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                        Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for 
 
TWO STAGE 
LARGE FRAME 
SNOW THROWER 
SERIES 6 
 
MODELS 
8246 11306 
9266E  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION 
 
9 26 6 E 
 
  
ENGINE HP ELECTRIC START 
AUGER WIDTH SERIES DESIGNATION 
 
8 – 8.0 Engine HP (Engine Horse Power 24 – 24” Auger Width 6 – Series Designation 
9 – 9.0 Engine HP (Engine Horse Power) 26 – 26” Auger Width E – Electric Start 
11 – 11.0 Engine HP (Engine Horse Power) 30 – 30” Auger Width  
 
 
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                        IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS    WARNING: This powerful machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury  and damage! Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in serious injury to the operator or  other persons. The owner of the snow thrower must understand these instructions and, furthermore, must  allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate snow thrower. Each person operating the  snow thrower must be of sound m
                    
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                        IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS    OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE  (Continued From Previous Page) 1. DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside  7. DO NOT put hands or feet near or under where fumes may reach an open flame, spark,  rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge or pilot light as in a water heater, furnace,  opening at all times. clothes dryer or other gas appliance. Allow  8. Start engine only where exhaust fumes will be engine to cool before storing machine in an
                    
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                        TABLE OF CONTENTS    SECTION 1 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................... 2-3    TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................ 4    SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....................................... 5-10   Introduction................................................................................................................. 5   Pre-start Checklist..........................................................................
                    
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                        Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS    1.1 INTRODUCTION  Before starting machine, visually check location of all operational controls and identify major parts discussed in  Operator’s Manual.     REMOTE DEFLECTOR   CONTROL (26” & 30” MODELS)  DISCHARGE CHUTE  HIGH SPEED IMPELLER  CONTROL  SPEED CONTROL LEVER  TRACTION CLUTCH  BLOWER CLUTCH  CONTROL LEVER  CONTROL LEVER  HEAD LIGHT   (26” & 30” MODELS)  COLLECTOR AUGERS  DISCHARGE  DEFLECTOR  CAP  CONTROL PANEL  FUEL TANK  IMPELLER HOUSING  DISCHA
                    
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                        Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS    2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST  WARNING  Make the following checks and perform the service  Use approved fuel container. DO NOT smoke near  required before each start-up.  2.1.1. Check engine oil and add oil as needed to open fuel container. DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors or  when engine is running. Allow engine to cool for at  bring level up to the FULL mark. Refer to engine  owner’s manual for oil specifications. least ten minutes before refilling. Wipe off any  
                    
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                        Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS    2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST  2.1.9. Check the AC electrical outlet that will be  used and make sure it is a polarized outlet. The  machine has a polarized plug (one blade of plug is  wider than the other) that will accept a polarized  extension cord. The extension cord will fit into a  MOVE CHOKE TO THE  “ON” POSITION  polarized outlet (receptacle) only one way. If plug  does not fit fully into your outlet, reverse the plug. If  it still does not fit, contact a
                    
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                        Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS    2.2 STARTING, OPERATION & STOPPING  WHEEL DRIVE  AUGER/IMPELLER   (RECOIL START MODELS)  CONTROL  CONTROL   (Go to Page 9 for Electric Start Models)  (Continued From Previous Page)    2.2.2. PROPELLING SNOW THROWER  IMPORTANT: This snow thrower has six forward  speeds and one reverse speed.  1. Move ground speed control to the desired  speed position. See Figure 2.5.  2. Proceed to Section 2.2.4. to engage wheel  drive.  GROUND SPEED CONTROL  DEFLECTOR CONTR
                    
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                        Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS    2.2 STARTING, OPERATION & STOPPING 2.2.7. ENGINE    (RECOIL START MODELS) 1. Turn fuel shut off valve to the “ON” position.  Refer to Figure 2.3.    2.2.6. STOPPING - ENGINE, AUGER & WHEEL 2. Insert key into ignition switch. See Figure 2.8.  DRIVE 3. Connect the power cord to the starter switch  box on the engine, then plug the other end into 120  Stop the auger/impeller and wheel drive by  releasing the auger/impeller and wheel drive volt AC receptacle.   4
                    
