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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Single-Stage
Snow Thrower
Models 140
150
E150
E162
E172
Model E172 Shown
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 forest-covered,
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). If a spark arrester is used, it shou
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices .........................................................................................3 Assembling Your Snow Thrower ..............................................................................................5 Know Your Snow Thrower........................................................................................................7 Operating Your Snow Thrower...............................................................
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: 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. When you see this symbol—heed its warning. WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components con
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7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do Maintenance And Storage not touch. 1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper 8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing operation regularly. gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. 2. Disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until 9. Exercise caution when changing direction and while the auger/impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect operating on slopes. the spark plug wi
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SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Snow thrower features vary by model. Not all features discussed in this manual are applicable to all snow thrower models. Upper Handle Contents of Carton Before beginning installation, remove all parts from the carton and compare them to Figure 1. Carton contents Wing Knob are listed below with part numbers in parentheses. † Two Ignition Keys (725-0201, 725-1341B ) † An ignition key with a p
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NOTE: The upper hole in the control handle provides for adjustment in belt and cable tension. Refer to page Eye Bolt 9 of this manual for instructions. Installing the Chute Directional Control’s Hex Nut Eye Bolt (on models so equipped) Cross Bar To install the upper crank of the chute directional Saddle Washer control, proceed as follows: Thread one of the hex nuts (they are Hex Nut interchangeable) included in the snow thrower’s hardware pack all the way onto the eye bolt. Insert the ey
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SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER Discharge Chute Fuel Cap Primer Spark Plug Ignition Key Cover Starter Handle Electric Starter Choke Lever Button Control Handle (If So Equipped) Chute Directional Control Upper Handle Shave Plate Electric Starter Plug (If So Equipped) Auger IMPORTANT: This unit runs on a mixture of gasoline Electric Starter Button (If so equipped) and oil. Do NOT operate the snow thrower without first Pressing the electric starter button engages the reading the Tecumseh Eng
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Discharge Chute Shave Plate The pitch of the discharge chute controls the angle at The shave plate scrapes along the pavement as the which the snow is thrown. Loosen the wing knob on the snow thrower is propelled, allowing the snow close to side of the discharge chute before pivoting the the pavement’s surface to be discharged. discharge chute upward or downward. Retighten the knob once the desired position has been achieved. SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before starting t
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After clearing snow, allow the engine to run for an IMPORTANT: Keep the ignition key in a safe place. The extra few minutes before storing to help dry any engine can not be started without it. moisture on the engine. Wipe all the snow and any moisture which has To stop the engine: Turn the ignition key formed, from the unit. counterclockwise to the OFF position. Refer to Move the choke lever back and forth several times. Ignition Key on page 7. Remove the key form the snow thrower
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Shave Plate To check the adjustment of the shave plate, place the unit on a level surface. The wheels, shave plate and augers should all contact the level surface. Note that if the shave plate is adjusted too high, snow may blow under the housing. If the shave plate wears out excessively, or the unit will not self- propel, the shave plate may be adjusted too low. NOTE: On new units or units with a new shave plate installed, the augers may be slightly off the ground. To adjust, tip the
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Reattach the belt cover with the five hex screws Replacing the Auger’s Rubber Paddles removed earlier. The snow thrower auger’s rubber paddles are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of Replacing the Shave Plate excessive wear is present. The shave plate is subject to wear and should be IMPORTANT: Do NOT allow the auger’s rubber paddles checked periodically. There are two wearing edges and to wear to the point where the metal auger itself can the shave plate can be rev
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SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Key not in ignition switch or not in ON position. 1. Insert key and turn to ON position 2. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel 2. Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline/oil mixture as specified in the engine manual. 3. Blocked fuel line 3. Clean fuel line 4. Spark plug wire disconnected 4. Connect wire to spark plug. 5. Faulty spark plug 5. Clean spark plug, readjust gap, or replace. Engine runs erratic 1. Unit running on c
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NOTES 13
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SECTION 10: PARTS LIST 12 20 13 15 21 3 23 19 7 27 6 38 24 37 26 22 7 8 25 39 17 34 36 11 1 18 18 16 8 22 5 35 10 4 2 22 29 8 31 9 14 33 30 32 9 31 9 14
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Models 140, 150, E150, E162 & E172 REF. PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 710-0276 Splined Carriage Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.0 2 710-3015 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x.75 3 712-3068 Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18 4 731-0851A Chute Flange Keeper 5 731-0915B Lower Chute, 5.0 6 731-0921 Upper Chute, 5.0 7 736-0159 Washer, .349 x .879 x .063 8 720-0284 Wingnut Knob, 5/16-18 9 710-1268 Screw, #10-16 x .375 10 712-3027 Hex Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20 11 710-0451 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x .75 12 726-0100 Push Cap, 3/8 13 720-0201A
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Models 140, 150, E150, E162 & E172 29 74 26 12 28 20 6 60 17 13 3 15 27 31 25 14 19 5 24 66 18 57 21 7 16 71 22 69 52 1 30 38 6 52 58 7 49 45 50 53 67 2 6 4 65 22 47 4 70 9 32 23 37 34 33 62 50 68 59 42 35 54 22 40 56 43 7 61 11 55 8 41 64 10 72 51 46 36 48 73 39 63 44 73 72 16
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Models 140, 150, E150, E162 & E172 REF. PART REF. PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 36 710-0352 Hex Index Washer Screw, 1/4-14 x .375 1 684-0054A Dash Assembly—Model E162 (Includes Plastic Cup for Mitten Grip) 37 710-0451 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x .75 684-0056 Dash Assembly—Model 140 38 710-0642 Self-tapping Screw 1/4-20 x .75 (Includes Plastic Sleeve for Starter Rope) 39 710-0773 Self-tapping Screw 3/8-16 x .50 684-0160 Dash Assembly—Model 150, E150, E172 40 710-0896 Self-tapping Scre
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ÍNDICE Contenido Página Medidas importantes de seguridad .......................................................................... 3 Montaje de la Máquina quitanieve........................................................................... 5 Conozca las propiedades de la máquina quitanieve ................................................ 7 Funcionamiento de la máquina quitanieve............................................................... 8 Realización de ajustes ...........................
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SECCIÓN 1: MEDIDAS IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD ADVERTENCIA: La presencia de este símbolo indica que se trata de instrucciones importantes de seguridad que debe respetar para evitar poner en riesgo su seguridad personal y / o material y de otras personas. Lea y siga todas las instrucciones contenidas en este manual antes de intentar poner esta máquina en funcionamiento. De no hacerlo puede ocasionar lesiones. Cuando encuentre este símbolo —respete la advertencia que aparece a continuación del m
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5. Nunca encienda el motor en espacios cerrados o en una zona Mantenimiento y almacenamiento poco ventilada. El escape del motor contiene monóxido de 1. Nunca manipule los dispositivos de seguridad de manera carbono, un gas inodoro y letal. imprudente. Controle periódicamente que funcionen de forma 6. No opere la máquina estando bajo los efectos del alcohol o de adecuada. drogas. 2. Desengrane todas las palancas de embrague y detenga el 7. El silenciador y el motor se calientan y produce
