Simplicity 1695537 User manual

Single Stage Snow Thrower

6.5 TP, 21 Inch (53,34 cm)

1737827-A

Revision - A

06/2009

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Operator’s Manual

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Manuel D’instruction

English French

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Mfg. No. Description

1695537 Snowthrower

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Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Murray snow thrower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your conﬁ dence in the Murray

brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Murray product will provide many years of

dependable service.

This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with snow throwers and how

to avoid them. This snow thrower is designed and intended only for snow throwing and is not intended for any other purpose. It is

important that you read and understand these instructions throroughly before attempting to start or operate this equipment. This snow

thrower requires ﬁ nal assembly before use. Refer to the Quck Start Guide for instructions on ﬁ nal assembly

procedures. Follow the instructions completely. Save these instructions for future reference.

Where to Find Us

You never have to look far to ﬁ nd Briggs & Stratton support and service for your snow thrower. Consult your Yellow Pages. There

are over 30,000 Briggs & Stratton authorized service dealers worldwide who provide quality service. You can also contact Briggs and

Stratton Customer Service by phone at (800) 528-5087, or on the Internet at www.murray.com.

Snow Thrower

Model Number

Revision

Serial Number

Engine

Model Number

Revision

Serial Number

Date Purchased

The Illustrated Parts List for this machine can be downloaded from www.murray.com. Please provide model and serial number when

ordering replacement parts.

Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC

P.O. Box 702

Milwaukee, WI 53201-0702

1-800-528-5087

murray.com

Murray is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Power Products

Group, LLC Milwaukee, WI USA.

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Table of Contents

Operator Safety .................................................................... 4

Assembly ............................................................................ 9

Remove Snowthrower from Carton ...................................................... 9

Handle Assembly .................................................................................. 10

Checklist ............................................................................................... 10

Operation............................................................................ 11

Snowthrower and Engine Controls ....................................................... 11

Stop the Snowthrower .......................................................................... 12

Control Snow Discharge ....................................................................... 12

Snow Throwing ..................................................................................... 12

Stop Discharging Snow ........................................................................ 12

Fill Oil .................................................................................................... 13

Fill Gas .................................................................................................. 13

Before Starting the Engine .................................................................... 14

Stop the Engine .................................................................................... 14

Start the Engine .................................................................................... 14

Frozen Starter ....................................................................................... 15

Clear a Clogged Discharge Chute .......................................................... 16

Snow Throwing Tips ............................................................................. 17

Dry and Average Snow ......................................................................... 17

Wet Pack Snow ..................................................................................... 17

Snow Banks and Drifts ......................................................................... 17

Customer Responsibilities ....................................................... 18

General Recommendations ................................................................... 18

After Each Use ...................................................................................... 18

Lubrication Before Storage ................................................................... 18

Engine Speciﬁ cations ............................................................................ 19

Engine Power Rating Information ......................................................... 19

Engine Lubrication ................................................................................ 20

Change the Engine Oil ........................................................................... 20

Spark Plug ............................................................................................ 20

Adjustment / Repair ............................................................... 21

Adjust Auger Control Cable ................................................................... 21

Remove the Top Cover ......................................................................... 22

Remove the Belt Cover ......................................................................... 22

Adjust the Auger Brake ......................................................................... 23

Remove the Auger Drive Belt ................................................................ 24

Remove the Auger ................................................................................ 25

Storage .............................................................................. 26

Trouble Shooting Chart ........................................................... 27

Emissions Control Warranty Statement ........................................ 28

Speciﬁ cations ...................................................................... 29

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DANGER

AMPUTATION HAZARD

The discharge chute contains a rotating

impeller to throw snow. Never clear or

unclog thedischarge chute with

your hands. Fingers can quickly become

caught and traumatic amputation severe

laceration will result. Always use a

clean-out tool to clear or unclog the

discharge chute.

Hazard Symbols and Their Meanings

Safety Alert – Identifies safety information

about hazards that can result in personal injury.

Operator’s Manual – Read and understand

before performing any activity or running

equipment.

Rotating Impeller

Rotating Auger

Never Reach into

Rotating Parts

Fire

Shock

Hot Surface

Shut off engine and remove spark plug

connector before performing maintenance or

repair work.

Operator Safety

Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words

The safety alert symbol and signal word (DANGER,

WARNING, CAUTION, or NOTICE) is used to indicate the

likeli- hood and potential severity of personal injury and/or

damage to the product. In addition, a hazard symbol may be

used to represent the type of hazard.

