Snapper 9560 manuale d’uso

OPERA T OR’S MANU AL Lar g e Frame Sno wthr o wer s 9524 Models Mfg. No. Description 1694853 95247E, 9.5HP Snowthrower 1694854 E95247, 9.5HP Snowthrower (CE) 9560 Models Mfg. No. Description 1694867 9560E, 9.5HP Snowthrower 1694914 9560EX, 9.5HP Snowthrower (CE) 10528 Models Mfg. No. Description 1694855 105287E, 10.5HP Snowthrower 1694856 E105287[...]

T able of Contents 1 CONTENTS: Safety Rules & Inf ormation T raining ............................................................2 Preparation ......................................................2 Operation .........................................................2 Children ...........................................................3 Clearing[...]

2 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[...]

3 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 5 AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEA TH • Read the operator's manual for operating and safety instructions. • Do not defeat the safety features of control. They are for your protection. • Keep machine properly maintained and serviced with all shields, guards, and protective devices in place. • Never allow children to operate snowthrowe[...]

Safety Icons 6 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[...]

Identification Numbers 7 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[...]

8 Features, Controls, & Operation 1 ,2.. 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 sectio[...]

Features & Controls 9 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. Norma[...]

Operation 10 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 handle on the machine. Do not operate the machine without the clean-out tool properly stored on the handle. 3. Check the engine oil level. Se[...]

Operation 11 4. Turn the choke knob (G) fully clockwise if engine is cold. (Do not choke a warm engine.) 5. Push the primer button (D) two times if engine is cold. (Do not prime a warm engine.) 6. Engine Mounted Electric Start: Press the starter button to crank the engine. Manual Start: Pull starter handle (C) rapidly to start the engine. Do not al[...]

Operation 12 Figure 2. Controls (from operator’s position) A. Speed Selector B. Traction & Free-Hand™ Control C. Auger Engage Control D. Chute Direction Control Knob E. Chute Direction Control Remote F. Remote Deflector Control A B C D F OPERA TING THE SNO WTHRO WER 1. Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction. 2. Set the speed se[...]

Operation 13 DEFLECT OR The distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlled by the position of the deflector. (Engine speed also affects distance of discharge.) The more the deflector is tilted UP, the farther snow will be thrown. Models with Chute Deflector Knob See Figure 3. 1. Loosen the deflector knob, tilt the deflector UP or DOWN. 2. Ret[...]

Operation 14 EASY TURN™ FREEWHEELING AND TRA CTION DRIVE LOCK While Clearing Snow: For easy turning when using the snowthrower, squeeze the Easy Turn™ lever (Figure 6). Engaging the Easy Turn™ lever releases the right traction wheel but allows the left wheel to continue driving (Figure 6). Releasing the Easy Turn™ lever automatically engage[...]

Storage 15 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, and [...]

16 Regular Maintenance A UGER GEAR CASE LUBRICA TION 1. Place the snowthrower on a level surface. 2. Remove the pipe plug (A, Figure 9). 3. Check the lubricant level. It should be level with the lower edge of the plug opening. If not, add The Dealer Line Winter Weight Worm Gear Oil (available from your dealer). 4. Re-install pipe plug, and tighten [...]

LUBRICA TION Remove wheels and grease axles once each year. Apply medium weight (10W) oil to points shown (See Figures 10-13). Apply 5W-50 synthetic motor oil to the friction disk drive hex shaft (A, Figure 11). Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts, pulley grooves, d[...]

Regular Maintenance 18 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. If the controls do not function properly, lubricate them. If lubrication does not[...]

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20 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 [...]

T roubleshooting 21 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 [...]

Adjustments 22 SPEED SELECT OR ADJUSTMENT 1. Loosen the two nuts (C, Figure 17). 2. Place the shift lever in 5th gear. 3. Push the lower rod into the housing and tighten the two nuts (C). Do not lift up or down on rods while tightening. Make sure the shoulders of the carriage bolts (B) are in the slots. 4. Always check traction drive tension and au[...]

Adjustments 23 TRA CTION DRIVE TENSION Initial Adjustment 1.With the drive lever released there should be no slack in the cable when moved slightly from side to side, but bellcrank arm remains in fully down position. 1. To adjust tension on the cable loosen adjustment hex nut (D, Figure 19) by holding the adjusting flats (A). Turn the adjustment sc[...]

Adjustments 24 MANU AL DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTR OL LINKA GE ADJUSTMENT Pinion Gear Adjustment If the discharge chute is difficult to operate, first lubricate the pinion gear (A, Figure 20) and ring gear (F). If it is still difficult to operate, adjust as follows: NOTE: If the discharge chute will not stay in position, adjust the pinion gear (A) closer[...]

Adjustments & Service 25 EASY TURN™ CABLE ADJUSTMENT If the Easy Turn™ cable has stretched, the gears will not disengage when the control lever is activated. Adjust the cable using the following procedure. 1. Turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug wire. 2. Loosen the jam nut (B, Figure 23). 3. Turn the adjustment nut (A) to lengt[...]

Adjustments & Service 26 BEL T REPLA CEMENT 1. Turn off the engine, remove the spark plug wire, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Rotate the spout full right. Loosen the two screws (B, Figure 25) securing the belt cover. 2. Tilt the cover forward and work it off the snowthrower. 3. Move the belt guides (B, Figure 26) by loosening the two c[...]

Service 27 Figure 28. Belt Pattern (viewed from front) A. Engine Pulley B. Drive Belt C. Idler Pulley D. Driven Pulley E. Engine Belt Stops F. Auger Pulley Belt Stops (Power Boost Units Only) B C A E E F F D 6. Reverse the procedure to install the belts. Be sure there are no twists and the belts are properly seated in the grooves. Adjust the belt s[...]

Specifications 28 ENGINE: 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) 10.5 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Intek Snow Horsepower 10.5 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 18.6 Cu. in (305 cc) Oil Capacity 28 oz. (,84 L[...]

29 Parts & Accessories 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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