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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for
L.E. SINGLE STAGE
SMALL FRAME
SNOW THROWER
SERIES 0
MODELS
LE3170R
LE3190R
LE3190E
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
L E 3 19 0 E
MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE OPTIONS
ENGINE HP SERIES DESIGNATION
AUGER WIDTH
L – Light Weight Frame 17 – 17” Auger Width 0 -- Series Designation
E – Easy Operation 19 – 19” Auger Width E – 110 Volt Electric Start
3 – 3.0 HP (Engine Horse Power) R – Recoil Start
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This powerful machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner of the snow thrower must understand these instructions and, furthermore, must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate snow thrower. Each person operating the snow thrower must be of sound m
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 8. Start engine only where exhaust fumes will be 1. DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside safely dissipated. Allow a brief warm-up period, where fumes may reach an open flame, spark, or and practice operation of controls outside before pilot light as in a water heater, furnace, clothes putting the machine to work. dryer or other gas appliance. Allow engine to 9. After striking a foreign object, STOP the
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................... 2-3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................ 4 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS......................................... 5-9 Pre-start Checklist ...........................................................................................5-6 Starting & Stopping Engine (Recoil Start Models) ........................................ 7-8 Start
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST STANDARD FLUID MEASUREMENT (32:1 Ratio) Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. GASOLINE 2 CYCLE OIL 2.1.1. Check guards, chutes, deflectors and covers to (Gallons) (Ounces) make sure all are in place and securely tightened. 0.25 1.00 2.1.2. Check auger control to insure it works freely. 0.50 2.00 See Figure 2.1. 0.75 3.00 1.00 4.00 AUGER 1.25 5.00 CONTROL 1.50 6.00 2.00
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST (Continued from Previous Page) Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. WARNING DO NOT use an electrical extension cord that is damaged. A damaged electrical extension cord could cause a shock or fire. Thoroughly inspect electrical extension cord before using machine. If cord is damaged, do not use and do not operate machine. Replace damaged cord immediat
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2 STARTING, STOPPING & OPERATION WARNING (RECOIL START MODELS) (Go to Page 8 for Electric Start Models) Release auger clutch control and make sure 2.2.1. ENGINE & AUGER auger/impeller has STOPPED before rotating discharge chute or adjusting deflector. DO NOT place hands near 1. Move choke control to the choke “ON” position. auger/impeller while engine is running. See Figure 2.4. NOTE: Stop the auger by releasing the auger control. 2.2.3.
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.4. STOPPING 1. Connect the power cord to the starter switch box Stop the auger by releasing the auger control. Stop on machine’s control panel then plug the other end into 120 volt AC receptacle. the engine by turning the key switch to the “OFF” 2. Turn ignition key to the “ON” position. position. Always remove key from key switch 3. Move choke control to the choke “ON” position. before leaving machine unattended. See See Figure 2.8. Fi
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Objects can be thrown by the snow thrower while it is in operation. Thrown objects could cause serious injury to the operator or bystanders. Always wear safety goggles or other suitable eye protection. Keep people and pets away from area. 2.2.6. ENGAGING AUGER 1. Pull auger control against handle to engage auger. See Figure 2.5. WARNING Release auger clutch control and make sure auger/impeller has STOPPE
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION 3.2.3 CHECK AUGER CLUTCH CONTROL CABLE To retain the quality of the snow thrower, use 1. Visually check cable for fraying, kinking or severed genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact cable strands. Replace cable and adjust tension before a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service operating snow thrower. See Figure 3.3. assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular snow thrower, always mention model and serial nu
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Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1.2. AUGER BELT IDLER PULLEY WARNING ADJUSTMENT DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, NOTE: To adjust the idler pulley and properly tension service, or repairs with engine running. Stop auger. the auger belt, the auger control cable adjustment Stop engine. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire must first be loosened as described in the following step. Cable adjustment must be checked after and secure wire away from spark plug. completing the
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Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4. Push the spring tensioned idler pulley down and WARNING install new belt. See Figure 4.5. DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service, or repairs with engine running. Stop auger. BELT COVER Stop engine. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire RETAINING STUDS SHOWN REMOVED and secure wire away from spark plug. 4.1.2. AUGER BELT IDLER PULLEY ADJUSTMENT (Continued From Previous Page) 3. Loosen nut and bolt that secures the idler pull
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Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING AUGER DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, FLITE SHOE service, or repairs with engine running. Stop auger. Stop engine. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire and secure wire away from spark plug. 4.1.3. AUGER BELT REPLACEMENT (Continued From Previous Page) 5. Reinstall belt guide. IMPORTANT: Make sure when reinstalling belt guide that it does not touch drive pulley. Belt guide should an equal amount of clearance on both belt g
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine Will Not Start 1. Fuel tank empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel/oil mix. Using Recoil Starter 2. Engine needs choking & priming. 2. Move choke control to “CHOKE” position. Push primer bulb three times. 3. Spark plug fouled or wire disconnected. 3. Replace spark plug. Attach plug wire onto spark plug. Engine Will Not Crank 1. Power extension cord not plugged into machine or 1. Plug power extension cord into mach
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3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both. For ninety (90) days from purchase date for the original purchaser's commercial, rental, or other non-residential use,
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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for L.E. SINGLE STAGE SMALL FRAME SNOW THROWER SERIES 0 IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Understand, and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, the engine manual, and on the machine, engine and attachments. If