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                        Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS    2.2 STARTING, OPERATION & STOPPING 2.2.12. FREE WHEEL MACHINE  Snow Thrower can be transported without engine   (ELECTRIC START MODELS)  running and transmission drag.   (Go to Page 7 for Recoil Start Models)  1. Remove hair pins and clevis pins from both  (Continue From Previous Page)  wheel axles. Remove wheels from axle. Apply a    liberal amount of axle grease to the axle to allow  WARNING  the wheel to rotate freely.  2. Slide wheel inward toward main c
                    
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                        Section 3 - MAINTENANCE    3.1 INTRODUCTION 3.3 GENERAL LUBRICATION  To retain the quality of the snow thrower, use only  Lubricate machine as instructed before and after  genuine SNAPPER replacement parts. Contact a  operation each season.  local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service    assistance. For the correct part or information for a  3.3.1. GEAR CASE, AUGER SHAFT and AUGER  particular snow thrower, always mention model and  BEARING LUBRICATION  serial number.      1. Before each season of
                    
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                        Section 3 - MAINTENANCE    3.4 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON)     Perform all maintenance as described in the  maintenance schedule.     3.4.1. Engine    Refer to engine owner’s manual for service    instructions.    3.4.2. Spark Plug    Refer to engine owner’s manual for service    instructions.        3.5 STORAGE PROCEDURE    Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for directions    regarding engine storage preparations. Prepare the snow    thrower for “end of season” storage as follows:        1. D
                    
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                        Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS    4.1.2. AUGER BELT IDLER PULLEY  WARNING  ADJUSTMENT  DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, NOTE: To adjust the idler pulley and properly tension  service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger. the auger belt, the auger control cable adjustment  Stop engine. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug must first be loosened as described in the following  wire and secure wire away from spark plug. step. Cable adjustment must be checked after  completing the 
                    
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                        Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS    6. Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive  WARNING  system area. Secure machine in the tilted position  DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance,  to prevent tipping over. Remove drive system cover  service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger.  plate. See Figure 4.5.  Stop engine. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug    wire and secure wire away from spark plug. Before  tilting machine, drain all the fuel from fuel tank.  Allow engine to run, ou
                    
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                          Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS    6. Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive  WARNING  system area. Secure machine in the tilted position  DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance,  to prevent tipping over. Remove drive system cover  service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger.  plate. See Figure 4.7.  Stop engine. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug    wire and secure wire away from spark plug. Before  tilting machine, drain all the fuel from fuel tank. Allow  engine to run, 
                    
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                          Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS    4.1.5. SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT   NOTE: It is recommended to raise the auger/impeller   housing when clearing rough or graveled surfaces. To   raise auger/impeller the skid shoes should be lowered.      1. Tilt machine up and place a wooden block under   auger/impeller housing.   2. Loosen bolts on both skid shoes. Move shoes   down to raise auger/impeller housing or move skid   shoes up to lower auger/impeller housing. See Figure   4.8.      SCRAPER BLADE      
                    
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                          Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS    4.1.6. SINGLE HANDLE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT 2. Check position of the cam lock. It must align with   the adjusting line located on the cam lock bracket.  IMPORTANT: Standing in the operator’s position, the left 3. To adjust, loosen the nuts on the cable guide  handle bar lever is for wheel drive engagement and support bracket and move the bracket in or out until  disengagement. The right handle bar lever is for the cam lock aligns with the adjusting line. Retight
                    
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                          Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS    4.1.7. AUGER SHEAR BOLT REPLACEMENT  IMPORTANT: If engine is operating correctly and  auger/impeller drive belt is not damaged or  WORM GEAR  severed, but the auger/impeller does not rotate it is  possibly the auger/impeller shaft shear bolt.   RING GEAR  1. Remove shear bolt and nut from auger. Discard  old shear bolt and nut. DO NOT reuse bolt or nut  under any circumstances. Always replace existing  hardware with genuine Snapper new replacement  shear bol
                    
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                          TROUBLESHOOTING    PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION  Engine Will Not Start  1. Fuel tank empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel/oil mix.  2. Engine needs choking and priming. 2. Move choke control to “CHOKE” position. Push  Using Recoil Starter  primer bulb three times.   3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug.   4. Fuel shut off valve closed. 4. Move fuel shut off valve to the on position.  Engine Will Not Start  1. Power extension cord not plugged
                    
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                            3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY    For three (3) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through  any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found  upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.    For ninety (90) days from purchase date for the original purchaser's commercial, rental, or other non-residential use,