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Simplicity 520M, 520E manual

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    OPERA T OR’S MANU AL Single Sta g e Sno wthr o wer 520M Models Mfg. No. Description 1694585 520M, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start 7085663 SS5201R, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start 520E Models Mfg. No. Description 1694586 520E, 5HP Snowthrower, Electric Start 7085664 SS5201E, 5HP Snowthrower, Electric Start Manual No 7100194 I.R. 6/10/2005 TP 100-5072-[...]

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    1 T able of Contents Safety Rules & Information Training ...................................................................2 Preparation .............................................................2 Operation ................................................................2 Children ............................................................[...]

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    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[...]

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    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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    4 Product Identification ID Tag 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 l[...]

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    5 Safety Rules & Information 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 decals are lost or dam[...]

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    6 Safety Rules & Information International Symbols F AST SLOW STOP CHOKE PRIMER ELECTRIC ST ART IGNITION KEY RUN[...]

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    7 Assembling the Snowthrower T OOLS REQUIRED • Socket or Wrench Set • Pair of Pliers ASSEMBL Y PR OCEDURE If your unit was not previously assembled, see Figures 1 and 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. Secure with the three 5/16 inch carriage b[...]

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    8 Controls & Operation Auger Control Chute Direction Control Chute Deflector Clean-Out Tool A B C D Engages auger when pulled back, and disengages auger when released. Rotates discharge chute to desired direction Controls vertical angle snow is thrown. Use to remove objects and clear the chute or auger. Figure 5. Snowthrower Controls A B C SNO [...]

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    9 Controls & Operation ENGINE & ST AR TING CONTR OLS 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 Star t Units Only A. Electric Start Button - The electric start Button (A, Figure 6) activat[...]

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    10 GENERAL OPERA TION CHECKS BEFORE EA CH ST AR T -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- mendations. 3. Check the auger control (s[...]

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    11 FUEL AND OIL MIXTURE The snowthrower uses a two cycle engine that requires a mixture of fuel (gasoline) and oil for lubrication of engine bearings and other moving parts. The correct fuel/oil mixture ratio is 50 to 1. Use fuel/oil mixture chart shown. NOTE: To prevent damage to engine, carefully observe recommended fuel to oil mixing ratio and p[...]

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    12 Controls & Operation ST AR TING THE ENGINE NOTE: The snowthrower engine is designed to operate at cold temperatures. Avoid operating the snowthrower if air temperature is 40° C or warmer since engine may vapor lock and stop running after a short time. Engine will be difficult to start in warm weather. Electric Starting Steps Note: The elect[...]

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    13 OPERA TING THE SNO WTHRO WER Before operating snowthrower, review the Checks Before Each Use under General Operation on page 8 of this manual. 1. Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction. 2. Pull the Auger Control back against the handle to engage the auger. NOTE: The snowthrower will be pulled forward by the auger when the auger cont[...]

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    Figure 11. Grease the Discharge Chute Ring Lubricate Flange Regular Maintenance 14 Remo ving Belt Co ver In order to perform proper lubrication, it is necessary to remove the Belt cover from the lower left of the snowthrower. 1. Remove the Engine Key from the switch. 2. Remove the fours screws securing the belt cover (see Figure 8). 3. Remove the c[...]

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    TR OUBLESHOO TING 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 to OFF; try starting 6. Spark Plug not sparking [...]

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    16 T roubleshooting & 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 exposed cable has been eliminated. 4. Tighten the lower[...]

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    17 T roubleshooting & Service REPLA CING THE DRIVE BEL T 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 and away from the idler pulley. 4. Remove the belt from the engine and auger pulleys. 5. Install new belt around engine[...]

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    18 ENGINE: 5 HP* T ecumseh 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) Height 42” (107cm) Weight 75 lbs (34kg) N[...]

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    MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.simplicitymfg.com © Copyright 2005, Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA. PRODUCTS, INC. McDonough, GA., 30253 www.snapper.com[...]