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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Intermediate Frame
Snowthrowers
Intermediate Frame Snowthrowers
Mfg. No. Description
1695302 SMI I924E B&S 24
1695311 SMI I924EX B&S 24 (CE)
1695410 SMI I924RX MS B&S 24 (CE)
1695313 SNP I924E B&S 24
1695314 SNP I1924EX B&S 24 (CE)
1695411 SNP I924RX MS B&S 24 (CE)
C CAUTION: Read and
follow all instructions.
Manual Part No. 1734501
Revision B
Rev. Date 12/2008
Not for
Reproduction
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS READ THE MANUAL The operator’s manual contains important safety information you need to be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as well as DURING operation. Safe operating techniques, an explanation of the product’s features and controls, and maintenance information is included to help you get the most out of your equipment investment. Failure to obey the safety rules could result in loss of control of the unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or d
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Safety Features & Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Adjustments/Service Specifications Table of Contents Operator Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Read the Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Rules and Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you. Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. If you are not sure
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Safety Safety Rules and Information Moving Parts This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if you are standing in the operator’s position, and follow all the rules in this book, the unit is safe to operate. The auger and impeller have spinning parts that can amputate hands and feet. Do not allow anyone near the equipment while it is running! DO NOT clear the discharge chute by hand. If the chute becomes plugged, stop the engine, wait for all moving pa
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Safety Rules & Information This machine is capable to amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed. 9. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during TRAINING operation or while performing an ad
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Safety Safety Rules and Information discharge angle. until fuel vapors have dissipated. 18. Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow 7. Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling anyone in front of the unit. practices when refueling the unit after 19. Never leave a running unit unattended. Always transportation or storage. disengage the auger and traction controls, stop 8.Always follow the engine manual instructions for engine, and remove keys. storage preparations before storing the
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Decals instructions are not followed. The information is for DECALS your safety and it is important. This unit has been designed and manufactured to The safety decals below are on your unit. provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace equipment. them at once. See your local dealer for replacements. Although reading this manual and safety instructions it These labels are easily applie
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Safety Decals ALL MODEL DECALS Part No. 724172 - SMI/SNAPPER Speed Control Decal, All Models CE MODEL DECALS 17345 Part No. 1734591 - SMI/SNAPPER Main Dash Decal, Export - CE Part No. 1727207 Part No. 1727208 Part No. 728183 Discharge Chute Auger Danger Decal Important Danger Decal Over Adjustment 9 Not for Reproduction
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Safety Icons SAFETY ICONS WARNING: READ OPERATOR’S WARNING: DISMEMBERMENT. MANUAL. This machine can amputate limbs. Read and understand the Keep bystanders and children away Operator’s Manual before using this when engine is running. machine. DANGER: THROWN OBJECTS. DANGER: DISMEMBERMENT. This machine is capable of throwing The auger can amputate limbs. objects and debris. Keep Keep hands and feet away from bystanders away. auger and rotating parts. WARNING: REMOVE KEY BEFORE DANGER: DISME
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Safety S SAMPLE SAMPLE Product Identification Numbers Identification Numbers Product Identification Tag Model / Modéle / Model xxxxxxxx North American / CE Serial / Sèrie / Serie xxxxxxxxxx Models Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, L.L.C. Milwaukee, WI 53201 USA Serial Sticker Part No. xxxxxxx CE Models PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Serial No. xxxxxxxxxx Model Description Name/Number (Only) xxx dB xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx kg: xxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Unit MFG Number
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Features & Controls Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions provided in this manual. Figure 1. Control Locations CONTROL LOCATIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, and driving require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of con
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Features & Controls Features & Controls Chute Direction Control Engine Key Rotating the knob to the left will turn the spout to the The engine key prevents the engine from being left side and rotating the knob to the right will rotate started. The key must be fully inserted into the key the spout to the right side. slot for the unit to start. The key can also used to stop the engine by pulling the key out of the key slot. Choke Knob Chute Deflector Control The choke knob adjusts the air/fuel mix
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Operation GENERAL OPERATION WARNING This unit is a “two-stage” snowthrower. CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP The first stage is the auger, which feeds the 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all snow back into the impeller housing. The nuts, bolts and clips are secure. second stage is the impeller, which throws the 2. Check to make sure that the clean-out is attached snow out the discharge chute. If bodily contact to the auger housing. Do not operate the machine is made with the auger or
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Operation Operation G E A D F B C Figure 2. Engine Controls A. Electric Start Button (Select Models) B. Electric Start Connection (Select Models) C. Stop Switch D. Engine Key E. Starter Handle F. Primer Button G. Choke Knob STARTING CONTROLS 4. Engine Key - The engine key (D) prevents the engine from being started by unauthorized See Figure 2 for the following instructions. individuals. The key must be fully inserted into the Electric Start key slot for the unit to start. The key is also used t
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Operation STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Check the oil level. See the Engine Manual How to Check/Add Oil section 2. Make sure equipment drive controls are disengaged. 3. Push the stop switch to the on position (A, Figure A 3). Figure 5. Rewind Start A. Starter Cord Handle A Note: If the engine does not start after three attempts, see the Engine Manual Troubleshooting section. Figure 3. On/Stop Switch A. On/Stop Switch Selector 8. Electric Start: First connect the extension cord to the power cord recep
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Operation Operation STOPPING THE ENGINE WARNING Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. B Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or C death. DO NOT choke the carborator to stop the engine. 1. Move the stop switch (A, Figure 7) to the stop position. 2. Remove the safety key (B). Keep the safety key out of reach of children. D A Figure 8. Controls (from operator’s position) A. Speed Selector B B. Traction Control C. Auger Engage Control D. Chute Rotator Control A Figure
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Operation DEFLECTOR The distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlled by the position of the deflector. (Engine speed also affects distance of discharge.) The more A the deflector is tilted UP, the farther snow will be thrown. 1. Rotate the adjustment knob (C, Figure 9) B counterclockwise to loosen then adjust the deflector to the desired position and tighten the deflector adjustment knob by turning it clockwise to secure the deflector in position. C SCRAPER BAR & SKID SHOES On smooth sur
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Operation Operation CLEARING A CLOGGED WARNING DISCHARGE CHUTE Never store the unit, with gasoline in engine or Hand contact with the rotating auger/impeller inside fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, the discharge chute is the most common cause of poorly ventilated enclosures. Gasoline fumes injury associated with snowthrowers. DO NOT use may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light your hand to clean out the discharge chute. To clear (such as a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer,
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Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FREQUENCY NOTES Check / Lubricate hand linkage. 10 Hours 10W Oil Lubricate snowthrower. 10 Hours 10W Oil and Grease Check tire pressure. Monthly 20 psi (1.37 bar) + ; 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 See Page 24 Lubricate axle shafts. Yearly Lithium Grease Check auger gear case lubrication.** 25 Hours Benalene Grease Lubri