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in minor or moderate injury.

Notice indicates a situation that could result in

damage to the product.

DANGER

Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the •

discharge chute is the most common cause of injury

associated with snowthrowers.

This snowthrower is capable of amputating hands and •

feet, and throwing objects. Read and observe all the

safety instructions in this manual. Failure to do so will

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

U.S.A. Models: Certain components in this product and

its related accessories contain chemicals known to the

state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Keep a Safe

Ditance from

Snowthrower

Rotating Gears

Thrown

Objects

Explosion

Toxic Fumes

Recommended

Ear Protection

for Extended Use

WARNING

U.S.A. Models: The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

U.S.A. Models: Battery posts, terminals, and related

accessories contain lead and lead components -

chemicals knownto the State of California to cause

cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after

handling.

Certiﬁ cation: This equipment meets the requirements of

ANSI B71.3-2005 for snowthrowers.

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DANGER

Read, understand, and follow all the

instructions on the snowthrower and in

the operator’s manual before operating

this unit.

Failure to observe the safet y instructions

in this manual will result in death or

serious injury.

Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the snow •

thrower.

Make sure you are properly trained before operating the snowthrower.•

Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.•

Never allow anyone to operate the snowthrower without proper •

instruction.

Always follow the instructions in the operator’s manual, if the •

snowthrower will be stored for an extende d period.

Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.•

Never attempt to make major repairs on the snowthrower unless you •

have been properly trained. Improper servicing of the snowthrower can

result in hazardous operation, equipment damage, and voiding of the

product warranty.

Operating Symbols and Their Meanings

Oil

Fuel

On Off

Choke Off

Choke On

Stop

Slow

Fast

Traction Control

Engage (Down)

Auger Clutch

Discharge Chute

(Left and Right)

Operator Safety

STOP

1

2

Foward

Nuetral

Reverse

Electric Start -

Engage (Down)

& Disengage Up

Engine - Run

Engine - Stop

Auger Control

Engage (Down)

Chute Deflector

(Up and Down)

Heated Hand

Grips

(High and Low)

Easy-Turn

TM

Traction Control

Free-Hand

TM

Control

Read the Manual

DANGER

Discharge chute contains rotating

impeller to throw snow. Never clear or

unclog the discharge chute with your

hands. Fingers can quickly become

caught in the impeller. Always use a

clean-out tool.

Failure to observe these safety

instructions will result in traumatic

amputation or severe laceration.

TO SAFELY CLEAR A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE

DANGER: Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the

discharge chute is the most common cause of injury

associated with snow throwers. Never use your hands to clean

out the discharge chute.

FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Shut OFF the engine.

2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have

stopped rotating.

3. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.

Discharge Chute

NOTE: Not all control symbols shown on this page will

appear on your snowthrower. See FEATURES AND

CONTROLS section for the applicable symbols.

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DANGER

This snowthrower is only as safe as the

operator. If it is misused, or not properly

maintained, it can be dangerous.

Remember you are responsible for your

safety and that of those around you.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small •

children and pets.

Thoroughly inspect the area where the snowthrower will be used and •

remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.

Do not operate the snowthrower without wearing adequate winter •

clothing.

Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.•

Use caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating the •

snowthrower in reverse.

Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility or light. Always •

be sure of your footing, and keep a ﬁ rm hold on the handles.

Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Use extreme caution when •

changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.

Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow too •

quickly.

Never operate the snowthrower at high transport speeds on slippery •

surfaces. Look behind the snowthrower and use care when operating in

reverse.

Do not use the snowthrower on surfaces above ground level such as •

roofs of residences, garages, porches, or other such structures or

buildings.

Operators should evaluate their ability to operate the snowthrower safely •

enough to protect themselves and others from injury.

The snowthrower is intended to remove snow only. Do not use the snow •

thrower for any other purpose.

Do not carry passengers.•

After striking a foreign object, shut OFF the engine, disconnect the cord •

on electric motors, thoroughly inspect the snowthrower for any damage,

and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snowthrower.

If the snowthrower vibrates abnormally, shut OFF the engine. Vibration •

is generally a warning of trouble. See an authorized dealer if necessary

for repairs.

For models equipped with electric starting motors, disconnect the power •

cord after the engine starts.

Operation and Equipment Safety

DANGER

Fuel and its vapors are extremely

ﬂ ammable and explosive. Always handle

fuel with extreme care.

