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Intermediate
Snowthrower Models
555 Models 860 Models
Mfg. No. Description Mfg. No. Description
1694587 555M, 5HP, Manual Start 85666 18245E, 8HP OHV, Electric Start
1694595 555M, 5HP, Manual Start (CE) 80495 EI8245, 8HP OHV, Manual Start (CE)
85665 15225, 5HP, Manual Start 1694588 860E, 8HP OHV, Electric Start
80494 EI5225, 5HP, Manual Start (CE) 1694596 860M, 8HP OHV, Manual Start (CE)
7555 Models 8560 Models
Mfg. No. Description Mfg. No. Descript
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TableofContents Safety Rules & Information Regular Maintenance Schedule ............................................................... 17 Training ................................................................... 2 Preparation ............................................................. 2 Checking Tire Pressure ........................................ 17 Operation ................................................................ 2 Checking Auger Gear Case Lubrication ............... 17 Childr
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SafetyRules& 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 safety information which must be followed. TRAINING OPERATION 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the 1. Do not put hands or feet ne
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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 th
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Identifinatinn NumberS North American / CE Models CE Models (only) ID Tag Location I'J;[o]wlg£_lll ;l=ld=l;l=l_[H=l 1=7_,111r_,q Identification Numbers Model Description Name/Number When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- Unit MFGNumber Unit SERIAL Number ment parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIALNumber Record your model name/number, manufacturer's identi- fication numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided f
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SafetyDecals All safety and instructional messages on your unit should GENERAL be carefully read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- result when these instructions are not followed. The vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect information is for your safety and it is important. The from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment safety decals below are on your unit. manufacturing. If any of these decals are lost or damag
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CFSafety Ir.nns& CnmnlianceSpecS Warning: Read Operator's Manual. Warning: Dismemberment. Read and understand the Operator's This machine can amputate limbs. Manual before using this machine. Keep bystanders and children away when engine is running. Danger: Thrown Objects. Danger: Dismemberment. The auger can amputate limbs. Keep This machine is capable of throwing hands and feet away from auger and objects and debris. Keep bystanders rotating parts. away. Warning: Remove Key Before Danger: Dism
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Features,Controls, & Operation Please take a moment ALL MODELS 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 TECUMSEH MODELS BRIGGS & STRATTON MODELS
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Features& Controls CONTROL LOCATIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, and driving require the combined use of several controls appfied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. r_ Fuel _1_ Speed Selector Selects forward speeds 1-5 and reverse speeds 1-2. Fuel tank filler cap (see illustration). Note: The fuel shut off valve is located under the fuel
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Engine Controls STARTING CONTROLS Tecumseh L-Head See Figures 1 & 2 for the following instructions. Models Units with Optional Electric Start A. Electric Start Button (North American Models)- The electric start button (A) activates an electric starter mounted to the engine, eliminating the need to pull the starter handle. The electric start button oper- ates on 120 Volts AC, which is provided by connec- tion to the extension cord provided with units equipped with this feature. Connect this exten
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Cnntrnls GROUND SPEED CONTROLS A. Speed Selector - This lever (A, Figures 3 & 4) 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. Traction & Free Hand TM Control - This control engages the traction drive as the lever (B, Figures 3 & 4)
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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 snow 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, back into the impeller housing. The second stage bolts and clips are secure. is the impeller, which throws the snow out the 2. Check to make sure that the clean-out tool is discharge chute. If bodily contact is made with attached to the handle on the machine. Do not oper- the auger or i
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fl.nP.Patinn STARTING THE ENGINE Tecumseh 1. Turn the fuel valve (B, Figure 5 & 6) to the ON posi- Models tion. 2. Insert the engine key (F) into the engine key slot and push fully in to the RUN position. 3. Move the throttle lever (E) fully up to the FAST posi- tion. 4. Fully close the choke (G) if engine is cold. (Do not choke a warm engine.) 5. Push the primer button (D) two times if engine is cold. (Do not prime a warm engine.) 6. Pull starter handle (C) rapidly, or push starter button if eq
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Operation OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER 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 7) 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 7) on the left-hand grip to engage the trac- tion drive and begin moving the snowthrower. To dis- engage the traction drive,
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fl.nP.Patinn DEFLECTOR Chute The distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlled Deflector Knob by the position of the deflector (Figure 9). (Engine speed also affects distance of discharge. Always operate at FULL throttle.) 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 9. Chute Deflector Adjustment SCRAPER BAR & SKID SH
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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 11 & 12). Klik-Pin In 1. Turn the unit off, remove the engine key, and discon- nect the spark plug wire. 2. To DISENGAGE the traction drive lock, insert the traction lock pin through the outer hole in the axle. (See Figure 11). 3. To ENGAGE the traction drive lock, insert the pin through the hub and
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Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FREQUENCY NOTES Benalene 900 Check auger gear case lubrication.** 25 Hours Grease 10 Hours 10W Oil and Grease Lubricate snowth rower. Check tire pressure. Monthly 20 psi (1.37 bar) 50 Hours+ See Engine Manual Change engine oil.*+ Clean or replace spark plug.+ Yearly See Engine Manual 4-6 Hours N/A Check drive linkage/belt tension. Lubricate Axle Shafts. Yearly Lithium Grease 10 Hours 10W Oil Check/Lubricate Free-Hand Linkage. 10 Hours
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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. Remove wheels and grease axles once each year. There are two grease fittings on the auger shaft. Wipe the fittings clean and apply grease, using a grease gun. Also apply grease on
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Stnrage LUBRICATION CHECK / LUBRICATE FREE-HAND LINKAGE Check the function of the Free-Hand controls: the con- trols should function as described in the CONTROLS section. It is critical for the safe operation of the unit that the controls disengage when released. If the controls do not function properly, lubricate them. If lubrication does not rectify the problem, see your dealer. Under no circumstances should the unit be used if the controls are not functioning properly. Lubricate Free Hand Con
