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SNOWTHROWER CONTROLS

A. Speed Select Lever

— Allows the operator to use one of five (5) 

forward and two (2) reverse speeds (see Figure 2). To shift, move 
speed select lever to desired position.

NOTICE: Do not move speed select lever while Traction 
Control is engaged. This may result in severe damage 
to the drive system.

B. Auger Control Lever

— Used to engage and disengage the 

auger and impeller. To engage push down, to disengage release.

C. Chute Rotation Swtich

— Used to rotate the discharge chute 

to the left or right.

D. Deflector Control Lever 

— Used to control the angle of the chute 

deflector (up or down).

E. Free-Hand

TM

Control

— After engaging the traction control (left 

hand) and auger control (right hand), allows the operator to
release the auger control lever to use the other controls.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

F. Easy-Turn

TM

Traction Control

— When engaged, allows the oper-

ator to release the left traction wheel, but allows the right wheel to 
continue driving for easy turning.

G. Traction Control Lever

— Used to propel snowthrower for-

ward or reverse. Push down to engage, release to disengage.

H. Grip Warmer Switch

(rear of dash panel) — Used to warm the 

hand grips (high or low).

I. Clean-Out Tool

— Used to remove snow and debris from the dis-

charge chute and the  auger housing. 

J. Skid Shoe

— Used to adjust the ground clearance of the auger 

housing.

K. Headlight

— Used to operate the snowthrower in poor lighting 

conditions.

Not 

for  

Reproduction

Summary of Contents for 1695665

Page 1: ...2009 Mfg No Description 1695665 Dual Stage Snowthrower 14 5 TP 24 Inch 1695666 Dual Stage Snowthrower 15 5 TP 28 Inch 1695667 Dual Stage Snowthrower 16 5 TP 32 Inch 1695668 Dual Stage Snowthrower 16 5 TP 38 Inch N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n ...

Page 2: ...ication Tag The Illustrated Parts List for this machine can be downloaded from www simplicitymfg com Please provide model and serial number when ordering replacement parts Copyright 2009 Briggs Stratton Power Products Group LLC Milwaukee WI All rights reserved SIMPLICITY is a trademark of Briggs Stratton Power Products Group LLC Milwaukee WI USA ENGINE REFERENCE DATA Model Description Name Number ...

Page 3: ...T FITTINGS 21 LUBRICATE CONTROL LEVER LINKAGE 21 LUBRICATE DISCHARGE CHUTE AND DEFLECTOR 21 ENGINE MAINTENANCE 22 CHANGE THE SPARK PLUG 23 ADJUST SKID HEIGHT 24 BELT ADJUSTMENT 25 BELT GUIDE ADJUSTMENT 25 CHECK AND ADJUST THE CABLES 26 SPEED SELECTOR CABLE ADJUSTMENT 26 AUGER CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENT 26 TRACTION CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENT 27 CHUTE ROTATION MOTOR ADJUSTMENT 27 EASY TURNTM CABLE ADJUS...

Page 4: ...sult in personal injury Operator s Manual Read and understand before performing any activity or running snowthrower Rotating Impeller Keep a Safe Distance from Snowthrower Rotating Auger Rotating Gears Never Reach into Rotating Parts Thrown Objects Fire Explosion Shock Toxic Fumes Hot Surface Recommended Ear Protection for Extended Use Shut off engine and remove spark plug connector before perform...

Page 5: ...azardous operation equipment damage and voiding of the product warranty 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 safety instructions in this manual will result in death or serious injury Read the Manual TO SAFELY CLEAR A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE DANGER Hand contact with the rotating impel...

Page 6: ...ructions can cause a fire or explosion which will result in severe burns or death Fuel Handling 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 t...

Page 7: ...n 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 discharge chute angle Familiarize yourself with the area in which you plan to operate the snow throw...

Page 8: ...commended by the factory 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 Maintenance and Storage If there is natural or LP gas leakage in area do not start engine Do not use pressurized starting fluids because vapors are flammable WARNING Starting engine c...

Page 9: ...XXX XXXXXX XXXXXX IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION BRIGGS STRATTON CORPORATION Part No 278297 Part No 277953 1 2 2 3 1 Look for this symbol to indicate important safety precautions This symbol indicates Attention Become Alert Your Safety Is At Risk WARNING I If any safety decals become worn or damaged and cannot be read order replacement decals from your local dealer OPERATOR SAFETY Before operating y...

Page 10: ...FEATURES AND CONTROLS Snowthrower Controls Figure 2 A C G D 10 1 2 E E F B J I H K N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n ...