Failure to observe these safety

instructions can cause a ﬁ re or

explosion which will result in severe

burns or death.

WHEN ADDING FUEL

Turn off engine and let cool at least 2 minutes before removing the fuel •

cap and adding fuel.

Fill fuel tank outdoors or in a well ventilated area.•

Do not overﬁ ll the fuel tank. To allow for the expansion of gasoline, do •

not ﬁ ll above the bottom of the fuel tank neck.

Keep fuel away from sparks, open ﬂ ames, pilot lights, heat, and other •

ignition sources.

Check fuel lines, cap, and ﬁ ttings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace •

if necessary.

Use an approved fuel container.•

If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.•

WHEN STARTING ENGINE

Ensure that spark plug, mufﬂ er, fuel cap, and air cleaner (if equipped) •

are in place and secured.

Do not crank the engine with the spark plug removed.•

If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine, but move the snow •

thrower away from the area of the spill, and avoid creating any source of

ignition, until the fuel vapors have dissipated.

Do not over-prime the engine. Follow the engine starting instructions in •

this manual.

If the engine ﬂ oods, set choke (if equipped) to OPEN/RUN position, •

move throttle (if equipped) to FAST position and crank until engine

starts.

WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT

Do not tip the snowthrower at an angle which causes the fuel to spill.•

Do not choke the carburetor to stop the engine. •

Never run the engine with the air cleaner assembly (if equipped) or the •

air ﬁ lter (if equipped) removed.

WHEN CHANGING OIL

If you drain the oil from the top oil ﬁ ll tube, the fuel tank must be empty •

or fuel can leak out and result in a ﬁ re or explosion.

WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT

Transport with fuel tank EMPTY, or with fuel shut-off valve OFF.•

WHEN STORING GASOLINE OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL

IN TANK

Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, or other appliances •

that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite fuel

vapors.

For models equipped with electric starting motors, disconnect the power •

cord after the engine starts.

Fuel Handling

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Operator SafetyOperator Safety

DANGER

Keep hands, feet, and clothing away

from rotating parts.Rotating parts can

contact or entangle hands, feet, hair,

clothing, or accessories.

Failure to observe these safety

instructions will result in traumatic

amputation or severe laceration.

Whenever cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the snowthrower, make sure •

the engine is OFF, spark plug wire is disconnected, and all moving parts

have stopped.

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the •

discharge opening at all times.

Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards, and other safety •

devices in place and working.

Never leave the snowthrower unattended while engine is running. •

Always disengage the auger and traction controls, stop engine, and

remove keys.

Keep all loose clothing away from the front of the snowthrower and •

auger. Scarves, mittens, dangling drawstrings, loose clothes, and pants

can quickly become caught in the rotating device and amputation will

occur. Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.

Run the machine a few minutes after discharging snow to prevent •

freeze-up of the collector/impeller.

Disengage power to the collector/impeller when snowthrower is •

transported or not in use.

Moving Parts

DANGER

Objects can be picked up by auger and

thrown from chute. Never discharge

snow toward bystanders or allow anyone

in front of the snowthrower. Failure to

observe these safetyinstructions will

result in death or serious injury.

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while during operation, and •

while performing an adjustment or repair.

Always be aware of the direction the snow is being thrown. Nearby •

pedestrians, pets, or property may be harmed by objects being thrown.

Be aware of your environment while operating the snowthrower. •

Running over items such as, gravel, doormats, newspapers, toys, and

rocks hidden under snow, can all be thrown from the chute or jam in the

auger.

Use extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, •

walks, or roads.

Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock •

surface.

Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures, automobiles, •

window wells, drop-offs, and the like without proper adjustment of the

dischargechute angle.

Familiarize yourself with the area in which you plan to operate the snow •

thrower. Mark off boundaries of walkways and driveways.

Thrown Objects

DANGER

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the unit

and the operating activity. Never assume

that children will remain where you last

saw them.

Keep children out of the area during operation. Children are often •

attracted to the equipment. Be mindful of all persons present.

Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.•

Never allow children to operate the unit.•

Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other •

objects that may obscure vision. Children may be present.

Children

DANGER

Safe operation of the snowthrower

requires the proper care and

maintenance of the engine. Failure to

observe the safety instructions in this

manual will result in death or serious

injury.

Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine.•

Let the engine adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear •

snow.

