Operator's Manual Single Stage Snow Thrower Models E285 (521) & E295 (721) IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
TABLEOF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices .................................................................................. 3 Assembling Your Snow Thrower ....................................................................................... 5 Know Your Snow Thrower ................................................................................................. 6 Operating Your Snow Thrower ....................................................................................
SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION PRACTICES _ WARNING: This and/or symbol property points out importantand safety instructions which, notinstructions followed, could the personal safety of yourself others. Read and followif all in thisendanger manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol--heed its warning.
. Never operate witha missing ordamaged discharge Maintenance& Storage chute.Keepallsafety devices inplaceandworking. 1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper 5. Never runanengine indoors orinapoorly ventilated operation regularly. area.Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an 2. Disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until odorless anddeadly gas. the auger/impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect 6.
SECTION2: ASSEMBLING YOURSNOWTHROWER UnpackingFromCarton • • • Cut along corners of the carton and lay it down flat. Remove packing material. Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., operator's manual, etc.). Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for any remaining loose part. • Remove the hairpin clip from the end of the lower chute crank. • Insert the upper chute crank into the lower chute crank and align the holes.
handle.Holdthe"Z"fittingwiththepliers,notthe cable,toavoiddamaging thecable. NOTE:The upper hole in the control handle provides Nut Lower Chute \ \ Bolt for adjustment in belt tension. Refer to page 9 of this manual for instructions. Flat _ Washer f Flat AssemblingDischargeChute • • • Turn the chute crank until the chute faces straight to the front. See Figure 4. Remove the hand knob, flat washer and carriage bolt from the upper chute. See Figure 4.
DischargeChute Ignition Key The angle of the discharge chute controls the distance that the snow is thrown. Tilt the discharge chute up for greater distance; tilt down for less distance. Loosen the hand knob on the side of the discharge chute to adjust. Tilt the chute to the desired position, and tighten the knob. Used to start engine. Put key in "ON" position to start for both electric and recoil start engines. Follow starting instructions given in the next section.
• • • • • • If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows. Rotate choke lever to FULL position. Connect power cord to switch box on dash panel. Plug the other end of power cord into a three-prong 120-volt, grounded, AC receptacle. Push starter button to crank engine. As you crank the engine, move choke lever to FULL choke position. When engine starts, release starter button, and move choke gradually to OFF. If engine falters, move choke immediately to FULL and then gradually to OFF.
SECTION5: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS BeltTension 4_ WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator's manual. ShavePlate • To check the adjustment of the shave plate, place the unit on a level surface. See Figure 8. The wheels, shave plate and augers should all contact level surface. Note that if the shave plate is adjusted too high, snow may blow under the housing.
SECTION6: MAINTAININGYOURSNOWTHROWER • _lb • WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and or stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Push down on the idler pulley and slip the belt off the auger pulley. See Figure 13. Reassemble new belt. Reinstall the belt cover.
SECTION8: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Engine fails to start Cause Remedy 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel Blocked fuel line Key not in ON position Spark plug wire disconnected Faulty spark plug Engine not primed Engine flooded with excessive priming 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 1. 2. Unit running on choke Fuel line blocked, or stale fuel 1. 2. 3. 4. Water or dirt in fuel system Carburetor out of adjustment 3. 4. Engine overheats 1. Carburetor out of adjustment 1.
SECTION9: PARTSLISTFORMODELS521AND721 r_15 / 17_\ 14 23 _t 11 57 32 \ 35 \ 11 41 _60 42 49 35 39 12 28
Models521& 721 Ref. No. Part No. 1. 884-0174 2. 684-0177 3. 4. Ref. No. Part Description Part No. Part Description Upper Chute Crank Assemby 31. 710-0451 Carriage Bolt Lower Chute Crank Assembly 32. 710-0642 TT Screw 1/4-20 x 0.75" 684-0178 Bracket Assembly: Mitten Grip 33. 710-0773 TT Screw 3/8-16 x 0.5" 731-04075 Shroud (Model 521 ) 34. 710-0896 AB Screw 1/4-14 x 0.625" 731-2569 35. 710-1005 B Screw 1/4-14 x 0.5" 5, 710-0895 Shroud (Model 721 ) TT Screw 1/4-15 x 0.
Models521and721 16 1 Engine is for reference only and may not resemble the engine on your snow _rower. 6 21 2 2O Ref. No. Part No. 1. 629-0071 2. 710-0157 Description Extension Cord Ref. No. Part No. 14. 736-0242 Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x 0.75" Description Beleville Washer 15. 736-0329 Lock Washer 16. 741-0475 17. 751-0535 Plastic Bushing Fuel Line Hose Hex Screw 1/4-20 x 0.620" 18. 751-0540A Gas Tank 710-1003 B Screw #10-16 x 0.625" 19. 751-0603 Fuel Cap 710-3013 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x 0.
Models521and721 Ref. No 5 10 2 Part No. Description 1. 710-0487 Carriage Screw 5/16-18 x 2.0" 2. ,710-1270 3. 712-0324 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20 4. 720-0284 Hand Knob w/Wing 5. 720-0295 Foam Grip 6. 725-0157 Cable Tie 7. 736-0451 Saddle Washer 8. 746-0883 Control Housing 9. 747-0956 Auger Bail 10. 749-0711A Upper Handle: Gull Wing Machine Screw Nut 4 7 NOTE: Per painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code.
MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set fodh below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.