Page 11: ...rol After engaging the traction control left hand and auger control right hand allows the operator to release the auger control lever to use the other controls FEATURES AND CONTROLS F Easy TurnTM Traction Control When engaged allows the oper ator to release the left traction wheel but allows the right wheel to continue driving for easy turning G Traction Control Lever Used to propel snowthrower fo...

Page 12: ...o start the engine manually Engine Controls Figure 3 F Throttle Control Lever Used to control engine speed For best performance the throttle control should be set to the FAST position Use the SLOW position only for warming the engine G Fuel Shut Off Valve Used to turn the fuel supply off for out of season storage H Fuel Tank and Cap Fill the fuel tank to approximately 1 1 2 in 38 mm below the top ...

Page 13: ...f the chute deflector See Discharge Chute Deflector and Grip Warmer in this section 1 2 B C D A E 4 Fully press and hold the auger control lever C C to engage auger rotation Releasing the auger control lever will disengage the auger unless the Free Hand control has been activated 5 Fully press and hold the traction and Free Hand control lever D D to engage the traction drive and begin moving the s...

Page 14: ... place Never direct discharge towards windows or allow bystanders near machine while engine is running Stop the engine whenever leaving the operating position Disconnect spark plug before unclogging the impeller housing or the discharge chute and before making repairs or adjustments When leaving the machine remove the safety key To reduce the risk of fire keep the machine clean and free from spill...

Page 15: ...setting see Figure 8 2 Move the switch to the CENTER position to turn the grip warmer OFF 3 Press the switch to the RIGHT position for the LOW setting Grip Warmer Figure 8 DISCHARGE CHUTE DEFLECTOR AND GRIP WARMER Discharge Chute Rotation Left Right 1 Press the chute rotation switch to the UP position and hold to rotate the chute to the left A A Figure 7 2 After the desired position is obtained re...

Page 16: ...ng Make sure to wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine Store gasoline in a clean approved container and keep the cap in place on the container Keep gasoline in a cool well ventilated place never in the house Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline to assure volatility Gasoline is intended to be used as a fuel for internal combustion engines therefore do not use gasoline for an...

Page 17: ...into a three hole grounded receptacle WARNING To disconnect the power cord always unplug the end connected to the three hole grounded receptacle first OPERATION Start the engine as follows 1 Check the oil level See the Check Add Oil section in the ENGINE MANUAL 2 Make sure equipment drive controls are disengaged 3 Move the throttle control lever A A Figure 10 to the FAST position Always operate th...

Page 18: ...rter use short starting cycles five seconds maximum Wait one minute between starting cycles NOTE If the engine does not start after three attempts see the Engine Manual Troubleshooting section 11 Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes Then slowly move the choke control knob to the RUN position STOP THE ENGINE WARNING Gasoline and vapors are extremely flammable and explosive Fire or explos...

Page 19: ...ght in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual Rocks and gravel must not be picked up and thrown by the machine 6 After the snowthrowing job has been completed allow the engine to idle for a few minutes to melt snow and ice accumulated on the engine 7 Clean the snowthrower thoroughly after each use 8 Remove ice and snow accumulation and all debris from the entire snowthrower and flush with water if...

Page 20: ...te Auger Shaft Fittings Lubricate Chute Rotation Gear and Deflector Mechanism Remove All Snow and Slush off Snowthrower to Prevent Freezing of Auger or Controls Check Tire Pressure ENGINE Oil Check Oil Change Check and Replace Spark Plug NOTE The warranty on this snowthrower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operat...

Page 21: ...ting hours or as necessary to ensure safe operation NOTICE Under no circumstances should the unit be used if the controls do not function properly Lubricating Control Lever Linkage Figure 16 LUBRICATE DISCHARGE CHUTE AND DEFLECTOR Lubricate the chute rotation gear A A Figure 17 and deflector mechanism B B with automotive type oil every twenty five 25 operating hours MAINTENANCE A Lubricating Auger...

Page 22: ...18 Be sure original container is marked A P I service SF or higher Do not use SAE10W40 oil as it may not provide proper lubrication See Chart for oil recommendations Drain Oil Position snowthrower so that the oil drain plug A A Figure 19 is lowest point on engine When the engine is warm remove oil drain plug and oil fill cap and drain oil into a suitable container Replace oil drain plug and tighte...

Page 23: ... snow hood first make sure that the primer button hose and the ignition wire are connected 7 Mount the snow hood A A Figure 22 to the engine and secure with the four mounting screws 8 Align the tab A A Figure 23 on the choke control knob B B with the slot C C in the snow hood 9 Connect the choke control knob with the choke shaft Make sure the choke control knob is properly installed If the choke c...

