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    When you call the help-line you will need to have the following information: Date of Pu rchase: ___________ __________ __ Location of Purchase: ___________ __________ __ Serial # - Snow Blo wer: ___________ ____________ *Serial number is located on en g ine block below the start er. Snow blower and engine life is extended greatly by perfo rming fre[...]

  • Page 2

    V8.10.25.12 Snow BEAST Snow Blower 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Copyright© 2012 by GXi Outdoor Power, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this publi cation can be repro duced or distribute d without prior written permission of GXi Outdoor Power, LLC Clayton, NC 27520 USA. DEK is a registered tr ademark of GXi Outdoor P ower, LLC GXi Outdoor Power,[...]

  • Page 3

    Check out our other great products at www .HomeDepot.com or visit our web site at www .beastpowerequipment.com Turf Beast 36” & 54” Walk Behind Finish Mower BEAST SERIES Brush Master Chipper/Shredder with 2-Way Feed 100” Tow Behind Mower The Beast 36” Brush Mower Brush Beast 36” & 45” Snow Blower Snow Beast 54” & 62” Zer[...]

  • Page 4

    V8.10.25.12 Snow BEAST Snow Blower 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Contents Safety Information and Warnings ......................................................................... 1 Preparation Safety Precaut ions ............................................................................ 2 Operation Safety Precautions ..............................[...]

  • Page 5

    1 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Safety Information Emission Control System Information The U.S. and Califor nia Clean Air Acts EPA and California regu lations require all manufacturers to furnish written instruct ions describing the operati on and mainten ance of emission control systems. The following instructions [...]

  • Page 6

    2 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Preparation Safety Precautions Preparation—Safety Precautions 1. Inspect the area wher e the equipment is to be used and remove all object s such as rocks, mats, and wire which can be thr own by the machine causing serious injury or death. 2. Disengage all clutches and shift to neut[...]

  • Page 7

    3 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Operation Safety Precautions Equipment Operation—Safety Precautions 1. Do not operate the engine in a con fined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. Carbon monoxid e is odorless, tasteless, and can be fatal. 2. Never operate the snow bl ower without good visibil[...]

  • Page 8

    4 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Before attempting to use yo ur snow blower, make sure you are fam iliar with all of the components an d have read the manual. Need Help? Parts, Service and Technical Assistance cal l: (919)-550-3221 Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM EST www.beastpowerequipment.com DANGER: Do not bypass, modify, a[...]

  • Page 9

    5 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Safety Decals Safety Decal Identification The labels shown below ar e located on y our snow bl ower to warn you of pote ntial hazards and provide you with important safety information. If t hese decals become difficult to read or are missing from t he snow blower, please contact GXi[...]

  • Page 10

    6 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Product Specifications * Product Specifications may change without notice. Fea t ur e 30S B 3 6S B 45S B Product Typ e S now bl ow er S now blow e r Snow bl ow er Cleari n g Path 3 0” 36” 45 ” Engine 302c c 420cc 420c c Tor que 15.9 f t .lbs 20.7 f t .l bs 20.7 f t .lbs Engine[...]

  • Page 11

    7 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Control Panel and Snow Blower Components Throughout this manual, instructions ar e given on the operat ion of your SNOW BEAST snow blower. We recommend that while going through th is manual, you have your snow blower available for quick and easy access in order to orient yours elf wit[...]

  • Page 12

    8 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Missing Parts Request Form Name Phone Email Address IMPORT ANT : Please include your rece ipt. Without a receipt, your order will be delayed. Y ou ma y also email us at: customerservice@gxioutdoorpower .com Fax: (919)-550-3277 If emailing, please scan in your proof of purchase. Please[...]

  • Page 13

    9 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Assembly Instructions Step 1: Control Panel Handles 1. Align the two holes on e ach side of the contro l panel handles over the lower handle fr ame. 2. Insert the bolts through th e handlebar holes and frame holes. Secure in place with hardware prov ided. All bolt heads must face to t[...]

  • Page 14

    10 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 1. Locate the connection: The chute rotation cable connection is located at the base of the discharge chute between the engine and the discharge chute. 2. Slide the threaded end of the connector down the cable in order to easily s ee the end of the cable con- nection. The center sect[...]

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    11 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Step 4: Chute Direction Control Cable Support With the rubber lined one hole strap removed, put the chute direction control cable and the chute deflector cable into the opening, and press the strap together aligning the hole for the bolt. Secure strap to side of the engine. NOTE: Ro[...]

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    12 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Assembly Instructions Step 7: Auger and Transmission Control Cables Control cables are preset at the factory, but may req uire additional adjustment for optimal op eration. Contro l cables require periodic i nspection and maintenanc e to maintain opt imal performance. 1. Locate the b[...]

  • Page 17

    13 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 High Mark Step 10: Filling Oil and Gasoline 1. Fill the engine with SAE 5W-30 engine oil. Fill the engine with 1.2 to 1.5 quarts of oil. Fill up to the full level mark o n the dip stick. Do not overfill. When checking oil, remove dipstick, wipe completely clean, insert dipstick into[...]

  • Page 18

    14 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Starting the Engine DANGER: Exhaust contai ns poisonous car bon monoxide, a colorl ess and odorless gas. Breat hing exhaust can ca use loss of con sciousness an d may lead to death. Do not operate the engi ne in a confined spa ce where da ngerous carbo n monoxide fumes can collect. [...]

