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TROUBLESHOOTING 

 

PROBLEM 

PROBABLE CAUSE 

CORRECTIVE ACTION 

Engine Will Not Start   1. Fuel tank empty. 

1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel/oil mix. 

Using Recoil Starter 

2. Engine needs choking and priming. 

2. Move choke control to “CHOKE” position. Push 

primer bulb three times. 

 

3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 

3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. 

 

4. Fuel shut off valve closed. 

4. Move fuel shut off valve to the on position. 

Engine Will Not Start  

Using Electric Starter 

1. Power extension cord not plugged into machine or    

120 Volt outlet for U.S.A. or 230 Volt for Europe. 

1. Plug power extension cord into machine & into 120 

Volt outlet for U.S.A. or 230 Volt for Europe. 

 

2. Power extension cord damaged. 

2. Discard damaged power extension cord. 

 

3. Starter switch damaged or faulty. 

3. Replace starter switch. 

Engine Stalls or Stops  1. Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system. 

1. Drain and clean fuel system. 

After Running 

2. Choke control in the “CHOKE” position. 

2. Move choke control to “OFF” position. 

 

3. Fuel tank empty. 

3. Fill with fuel to proper level. 

 

4. Air intake clogged with snow or debris. 

4. Unclog air intake. 

 

5. Spark plug defective or gap set improperly. 

5. Service spark plug. 

Engine Loses Power  1. Engine lubrication oil level is low. 

1. Add oil to the engine to full level. 

 

2. Spark plug faulty. 

2. Service spark plug. 

 

3. Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system. 

3. Drain and clean fuel system. 

Excessive Vibration 

1. Damaged, out of balance or bent auger. 

1. Service auger. 

 

2. Loose engine or auger/impeller components. 

2. Service and tighten loose components. 

 

3. Bent or loose Idler pulley. 

3. Tighten or replace pulley. 

 

4. Cracked, severed or frayed belt. 

4. Replace belt. 

Poor Snow 

1. Clogged discharge chute. 

1. Stop engine and unclog discharge chute. 

Discharging 

2. Damaged or bent auger/impeller or components. 

2. Service auger/impeller or components. 

 

3. Cracked, severed or frayed belt. 

3. Replace belt. 

 

4. Belt tension out of adjustment. 

4. Adjust belt tension. 

 

5. Insufficient lubrication in auger bearings. 

5. Lubricate all bearings as specified in manuals. 

 
 

SERVICE SCHEDULE 

 

ITEM

 

SERVICE PERFORMED

 

REF. EACH 

USE 

HRS 

25 

HRS 

50 

HRS 

100 

HRS 

EACH  

SEASON 

Spark Plug 

Replace Engine 

Manual 

    X   

Engine Oil 

Check Oil Level 

Engine Manual 

X        

 

 

Initial Oil Change 

Engine Manual 

 X      

 

 

Periodic Oil Change 

Engine Manual 

  X    

 

Air Filter 

Clean or Replace 

Engine Manual 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine Cooling 

System 

Clean Shroud & Fins 

Engine Manual 

    X   

Drive Belts 

Check For Adjustment, 
Wear and Tension 

Page 15-17 

  X 

X   X 

Auger & 
Impeller 

Check For Damage & 
Lubrication 

Page 13 

X        

Tires 

Check Air Pressure 

Page 8 

X        

 

 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for E11306

Page 1: ... 30 30 Auger Width 11 11 0 Engine HP Engine Horse Power Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your Snow Thrower read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 3 Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance with the operating instructio...

Page 2: ...ould evaluate their ability to operate the snow thrower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury 4 Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine motor 5 Wear adequate winter clothing including boots which will give you maximum footing on slippery surfaces Exercise CAUTION to avoid slipping or falling 6 Before the first snow fall check the area t...

Page 3: ...t speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when backing 18 Disengage power to the auger impeller when snow thrower is transported or not in use 19 Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snow thrower such as wheels weights counterweights cabs and the like 20 Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light Always be sure of your footing a...

Page 4: ...13 Lubricate Gear Case 13 Lubricate Auger Bearing 13 General Lubrication 13 Annually End of Season 14 Engine 14 Spark Plug 14 Maintenance and Service Parts 14 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 15 20 Auger Impeller Wheel Drive Belt Adjustment 15 16 Auger Impeller Wheel Drive Belt Replacement 16 17 Ground Speed Adjustment 18 Skid Shoe Adjustment 18 Single Handle Control Adjustment 19 Auger Shear Bolt...

Page 5: ... allow children or others in the area when Snowthrower is being operated DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR CONTROL Turn counter clockwise to Unlock Push Pull control to adjust deflector Turn clockwise to Lock EUROPEAN COMMUNITY DISCHARGE CHUTE Rotate control to discharge snow in desired direction DEADMAN CONTROLS Depress to engage Release to disengage stop Left control wheel drive Right control auger impeller G...

Page 6: ...engine wait for all moving parts to stop remove spark plug wire before unclogging or servicing machine 5 Never allow children to operate the equipment Never allow adults to operate equipment without proper instruction 6 Keep area of operations clear of all persons especially children 7 Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of unit 8 Keep machine properly maintained and serv...

Page 7: ...ational controls and identify major parts discussed in Operator s Manual FIGURE 1 1 NOMENCLATURE BLOWER CLUTCH DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL REMOTE DEFLECTOR TRACTION CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER SPEED CONTROL LEVER FUEL TANK DISCHARGE CHUTE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR GUARD SKID SHOES AUGERS HOUSING BELT COVER OIL FILL AND DIP STICK ...