Use a grounded three-wire plug-in for all snowthrowers equipped with •

electric drive motors or electric starting motors.

Engine Safety

DANGER

Safe operation of the snowthrower

requires the proper care and

maintenance of the engine. Failure to

observe the safety instructions in this

manual will result in death or serious

injury.

Start and run engine outdoors. •

Do not run the engine in an enclosed area, even if doors or windows are •

open.

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Engine Safety (Continued)

Operator Safety

WARNING

Starting engine creates sparking.

Sparking can ignite nearby ﬂ ammable

gases.

Explosion and ﬁ re could result.

If there is natural or LP gas leakage in area, do not start engine.•

Do not use pressurized starting ﬂ uids because vapors are ﬂ ammable.•

WARNING

Running the engine produces heat.

Engine parts, especially mufﬂ er, become

extremely hot.

Failure to observe these safety

instructions could result in severe

thermal burns on contact.

Never touch a hot engine or mufﬂ er. Allow mufﬂ er, engine cylinder, and •

ﬁ ns to cool before touching.

Remove debris from mufﬂ er area and cylinder area.•

Install and maintain in working order a spark arrester before using •

equipment on forest-covered, grass-covered, or brush-covered

unimproved land.

• U.S.A. Models: It is a violation of California Public Resource Code

Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on or near any forest-

covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust

system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting any applicable local or

state laws. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.

WARNING

This snowthrower must be properly

maintained to ensure safe operation

and performance. Failure to observe the

safety instructions in this manual could

result in death or serious injury.

When performing any maintenance or repairs on the snowthrower, shut •

OFF the engine, disconnect spark plug wire, and keep the wire away

from the plug to prevent someone from accidently starting the engine.

Check shear bolts and other hardware at frequent intervals for proper •

tightness to be sure the snowthrower is in safe working condition.

Keep nuts and bolts tight and keep snowthrower in good condition.•

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly •

and make necessary repairs if they are not functioning properly.

Components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration. Frequently •

check components and replace with recommended parts, when

necessary.

Check control operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.•

Use only factory authorized replacement parts when making repairs.•

Always comply with factory speciﬁ cations on all settings and •

adjustments.

Only authorized service locations should be utilized for major service •

and repair requirements.

Use only attachments and accessories approved by the factory (such as •

wheel weights, counterweights, or cabs).

Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running •

(except when speciﬁ cally recommended by the factory).

Do not allow grease or oil to contact the rubber friction wheel or the disc •

drive plate. If the disc drive plate or friction wheel come in contact with

grease or oil, damage to the rubber friction wheel will result.

Maintenance and Storage

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ASSEMBLY

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Contents of Parts Bag (actual size)

1 Owner’s Manual (not shown)

1

Packet of Fuel Stabilizer (not shown)

1

Container 5W30 Oil

WARNING: Always wear

safety glasses or eye shields

while assembling snow-

thrower.

TOOLS REQUIRED

1 Knife to cut carton

Figure 1 shows the snowthrower in the

operating position.

References to the right or left hand side

of the snowthrower are from the view-

point of the operator’s position behind

the unit.

Figure 1

Crank

Assembly

Chute

Deflector

Auger Drive Lever

Auger

Drive Cable

HOW TO REMOVE FROM THE

CARTON

1. Locate and remove container of

Craftsman 5W30 oil.

2. Locate all parts packed separately

and remove from the carton.

NOTE: Place fuel stabilizer in a

safe place until needed for storage.

3. Remove and discard the packing

material from around the snow-

thrower.

4. Cut down all four corners of the car-

ton and lay the panels flat.

5. Roll snow thrower off the carton by

pulling on the lower handle.

CAUTION: DO NOT back over

cables.

6. Remove the packing material from

handle assembly. Remove the lower

insert from the axle.

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CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new snow

thrower, to ensure that you receive the

best performance and satisfaction from

this quality product, please review the

following checklist:

All assembly instructions have been

completed.

The discharge chute rotates freely.

No remaining loose parts in carton.

While learning how to use your snow

thrower, pay extra attention to the fol-

lowing important items:

Engine oil is at proper level. Use a

high quality detergent oil classified

“For Service SG, SH, SJ, SL, or

higher”.

Make sure gas tank is filled properly

with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline

with a minimum of 85 octane.

Become familiar with all controls

their location and function. Operate

controls before starting engine.

HOW TO

ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE

1. Remove the T-knobs and U-bolts

from the lower handle (see Figure 2).

