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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
Single Stage
Snowthrower
522E Models
Mfg. No. Description
1695090 522E, Snowthrower
1695091 522E, Snowthrower (CE)
1695346 522E, Snowthrower
7800080 SS5220E, Snowthrower
7800083 ESS5220E, Snowthrower (CE)
1740187-03
Rev 4/2007
TP 100-4364-03-SW-SN
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Table of Contents CONTENTS: Regular Maintenance Safety Rules & Information Lubrication ............................................................16 General............................................................2 Troubleshooting & Service Training ............................................................4 Troubleshooting ....................................................17 Preparation ......................................................4 Chute Removal and Installation .............
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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 manu- factured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is mis- used, 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 s
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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 parts to
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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. TRAINING OPERATION 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the 1. Do not put hand
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Safety Rules 21. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for acci- 8. Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor- dents occurring to other people or property. age preparations before storing the unit for both short 22. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and and long term periods. above, are involved in a large percentage of power 9. Always follow the engine manual instructions for equipment-related injuries. These operators should proper start-up procedures when returning t
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S SA AM MP PL LE E S SA AM MP PL LE E Product Identification Identification Numbers North American Models ID Tag Part No. xxxxxxx CE Models PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Serial No. xxxxxxxxxx Model Description Name/Number xxx dB xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx kg: xxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx kW: x.xx Unit MFG Number Unit SERIAL Number xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 20xx xxxx max When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIAL N
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Product Identification 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. Part No. 69880MA North American - Hot Surface Decal Part No. 48x5638MA Part No. 174040
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Assembling the Snowthrower TOOLS REQUIRED A � Knife E F REMOVAL FROM CARTON B C 1. Locate and remove container of oil. D 2. Locate all parts packed separately and remove from carton. C Note: Set the fuel stabilizer aside until adding gasoline to the fuel tank. We recommend that fuel stabilizer be added to the fuel each time that gasoline is added to the fuel tank. 3. Remove and discard the packing material from around the snow thrower. 4. Cut down all four corners of the carton and lay the pan
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Assembling the Snowthrower A A C B B C Figure 3. Z-Hook Installation A. Auger Drive Lever B. Z-Hook Figure 4. Upper Chute Installation C. Auger Drive Cable A. Upper Chute B. T-Knob 2. Attach the auger drive cable (C, Figure 3) to the C. Lower Chute auger drive lever (A) using the Z-hook (B). 3. Remove the t-knob (B, Figure 4) and bolt on the upper chute. 4. Rotate the upper chute (A) to the operating position (past the lower chute stop) A 5. Install the bolt and tighten the t-knob (B). C Engine
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Controls & Operation SNOWTHROWER CONTROLS A Auger Control B A. Auger Control - This control engages and disen- gages the auger. Pull the control back against handle to engage the auger, (this will pull snowthrower for- ward if auger is in contact with the ground). Release the Auger Control to stop rotation of auger. C Deflector Controls B. Chute Direction Control - The Chute Direction Control (B, Figures 6 & 7) allows the discharge chute to be rotated to throw snow in the desired direction. Snow
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Controls & Operation ENGINE & STARTING CONTROLS NOTE: Throttle - This snow thrower does NOT have a throttle for controlling operating speed of engine. The B engine governor maintains operating speed for vary- ing snow removal conditions. A. Electric Start Button - The Electric Start Button (A, Figure 8) activates an electric starter mounted to the engine, eliminating the need to pull the starter han- dle. The Electric Start Button operates on 120 Volts AC, which is provided by connection to the
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Controls & Operation GENERAL OPERATION WARNING CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP OPERATIONAL WARNINGS 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, Clearing The Discharge Chute bolts and clips are secure. To avoid serious injury, do not put your hands 2. Check the fuel supply. Fill the tank no closer than 1/4 into the auger housing or discharge chute. If the to 1/2 inch of top of tank to provide space for expan- auger stalls or chute becomes plugged, use the sion. See your engine Owner’s M
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Controls & Operation ADDING ENGINE OIL 1. Make sure the unit is level. Use a high quality deter- gent oil classified “For Service SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher”. A 2. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick access panel (A, Figure 9). C 2. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick (B) and wipe with a clean cloth. 3. Insert the oil fill cap/dipstick (B) and turn clockwise to tighten. 4. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick (B) and check the oil. NOTE: Do not check the level of the oil while the engine B is running. 5. I
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Controls & Operation 7. Disconnect power cord from household receptacle STARTING THE ENGINE and then from starter switch on snowthrower. Store NOTE: The snowthrower engine is designed to operate cord in a dry, convenient place. at cold temperatures. Avoid operating the snowthrower if 8. To stop engine, turn engine key to the OFF position. air temperature is 40° F or warmer since engine may vapor lock and stop running after a short time. Engine Manual (Recoil) Starting Steps will be difficult to
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Controls & Operation Always be alert to hidden hazards that might be struck OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER by the auger. Should a foreign object be struck by the Before operating snowthrower, review the Checks Before auger, immediately stop the engine and inspect machine Each Use under General Operation on page 12 of this for any damage. Repair damage before continuing oper- manual. ation. 1. Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction. AFTER EACH USE 2. Pull the Auger Control back against th
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Regular Maintenance WARNING Before beginning any repair stop the engine, remove the key, disconnect the spark plug wire, and wait for all moving parts to stop. LUBRICATION Note: The drive pulley end of auger shaft is supported by a sealed ball bearing and requires no lubrication. The ball bearing on other end of auger shaft is also sealed, and will not require lubrication. Lightly Oil � A few drops of oil should be placed on wheel hubs occasionally to keep wheels turning Figure 10. Lubrication
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Troubleshooting & Service TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Key is OFF 1. Turn Key to the ON position 2. Failure to prime cold engine 2. Press primer button twice and restart. 3. Out of fuel 3. Fill fuel tank 4. Choke OFF - cold engine 4. Turn Choke to ON. 5. Engine flooded 5. Turn Choke to OFF; try starting 6. Spark Plug not sparking 6. Check Gap. Gap plug, clean electrode, or replace as necessary 7. Water in fuel, or old fuel 7. Drain tank (Dispose of fuel
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Troubleshooting & Service REMOVE THE BELT COVER COVER REMOVAL AND 1. Remove the screws (B, Figure 13) and nuts that hold INSTALLATION the belt cover (E) to the auger housing. To access the drive system or the engine, the covers 2. If the top cover (D) has not been removed, then must be removed as follows: remove the screws (C) that attach the belt cover to REMOVE THE TOP COVER the top cover. 1. Remove the discharge chute. See “How To Remove 3. Remove screw (C) that holds the belt cover (E) to th
