Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for EUROPEAN TWO STAGE INTERMEDIATE FRAME SNOW THROWER SERIES 3 MODELS EI55223 EI7243 MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION E I 55 22 3 MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE HP E – European Model I – Intermediate Frame Model SERIES DESIGNATION AUGER WIDTH 55 – 5.5 Engine HP (Engine Horse Power) 7 – 7.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This powerful machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner of the snow thrower must understand these instructions and, furthermore, must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate snow thrower.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE (Continued From Previous Page) 7. DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. 8. Start engine only where exhaust fumes will be safely dissipated. Allow a brief warm-up period, and practice operation of controls outside before putting the machine to work. 9. After striking a foreign object, STOP the engine (motor), remove the key, and remove the wire from spark plug.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................... 2-3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................ 4 DECALS ................................................................................................. 5-6 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....................................... 7-11 Pre-start Checklist .....................................................................................................
DECALS DISCHARGE CHUTE. Rotate control to discharge snow in desired direction. DANGER ROTATING IMPELLER. DO NOT use hand to unclog auger/impeller or discharge chute. Stop engine and remove key before unclogging. GROUND SPEED CONTROL. Snowthrower has 4 Forward speeds and 1 Reverse speed. Rabbit/Fast. Turtle/Slow. R/Reverse. DEADMAN CONTROLS. Depress to engage. Release to disengage/stop. Left control – wheel drive. Right control – auger/impeller. DANGER ROTATING AUGER. Keep Away.
DECALS HEARING PROTECTION REQUIRED. Machine exceeds 100Lwa. 2 MAXIMUM HANDLE VIBRATION 34 M/SEC . DANGER – ROTATING AUGER. KEEP AWAY. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO PREVENT INJURY: 1) Read Owner’s Manual for operating and safety instructions. 2) Observe all labels and instructions. 3) DO NOT defeat safety features of controls. They are for your protection. 4) Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, remove spark plug wire before unclogging or servicing machine.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to the FULL mark. Refer to engine owner’s manual for oil specifications 2.1.2. Check guards, chutes, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened. 2.1.3. Check auger control and wheel drive control to insure cables are connected and both levers operate freely. See Figure 2.1.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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. 6. Pull rope start handle to crank engine. 7. After engine starts, move the choke control to the no choke “OFF” position. Allow a brief warm-up until engine runs smooth. 2.2 STARTING, OPERATION & STOPPING (RECOIL START MODELS) (Go to Page 10 for Electric Start Models) 2.2.1. ENGINE 1. Turn fuel shut off valve to the “ON” position. See Figure 2.3.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.5. DISCHARGE CHUTE and DEFLECTOR ADJUSTMENT 1. Release auger control and wheel drive control levers to allow auger and ground speed to come to a complete stop. See Figure 2.6. 2. Loosen deflector knob and position deflector to desired angle. Retighten knob. 3. Rotate chute crank to position discharge chute in desired direction. See Figure 2.6. WARNING Objects can be thrown by the snow thrower while it is in operation.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2 STARTING, OPERATION & STOPPING (ELECTRIC START MODELS) (Go to Page 8 for Recoil Start Models) PUSH STARTER BUTTON WARNING DO NOT use an electrical extension cord that is damaged. A damaged electrical extension cord could cause a shock or fire. Thoroughly inspect electrical extension cord before using machine. If cord is damaged, do not use and do not operate machine. Replace damaged cord immediately. Contact your Snapper service dealer for assistance.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Objects can be thrown by the snow thrower while it is in operation. Thrown objects could cause serious injury to the operator or bystanders. Always wear safety goggles or other suitable eye protection. Keep people and pets away from area. 2.2.9. ENGAGING AUGER 1. Pull auger control lever against handle to engage auger. See Figure 2.6. 2.2.10. ENGAGING WHEEL DRIVE 1. Move wheel drive control lever against handle to engage wheel drive.
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3 GENERAL LUBRICATION Lubricate machine as instructed before and after operation each season. WARNING Before attempting any adjustments, maintenance, service, or repairs, stop engine and auger, always remove key from ignition switch, remove spark plug wire and secure wire away from spark plug. 3.3.1. GEAR CASE, AUGER SHAFT and AUGER BEARING LUBRICATION 1.
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.4 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON) Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance schedule. 3.4.1. Engine Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions. 3.4.2. Spark Plug Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions. 3.5 STORAGE PROCEDURE Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for directions regarding engine storage preparations. Prepare the snow thrower for “end of season” storage as follows: 1.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1.2. AUGER BELT ADJUSTMENT (IDLER PULLEY ADJUSTMENT) NOTE: Wheel drive belt idler pulley is not adjustable. If upper cable adjustment performed in Section 4.1.1. and correct cable extension can not be accomplished, adjustment can be made at the idler pulley. All adjustment made in Section 4.1.1. will have to be reversed from the upper end of cable.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 5. 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. WARNING Before attempting any adjustments, maintenance, service, or repairs, stop engine and auger, always remove key from ignition switch, remove spark plug wire and secure wire away from spark plug. Before tilting machine, drain all the fuel from fuel tank.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 5. 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. WARNING Before attempting any adjustments, maintenance, service, or repairs, stop engine and auger, always remove key from ignition switch, remove spark plug wire and secure wire away from spark plug. Before tilting machine, drain all the fuel from fuel tank.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1.5. GROUND SPEED ADJUSTMENT NOTE: It is recommended to remove the drive system cover and check rubber drive engagement with drive disc when adjusting ground speed. 1. 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. 2. Loosen the top screw that connects the shift rod to the shift hub. See Figure 4.8. 3.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 2. Check position of the cam lock. It must align with the adjusting 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.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1.10. WARNING Before attempting any adjustments, maintenance, service, or repairs, stop engine and auger, always remove key from ignition switch, remove spark plug wire and secure wire away from spark plug. Before tilting machine, drain all the fuel from fuel tank. Allow engine to run, outdoors where fumes can be safely dissipated, until all fuel is removed from carburetor. RUBBER DRIVE DISC REPLACEMENT 1. Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive system area.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Engine Will Not Start Using Recoil Starter CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Fuel tank empty. 2. Engine needs choking and priming. 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel/oil mix. 2. Move choke control to “CHOKE” position. Push primer bulb three times. 3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. 4. Move fuel shut off valve to the on position. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 4. Fuel shut off valve closed. Engine Will Not Start 1.
3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.
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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for EUROPEAN TWO STAGE INTERMEDIATE FRAME SNOW THROWER SERIES 3 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 © 2000 SNAPPER INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED INSTRUCTION No. 7-3334 (I.R.
