Snapper 520E - Manual

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....

5 Mfg. No.: 169XXXX Serial No.: XXXXX kW: XXX Engine RPM XXXX LpA: XXX dB(A) Vibration @ Wheel: XXX m/s² 2002 dB(A) Port Washington, WI USA 53074-0997 Simplicity Mfg. Inc. CE IDENTIFICATION TAG MARKINGS A. Manufacturer’s Identification NumberB. Manufacturer’s Serial Number C. Power Rating in Kilowat...

6 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 be carefully read and obeyed. If any of these decal...

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. ...

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...

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...

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-...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...