Snow Blower User Manual

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07/2007 TP 300-4458-00-LW-SN

Large Frame Snowthrowers

Form No. 1735189

Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group

This Dealer Setup Instruction covers the following products:

MANUFACTURING, INC.

Initial setup

L1226E Models

Mfg. No. Description

1695326 SMIL1226E, 11.5GT Snowthrower

1695324 SNL1226E, 11.5GT Snowthrower

1695327 SMIL1226EX, 11.5GT Snowthrower (CE)

1695325 SNL1226EX, 11.5GT Snowthrower (CE)

L1428E Models

Mfg. No. Description

1695330 SMIL1428E, 13.5GT Snowthrower

1695328 SNL1428E, 13.5GT Snowthrower

1695331 SMIL1428EX, 13.5GT Snowthrower(CE)

1695329 SNL1428EX, 13.5GT Snowthrower (CE)

L1530E Models

Mfg. No. Description

1695334 SMIL1530E, 14.5GT Snowthrower

1695332 SNL1530E, 14.5GT Snowthrower

1695335 SMIL1530EX, 14.5GT Snowthrower (CE)

1695333 SNL1530EX, 14.5GT Snowthrower (CE)

L1632E Models

Mfg. No. Description

1695338 SMIL1632E, 15.5GT Snowthrower

1695336 SNL1632E, 15.5GT Snowthrower

1695337 SNL1632EX, 15.5GT Snowthrower (CE)

Summary of content (22 pages)