2. Put the upper handle in the operat-

ing position.

3. Install the U-bolts and tighten the

T-knobs.

NOTE: Make sure that the cable is not

pinched between the upper and lower

handle.

T-knob

Upper Handle

Lower Handle

U-bolts

Figure 2

4. Install the auger control cable in

the hole shown in Figure 2.

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Recoil

Starter

Handle

Auger

Drive Lever

Discharge

Chute

Chute Deflector

Clean-out

Tool

Crank

Assembly

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KNOW YOUR SNOWTHROWER

READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR SNOWTHROWER. Compare the illustrations with your SNOWTHROWER

to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

Figure 3

Stop Switch

Choke

Control

Primer

Button

Auger Drive Lever Starts and stops

the auger.

Crank Assembly

Changes the direc-

tion of snow throwing through the dis-

charge chute.

Chute Deflector

Changes the distance

the snow is thrown

.

Discharge Chute Changes the direc-

tion the snow is thrown.

Stop Switch

Must be moved to the on

position to start the engine.

Recoil Starter Handle

Starts the en-

gine manually.

Choke Control

Used to start a cold

engine.

Primer Button

Injects fuel directly into

the carburetor manifold for fast starts in

cold weather.

Clean-out Tool - Use the clean-out tool

to remove snow and debris from the dis-

charge chute and the auger housing.

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WARNING: Read Owner’s

Manual before operating

machine. Never direct dis-

charge toward bystanders. Stop the

engine before unclogging discharge

chute or auger housing and before

leaving the machine.

TO STOP YOUR

SNOWTHROWER

1. To stop throwing snow, release the

auger drive lever (see Figure 3).

NOTE: If the snowthrower contin-

ues to slowly move forward, see

“How To Adjust The Auger Control

Cable” in the Service And Adjust-

ment Section.

2. To stop the engine, move the igni-

tion lever to the off position.

CAUTION: To stop the engine, do not

move the choke control to CHOKE

position. Backfire or engine damage

can occur.

TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE

1. Turn the chute control rod to set the

direction of the snow throwing.

2. Loosen the wing knob on the chute

deflector and move the deflector to

set the distance. Move the deflector

(Up) for more distance, (Down) for

less distance. Then tighten the

wing knob (see Figure 4).

Figure 4

Wing Knob

Deflector Down Deflector Up

HOW TO THROW SNOW

1. Engage the auger drive lever.

2. To stop throwing snow, release the

auger drive lever.

WARNING: The operation of

any snowthrower can result

in foreign objects being

thrown into the eyes, which can re-

sult in severe eye damage. Always

wear safety glasses or eye shields

while operating the snow thrower.

We recommend standard safety

glasses or use a wide vision safety

mask over your glasses.

HOW TO MOVE FORWARD

1. Hold the auger drive lever against

the handle (see Figure 5) . The au-

ger will begin rotating.

2. To go forward, raise the handle to al-

low the rubber auger blades to con-

tact the ground. Maintain a firm hold

on the handle as the snowthrower

starts to move forward. Guide the

snowthrower by moving the handle

either left or right. Do not attempt to

push the snowthrower.

3. To stop, release the auger drive le-

ver.

NOTE: If the auger continues to rotate,

see “How To Adjust The Auger Control

Cable” in the Service and Adjustments

section.

Figure 5

Auger

Drive Lever

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OPERATION

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FILL OIL

NOTE: Engine may already contain

some residual oil. Check frequently

when filling the crankcase. DO NOT

overfill.

The snowthrower was shipped with a

container of 5W30 motor oil. This oil

must be added to the engine before op-

erating.

1. Make sure the unit is level.

2. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and

fill the crank case to “FULL” line on

dipstick. DO NOT overfill (see

Figure 6).

3. Tighten the fill cap/dipstick securely

each time you check the oil level.

NOTE: Synthetic oil can assist with

starting in extreme cold temperatures.

Synthetic 5W30 is acceptable for all

temperatures. DO NOT mix oil with

gasoline.

x

NOTE: Oil level must be at FULL mark.

Figure 6

OIl Fill Cap/Dipstick

FILL GAS

This engine is certified to operate on

gasoline. Exhaust Emission Control

System: EM (Engine Modifications).

WARNING: Alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or

those using ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage.

Acidic gas can damage the fuel sys-

tem of an engine while in storage.

