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OPERATOR’S MANUAL Intermediate Snowthrower Models 555 Models Mfg. No. Description 1693646 555M, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start 1693647 555M, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start (Export) 755 Models Mfg. No. Description 1693648 755M, 7HP OHV Snowthrower, Manual Start 1693649 755M, 7HP OHV Snowthrower, Manual Start (Export) 1720407-00 Rev 6/1999 TP 100-2253-00-IW-S
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MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.simplicitymfg.com © Copyright 1999, Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.
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Table Of Contents SAFETY RULES REGULAR MAINTENANCE General ...................................................................2 Normal Care Chart................................................13 Preparation .............................................................2 Off-Season Storage ..............................................13 Operation ................................................................3 Starting After Storage ...........................................13 Maintenance & St
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Safety Rules WARNING WARNING This unit is a “two-stage” snowthrower. To avoid serious injury, do not put your hands into the auger housing or discharge chute. If The first stage is the auger, which feeds the snow auger stalls or chute becomes plugged, use the back into the impeller housing. The second stage following procedure to remove objects or clear is the impeller, which throws the snow out the the chute: discharge chute. If bodily contact is made with 1. Release both the Drive and Auger Co
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Safety Rules OPERATION MAINTENANCE & STORAGE • Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Keep • Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure that clear of discharge opening at all times. the equipment is in safe operating condition. • Always clear snow up and down the face of slopes, • Never store equipment with gasoline in the tank in a never across the face. Use extreme caution when building where fumes may reach an open flame or changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear spa
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Safety Signs & Decals SAFETY DECALS Safety warning decals are placed at strategic locations on the snowthrower as a constant reminder to the opera- tor of the most important safety precautions. All warning, caution and instructional messages on your snowthrow- er should be carefully read and obeyed. If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them at once. They can be purchased from your local dealer. WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY • Read Owner’s Manual before operating unit. • Never al
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Control Reference Chart SNOWTHROWER CONTROLS D A B A Speed Selects Forward Speeds 1 - 5, C Selector Reverse Speeds 1 - 2 B Drive Control Engages drive to wheels as it is E depressed; disengages when released. C Auger Control Engages auger/impeller as it is depressed; disengages when F released. H D Chute Direction Rotates discharge chute to Control desired direction E Chute Controls vertical angle snow is Deflector thrown. G F Chute Locks chute deflector at desired Figure 1. Snowthrower Contro
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Controls STARTING CONTROLS A B Units with Optional Electric Start A. Electric Start Button - The Electric Start Button C (A, Figures 4 & 5) activates an electric starter mount- ed 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. Connect this extension cord ONLY to a properly grounded 3 prong electrical outlet. Manual Start B. Fu
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Controls GROUND SPEED CONTROLS B A D C A. Speed Selector - This lever (A, Figures 6 & 7) is used to set the ground speed of the snowthrower. 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 automati- cally provides "neutral" (no forward or reverse move- ment), whenever the Drive Control is released. B. Drive Control - This control engages the traction drive as the lever (B, Figures 6 & 7) is depr
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Operation GENERAL OPERATION WARNING To avoid serious injury, do not put your hands CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP into the auger housing or discharge chute. If auger stalls or chute becomes plugged, use the 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, following procedure to remove objects or clear bolts and clips are secure. the chute: 2. Check the engine oil level. See your engine Owner’s 1. Release both the Drive and Auger Control Manual for procedure and specifications. levers. 3. C
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Operation STARTING THE ENGINE A B 1. Turn the fuel valve (B, Figures 8 & 9) to the ON posi- tion. C 2. Insert the Engine Key (F, Figures 8 & 9) into the Engine Key slot and push fully in to the RUN position. 3. Move the Throttle Lever (E, Figures 8 & 9) fully up to the FAST position. 4. Fully close the Choke (G, Figures 8 & 9) if engine is cold. (Do not choke a warm engine.) 5. Push the Primer Button (D, Figures 8 & 9) two times if engine is cold. (Do not prime a warm engine.) 6. Pull Starter Ha
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Operation OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER B A D C 1. Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction. 2. Set the Speed Selector to the desired forward speed. 3. Fully press and hold the Auger Control (C, Figure 10) on the right-hand grip to begin auger rotation. To dis- engage the auger, completely release the lever. 4. Fully press and hold the traction Drive Control lever (B, Figure 10) on the left-hand grip to engage the traction drive and begin moving the snowthrower. To disengage the tractio
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Operation DEFLECTOR Chute The distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlled Deflector Knob by the position of the deflector (Figure 12). (Engine speed also affects distance of discharge.) 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 12. Chute Deflector Adjustment SCRAPER BAR & SKID SHOES On smooth surfaces such as co
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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 14 & 15.) 1. Turn the unit off, remove the Engine Key, and discon- Klik-Pin In nect the spark plug wire. OUTER Hole 2. To DISENGAGE the traction drive lock, insert the Traction Lock Pin through the outer hole in the axle. (See Figure 14). 3. To ENGAGE the traction drive lock, insert the pin through t
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Regular Maintenance NORMAL CARE CARE REQUIRED FREQUENCY LUBRICATION Simplicity Winter Weight Check auger gear case lubrication.** 25 Hours Worm Gear Oil Lubricate snowthrower. 10 Hours 10W Oil and Grease Check tire pressure. Monthly N/A ; ; Change engine oil.* 50 Hours See Engine Manual ; Clean or replace spark plug. Yearly See Engine Manual Check drive linkage/belt tension 4-6 Hours N/A * Change original oil after two hours of operation. ** Check oil level each fall and spring. ; See your engi
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Regular 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. To prevent wheels rusting to axles, it is also necessary to remove the wheels and grease the axles regularly. There are two grease fittings on the auger shaft (Figure 18). Wipe the fittings clean and apply grease, using a grease gun. Also apply grease on other points indicated. Appl
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Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE RECORDS: 15 01
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Service TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Before performing any adjustment or service to This section provides troubleshooting and service snowthrower, stop the engine and wait for instructions. Locate the problem and check the possible moving parts to stop. Remove the key. To prevent cause/remedy in the order listed. accidental starting, disconnect the spark plug Also, refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual wire and fasten away from the plug. for additional information. For problems not cov
