Snow Horsepower 9.5 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 18.6 Cu. in (305 cc) Oil Capacity 28 oz. (,84 L)[...]

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    Parts & Accessories 32 REPLA CEMENT P ARTS Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity / Snapper Service Parts. TECHNICAL MANU ALS Additional copies of this manual are available, as well as fully illustrated parts lists. These manuals show all of the product’s components in exploded views (3D ill[...]

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    © Copyright 2006, Briggs & Stratton. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA. MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.SimplicityMfg.com PRODUCTS 535 Macon Street McDonough, GA 30253 www.Snapper.com[...]