Page 1: ...s Mfg No Description 1695305 P1628E Snowthrower 1695306 P1628EX Snowthrower CE 1732 Models Mfg No Description 1695307 P1732E Snowthrower 1695308 P1732EX Snowthrower CE 1738 Models Mfg No Description 1...
Page 2: ...Hand Linkage 22 Lubricate Auger Shaft Assembly 22 Troubleshooting Adjustments Service Troubleshooting 23 Speed Selector Adjustment 25 Auger Drive Tension 25 Traction Drive Tension 26 Manual Discharge...
Page 3: ...well as DURING operation Safe operating techniques an explanation of the product s features and controls and maintenance information is included to help you get the most out of your equipment investm...
Page 4: ...ller They pick up and throw snow and ice Thrown debris could seriously injure a bystander ALWAYS direct the discharge chute away from bystanders and prop erty that could be damaged by frying debris Be...
Page 5: ...ne motor and machine adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear snow 9 Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect ey...
Page 6: ...d 4 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary 5 Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze up of the collector impeller 6 If fuel is spilled do not attemp...
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Page 8: ...our local dealer for replacements These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant visual reminder to you and others who may use the equipment to follow the safety instructions necessary for...
Page 9: ...NG REMOVE KEY BEFORE SERVICING Remove the key disconnect spark plug wire and consult technical litera ture before performing repairs or maintenance WARNING DISMEMBERMENT This machine can amputate limb...
Page 10: ...engine identification numbers refer to the engine owner s manual CE Models Place the extra copy of the identification tag in the manual CE IDENTIFICATION TAG MARKINGS A Manufacturer s Identification N...
Page 11: ...ntrols appfied in specific sequences To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section a speed Selector Selects forward speeds 1 5 and reverse speed...
Page 12: ...tension cord provided with units equipped with this feature Connect this extension cord ONLY to a properly grounded 3 prong electrical outlet Recoil Starter All Models Pulling the recoil handle cranks...
Page 13: ...te and remain in position when released If the speed selector does not move freely into all forward and reverse speed positions contact your local authorized dealer for assistance WARNING This unit is...
Page 14: ...utton D provides initial fuel to help start a cold engine Normally pressing the primer button twice will pro vide enough fuel to start a cold engine E Throttle Lever The throttle lever E controls the...
Page 15: ...ne Owner s Manual 2 Make sure equipment drive controls if equipped are disengaged See the equipment manual for location and operation of these controls 3 Move the throttle control lever A Figure 2 to...
Page 16: ...order to avoid a hazard CAUTION To extend the life of the starter use short starting cycles five seconds maximum Wait one minute between starting cycles 10 Electric Start Depress the push button B Aft...
Page 17: ...de the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snowthrowers DO NOT use your hand to clean out the discharge chute To clear the chute 1 Stop the engine Remove the key 2 Wait...
Page 18: ...urfaces 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 A is controlled by raising or lowering the skid shoes B 1 To rai...
Page 19: ...ever will be more difficult to activate under a heavy load Activate the lever before beginning a turn When Pushing the Snowthrower For easy turning when pushing the snowthrower disen gage the right wh...
Page 20: ...Manual contains further information on preventing ice formation and freeze up STORAGE WARNING Never store the unit with fuel in an enclosed poorly ventilated structure Fuel vapors can travel to an ign...
Page 21: ...ne Manual Yearly See Engine Manual 4 6 Hours N A Yearly Lithium Grease 10 Hours 10W Oil 10 Hours Lithium Grease CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE The air pressure in each tire Figure 10 should be equal for both...
Page 22: ...t A Figure 13 Generally all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts Keep oil and grease off belts pulley grooves drive disc and friction disc LUBRICATION NOTES _ Grea...
Page 23: ...TANT NOTE It is very important that grease fittings on the auger shaft are lubricated regularly If auger rusts to shaft damage to worm gear may occur if shear pins do not break Figure 16 Lubricate Fre...
Page 24: ...valve is in CLOSED position Out of fuel Choke OFF cold engine Engine flooded No spark Water in fuel or old fuel Drain tank Dispose of fuel at an authorized hazardous waste facility Fill with fresh fu...
Page 25: ...belt guide Loosen rod to remove slack or replace See adjustment procedure Tighten to remove slack See adjust ment procedure Drive belt loose broken or Replace drive belt stretched Drive roller chain d...
Page 26: ...t D Figure 22 by holding the adjusting flats A and turning nut D Turn adjust ment flats and hold screw The adjustment screw is a phillips screw and the head can be held or turned by inserting a screwd...
Page 27: ...tion Verify that the cables are not over tightened With speed selector in position 1 and traction drive control fully released push snowthrower forward The unit should move forward freely If unit does...
Page 28: ...r bracket mounting nuts Figure 23 2 Slide the gear bracket into the position that provides the best engagement between the gears 3 Tighten the bracket mounting hardware and check for smooth operation...
Page 29: ...near the discharge chute or auger when the engine is running Do not run the engine with any cover or guard removed Under most circumstances if the auger strikes an object which could cause damage to...
Page 30: ...belt stops and remove belt from pulley C d Remove the two bolts D Figure 29 from the gear assembly e Loosen the set collar and slide the axle shaft right f Belt can be removed from top or bottom For...
Page 31: ...sion Follow the procedures under AUGER TRAC TION DRIVE TENSION Make sure the auger stops when the auger drive lever is released Make sure traction drive stops when the traction drive lever is release...
Page 32: ...ariability Due to manufacturing and capacity limitations Briggs Stratton may substitute an engine of higher rated power for this Series engine ENGINE 1450 Series Briggs Stratton Make Briggs Stratton M...
Page 33: ...well as fully 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 pa...
Page 34: ...ING INC 500 N Spring Street PO Box 997 Port Washington Wl 53074 0997 www SimplicityMfg com PRODUCTS INC 535 Macon Street McDonough GA 30253 www Snapper com Copyright 2OO7 BRIGGS STRATTON All Rights Re...
