OPERATOR’S MANUAL Intermediate Snowthrower Models 555 Models Mfg. No. 1694587 1694595 85665 80494 Description 555M, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start 555M, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start (Export) I5225, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start EI5225, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start (Export) 860 Models Mfg. No.
Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information Regular Maintenance Training ...................................................................2 Preparation .............................................................2 Operation ................................................................2 Children...................................................................3 Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute .....................3 Service, Maintenance and Storage .........................3 Emissions............
Safety Rules & Information This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet. 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. TRAINING OPERATION 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manuals before operating this unit.
Safety Rules 8. Always follow the engine manual instructions for storage preparations before storing the unit for both short and long term periods. 9. Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper start-up procedures when returning the unit to service. 10. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary. 11. Keep nuts and bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition. 12. Never tamper with safety devices.
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Identification Numbers SA M North American Models PL E 169XXXX Serial No.: kW: Engine RPM LpA: Vibration: XXXXX XXX XXXX XXX dB(A) XXX m/s² SA Mfg. No.: 2002 dB(A) CE Models M PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA PL Model Description Name/Number Simplicity Mfg. Inc.
Safety Decals GENERAL All WARNING, CAUTION, and instructional messages on your unit should be carefully read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when these instructions are not followed. The information is for your safety and it is important. The safety decals below are on your unit. This unit has been designed and manufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing.
CE Safety Icons & Compliance Specs Warning: Read Operator’s Manual. Warning: Dismemberment. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this machine. This machine can amputate limbs. Keep bystanders and children away when engine is running. Danger: Thrown Objects. Danger: Dismemberment. This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. The auger can amputate limbs. Keep hands and feet away from auger and rotating parts. Warning: Remove Key Before Servicing.
Features, Controls, & Operation Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual. ALL MODELS 1,2..
Features & Controls CONTROL LOCATIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, and driving require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. 1,2.. Speed Selector Fuel Selects forward speeds 1-5 and reverse speeds 1-2. Fuel tank filler cap (see illustration). Note: The fuel shut off valve is located under the fuel tank.
Engine Controls STARTING CONTROLS Tecumseh L-Head Models See Figures 1 & 2 for the following instructions. Units with Optional Electric Start B A C A. Electric Start Button - The electric start button (A) activates an electric starter mounted to the engine, eliminating the need to pull the starter handle. The electric start button operates on 120 Volts AC, which is provided by connection to the extension cord provided with units equipped with this feature.
Controls GROUND SPEED CONTROLS C A. Speed Selector - This lever (A, Figures 3 & 4) is used to set the ground speed of the snowthrower. A B D The snowthrower has five forward speeds, 1–5, and two reverse speeds, 1–2. No neutral position or gate is required, since the traction drive design automatically provides "neutral" (no forward or reverse movement), whenever the drive control is released. B.
Operation GENERAL OPERATION WARNING CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP This unit is a “two-stage” snowthrower. 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, bolts and clips are secure. The first stage is the auger, which feeds the snow back into the impeller housing. The second stage is the impeller, which throws the snow out the discharge chute. If bodily contact is made with the auger or impeller when they are rotating, severe personal injury will occur. 2.
Operation STARTING THE ENGINE Tecumseh Models 1. Turn the fuel valve (B, Figure 5 & 6) to the ON position. B A C 2. Insert the engine key (F) into the engine key slot and push fully in to the RUN position. 3. Move the throttle lever (E) fully up to the FAST position. D 4. Fully close the choke (G) if engine is cold. (Do not choke a warm engine.) E 5. Push the primerbutton (D) two times if engine is cold. (Do not prime a warm engine.) F G 6.
Operation OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER C 1. Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction. A D B 2. Set the speed selector to the desired forward speed. 3. Fully press and hold the auger control (C, Figure 7) on the right-hand grip to begin auger rotation. To disengage the auger, completely release the lever. 4. Fully press and hold the traction drive control lever (B, Figure 7) on the left-hand grip to engage the traction drive and begin moving the snowthrower.
Operation DEFLECTOR Chute Deflector Knob The distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlled by the position of the deflector (Figure 9). (Engine speed also affects distance of discharge. Always operate at FULL throttle.) The more the deflector is tilted UP, the farther snow will be thrown. Loosen the deflector knob, tilt the deflector UP or DOWN, and then retighten the knob when the desired angle has been chosen. Chute Deflector Figure 9.
Operation FREE-WHEELING AND TRACTION DRIVE LOCK For easy turning when pushing the snowthrower, you can disengage the traction drive at one or both wheels by using the traction lock pins (See Figures 11 & 12). Klik-Pin In OUTER Hole 1. Turn the unit off, remove the engine key, and disconnect the spark plug wire. 2. To DISENGAGE the traction drive lock, insert the traction lock pin through the outer hole in the axle. (See Figure 11). 3.
Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FREQUENCY NOTES Check auger gear case lubrication.** 25 Hours Winter Weight Worm Gear Oil Lubricate snowthrower. 10 Hours 10W Oil and Grease Check tire pressure. Monthly 20 psi (1.37 bar) Change engine oil.*✛ 50 Hours✛ See Engine Manual Yearly See Engine Manual 4-6 Hours N/A Yearly Lithium Grease Check / Lubricate Free-Hand Linkage. 10 Hours 10W Oil Lubricate Auger Shaft.