NOTE: To avoid engine problems, the

fuel system must be emptied before

storage for 30 days or longer. Start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh

fuel next season. See the Storage

section in this manual for additional in-

formation.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

1. Fill the fuel tank only with a fresh,

clean, unleaded regular, unleaded

premium, or reformulated automo-

tive gasoline with a minimum of 85

octane. DO NOT use leaded gaso-

line. We recommend that you add

fuel stabilizer to the gasoline. Use

the fuel stabilizer supplied with the

unit or purchase Craftsman Fuel

Stabilizer No. 3550. Make sure that

the container you pour the gasoline

from is clean and free from rust or

other foreign particles. Never use

gasoline that may be stale from long

periods of storage in the container.

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WARNING: Gasoline is flam-

mable. Always use caution

when handling or storing

gasoline.

Turn engine off and let engine

cool at least two minutes before

removing the gas cap.

Do not fill fuel tank while snow-

thrower is running, when it is hot,

or when snowthrower is in an en-

closed area.

Keep away from open flame or an

electrical spark and do not smoke

while filling the fuel tank.

Never fill the tank completely. Fill

the tank to within 1-1/2” from the

top to provide space for expan-

sion of fuel.

Always fill fuel tank outdoors and

use a funnel or spout to prevent

spilling.

Make sure to wipe up any spilled

fuel before stating the engine.

Store gasoline in a clean, ap-

proved container and keep the

cap in place on the container.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Before you service or start the en-

gine, familiarize yourself with the

snowthrower. Be sure you under-

stand the function and location of all

controls.

2. Be sure that all fasteners are tight.

3. Before starting the engine, make

sure all controls operate correctly.

HOW TO STOP THE ENGINE

To stop the engine, push the stop

switch to the OFF position.

CAUTION: To stop the engine, do not

move the choke control to CHOKE

position. Backfire or engine damage

can occur.

HOW TO START THE ENGINE

(RECOIL STARTER)

Make sure that the engine oil is at FULL

mark on dipstick. The engine is

equipped with a recoil starter. Before

starting the engine, make certain that

you have read the following information.

If engine floods, set the choke to the

OPEN/RUN position and crank until the

engine starts.

WARNING: Rapid retraction

of the starter cord (kick-

back) will pull your hand or

arm toward the engine faster than

you can let go of the starter cord.

When starting the engine, slow-

ly pull the starter cord until re-

sistance is felt. Then, rapidly

pull the starter cord.

Make sure components; such as

impellors, pulleys or sprockets,

are securely attached.

How To Start A Cold Engine

1. Push the stop switch to the ON

position (see Figure 3).

2. When starting the engine, do not

engage the auger drive lever.

3. Move the choke control to the FULL

choke position.

4. Push the primer button two times.

Remove finger from primer button

between primes.

5. Slowly pull the recoil starter han-

dle until resistance is felt and then

pull rapidly to start the engine (see

Figure 7). Do not allow the recoil

starter handle to snap back. Slowly

return the recoil starter handle.

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Figure 7

Pull starter handle rapidly.

6. As the engine warms up, move

choke control to 1/2 choke posi-

tion. When engine runs smoothly,

move choke lever to OFF Position.

NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for

several minutes before blowing snow in

temperatures below 0°F.

How To Start A Warm Engine

If restarting a warm engine after a short

shutdown, leave choke at “OFF” and do

not push the primer button. If the en-

gine fails to start, follow the Cold Start

instructions.

FROZEN STARTER

If the starter is frozen and will not turn

the engine, follow the steps below.

1. Pull as much starter rope as pos-

sible out of the starter.

2. Release the starter handle and let it

snap back against the starter. Re-

peat until the engine starts.

Warm engines will cause condensation

in cold weather. To prevent possible

freeze

up of recoil starter and engine

controls, proceed as follows after each

snow removal job.

1. With engine off, allow engine to cool

for several minutes.

2. Pull starter rope very slowly until re-

sistance is felt, then stop. Allow the

starter rope to recoil. Repeat three

times.

3. With the engine not running, wipe all

snow and moisture from the carbu-

retor cover in area of controls and

levers. Also, move the choke control

and starter handle several times.

WARNING: Never run en-

gine indoors or in enclosed,

poorly ventilated areas. En-

gine exhaust contains CARBON

MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND

DEADLY GAS. Keep hands, feet,

hair and loose clothing away from

any moving parts on engine and

snow thrower.

