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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
Single Stage
Snowthrower
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-IR-SX-N
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Table of Contents Regular Maintenance Safety Rules & Information Removing Belt Cover ............................................14 Training ...................................................................2 Lubrication ............................................................14 Preparation .............................................................2 Troubleshooting & Service Operation ................................................................2 Troubleshooting .....................
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Safety Rules & Information 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 which must be followed. TRAINING OPERATION 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the 1. Do not put hand
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Safety Rules 21. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for acci- 8. Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor- dents occurring to other people or property. age preparations before storing the unit for both short 22. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and and long term periods. above, are involved in a large percentage of power 9. Always follow the engine manual instructions for equipment-related injuries. These operators should proper start-up procedures when returning t
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S SA AM MP PL LE E Product Identification Identification Numbers ID Tag PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA Model Description Name/Number Unit MFG Number Unit SERIAL Number When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number ment parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Dealer Name Date Purchased Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identi- fication numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access. These n
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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 damaged, replace them at once. They can be purchased from your local dealer. Part No. 1716672 Part No. 1716669 Auger Control Decal Main Dash Decal (Electric St
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Safety Rules & Information International Symbols FAST CHOKE IGNITION KEY SLOW PRIMER RUN STOP ELECTRIC START 6
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Assembling the Snowthrower TOOLS REQUIRED Socket or Wrench Set A Pair of Pliers ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE C If your unit was not previously assembled, see Figures 1 D 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 E B 5/16 inch carriage bolts, flat washers and nylock nuts found in the parts bag (the bolt heads go to inside of of the rotating ring, with washers and nuts on the out- si
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Controls & Operation SNOWTHROWER CONTROLS A Auger Control C A. Auger Control - This control engages and disen- gages the auger. Pull the control back against handle to engage the auger, (this will pull snowthrower for- ward if auger is in contact with the ground). Release B the auger control to stop rotation of auger. Deflector Controls B. Chute Direction Control - The chute direction con- trol (B, Figures 4 & 5) allows the discharge chute to be rotated to throw snow in the desired direction. D
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Controls & Operation ENGINE & STARTING CONTROLS C NOTE: Throttle - This snow thrower does NOT have a throttle for controlling operating speed of engine. The B engine governor maintains operating speed for vary- ing snow removal conditions. Electric Start Units Only A. Electric Start Button - The electric start Button (A, Figure 6) activates an electric starter mounted to the engine, eliminating the need to pull the starter han- dle. The electric start button operates on 120 Volts E AC, which is
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Controls & Operation GENERAL OPERATION WARNING CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP OPERATIONAL WARNINGS 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, Clearing The Discharge Chute bolts and clips are secure. To avoid serious injury, do not put your hands 2. Check the fuel supply. Fill the tank no closer than 1/4 into the auger housing or discharge chute. If the to 1/2 inch of top of tank to provide space for expan- auger stalls or chute becomes plugged, use the sion. See your engine owner’s m
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Controls & Operation FUEL AND OIL MIXTURE WARNING The snowthrower uses a two cycle engine that requires a mixture of fuel (gasoline) and oil for lubrication of engine Gasoline is highly flammable and must be bearings and other moving parts. handled with care. Follow these fuel handling precautions: The correct fuel/oil mixture ratio is 50 to 1. Use fuel/oil mixture chart shown. Use an approved fuel container. NOTE: To prevent damage to engine, carefully DO NOT run the unit indoors. DO NOT
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Controls & Operation 7. Disconnect power cord from household receptacle STARTING THE ENGINE and then from starter switch on snowthrower. Store NOTE: The snowthrower engine is designed to operate cord in a dry, convenient place. at cold temperatures. Avoid operating the snowthrower if 8. To stop engine, turn engine key to the OFF position. air temperature is 40° C or warmer since engine may vapor lock and stop running after a short time. Engine Manual (Recoil) Starting Steps will be difficult to
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Controls & Operation OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER AFTER EACH USE Before operating snowthrower, review the Checks Before Allow snow thrower to run a few minutes after clearing Each Use under General Operation on page 8 of this snow to reduce the likelihood of parts freezing while manual. machine is not is use. 1. Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction. If you will be storing the unit for the season, see the STORAGE section for instructions on properly preparing 2. Pull the Auger Control
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Regular Maintenance Removing Belt Cover In order to perform proper lubrication, it is necessary to remove the Belt cover from the lower left of the Screws snowthrower. 1. Remove the Engine Key from the switch. 2. Remove the fours screws securing the belt cover (see Figure 8). 3. Remove the cover. Figure 8. Removing Belt Cover 4. Perform lubrication (see below). 5. Reinstall belt cover (reverse steps 3 to 1 above.) LUBRICATION Note: The drive pulley end of auger shaft is supported by a sealed ba
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Troubleshooting & Service 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 to OFF; try starting 6. Spark Plug not sparking 6. Check Gap. Gap plug, clean electrode, or replace as necessary 7. Water in fuel, or old fuel 7. Drain tank (Dispose of fuel
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Troubleshooting & Service Lift Cover from Rear of unit Locknuts Spring Insert front Align rear tabs first when tabs & side of cover when reinstalling reinstalling. cover. Figure 13. Cover Removal & Installation Figure 14. Auger Control Cable AUGER CONTROL Adjusting the Cable CABLE ADJUSTMENT 1. Remove the engine cover. The length of the auger control cable is adjustable. 2. Locate and loosen the lower locknut securing the However, it will seldom be necessary to change the auger control cable (
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Troubleshooting & Service REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT 1. Remove engine key from switch. 2. Remove belt and engine covers. Idler 3. Move the auger control on the handle and slip the Pulley Engine belt out from between the brake lever and roller and Pulley away from the idler pulley. 4. Remove the belt from the engine and auger pulleys. 5. Install new belt around engine and auger pulleys and under idler pulley. The ribbed side of the belt must be to the inside, against auger and engine pulleys. 6. Sl
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Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. * Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. ENGINE: CHASSIS: Spout Rotation 220 Depress Auger Diameter 9” (22.9cm) 5 HP* Tecumseh Tire Size 7” x 1.5” (17.8cm x 3.8cm) Make Tecumseh Model HSK 850 DIMENSIONS Horsepower* 5 @ 4000 rpm Displacement 8.46 Cu. in (139 cc) Effective Clearing 20” (51cm) Oil Mixture 50:1 Widt
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