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M A N U F A C T U R I N G ,   I N C .
500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997
Port Washington, WI  53074-0997

www.simplicitymfg.com

© Copyright 2003, Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc.
All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.

Summary of Contents for 1693984

Page 1: ...e immediately after the front cover The part number for this manual typically a 172_____ number is located on the front cover This file may contain several manual which differ only by their covers See...

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Page 3: ...r Mfg No Description 1693984 860M 8HP Snowthrower 1693985 860M 8HP Snowthrower Export 1694242 860E 8HP Snowthrower 960 Series Large Frame Snowthrower Mfg No Description 1694435 960M 9HP Snowthrower Ex...

Page 4: ...MANUFACTURING INC 500 N Spring Street PO Box 997 Port Washington WI 53074 0997 www simplicitymfg com Copyright 2003 Simplicity Manufacturing Inc All Rights Reserved Printed in USA...

Page 5: ...gs 5 Decals 6 Safety Icons 7 Features Controls Operation Control Locations 8 Starting Controls 10 Ground Speed Controls 11 Auger Control 11 Deflector Controls 11 Scraper Height 11 Traction Lock Contro...

Page 6: ...the slope Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Always keep unit in gear especially when traveling downhill Do Not Do not start or stop on a...

Page 7: ...dis penser nozzle Keep nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is com plete Do not use a nozzle lock open device If fuel is spilled on clothing...

Page 8: ...ave the operating position before unclogging the collector impeller housing or discharge guide and when making any repairs adjustments or inspec tions 6 When cleaning repairing or inspecting make cert...

Page 9: ...r Name Date Purchased Engine Make Engine Type Spec Engine Model Engine Code Serial Number Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number Mfg No 169XXXX Serial No XXXXX kW XXX Engine RPM XXXX LpA XXX d...

Page 10: ...th the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively We have also placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of this important information while you are operat...

Page 11: ...al litera ture before performing repairs or maintenance Warning Dismemberment This machine can amputate limbs Keep bystanders and children away when engine is running Danger Dismemberment The auger ca...

Page 12: ...e a moment and familiarize yourself with the name location and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual 1 2 TECUMSEH...

Page 13: ...d Also locks auger control when depressed simultaneously Releasing the traction control lever releases the Free Hand auger control lock and stops the drive wheels Auger Control Engages the auger impel...

Page 14: ...ly pressing the primer button twice will pro vide enough fuel to start a cold engine A hot engine may not require priming E Throttle Lever The throttle lever E controls the engine speed For best overa...

Page 15: ...ever C Figures 2 3 engages the auger drive when the lever is depressed and disengages the auger drive when the lever is released unless Traction Free Hand control is also depressed see above DEFLECTOR...

Page 16: ...reely into all forward and reverse speed positions contact your local authorized dealer for assistance WARNING For your safety operation on slopes should be in an up and down direction only If it beco...

Page 17: ...owly while keeping a firm grip on the starter handle 7 As the engine starts and begins to operate evenly open the choke G slowly and set the throttle lever to SLOW If the engine falters turn the choke...

Page 18: ...ng the speed selector A Figure 5 Release the drive control lever whenever changing drive speeds NOTE After 5 10 hours of use it may be necessary to adjust the tension on the traction drive rod See Tra...

Page 19: ...lt the scraper bar should scrape the surface On surfaces such as gravel the scraper bar should be high enough so that it will not pick up gravel or debris The height of the scraper bar is controlled b...

Page 20: ...d by ice formation in and around the engine controls and external parts 1 Before shutting off the engine pull the starter rope out 2 3 times and allow it to rewind slowly This will help clear packed s...

Page 21: ...an or replace spark plug Check drive linkage belt tension Lubricate Axle Shafts 25 Hours 10 Hours Monthly 50 Hours Yearly 4 6 Hours Yearly Simplicity Winter Weight Worm Gear Oil 10W Oil and Grease N A...

Page 22: ...e lubricated regularly If auger rusts to shaft damage to worm gear may occur if shear pins do not break To prevent wheels rusting to axles it is also necessary to remove the wheels and grease the axle...

Page 23: ...itted to stand unused for extended periods 30 days or more may develop gummy deposits which can adversely affect the engine carburetor and cause engine malfunction To avoid this condition add a gasoli...

Page 24: ...Fill with fresh fuel Engine starts hard or runs poorly 1 Fuel mixture too rich 2 Carburetor adjusted incorrectly 3 Spark plug faulty fouled or gapped improperly 4 Fuel Cap Vent is blocked 1 Move choke...

Page 25: ...on drive clutch rod bent or too tight 1 Loosen rod to remove slack or replace See adjustment procedure Snowthrower does not drive when drive lever is engaged 1 Traction drive clutch rod loose 2 Drive...

Page 26: ...bellcrank arm remains in fully down position To adjust tension on the rod 1 Loosen adjustment hex nuts Figure 19 2 Tighten bottom hex nut while holding rod Tighten just until slack in rod is removed...

Page 27: ...g hook and the auger lever 3 Tighten the lower adjustment nut 4 Recheck that there is a 1 32 gap between the spring hook and the auger lever 5 With engine running fully depress Auger Control the auger...

Page 28: ...U shaped Bracket B Control Rod F Ring Gear C Carriage Bolt G Nut D Slotted Bracket Figure 22 Chute Direction Control Gear Bracket Adjustment DISCHARGE CHUTE GEAR BRACKET ADJUSTMENT If the Discharge C...

Page 29: ...Figure 25 from the idler pulley by pushing it away from the pulley and then toward the rear b Remove the belt from the engine pulley Slip the belt from under the brake pad c Remove six capscrews from...

Page 30: ...at the back of this man ual for the correct part numbers Use of bolts screws or a harder shear pin will lead to damaged equipment Belt Stops Belt Stops Auger Pulley Only B C A D Shear Pins 6 Reverse t...

Page 31: ...odel Intek Snow Horsepower 9 3600 rpm Displacement 18 6 Cu in 305 cc Oil Capacity 28 oz 84 L CHASSIS Wheels 860 960 Tire Size 16 x 4 8 Inflation Pressure 20 psi 1 37 bar Spout Rotation 210 Depress Imp...

Page 32: ...nt assembly notes and and torque values are also included For applicable manuals currently available for your model contact our Customer Publications Department at 262 284 8519 Have the information li...

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