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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6) (See Figs. 3 and 4) The auger control rod has the short loop on the end of the spring as shown. The traction drive control rod has the long loop on the end of the spring as shown. 1. Slide rubber sleeve up rod and hook end of spring into control arm with loop opening up as shown. 1. Slide rubber sleeve up rod and hook end of spring into pivot bracket with loop opening down as shown. 2. W
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATOR INSTALL CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL HEAD (See Fig. 7) (See Figs. 8 and 9) 1. Install remote cable bracket to discharge chute with NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may 5/16-18 carriage bolt and 5/16-18 locknut as shown. be used to install the chute rotator head. Tighten securely. 1. Place discharge chute assembly on top of chute base 2. Install remote cable eyelet to chute deflector with with discharge openi
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your snow thrower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. PRIMER DANGER OR WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFOR
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OPERATION AUGER DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER SPARK ENGINE OIL CAP PLUG WITH DIPSTICK CONTROL SAFETY LEVER DEFLECTOR REMOTE DRIVE SPEED IGNITION CONTROL LEVER CON TROL LEVER KEY GAS O LINE FILLER CAP CHUTE CHOKE DE FLEC TOR CON- TROL TRACTION DRIVE FUEL SHUT-OFF CONTROL LEVER VALVE THROTTLE / ENGINE CONTROL LH TURN DISCHARGE TRIGGER CHUTE RECOIL POWER (AUXILIARY) LIGHT CORD STARTER PLUG ELECTRIC HANDLE OIL DRAIN PLUG START HANDLE BUTTON KNOB CLEAN-OUT TOOL PRIM ER MUF FLE
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OPERATION The operation of any snow thrower can result TO USE CHOKE CON TROL (See Fig. 13) in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which The choke con trol is located on the en gine. Use the choke can result in severe eye damage. Always wear control when ev er you are starting a cold en gine. Do not safety glasses or eye shields while operating use to start a warm en gine. 00155 your snow thrower or performing any ad just - • To engage choke, turn knob clockwise. Slowly turn ments or rep
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OPERATION TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 15) TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 17) The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever SELF-PROPELLING, forward and reverse movement of located on the right side handle. the snow thrower, is controlled by the traction drive control lever located on the left side handle. • Squeeze auger control lever to handle to engage the auger and throw snow. • Squeeze traction drive control lever to handle to en gage the drive system. • Release the au
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OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE LH TURN RH TURN CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 20) TRIGGER TRIGGER The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with oil. 1. Check engine oil with snow thrower on level ground. 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. • To change engine oil,
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE 6. When the engine starts, release the recoil starter han dle and slowly move the choke control to the “OFF” posi- • Be sure fuel shut-off valve is in the “OPEN” position. tion. Your snow thrower engine is equipped with both a 120 Volt Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will A.C. electric starter and a recoil starter. The electric starter not develop full power until it has reached normal operat- is equipped with a three-wire power cord and plug
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MAINTENANCE GENERAL REC OM MEN DA TIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have been sub ject ed to operator abuse or negligence. To SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain snow thrower as in struct ed in this manual. Some ad just - See “ENGINE” ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain in Maintenance your snow thrower. All adjustments in the Service and section Ad just ments section
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MAINTENANCE AUGER GEAR CASE • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • The gear case was filled with lubricant to the proper • Catch oil in a suitable container. level at the factory. The only time the lubricant needs NOTE: The left side wheel may be removed from snow attention is if service has been performed on the gear thrower for easier access to the oil drain plug and place- case. ment of a suitable container . The unit tilted, resting on the • If lubricant is required, use only Ronex E
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or ad just ments: 1. Be sure throttle is in STOP position. 2. Remove safety ignition key. 3. Make sure the augers and all mov ing parts have completely stopped. 4. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it can not contact plug. SNOW THROWER 3. Align holes in impeller hub with holes in impeller shaft and install two (2) new 1/4-20 x 1-5/8" capscrew/shear TO ADJUST SNOW THROWER HEIGHT
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 8. RELIEVE TENSION ON TRACTION DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 23) IDLER and remove traction drive belt from around The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If the pulleys. belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should HINT: Insert a 3/8" drive ratchet (in the “ON” position) into be replaced. It is recommended that the belt(s) be replaced the square hole in idler arm and rotate ratchet clockwise by a Sears service centre/department.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 24) NOTE: To seal punctures or prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts • Remove the klik pin and remove wheel from axle. dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and cor ro sion. IMPORTANT: When installing wheel, be sure to use the in- nermost hole in axle and the wheel hub hole. To dis en gage ENGINE drive system from the wheels (for pushing or trans port ing See engine manual. the s
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STORAGE • If possible, store your snow thrower indoors and cover OTHER it to protect it from dust and dirt. • Remove safety ignition key; store it in a safe place. • Cover your snow thrower with a suitable pro tec tive cover • Remove safety ignition key; store it in a safe place. that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. cannot breathe, which allows con den sa tion to form and will cause your snow thrower to rust. • Replace
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IMPORTANTE Procedimientos de Funcionamiento Seguro Para Máquinas Quitanieves Esta máquina puede amputar manos y pies y lanzar objetos. El no observar las siguientes instrucciones de seguridad puede dar lugar a heridas graves. Busque este símbolo que se- ADVERTENCIA: Las máquinas quita- ñala las precauciones de segu- nieves tienen partes giratorias expues- ridad de importancia. Quiere decir tas, que pueden causar heridas graves ¡ATENCIÓN! ¡ESTE ALERTO! SU por contacto, o por material lanzado S
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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL NUMBER:
WARNING:
Read the Owner's Manual and
fol low all Warnings and Safety
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In struc tions. Fail ure to do so
can result in serious injury.
SNOW THROWER
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Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
Printed in U.S.A.
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IMPORTANT Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. WARNING: Snow throwers have ex- Look for this symbol to point out im- posed rotating parts, which can cause por tant safety precautions. It means severe injury from contact, or from ma- CAUTION!!! BE COME ALERT!!! YOUR terial thrown from the discharge chute. SA
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6. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower, 16. Never touch a hot engine or muffler. stop the engine and make certain the collector/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge to prevent someone from accidentally starting the en- chute is the most common cause of injury associated with gine. snow throwers. Never u
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PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON 4
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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new SPEED snow thrower. Reading the entire manual will familiar- CONTROL ROD ize you with the unit, which will assist you in assembly, operation and maintenance of the product. PLASTIC TIE Your new snow thrower has been as sem bled at the factory with the ex cep tion of those parts left unassembled for ship- UPPER ping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, b
