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Operator’s Manual
Single Stage
Snow Thrower
Models SB45 & SB55
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices .................................................................. 3 Assembling Your Snow Thrower ....................................................................... 5 Know Your Snow Thrower................................................................................. 7 Operating Your Snow Thrower .......................................................................... 8 Making Adjustments.................................
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate your snow thrower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol, heed its warning. DANGER: Your snow thrower was built to be operated according to the rules fo
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stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep Never operate the snow thrower without good away from plug to prevent accidental starting. visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing and Do not run engine indoors, except when starting keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run. engine and transporting snow thrower in or out of Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a building. Open doors. Exhaust fumes are burn. Do not touch. dangerous. Do not clear snow across the f
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SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER Unpacking from carton Raise Cut along corners of the carton and lay it down flat. handle See Figure 1. Remove packing material. to here Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.). Hand Knob Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for any remaining loose part. Remove loose parts Figure 3 Raise the upper handle in the direction shown in Roll unit out Figure 3 till it clicks into the operating position.
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the control handle. Hold the “Z” fitting with the Secure eyebolt with 5/16” saddle washer and hex pliers, not the cable, to avoid damaging the cable. nut. The cupped side of washer goes against the handle. Adjust lower hex nut until the eyebolt is NOTE: The upper hole in the control handle provides positioned so that the chute crank turns freely for adjustment in belt tension. Refer to Belt Tension (does not bind). Adjustment Section of this manual for instructions. Move upper hex nut do
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SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER Read this owner’s manual and safety rules and labels before operating your snow thrower. Compare the illustrations in Figure 9 with your equipment to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. WARNING: The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the operator’s eyes and causing severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses while operating the snow
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SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Release the auger control handle to stop the snow Fuel and oil mixture throwing action and the forward motion. WARNING: Handle gasoline carefully; Press auger remember that it is highly flammable. control handle Never fill fuel tank indoors, when engine is to engage running or while engine is still hot. Do not auger smoke when filling fuel tank. Your snow thrower uses a two cycle engine that requires a mixture of gasoline and two cycle engine oil. Ref
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SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to clean chute Belt tension or make any adjustments or repairs while Periodic adjustment of the belt tension may be the engine is running. required due to normal stretch and wear on the belt. Adjust the belt tension, following instructions below, if Shave plate the augers seem to hesitate while turning although To check the adjustment of the shave plate, place engine maintains the same speed. the unit on a level surface. See Figure
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SECTION 6: SERVICE WARNING: Do not attempt to clean chute or make any adjustments or repairs while the engine is running. Engine Idler Pulley Refer to the separate engine operator’s manual packed with your snow thrower for all engine maintenance procedures. Fasteners Engine Auger Check engine and snow thrower frequently for Pulley Pulley loose nuts, bolts, etc., and keep these items tightened. Belt Replacing belt Remove the belt cover by removing five hex Figure 17 screws. See Figure 1
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SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE Periodically check all fasteners and make sure General Recommendations these are tight Always observe safety rules when performing any Follow the maintenance schedule given below to maintenance. get quality performance from your snow thrower The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover for a long time. items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain the snow thrower as ins
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SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel 1. Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline/oil mixture as specified in the engine manual. 2. Blocked fuel line 2. Clean fuel line 3. Key not in ON position 3. Insert key and turn to ON position 4. Spark plug wire disconnected 4. Connect wire to spark plug. 5. Faulty spark plug 5. Clean spark plug, readjust gap, or replace. 6. Gasoline and oil not mixed correctly 6. Refer to instructions
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SECTION 10: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL SB45 & SB55 27 20 6 13 10 7 33 17 8 23 19 29 24 1 10 22 11 17 3 28 8 2 2 12 14 18 26 30 13 24 10 35 29 25 32 9 15 14 21 31 5 34 13
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Model SB45 & SB55 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description No. No. 1. 684-0114 Auger Housing Assembly 18. 736-0119 Lock Washer 2. 710-0167 Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5” 19. 736-0176 Flat Washer 3. 710-0191 Special Screw 3/8-24 x 1.25” 20. 736-0242 Belleville Washer Gr.8 21. 736-0326 Flat Washer 4. 710-0323 Truss Mach. Screw 5/16-18 x 22. 736-0329 Lock Washer 0.75” 23. 741-0475 Bushing 5. 710-0352 Hex Screw 1/4-14 x 0.375” 24. 741-0600 Ball Bearing 6. 710-0451 Carriage Bolt
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Model SB45 & SB55 9 6 10 Ref. Part No. Part Description No. 4 710-0276 Carriage Screw 5/16-18 x 1.0” 1. 10 710-0451 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 0.75” 2. 1 710-3015 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x 0.75” 3. 2 712-0429 Hex Lock Nut 4. 712-3027 Flanged Lock Nut 5. 8 720-0284 Knob 6. 731-0851A Chute Flange Keeper 7. 731-0915B Lower Chute 8. 731-0921 Upper Chute 9. 5 736-0159 Washer 10. 5 7 7 3 3 7 3 5 9 Ref. Part No. Description No. 710-0487 Carriage Screw 5/16-18 x 2.0 1. 8 710-1270 Oval C-Sunk Screw 1/4-20 x 2.
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Model SB45 & SB55 17 21 11 10 10 26 7 28 27 25 7 9 12 23 8 13 4 15 14 Shipped 6 with 5 engine 6 3 19 20 3 7 16 5 22 6 24 6 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description No. No. 1. 684-0054 Dash: 21” Mitten Panel Assy. 15. 725-1347 Ignition Switch Cap 2. 684-0126 Chute Crank Assembly 16. 725-1425 Switch: Key Recoil Start 3. 710-1003 Special Screw 17. 726-0100 Push Cap 4. 710-1005 B Screw 1/4-14 x 0.5” 18. 731-1089A Choke Cover 5. 710-1090 Hex Flange Screw 19. 731-1133B Cap 6. 7
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Model SB45 & SB55 18 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description No. No. 705-5139 Support Bracket, Gas Tank 751-0535- Hose, Fuel Line—16” 1. 12. 16 710-0157 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24 x 0.75” 2. 751-0540A Fuel Tank—2 qt. 13. 710-3013 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x 0.50” 4. 751-0800 Fuel Cap 14. 710-0896 Washer Screw 1/4-14 x 0.625” 5. 754-0101A V-Belt 15. 710-3025 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24 x 6. 756-0416B V-Pulley Half 0.625” 16. 726-0205 Hose Clamp 756-0475 V-Pulley Half 7. 17. 736-0119 Lock Wash
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, The limited warranty set forth below is given by White Out- blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such door Products Co. with respect to new merchandise pur- as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck chased and used in the United States, its possessions and adjustments; and normal deterioration of the exterior territories. finish due to use or exposure. d.White Outdoor Co. does not exten