  • Page 19

    15 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Operating Instructions Transmission Control Your snow blower is equipped wit h an easily adjustable transmission control, which can be adjusted for forward and r everse speed. There are six forward and two reverse speeds. To change the spee d, pull the h andle out to th e right and m[...]

  • Page 20

    16 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Operating Instructions Chute Direction Control To rotate the chute to the right rot ate the chute c ontrol clockwise. To rotate the chute to the left rotat e the chute control counter-clockwise. Headlights To turn on the lights, flip the switch up. To turn off the lights, flip the [...]

  • Page 21

    17 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Operating Instructions Using your Snow Beast. The following tips will help ensure proper and long lasting use of your BEAST snow blower. ALWAYS wear proper safety equipment when operating the snow-blower, and make sure you dress appropriatel y for cold weather. Figure 1  Before[...]

  • Page 22

    18 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 General Maintenance The Importance of Maintenance Regular maintenance is essent ial to ensure your snow blower continues to deliver safe and high-quality performance. To help you properly care for your snow blower, the following pages include a r ecommended maintenan ce schedule, rou[...]

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    19 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Item Procedure Time Interval Break-in (first 5 hrs) Every 8 hrs (daily) Every 40 hrs (weekly) Every 100 hrs (Bi-weekly) Every 200 hrs (monthly) Belts Inspect Tension (adjust if needed) X X Augers/Impeller Inspect X Engine Air Filter Inspect X Engine Oil Check X Change 20-30 hrs Engi[...]

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    20 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Service Adjustments Adjusting Drive Cable If tension seems to be too loose or too tight the drive cables needs to be readjusted. 1. Loosen the bolt above where the cable screws in to the right side of the control panel. 2. Loosening the bolt enables the cable to screw in further, whi[...]

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    21 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Check & Replacing the Trans mission Drive Belt If belt needs to be changed or al tered for any reason, the belt is located in the front of the snow blower behind the discharge chute and in front of the wheels. 1. Remove the cover that is protecting the snow blower’s belts. Remo[...]

  • Page 26

    22 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Adjusting Discharge Deflector The discharge chute is preset at the factory, but may require adjustment over time or during maintenance. For adjustments, follow the procedure below: 1. Loosen the two nuts at th e chute cable mount on the discharge chute. 2. To make the chute open mor[...]

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    23 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Storage Instructions Short Term Storage  Let engine cool before stori ng and do not store near flame, high heat, and possible ignitions from sparks.  Always clean off all flammable material as well as grime and dirt befor e storage.  Wash with mild detergent and w[...]

  • Page 28

    24 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 T r oubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solution Engine will not start 1. Key in t he OFF position 2. Insufficient fuel in the tank 3. Air bubble in the fu el line 4. Fuel valve in OFF position 5. Choke not ON 6. Choke linkage out of adj ustment 7. Loose spark plug wire 8. Fouled [...]

  • Page 29

    25 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 T r oubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solution Snow blower will not move forward or reverse 1. Transmission cable out of adjustment (too loose) or damaged. 2. Friction wheel rubber worn 1. Readjust transmission cable If damaged, replace and readjust. 2. Replace friction wheel ass[...]

  • Page 30

    26 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Item # GXi Part Number Description 1 B0051 2 Discharge  chute  assembly,  SB  oran ge,  with  labels,  hand  guard,  hand  guard  spring,  deflec tor,  de flect or  seal,  plastic  rotation  ring,  c hute  mounts  and  sp[...]

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    27 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Ite m # GXi Pa r t Number De s c r i pt i on 1 B00512 Di sc har ge  chut e  asse m bly,  SB  ora ng e,  wi t h  la b e l s,  hand  guard,  hand  guard  sp ring,  def l ector ,  defl ector  sea l,  plas ti c  ro tatio n  ring,  chu[...]

  • Page 32

    28 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Item # GX i Par t Number De sc r i pt i o n 1 B00512 Di sc ha r ge  chute  assem bly,  SB  or an g e,  wi t h  lab e ls,  hand  guard,  hand  guard  spring,  def l ector ,  defl ector  seal,  plas ti c  rotatio n  ring,  chute [...]

  • Page 33

    29 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Chassis Assembly Reference Ite m # GXi Pa r t N um ber De s c r i p t i o n 1 B00112 Sno w  tire  and  ri m ,  SB ,  SS,  i nc l ude s  sh ou lder  bo l t  and  lo c k in g  nut 2 B 01110 Trans m i ss i on  bel t ,  tim i n g ?[...]

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    30 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Replacement Parts To order replacement parts, visit our web-si te at www.serviceandwarrantyonline.com Or dial Toll Free 1-800-393-0668 Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM OEM Replacement Parts Engine Parts GXi Part Number Description E10211 Fuel Primer Bulb Kit: Includ es primer bulb assembly, fue[...]

  • Page 35

    31 30SB, 36SB, 45SB Snow BEAST Snow BEAST Snow Blower V8.10.25.12 Limited W arranty & Service Length of Warranty: *(from the date of original retail purchas e) Noncommercial/ Nonrental Commercial Rental Engine 24 months 90 days 90 days Transmission 12 months 90 days 90 days Snow blower 12 months 90 days 90 days Products Covered b y this Warrant[...]