Simplicity 520M, 520E - Manual

Page 2 - Table of Contents; WARNING

1 Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information Training ...................................................................2 Preparation .............................................................2 Operation ................................................................2 Children ..............

Page 3 - TRAINING

2 This machine is capable to amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Read these safety rules andfollow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injuryor death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. The triangle in ...

Page 4 - EMISSIONS; S a f e t y R u l e s; CHILDREN

3 8. Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor- age preparations before storing the unit for both shortand long term periods. 9. Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper start-up procedures when returning the unit toservice. 10. Maintain or replace safety and instruction l...

Page 5 - P r o d u c t I d e n t i f i c a t i o n; LLEE; Identification Numbers

4 P r o d u c t I d e n t i f i c a t i o n ID Tag 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....

Page 6 - S a f e t y R u l e s & I n f o r m a t i o n; SAFETY DECALS

5 S a f e t y R u l e s & I n f o r m a t i o n SAFETY DECALS Safety warning decals are placed at strategic locations on the snowthrower as a constant reminder to the opera-tor of the most important safety precautions. All warning, caution and instructional messages on your snowthrow-er should b...

Page 8 - TOOLS REQUIRED; ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE

7 Assembling the Snowthrower TOOLS REQUIRED • Socket or Wrench Set • Pair of Pliers ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE If your unit was not previously assembled, see Figures 1and 2, and follow the steps below to assemble the unit: 1. Install the discharge chute on to the rotating ring located on the auger housing. ...

Page 9 - SNOWTHROWER CONTROLS; Deflector Controls; DANGER

8 Controls& Operation AugerControl ChuteDirectionControl Chute Deflector Clean-OutTool A B C D Engages auger when pulledback, and disengages augerwhen released. Rotates discharge chute todesired direction Controls vertical angle snow isthrown. Use to remove objects and clearthe chute or auger. F...

Page 10 - ENGINE & STARTING CONTROLS; Electric Start Units Only

9 Controls & Operation ENGINE & STARTING CONTROLS NOTE: Throttle - This snow thrower does NOT have a throttle for controlling operating speed of engine. The engine governor maintains operating speed for vary-ing snow removal conditions. Electric Start Units Only A. Electric Start Button - Th...

Page 11 - GENERAL OPERATION; CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP; OPERATIONAL WARNINGS; Clearing The Discharge Chute; Discharge Chute Adjustment

10 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 the fuel supply. Fill the tank no closer than 1/4 to 1/2 inch of top of tank to provide space for expan-sion. See your engine owner’s manual for fuel recom-...

Page 16 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Troubleshooting; REMOVING ENGINE COVER

TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Key is OFF 1. Turn Key to the ON position 2. Failure to prime cold engine 2. Press primer button twice and restart. 3. Out of fuel 3. Fill fuel tank 4. Choke OFF - cold engine 4. Turn Choke to ON. 5. Engine flooded 5. Turn Choke ...

Page 17 - Troubleshooting & Service; Adjusting the Cable; Checking the Adjustment.

16 Troubleshooting & Service Adjusting the Cable 1. Remove the engine cover. 2. Locate and loosen the lower locknut securing the auger control cable (shown in Figure 14). 3. To change the slack in the cable, turn the upper lock- nut slightly just until the slack between the spring and the expose...

Page 18 - REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT; REPLACING THE SCRAPER BLADE; SERVICING THE SPARK PLUG

17 Troubleshooting & Service REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT 1. Remove engine key from switch. 2. Remove belt and engine covers. 3. Move the auger control on the handle and slip the belt out from between the brake lever and roller andaway from the idler pulley. 4. Remove the belt from the engine and au...

Page 19 - DIMENSIONS; Specifications

18 ENGINE: 5 HP* Tecumseh Make Tecumseh Model HSK 850 Horsepower* 5 @ 4000 rpm Displacement 8.46 Cu. in (139 cc) Oil Mixture 50:1 CHASSIS: Spout Rotation 220 Depress Auger Diameter 9” (22.9cm) Tire Size 7” x 1.5” (17.8cm x 3.8cm) DIMENSIONS Effective Clearing 20” (51cm) Width Length 42” (107cm) Heig...

Simplicity 520M, 520E - Manual

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