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M A N U FAC T U R I N G , I N C. Large Frame Snowthrowers Initial setup This Dealer Setup Instruction covers the following products: L1226E Models L1530E Models Mfg. No. 1695326 1695324 1695327 1695325 Mfg. No. 1695334 1695332 1695335 1695333 Description SMIL1226E, 11.5GT Snowthrower SNL1226E, 11.5GT Snowthrower SMIL1226EX, 11.5GT Snowthrower (CE) SNL1226EX, 11.5GT Snowthrower (CE) L1428E Models Mfg. No. 1695330 1695328 1695331 1695329 Description SMIL1428E, 13.5GT Snowthrower SNL1428E, 13.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers SAFETY RULES Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed. GENERAL OPERATION operate the unit safely enough to protect themselves and others from injury. • All operators should seek and obtain professional and practical instruction.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers Table of Contents Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1. Uncrate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2. Check Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 3. Install Drift Cutters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 4. Install Handles . . . . . . . . .
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Large Frame Snowthrowers 1 (2) x 2 TP 300-4458-00-LW-SN Size PSI bar 15 x 5.0-6 20 1,38 16 x 4.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers 3 5/16-18 x 3/4 4 A A B A 5/16-18 x 2-1/4 B 5/16-18 07/2007 5 TP 300-4458-00-LW-SN
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Large Frame Snowthrowers 5 C B D B C D A A 3/8-16 6 >= 3/8” (9.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers 7 1 1 2 2 3 8 A A 5/16 B 5/16 B 07/2007 7 TP 300-4458-00-LW-SN
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Large Frame Snowthrowers 9 1 2 3 4 TP 300-4458-00-LW-SN 8 07/2007
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Large Frame Snowthrowers 10 5 11 07/2007 12 9 TP 300-4458-00-LW-SN
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Large Frame Snowthrowers 13 14 TP 300-4458-00-LW-SN 15 10 07/2007
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Large Frame Snowthrowers 16 17 18 07/2007 11 TP 300-4458-00-LW-SN
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Large Frame Snowthrowers Perform Safety Checks B F E G Check Engine Controls A 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, bolts, clips, cotter pins and wires are secure. C 2. Check to make sure spark plug wire is attached. 3. Check all controls for proper operation: a. The engine should stop when the key is removed. b. The throttle should control the engine speed and stop the engine when moved to the STOP position. D c.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers Perform Safety Checks Check Snowthrower Controls A 1. Check the skid shoes to make sure they are set at the desired height. Adjust if necessary. D 2. Check the traction drive control (B, Figure 2). Snowthrower motion should stop when the control is released. 3. Check the auger control (C). Auger movement should stop when the control is released. B C 4. Check the manual chute direction control (D) for proper operation.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers Auger Drive Adjustment C B WARNING A Do not over-tighten, as this may lift the lever and cause auger drive to be engaged without depressing the Auger Control. 1. Check that the auger cable (A, Figure 3) is on top of cable button (B) as shown in Figure 3. 2. With the drive lever released, the hook (B, Figure 4) should barely touch the lever (C) without raising it. There can be a maximum 1/32” clearance as shown. Figure 3. Auger Cable Button A. Auger Drive Cable B.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers A A A B C B B C D Figure 6. Bottom Cover A. Capscrews B. Bottom Panel C. Auger Housing C Figure 5. Traction Drive Cable Adjustment A. Cable Boot B. Traction Drive Cable C. “Z” Hook D. Cable Adjustment Bracket Note: If the cable is too slack the unit will not drive. If the cable is too tight the drive will be engaged without pushing the handle down. A 4. Slide the cable boot (A) over the cable adjustment bracket. Run-In Adjustment B ALL MODELS 1.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers EASY TURN™ CABLE ADJUSTMENT A E If the Easy Turn™ cable has stretched, the gears will not disengage when the control lever is activated. Adjust the cable using the following procedure. 1. Turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug wire. B C 2. Loosen the jam nut (B, Figure 9). D 3. Turn the adjustment nut (A) to lengthen or shorten the cable.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers Scraper Bar & Skid Shoe Adjustment On smooth surfaces such as concrete or asphalt, the scraper bar should scrape the surface. On surfaces 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 is controlled by raising or lowering the Skid Shoes (See Figure 10). 1. To raise the scraper bar height, rest the scraper bar on a strip of wood equal in thickness to the desired height. 2.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers Belt Adjustment Auger Drive Belt B If your snowthrower will not discharge snow, check the control cable adjustment. If it is correct, then check the condition of the auger drive belt. If it is damaged or loose,replace it (see Belt Replacement in this section of the manual). 1. Disconnect spark plug wire. 2. Loosen screw (B, Figure 11) from belt cover (A). Remove belt cover (A). 3.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers Belt Replacement A B F Auger Drive Belt The drive belts are of special construction and must be replaced with original factory replacement belts available from your nearest authorized service center. Some steps require the assistance of a second person. If the auger drive belt is damaged, the snow thrower will not discharge snow. Replace the damaged belt as follows. C L D K E 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire. A 2.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers A A D B B A C B D D Figure 15. Spout Rotator Rod A. Special Nut B. Cover C. Hair Pin D. Spout Rotator Rod C Figure 16. Frame and Axle Housing A. Upper Capscrews B. Lower Capscrews C. Auger Housing D. Frame 16. Slide spout rotator rod (B, Figure 17) into hex dash opening (A). 9. Remove special nut (A, Figure 15) and cover (B). 10. Remove hair pin (C) and slide rod forward about 3 inches until hex shaft separates from the handle control. A 11.
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Large Frame Snowthrowers 22. Adjust the belt guide. See “Belt Adjustment” in the Adjustment section. 13. Adjust the belt guide. See “Belt Adjustment” in the adjustment section of the manual. 23. Install the belt cover (A, Figure 11). Tighten screws (B). 14. Install the bottom panel (B, Figure 13). Tighten 1/420 screws to 25-35 lb-in (2,8-3,9 Nm). 24. Check the adjustment of the cables. See “Drive Adjustments” in the Adjustment section. 15. Install the belt cover (A, Figure 11).
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Large Frame Snowthrowers MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.SimplicityMfg.com PRODUCTS 535 Macon Street McDonough, GA 30253 www.Snapper.com Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group Copyright © 2006 Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI USA.