TWO STAGE GAS SNOW THROWER MODEL DB7659A-22 and 24 Questions, problems, missing parts? If you have questions or need technical support, call the Amerisun customer service department at 1-800-791-9458 or visit Amerisuninc.com and e-mail support@amerisuninc.com. For engine related problems, questions and warranty service call the engine manufacturer 1-877-274-2214. WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety....................................................................................................................................................... 2 Feature Identification ................................................................................................................................ 6 Box Contents ............................................................................................................................................ 7 Assembly ...............
SAFETY This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. WARNING! This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse. • Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating your Snow Thrower. • Do not use your Snow Thrower while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, medication. A moment of inattention while operating the Snow Thrower may result in severe bodily injury. • NEVER LEAVE YOUR RUNNING SNOW THROWER UNATTENDED. Stop the engine.
• If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine.Inspect thoroughly for damage. Repair any damage before starting and operating. • Disengage all control levers and stop engine before you leave the operating (behind the handles). • Wait until the auger /impeller comes to a complete stop before unclogging the chute assembly, making any adjustments, or inspections. • Never put your hand in the discharge or collector openings.
Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate.
FEATURE IDENTIFICATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Clearing Width: DB7659A 22 and 24 inches Clearing Height: 16 inches 4 Forward and 2 Reverse Speeds Engine Displacement: 208cc, 4 stroke A - Drive Control Handle B - Speed Control Lever C - Auger Control Handle D - Chute Rotation Handle E - Engine F - Skid Shoe G - Augers H - Impeller I - Snow/Ice Clean Out Tool J - Chute Assembly K - Chute Deflector Lever - 6
A. Drive Control Handle K. Chute Deflector Lever Located on the right side of the upper handle, the Drive Control is used to engage and disengage the drive wheels. Squeeze the Drive Control handle against the upper handle to engage the wheels; release to disengage. B. Speed Control Lever The angle of the chute deflector controls the discharge distance of the snow. Raising the angle will increase the distance . Lowering the angle will decrease the distance.
2. Attach the chute rotation bar to the mount bracket onto the chute housing using two hex screws, washers and locknuts. Tighten fasteners securely. NOTICE: Make sure all fasteners are tightened before starting the machine. 3. Slide the upper chute crank rod through the mounting hole under the control panel and into the lower chute crank rod. 2. Attached the upper handle to the lower handle using four (4) knobs, washers and bolts. Handle Assembly 1. Attach the lower handles using four (4) bolts.
NOTICE: Do not bend or kink the control cables. The cables should be routed under the handle assembly and not wrapped around the handle or knobs. The cables must move freely and not bind. 3. Secure the speed control cables to the handle with provided clips. Note: Do not secure the auger or drive control cables with the clips. Skid Shoe Installation and Adjustment 1. Locate the pair of skid shoes from parts bag and remove the bolts. 2.
4. Place a spacer board on the ground underneath the auger shave plate between the skid shoes. The thickness of the board should be the same as the height above the ground you wish to raise the auger shave plate. The skid shoes should not touch the board. 5. With the two (2) nuts loose allow the skid shoe to slide to the ground then tighten the nuts to secure the skid shoe. OPERATION PLEASE REFER TO ENGINE MANUAL (SEPARATE DOCUMENT) FOR ENGINE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.
Auger and Drive Controls Drive Speed Control Lever 1. To engage the auger, press down on the auger control handle (left side handle). Move the drive speed control lever to the desired speed. There are six (6) settings: four (4) forward speeds and two (2) reverse speeds. 1 is the slowest forward speed and 4 is the fastest forward speed. R1 is the slowest reverse speed and R2 is the fastest reverse speed. 2. To engage the drive, press down on the drive control handle (right side handle).
Chute Discharge Angle Adjustment Clearing Snow WARNING! Always disengage the drive and auger control handles before making adjustments. Make sure the augers are stopped and the machine is not moving. Start the engine (see ENGINE manual) once your Snow Thrower has been running outside for several minutes, it is now ready for use. Make sure the path in front of your Snow Thrower is free from people, animals, objects, and all other obstructions except for snow.
Stopping When finished using your Snow Thrower, perform the following steps to shut it down. 1. Engage the auger and impeller for 30 seconds to clear any remaining snow inside your Snow Thrower. 2. Stop the auger by releasing the left control handle. 3. Set the engine switch to the OFF position. See ENGINE manual for stopping procedures. 4. Remove snow from all Snow Thrower surfaces including the auger housing and chute areas.