Engine parts, especially the muf-

fler, become extremely hot. Se-

vere thermal burns can occur on

contact. Allow the engine to cool

before touching.

Never allow children to operate

the snowthrower. Never allow

adults to operate the snowthrow-

er without proper instruction.

Keep the area of operation clear

of all persons, particularly small

children and pets.

Never leave the snowthrower un-

attended while the engine is run-

ning. Anyone operating the en-

gine or equipment must carefully

read and understand the operat-

ing instructions.

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HOW TO CLEARACLOGGED

DISCHARGE CHUTE

WARNING: Hand contact with the rotating im-

peller inside the discharge chute is the most

common cause of injury associated with snow

throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the dis-

charge chute.

To Clear The Chute:

• SHUT OFF THE ENGINE!

• Wait 10 seconds to be sure that the impeller blades

have stopped rotating.

• Always useaclean-out tool, not your hands.

A cleaning stick is attached to either the handle or the top

of the auger housing. Use the cleaning stick to remove

snow from the auger housing.

• Release auger drive lever.

• Rotate the ignition switch key to the stop position to

stop the engine.

• Disconnect spark plug wire.

• Do not place your hands in the auger or discharge

chute. Useaclean-out tool to remove snow.

WARNING: Blockage must be cleared only after

shutting off the snow thrower and only with a

clean-out tool, not by hand.

Figure 8

Clean-out Tool

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DRY AND AVERAGE SNOW

1. Snow up to eight inches deep can

be removed rapidly and easily by

walking at a moderate rate. For

snow or drifts of a greater depth,

slow your pace to allow the dis-

charge chute to dispose of the snow

as rapidly as the auger receives the

snow.

2. Plan to have the snow discharged in

the direction the wind is blowing.

WET PACKED SNOW

Move slowly into wet, packed snow. If

the wet, packed snow causes the auger

to slow down or the discharge chute be-

gins to clog, back off and begin a series

of short back and forth jabs into the

snow. These short back and forth jabs,

four to six inches, will “belch” the snow

from the chute.

SNOW BANKS AND DRIFTS

In snow of greater depth than the unit,

use the same “jabbing” technique de-

scribed above. Turn the discharge

chute away from the snow bank. More

time will be required to remove snow of

this type than level snow.

SNOW THROWING TIPS

1. When the handle is raised, the au-

ger blades will engage the ground

and the snowthrower will move for-

ward. When the auger drive lever is

released, the auger blades will stop.

If the blades do not stop, see “How

To Adjust The Auger Drive Cable” in

the Service And Adjustment section.

2. Most efficient snow throwing is ac-

complished when the snow is re-

moved immediately after if falls.

3. For complete snow removal, slightly

overlap each previous path.

4. Whenever possible, discharge the

snow down wind.

5. The distance the snow will be dis-

charged can be adjusted by moving

the discharge chute deflector. Raise

the deflector for more distance or

lower the deflector for less distance.

6. In windy conditions, lower the chute

deflector to direct the discharged

snow close to the ground where it is

less likely to blow into unwanted

areas.

7. For safety and to prevent damage

to the snowthrower, keep the area

to be cleared free of stones, toys

and other foreign objects.

8. When clearing snow from crushed

rock or gravel driveways, do not al-

low the auger blades to contact the

driveway. Move the handle down to

slightly raise the auger blades.

9. The forward speed of the snow

thrower is dependent on the depth

and weight of the snow. Experience

will establish the most effective

method of using the snowthrower

under different conditions.

10. After each snow throwing job, allow

the engine to run for a few minutes.

The snow and accumulated ice will

melt off the engine.

11. Clean the snowthrower after each

use.

12. Remove ice, snow and debris from

the entire snowthrower. Flush with

water to remove all salt or other

chemicals. Wipe snow thrower dry.

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SERVICE RECORDS

Fill in dates as you

complete regular

service.

Before

Each

Use

Often

Every

8

Hours

Every

25

Hours

Every

50

Hours

Every

100

Hours

Each

Season

Before

Storage

Check Engine Oil Level

√ √

Change Engine Oil

√

Tighten All Screws and

Nuts

√ √

Check and Clean Spark

Plug

√

Replace Spark Plug

√

Clean and Inspect

Spark Arrestor

√

Lubricate Chute Control

Flange

√

Check Fuel

√

Check Adjustment of

Auger Control Cable

√

Auger Drive Belt *

√

* Adjust after 2 to 4 hours of use.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this snowthrower does

not cover items that have been sub-

jected to operator abuse or negligence.

