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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL

Single Stage
Snowthrower

520M Models

Mfg. No.

Description

1693643

520M, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start

1693645

520M, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start (CE)

85630

SS5200R, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start

520E Models

Mfg. No.

Description

1693644

520E, 5HP Snowthrower, Electric Start

85631

SS5200E, 5HP Snowthrower, Electric Start

1720536-03

Rev 5/2003

TP 100-2290-03-SW-SN

Summary of Contents for 1693643

Page 1: ...520M 5HP Snowthrower Manual Start 1693645 520M 5HP Snowthrower Manual Start CE 85630 SS5200R 5HP Snowthrower Manual Start 520E Models Mfg No Description 1693644 520E 5HP Snowthrower Electric Start 85631 SS5200E 5HP Snowthrower Electric Start 1720536 03 Rev 5 2003 TP 100 2290 03 SW SN ...

Page 2: ...e 12 Operating the Snowthrower 13 Snowthrowing Tips 13 After Each Use 13 Off Season Storage 13 Starting After Storage 11 Regular Maintenance Removing Belt Cover 14 Lubrication 14 Troubleshooting Service Troubleshooting 15 Removing Engine Cover 15 Auger Control Cable Adjustment 16 Carburetor Adjustment Ref only 16 Replacing the Drive Belt 17 Replacing the Scraper Blade 17 Servicing the Spark Plug 1...

Page 3: ... 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 slope If tires lose traction disengage the auger and proceed slowly straight down the slope Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not oper...

Page 4: ...e 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 change clothing immedi ately Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Never run a unit in an enclosed area Keep nuts and bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition Never ...

Page 5: ...ating 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 certain the collector impeller and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting 7 Do not run the engine indoors except for starting ...

Page 6: ...ealer 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 dB A Vibration Wheel XXX m s 2002 dB A Port Washington WI USA 53074 0997 Simplicity Mfg Inc CE IDENTIFICATION TAG MARKINGS A Manufacturer s Identification Number B Manufacturer s Serial Number C Po...

Page 7: ... lost or damaged replace them at once They can be purchased from your local dealer Part No 1722674 Discharge Chute Danger Decal Part No 1716669 Main Dash Decal Electric Start Models Safety Rules Information Part No 1716532 Auger Danger Decal Part No 1716670 Main Dash Decal Manual Start Models Part No 1716672 Auger Control Decal Part No 73461 Warning Decal Part No 73844 Warning Decal Fire Hazard Do...

Page 8: ...o to inside of of the rotating ring with washers and nuts on the out side Note install the rear bolt first for easier align ment 2 Tighten bolts securely with a wrench 3 Lift up folding handle to align it with lower handle and tighten the wing knobs securely as shown in Figure 3 The snow thrower is now ready for operation once the fuel tank has been filled with the properly mixed gasoline and two ...

Page 9: ...tion of auger Deflector Controls B Chute Direction Control The Chute Direction Control B Figures 4 5 allows the discharge chute to be rotated to throw snow in the desired direction Snow may be thrown at any angle from straight left to straight forward to straight right The length of the chute direction control can be adjusted Remove the cotter pin A Figure 5 to extend or shorten the rod to desired...

Page 10: ...the engine crankshaft cycles the engine and generates the spark necessary for starting the engine D Primer Button When pressed the Primer Button D Figure 6 provides initial fuel to help start a cold engine Normally pressing the primer button twice will provide enough fuel to start a cold engine E Engine Key Insert key in switch and turn key to ON position when starting engine To stop engine turn k...

Page 11: ...lopes should be in an up and down direction only If it becomes necessary to move across the face of a slope use caution and do not blow snow Be very careful when changing direction on a slope Proper winter footwear is recommended for the operator to help prevent slipping Never attempt to clean snow from excessively steep slopes The maximum slope for any operation is 17 7 10º WARNING Gasoline is hi...

Page 12: ...ed clean fuel container one quarter full with fresh unleaded fuel one quart one liter in a one gallon 4 liter container 2 Pour recommended amount of high quality two cycle oil 2 5 ounces 80 ml into fuel container for one gallon 4 liters of fuel NOTE DO NOT USE MULTI VISCOSITY OILS SUCH AS 10W 30 or 10W 40 3 Reinstall cap on the fuel container and shake con tainer vigorously so oil mixes with gasol...

Page 13: ...r cord from household receptacle and then from starter switch on snow thrower Store cord in a dry convenient place 8 To stop engine turn Engine Key to the OFF position Manual Recoil Starting Steps 1 Insert engine key in switch and turn key to the ON position 2 If engine is cold move choke control lever to the ON position Do not choke a warm engine 3 Push the Primer Button two times if engine is co...

Page 14: ...r ation Controls Operation WARNING Do not use snow thrower on surfaces above ground level such as the roof of a building AFTER EACH USE Allow snow thrower to run a few minutes after clearing snow to reduce the likelihood of parts freezing while machine is not is use If you will be storing the unit for the season see the STORAGE section for instructions on properly preparing the unit for long term ...

Page 15: ...n Lightly Oil A few drops of oil should be placed on wheel hubs occasionally to keep wheels turning freely Apply oil to pivot points of auger control peri odically wiping off any excess oil A couple of drops of light machine oil applied to upper end of auger control cable will assure free movement of cable through outside casing Wipe off any excess oil Remove belt cover and lightly apply oil to th...

Page 16: ... discharge chute 4 Broken control cable 4 Replace cable Auger does not stop turning 1 Incorrect control cable 1 Adjust Auger Control cable when control is released adjustment Excessive vibration 1 Loose parts or damaged 1 STOP engine and REMOVE the key auger tighten all hardware If vibration continues see your dealer Note For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above please contact your lo...

Page 17: ...cable length since the operating tension on the drive belt is maintained by the spring on the end of the cable If the auger turns too slowly under heavy load or momentary squealing of drive belt is heard when enter ing heavy snow pressure applied to drive belt by idler pulley must be increased by reducing the slack in the cable If the auger continues to turn when the auger control is released the ...

Page 18: ...dure in the adjustments section of this manual 9 Reinstall the belt and engine covers Figure 15 Drive Belt Replacement REPLACING THE SCRAPER BLADE 1 Remove Engine Key from switch 2 Remove the two bolts and nuts securing the Scraper Blade to the auger housing Retain the bolts and nuts for attaching the new blade 3 Remove the worn Scraper Blade 4 Install the new Scraper Blade and secure it with the ...

Page 19: ... illustrated parts lists These manuals show all of the product s components in exploded views 3D illustrations which show the relationship of parts and how they go together as well as part numbers and quantities used Important assembly notes and torque values are also included For applicable manuals currently available for your model contact our Customer Publications Department at 262 284 8519 Hav...

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