Maintenance LUBRICATION IMPORTANT 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. A To prevent wheels rusting to axles, it is also necessary to remove the wheels and grease the axles regularly. Remove wheels and grease axles once each year. There are two grease fittings on the auger shaft. Wipe the fittings clean and apply grease, using a grease gun.
Storage LUBRICATION CHECK / LUBRICATE FREE-HAND LINKAGE Check the function of the Free-Hand controls: the controls should function as described in the CONTROLS section. It is critical for the safe operation of the unit that the controls disengage when released. If the controls do not function properly, lubricate them. If lubrication does not rectify the problem, see your dealer. Under no circumstances should the unit be used if the controls are not functioning properly. Figure 17.
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Before performing any adjustment or service to snowthrower, stop the engine and wait for moving parts to stop. Remove the key. To prevent accidental starting, disconnect the spark plug wire and fasten away from the plug. This section provides troubleshooting and service instructions. Locate the problem and check the possible cause/remedy in the order listed. Also, refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual for additional information.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM Auger rotates, but snow is not thrown far enough POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 1. Chute deflector too low. 1. Adjust deflector as necessary. 2. Engine speed too slow. 2. Set speed to full throttle. 3. Ground speed too fast. 4. Snowthrower discharge chute clogged. 3. Use slower speed selector setting. 4. STOP engine and REMOVE the key. DISCONNECT the spark plug wire. Clear auger using clean-out tool. See warning in SAFETY RULES. 5. Auger belt loose or worn. 5.
Adjustments SPEED SELECTOR PIVOT ADJUSTMENT A The speed selector is factory set for optimal performance at each forward and reverse speed setting. However, if drive system components have been replaced, adjustment may be necessary. Adjust as follows: 1. Move the ground speed control (A, Figure 19) fully forward. B 2. Loosen the hardware (B) securing the upper and lower shift rods. C 3. Push the lower rod (C) down fully (into the housing). 4.
Adjustments MANUAL DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT F A E Pinion Gear Adjustment If the discharge chute is difficult to operate, first lubricate the pinion gear (A, Figure 21) and ring gear (F). If it is still difficult to operate, adjust as follows: NOTE: If the discharge chute will not stay in position, adjust the pinion gear (A) closer to the ring gear (F). B 1. Loosen the nut (G, Figure 23) which holds the pinion gear bracket in the slotted hole. D C G 2.
Adjustments AUGER DRIVE CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT The auger drive clutch cable should be adjusted so that there is no slack in the cable when moved slightly from side to side. To adjust tension on the cable: 1. Loosen adjustment hex nut (Figure 23) by holding the adjusting flats and turning adjustment hex nut . Auger Drive Clutch Cable 2. Tighten adjustment screw by turning adjustment flats and holding screw.
Adjustments DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (Continued) If the auger drive slips (auger slows or doesn't rotate normally while blowing snow), or stays engaged when the control is disengaged — and the auger clutch cable has been properly adjusted — the auger drive belt may be out of adjustment. WARNING Auger Control Belt Cover Auger must NOT rotate unless the Auger Control lever has been depressed. Proper Auger Drive Belt adjustments stop the auger within 5 seconds after the Auger Control is disengaged.
Adjustments & Service DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (Continued) WARNING Adjusting Auger Belt Guide Failure to properly adjust the Auger Belt Guide may cause auger to rotate when Auger Control has not been depressed. 1. With the auger control still fully depressed, adjust the auger belt guide so that there is a 1/64” gap (1/32” Maximum) between the end of the guide and the belt (Figure 28), making certain the guide is NOT putting pressure on the belt. 2.
Service DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (Cont.) WARNING Auger Drive Belt Replacement Do not go near the discharge chute or auger when the engine is running. Do not run the engine with any cover or guard removed. 1. Remove gas from fuel tank and run engine until it stops running from lack of fuel. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire and fasten it away from the spark plug. Auger Drive Pulley 3. Remove belt cover (See Figure 25). 4. Loosen auger belt guide and slide belt off engine pulley and away from idler pulley.
Service ROLLER CHAIN REPLACEMENT NOTE: This procedure does not apply to models that use an “endless” chain. 1. Remove gas from fuel tank and run engine until it stops running from lack of fuel. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire and fasten it away from the spark plug. 3. Tilt the snowthrower forward and carefully rest unit on the auger end. 4. Rotate the wheel to locate the roller chain master link. 5. Remove the keeper link, master link and chain. 6. Install new chain and master link as shown in Figure 31. 7.
Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. * Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. ENGINE: CHASSIS: 5 HP* Tecumseh Wheels Spout Rotation Impeller Drive System Make Model Horsepower Displacement Oil Capacity Tecumseh Snow King 5 HP @ 3600 rpm 11.88 Cu.
Replacement Parts & Accessories REPLACEMENT PARTS TECHNICAL MANUALS Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity / Snapper Service Parts. Additional copies of this manual are available, as 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 part numbers and quantities used.
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