To receive full value from the warranty,

the operator must maintain the snow-

thrower as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be

made periodically to properly maintain

your snowthrower.

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the

emission control devices and systems can

be performed by any non-road engine re-

pair establishment or individual. Regular

maintenance will improve the performance

and extend the life of the engine.

AFTER EACH USE

• Run the machine to clear the auger

of snow.

• To prevent freezing of the auger or

controls, remove all snow and slush

from the snowthrower.

• Check for loose or damaged parts.

• Tighten any loose fasteners.

• Check and maintain the auger.

• Check controls to make sure they

are functioning properly.

• If any parts are worn or damaged,

replace immediately.

LUBRICATION BEFORE STORAGE

Figure 9

Lubricate chute control

flange. Lubricate flange

with a clinging type

grease such as

Lubriplate.

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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

GROSS TORQUE

6.5 ft-lbs

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

1.5 quarts

(unleaded)

OIL CAPACITY

(20 oz capacity)

5W30

SPARK PLUG: Champion RJ19LM

(Gap .030 in.) or

equivalent

DISPLACEMENT 190 cc

Intake: 0.004

0.006 in.

Exhaust: 0.009

0.011 in.

VALVE

CLEARANCE:

0.010

0.014 in.

ARMATURE

AIR GAP:

68 mm (2.69 in.)BORE

52 mm (2.05 in.)STROKE

Engine Power Rating Information

The gross power rating for individual gas

engine models is labeled in accordance

with SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers)

code J1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque

Rating Procedure), and rating performance

has been obtained and corrected in accord-

ance with SAE J1995 (Revision 2002-05).

Torque values are derived at 3060 RPM;

horsepower values are derived at 3600 RPM.

Actual gross engine power will be lower and

is affected by, among other things, ambient

operating conditions and engine-to-engine

variability. Given both the wide array of

products on which engines are placed and

the variety of environmental issues applicable

to operating the equipment, the gas engine

will not develop the rated gross power when

used in a given piece of power equipment

(actual "on-site" or net power). This difference

is due to a variety of factors including,

but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner,

exhaust, charging, cooling, carburetor, fuel

pump, etc.), application limitations, ambient

operating conditions (temperature, humidity,

altitude), and engine-to-engine variability. Due

to manufacturing and capacity limitations,

Briggs & Stratton may substitute an engine

of higher rated power for this Series engine.

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of continuous use (see

Figure 10). Add S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil as

needed. Synthetic 5W30 is acceptable

for all temperatures. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check

the oil level.

x

OIl Fill Cap/Dipstick

Figure 10

NOTE: Oil level must be at FULL mark.

Change the oil every fifty (50) hours or

at least once a year if the snowthrower

is not used for fifty (50) hours.

HOW TO CHANGE THE ENGINE OIL

To change the engine oil, the engine

must be tilted forward and the oil

drained from the oil fill tube. Change oil

when the engine is warm.

1. Lift the rear of the snowthrower and

tilt the unit forward. In the correct

position, the snowthrower will be

setting on the front of the auger

housing.

2. Put an oil drain pan under the oil

fill tube (see Figure 11).

x

OIl Drain

Pan

Figure 11

OIl Fill Tube

3. Carefully remove the oil fill cap/dip-

stick. Oil will begin to flow into the

oil drain pan.

4. After all the oil has drained from the

engine, set the snowthrower in the

upright operating position.

5. Fill the engine with S.A.E. 5W30 oil.

Make sure the oil reaches the FULL

mark on the oil fill cap/dipstick. DO

NOT OVERFILL.

NOTE: For extreme cold operating

conditions of 0°F and below, use a par-

tial synthetic 5W30 motor oil for easier

starting.

SPARK PLUG

Check the spark plug every twenty-five

(25) hours. Replace the spark plug if

the electrodes are pitted or burned, if

the porcelain is cracked, or every 100

hours of use.

1. Make sure the spark plug is clean.

Clean the spark plug by carefully

scraping the electrodes (do not

sand blast or use a wire brush).

2. Check the spark plug gap with a

feeler gauge and reset gap to 0.30”

if necessary (see Figure 12).

3. Before installing the spark plug,

coat the threads lightly with oil for

easy removal. Tighten the spark

plug to a torque of 15 foot-pounds.

Figure 12

Spark Plug

Feeler Gauge

0.030”

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