Snapper E175246 - Manuals

Identification Numbers When contacting your authorized dealer for replace-ment parts, service, or information you MUST havethese numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identi-fication numbers, and engine serial numbers in thespace provided for easy access. These numbers can befound i...

6 Safety Decals Part No. 1733057 Discharge Chute Danger Decal Part No. 1727207 Discharge Chute Danger Decal Part No. 1727208 Auger Danger Decal Part No. 7100821 WARNING / Main Dash Decal, North American Models Part No. 7100822 WARNING / Main Dash Decal, CE Models 1726946 Auger Disengage Auger Engage...

Warning: Read Operator’s Manual. Read and understand the Operator’sManual before using this machine. CE Safety Icons & Compliance Specs Danger: Thrown Objects. This machine is capable of throwingobjects and debris. Keep bystandersaway. Warning: Remove Key BeforeServicing. Remove the key, disconn...

8 Features, Controls, &Operation Please take a momentand familiarize yourself with thename, location, andfunction of these controls so that you will better understand thesafety and operatinginstructions provided inthis manual. 1,2.. ALL MODELS

9 Features & Controls Fuel Fuel tank filler cap (see illustration). Note: The fuel shutoff valve is located under the fuel tank. Close the valvewhen the snowthrower is not in use. Open the valvebefore starting. Starter Handle Used to pull-start the engine. Primer Button Primes carburetor for fas...

10 Engine Controls STARTING CONTROLS See Figure 1 for the following instructions. Units with Optional Electric Start A. Electric Start Button (North American Models) - The electric start button (A) activates an electricstarter mounted to the engine, eliminating the need topull the starter handle. Th...

Controls Figure 2. Operator's Control PositionA. Speed Selector C. Auger Control B. Drive Control D. Chute Direction Control Figure 3. Snowthrower ControlsA. Speed Selector E. Chute Deflector B. Drive Control F. Chute Deflector Knob C. Auger Control G. Skid Shoes D. Chute Control Knob H. Scraper Bar...

12 Operation GENERAL OPERATION CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-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 tool is attached to the handle on the machine. Do not oper-ate the machine without the clean-out tool properlystor...

Operation STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the fuel valve (B, Figure 4) to the ON position. 2. Turn the On/Off switch (G) to the ON position. 3. Insert the engine key (E) into the engine key slot and push fully in to the RUN position. 4. Fully close the choke (F) if engine is cold. (Do not choke a warm e...

14 Operation OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER 1. Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction. 2. Set the speed selector to the desired forward speed. 3. Fully press and hold the auger control (C, Figure 5) on the right-hand grip to begin auger rotation. To dis-engage the auger, completely release t...

Operation DEFLECTOR The distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlledby the position of the deflector (Figure 6). The more the deflector is tilted UP, the farther snow willbe thrown. Loosen the deflector knob, tilt the deflectorUP or DOWN, and then retighten the knob when thedesired angle has...

16 Operation Figure 9. Traction Drive Lock - Disengaged FREE-WHEELING ANDTRACTION DRIVE LOCK For easy turning when pushing the snowthrower, youcan disengage the traction drive at one or both wheelsby using the traction lock pins (See Figures 9 & 10). 1. Turn the unit off, remove the engine key, ...

17 Regular Maintenance CHECK AUGER GEAR CASE LUBRICATION 1. Place the snowthrower on a level surface. 2. Remove the pipe plug (Figure 12). 3. Check the lubricant level. It should be level with the lower edge of the plug opening. If not, add Benalene900 grease (available from your dealer). 4. Re-inst...

18 Maintenance Figure 13. Drive Area Lubrication Points (Bottom Cover Removed) A. Drive Disc C. Hex Shaft B. Friction Disc Figure 14. Snowthrower General Lubrication Points A B C Remove wheels and grease axles once each year. There are two grease fittings on the auger shaft. Wipethe fittings clean a...

Storage LUBRICATION CHECK / LUBRICATEFREE-HAND LINKAGE Check the function of the Free-Hand controls: the con-trols should function as described in the CONTROLSsection. It is critical for the safe operation of the unit that the controls disengage when released. If the controls do not function properl...

Troubleshooting,Adjustment, & Service 20 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine fails to start. 1. Key is OFF. 2. Failure to prime cold engine 3. Fuel valve is in CLOSED position. 4. Out of fuel. 5. Choke OFF - cold engine. 6. Engine flooded. 7. Spark plug not sparking. 8. Water in fuel, or old fu...

21 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Auger rotates, but snow is notthrown far enough 1. Chute deflector too low. 2. Ground speed too fast.3. Snowthrower discharge chute clogged. 4. Auger belt loose or worn. 1. Adjust deflector as necessary. 2. Use slower speed selector setting.3. STOP en...

22 Adjustments SPEED SELECTOR PIVOT ADJUSTMENT Adjust as follows: 1. Move the ground speed control (A, Figure 17) fully forward. 2. Loosen the hardware (B) securing the upper and lower shift rods. 3. Push the lower rod (C) down fully (into the housing). 4. Make sure the ground speed control (A) is i...

Adjustments MANUAL DISCHARGE CHUTECONTROL LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT Pinion Gear Adjustment If the discharge chute is difficult to operate, first lubricatethe pinion gear (A, Figure 19) and ring gear (E). If it isstill difficult to operate, adjust as follows: NOTE: If the discharge chute will not stay in po...

24 Adjustments Figure 21. Auger Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment Auger DriveClutch Cable Auger DriveClutch CableSpring AdjustmentHex Nut AUGER DRIVE CLUTCH CABLEADJUSTMENT The auger drive clutch cable should be adjusted so thatthere is no slack in the cable when moved slightly fromside to side. To adju...

Adjustments DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (Continued) If the auger drive slips (auger slows or doesn't rotate nor-mally while blowing snow), or stays engaged when thecontrol is disengaged — and the auger clutch cable hasbeen properly adjusted — the auger drive belt may beout of adjustment. Checking Auger Be...

26 Adjustments & Service DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (Continued) Adjusting Auger Belt Guide 1. With the auger control still fully depressed, adjust the auger belt guide(s) so that there is a 1/64” gap (1/32”Maximum) between the guide and the belt (Figures26), making certain the guide is NOT putting pr...

Service DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (Cont.) Traction Drive Belt Replacement (Cont.) 5. Reverse the procedure to install the new belt. Be sure there are no twists in the belt, and that the belt isproperly seated in the pulley grooves. 6. Replace the belt cover. 7. Start the unit, and check the traction dr...

28 Service SHEAR PIN REPLACEMENT Under most circumstances, if the auger strikes an objectwhich could cause damage to the unit, the shear pin willbreak. (This protects the gear box and other parts fromdamage.) The shear pins are located on the auger shaft as shownin Figure 30. To replace the shear pi...

29 Specifications ENGINE: 7.5 HP* Briggs & Stratton OHV Make Briggs & Stratton Model Intek Snow Horsepower 7.5 HP @ 3600 rpm Displacement 12.6 Cu. in (206 cc) Oil Capacity 20 oz. (,59 L) 7.5 HP* Briggs & Stratton OHV (Euro) Make Briggs & Stratton Model Intek Snow Horsepower 7.5 HP @ ...

30 Section TopicXXXX Replacement Parts & Accessories REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement parts are available from your authorizeddealer. Always use genuine Simplicity / Snapper ServiceParts. TECHNICAL MANUALS Additional copies of this manual are available, as well asfully illustrated parts lists. Thes...