Auger Shear Pin Replacement Auger or Impeller Jams WARNING! The auger and impeller rotate at fast speeds which can cause harm or even amputation to a person's body parts. Even if you do not see the auger or impeller rotating, it may start at any time if the engine is running. The chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing with a mounting clip and a cable tie at the factory. Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. 1.
Drive Control Cable Tension Adjustment WARNING! Entanglement Hazard - Before performing any adjustment procedures, make sure the engine is off and remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug to ensure the engine cannot accidently start. Never adjust cable tension with the engine running. The drive control cable is located on the right side (when standing behind the snow blower) and is made up of an upper and lower cable connected by an adjustment plate.
Depending on if the cable setting is biased towards forward or reverse, adjustment of the cables will vary. To adjust the cables one cable should be moved up and the other down equally in their respective brackets until there is a positive direction change when the lever is shifted between F1 and R1. The middle position between these two settings is neutral (there is no actual neutral "notched" position on the control panel) 1.
in-line with the cable below the control handle and is covered by a black plastic slip cover. The adjustment plate is used to adjust auger belt tension. 4. Adjustment is made by changing the position of the lower cable in the adjustment plate holes 1 2 3 4 5 6 – – – – – – Upper Auger Cable (Always in upper center hole) Adjustment Plate lower Auger Cable Cable Pulley Adjustment Plate Lower Cable Opening Slip Cover 1. Stop the engine. 2. Disconnect the upper cable from the auger control handle.
2. Remove 2 hex head screws and remove belt cover. 3. Loosen the belt guide pin hex head screw (installed on engine crankcase) and rotate the pin away from the pulley. 5. Right Side - Remove the hex screw, lock washers and flat washers attaching the auger housing to the main frame. 6. Remove the belt from the drive pulley while pulling the right side of the auger housing away from the main frame just enough to access the belt and auger pulley. 4.
Auger Belt Installation WARNING! Entanglement Hazard - Before performing any service procedures, make sure the engine is off and remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug to ensure the engine cannot accidently start. NOTICE: Before installing the auger belt, see Auger Belt and Related Component Inspection and repair or replace any components as required. 1. Inspect the new belt to ensure it is the correct size and type. • Original - Gates Truflex G 4LXP655 7.
4. Install and/or tighten the hex screws attaching the auger housing to the main frame. Tighten all fasteners securely, do not over tighten. 5. With the belt installed on both pulleys and tension pulley in position, move the belt guide pin to within 3/16 to 3/8 in. from the belt seated in the pulley and tighten the pin in position. NOTICE: After initial belt installation and adjustment, re-adjustment of the belt is recommended after a period of operation.
• Broken sheave or hub • Loose or missing mounting bolts • Bent or "out-of-round" condition (pulley not spin true on shaft) • Misaligned pulleys Storage WARNING! Never store your Snow Thrower for extended periods of time with fuel in the tank. Fuel stabilizer can be added to the fuel to extend its shelf life for storage. Store the unit, in a locked, dry place out of the reach of children to prevent unauthorized use or damage. Cover loosely with a tarp for added protection. Cleaning 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Remedy WARNING - Before attempting to make any inspections, repairs or adjustments, stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop moving and carefully disconnect the engine spark plug wire. If tipping or turning the snow blower is required for any inspection or repair, first wait until the engine is cool to the touch and then drain the engine of all fuel and oil into suitable containers and store or dispose of in a proper manner.
Drive System No forward or reverse drive movement when drive handle engaged Drive speed control stuck in gear or wont change gears Drive speed control allows only one direction forward or reverse Drive engaged when drive control handle released 1 Drive control cable loose, broken or binding 1 Repair or adjust drive control cable and adjust tension, see Auger and Drive Cable Adjustment 2 Drive belt loose or damaged 2 Check drive belt tension pulley for damage or incorrect tension, repair as necessary.
WARRANTY ONE YEAR WARRANTY ENGINE WARRANTY See the ENGINE manual included with this snow thrower for engine warranty information. For all engine related warranty issues contact LCT engine corporation - phone 1-877-274-2214. WARRANTY For one year from date of retail purchase within U.S.A., the manufacturer will, at its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