Page 8: ...t least ten minutes before refilling Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting engine DO NOT run engine indoors 2 1 6 Add fuel to tank after pushing the machine outside where fumes can safely dissipate Make sure cap is tightened after refueling Wipe up any spilled fuel on machine and surrounding area Refer to Engine Owners Manual for specifications 2 1 7 Check auger impeller housing and discharge ...

Page 9: ...t off valve to the ON position See Figure 2 3 FIGURE 2 3 2 Insert key into ignition switch See Figure 2 4 3 Move choke control to the choke ON position See Figure 2 4 4 Move engine speed control to the FAST position See Figure 2 4 5 Push primer button three times to start a cold engine NOTE Do not use primer button to start warm engine See Figure 2 4 IMPORTANT Stop the auger impeller and wheel dri...

Page 10: ...2 2 3 ENGAGING AUGER 1 Move auger impeller control lever against handle to engage auger impeller See Figure 2 6 2 2 4 ENGAGING WHEEL DRIVE 1 Move wheel drive control lever against handle to engage wheel drive Ground speed can be changed while the machine is in operation by changing position of the ground speed control IMPORTANT This snow thrower has six forward speeds and one reverse speed See Fig...

Page 11: ...e to the ON position See Figure 2 3 2 Insert key into ignition switch See Figure 2 8 3 Connect the power cord to the starter switch box on the engine then plug the other end into 120 volt AC receptacle for U S A or 230 Volt for Europe 4 Move choke control to the choke ON position See Figure 2 8 IMPORTANT Stop the auger impeller and wheel drive by releasing the auger impeller and wheel drive contro...

Page 12: ...on using deflector handle located on control panel Rotate deflector handle counter clockwise to unlock Push handle to raise or pull handle to lower the deflector Rotate deflector handle clockwise to lock into position 3 Rotate chute crank to position discharge chute in desired direction See Figure 2 5 2 2 11 STOPPING ENGINE AUGER WHEEL DRIVE Stop the auger impeller and wheel drive by releasing the...

Page 13: ...son of operation apply two shots of grease from a grease gun into gear case Use Benelene 900 or equivalent grease The grease plug for the gear case is located in front of the gear case See Figure 3 3 2 Before each season of operation apply two shots of from a grease gun into auger bearing Use Benelene 900 or equivalent grease The grease fitting for the auger bearing is located on each end of the a...

Page 14: ... spraying water into exhaust or air intakes during washing 4 Tilt snow thrower up on its wheels and thoroughly clean the underside of the auger impeller 5 Lubricate all exposed metal with a light coating of oil to prevent corrosion 6 Store the machine in a shed or other dry area protected from weather 3 6 MAINTENANCE and SERVICE PARTS MAINTENANCE and SERVICE PARTS Auger Drive Belt Briggs Engines 1...

Page 15: ...ate cable beyond the point to where all of the slack is out of cable Cables have to have a certain amount of slack When control lever is in the released position the cable slack allows 1 Auger brake to stop auger impeller 2 Wheel drive to disengage If all of the adjustment is utilized at the cable connector go to Section 4 1 2 for alternate adjustment 4 1 2 AUGER BELT ADJUSTMENT IDLER PULLEY ADJUS...

Page 16: ...to install auger drive belt 5 Remove auger drive belt from around engine pulley See Figure 4 4 FIGURE 4 4 6 Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive system area Secure machine in the tilted position to prevent tipping over Remove drive system cover plate See Figure 4 5 FIGURE 4 5 7 Remove auger drive belt from drive disc pulley Route auger belt through drive system in between rubber drive tire...

Page 17: ...heel drive belt 5 Remove wheel drive belt from around engine pulley See Figure 4 6 FIGURE 4 6 6 Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive system area Secure machine in the tilted position to prevent tipping over Remove drive system cover plate See Figure 4 7 FIGURE 4 7 7 Remove wheel drive belt from drive disc pulley Route wheel belt through drive system in between rubber drive tire and drive d...

Page 18: ... should be lowered 1 Tilt machine up and place a wooden block under auger impeller housing 2 Loosen bolts on both skid shoes Move shoes down to raise auger impeller housing or move skid shoes up to lower auger impeller housing See Figure 4 8 FIGURE 4 8 SCRAPER BLADE SKID SHOE LOOSEN CARRIAGE BOLTS TO SHIFT SCRAPER BLADE BLOCK UP FOR SMOOTH PAVED SURFACES DOWN FOR ROUGH GRAVELED SURFACES SKID SHOE ...

Page 19: ...usting line located on the cam lock bracket 3 To adjust loosen the nuts on the cable guide support bracket and move the bracket in or out until the cam lock aligns with the adjusting line Retighten nuts 4 Hold the wheel drive control lever down to the handle bar at the same time press the auger impeller control lever down to the handle bar and hold in position 5 Check the position of the cable fer...

Page 20: ...et away from ring gear slightly NOTE The worm gear should always maintain full contact with ring gear after adjustment Retighten adjustment bolt If crank still does not operate satisfactorily lubricate worm gear and ring gear with grease See Figure 4 13 4 1 9 RUBBER DRIVE TIRE REPLACEMENT 1 Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive system area Secure machine in the tilted position to prevent ti...

Page 21: ...ug Engine Loses Power 1 Engine lubrication oil level is low 1 Add oil to the engine to full level 2 Spark plug faulty 2 Service spark plug 3 Water debris or stale fuel in fuel system 3 Drain and clean fuel system Excessive Vibration 1 Damaged out of balance or bent auger 1 Service auger 2 Loose engine or auger impeller components 2 Service and tighten loose components 3 Bent or loose Idler pulley ...

Page 22: ...iginal purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied w...

Page 23: ...23 NOTES ...

Page 24: ...ARGE FRAME SNOW THROWER SERIES 6 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm COPYRIGHT 2001 SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED INSTRUCTION No 7 4243 I R 1 15 01 ...

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