Page 24: ...A B WARNING Be certain to maintain proper ground clearance for your particular area to be cleared Objects such as gravel rocks or other debris if struck by the impeller may be thrown with sufficient force to cause personal injury property damage or damage to the snowthrower Check and Replace Spark Plug Check the spark plug every twenty five 25 hours Replace the spark plug Figure 24 if the electrod...

Page 25: ...uger drive belt If it is damaged or loose replace it see authorized dealer Auger Drive Belt Adjustment 1 Disconnect spark plug wire 2 Remove screw A A Figure 26 from belt cover B B Remove belt cover 3 Loosen nut on idler pulley A A Figure 27 and move idler pulley towards belt about 1 8 inch 3 mm WARNING Do not over tighten as this may lift the lever and cause the auger drive to be engaged without ...

Page 26: ...hook see Figure 30 should barely touch the lever without raising it There can be a maximum 1 32 0 8 mm clearance as shown WARNING Do not over tighten as this may lift the lever and cause auger drive to be engaged without depressing the Auger Control 2 To adjust loosen nut by holding the adjusting flats and turning nut Turn adjustment flats and hold screw The adjustment screw is a phillips screw an...

Page 27: ... should move forward freely If unit does not move forward freely the cable has been over tightened To remedy loosen tension on clutch cable slightly and recheck Run In Adjustment 1 After 5 hours of use check for proper adjustment 2 Readjust clutch cable if necessary by increasing tension on cable A small amount of bellcrank arm movement is permissible if unit passes operating checks described in t...

Page 28: ...lodged in the auger housing Use of a harder grade shear pin will reduce the protection provided by the shear pin WARNING Do not go near the discharge chute or auger when the engine is running Do not run the engine if any cover or guard is removed Under most circumstances if the auger strikes an object which could cause damage to the unit the shear pin will break This protects the gear box and othe...

Page 29: ...equipment and experience to perform the job Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure Do not weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly Heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in an explosion Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel Do not stand in front or over the tire assembly when inflating Use appropriate tool that allows you to stand to one side NOTICE Check...

Page 30: ...akage and wear Replace if necessary 7 Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting 8 Cover the bare metal parts of the snowthrower housing auger and the impeller with rust preventative 9 If possible store your snowthrower indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt 10 On models with folding handles loosen the knobs that secure the upper handle Rotate th...

Page 31: ...o OPEN position Out of fuel Fill fuel tank Choke OFF cold engine Turn choke ON set throttle to FAST Engine flooded Turn choke to OFF try starting No spark Check gap Gap spark plug clean electrode or replace plug as necesary Water in fuel or old fuel Drain tank Dispose of fuel at an authorized hazardous waste facility Fill with fresh fuel Engine starts hard or runs poorly Fuel mixture too rich Move...

Page 32: ...ment in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual or see authorized dealer Auger control cable not adjusted correctly Adjust auger control cable Refer to Cable Adjustment in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual Broken shear pin Replace shear pin Refer to Auger Shear Pin Replacement in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual Discharge chute clogged Stop engine immediately Always use the clean out too...

Page 33: ...rvice is requested the manufacturing date of the product will be used to determine warranty eligibility ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY We welcome warranty repair and apologize to you for being inconvenienced Warranty service is available only through servicing dealers authorized by Briggs Stratton or BSPPG LLC Most warranty repairs are handled routinely but sometimes requests for warranty service may not be ...

Page 34: ...ble for warranty coverage of failures of emissions parts caused by the use of add on or modified parts LOOK FOR RELEVANT EMISSIONS DURABILITY PERIOD AND AIR INDEX INFORMATION ON YOUR ENGINE EMISSIONS LABEL The California Air Resources Board U S EPA and Briggs Stratton B S are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your Model Year 2008 and later engine equipment In California n...

Page 35: ...rnTM Friction Disc Easy TurnTM Friction Disc Easy TurnTM Friction Disc Easy TurnTM Drive Speeds 5 Forward 2 Reverse 5 Forward 2 Reverse 5 Forward 2 Reverse 5 Forward 2 Reverse Tire Size 16 x 4 8 in 41 x 12 cm 16 x 4 8 in 41 x 12 cm 16 x 6 5 in 41 x 17 cm 16 x 6 5 in 41 x 17 cm Tire Inflation 14 psi 0 96 bar 14 psi 0 96 bar 14 psi 0 96 bar 14 psi 0 96 bar Ignition System This spark plug ignition sy...

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