Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 10524, 11528, 1332, 13388, 13388 Snapper
Go to page of 32
OPERA T OR’S MANU AL Signature Pr of essional Series Sno wthr o wer s 10524 Models Mfg. No. Description 1695074 P10524E, 10.5HP Snowthrower 1695075 P10524E, 10.5HP Snowthrower (CE) 11528 Models Mfg. No. Description 1695076 P11528E, 11.5HP Snowthrower 1695077 P11528E, 11.
.
T able of Contents 1 CONTENTS: Safety Rules & Inf ormation T raining ............................................................2 Preparation ......................................................2 Operation ......................................
2 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.
3 8. Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor- age preparations before storing the unit for both short and long term periods. 9. Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper start-up procedures when returning the unit to service.
4.
Decals 5 AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEA TH • Read the operator's manual for operating and safety instructions. • Do not defeat the safety features of control. They are for your protection. • Keep machine properly maintained and serviced with all shields, guards, and protective devices in place.
Safety Icons 6 WARNING: READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this machine. DANGER: THROWN OBJECTS. This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. WARNING: REMOVE KEY BEFORE SERVICING.
Identification Numbers 7 When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- ment parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identi- fication numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access.
8 Features, Controls, & Operation 1 ,2.. CONTR OL LOCA TIONS 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.
Features & Controls 9 Fuel Fuel tank filler cap (see illustration). Note: The fuel shut off valve is located under the fuel tank or on the front of the engine. Close the valve when the snowthrower is not in use. Open the valve before starting. Primer Button When pressed, the primer button provides initial fuel to help start a cold engine.
Operation 10 GENERAL OPERA TION CHECKS BEFORE EA CH ST ART -UP 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, bolts and clips are secure. 2. Check to make sure that the clean-out is attached to the machine. Do not operate the machine without the clean-out tool properly stored on the machine.
Operation 11 4. Turn the choke knob (G) fully counter-clockwise 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. Engine Mounted Electric Start: Press the starter button to crank the engine.
Operation 12 Figure 2. Controls (from operator’s position) A. Speed Selector B. Traction & Free-Hand™ Control C. Auger Engage Control D. Chute Direction Control Knob E. Chute Direction Control Remote F. Remote Deflector Control A B C D F OPERA TING THE SNO WTHRO WER 1.
Operation 13 DEFLECT OR The distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlled by the position of the deflector. (Engine speed also affects distance of discharge.) The more the deflector is tilted UP, the farther snow will be thrown. Models with Chute Deflector Knob See Figure 3.
Operation 14 EASY TURN™ FREEWHEELING AND TRA CTION DRIVE LOCK While Clearing Snow: For easy turning when using the snowthrower, squeeze the Easy Turn™ lever (Figure 6). Engaging the Easy Turn™ lever releases the right traction wheel but allows the left wheel to continue driving (Figure 6).
Storage 15 AFTER EA CH USE Normal use of the snowthrower may result in a build-up of packed snow in and around the starter cord housing and around engine controls.
16 Regular Maintenance A UGER GEAR CASE LUBRICA TION 1. Place the snowthrower on a level surface. 2. Remove the pipe plug (A, Figure 9). 3. Check the lubricant level. It should be level with the lower edge of the plug opening. If not, add The Dealer Line Winter Weight Worm Gear Oil (available from your dealer).
LUBRICA TION Remove wheels and grease axles once each year. Apply medium weight (10W) oil to points shown (See Figures 10-13). Apply 5W-50 synthetic motor oil to the friction disk drive hex shaft (A, Figure 11). Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts.
Regular Maintenance 18 CHECK / LUBRICA TE FREE-HAND LINKA GE 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.
19.
20 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, Service W ARNING Before performing any adjustment or service to snowthrower, stop the engine and wait for moving parts to stop. Remove the key. To prevent accidental starting, disconnect the spark plug wire and fasten away from the plug.
T roubleshooting 21 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CA USE REMED Y Auger rotates, but snow is not thrown far enough 1. Chute deflector too low. 1. Adjust deflector as necessary. 2. Engine speed too slow. 2. Set speed to full throttle. 3. Ground speed too fast. 3. Use slower speed selector setting.
Adjustments 22 SPEED SELECT OR ADJUSTMENT 1. Loosen the two nuts (C, Figure 17). 2. Place the shift lever in 5th gear. 3. Push the lower rod into the housing and tighten the two nuts (C). Do not lift up or down on rods while tightening. Make sure the shoulders of the carriage bolts (B) are in the slots.
Adjustments 23 TRA CTION DRIVE TENSION Initial Adjustment 1. Lift the bellcrank arm (C, Figure 19) up as far as it will go. 2. While holding the bell crank arm (C) up, adjust the cable until all the slack is removed. 3. Back the adjustment screw (E) out 7-8 turns.
Adjustments 24 MANU AL DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTR OL LINKA GE ADJUSTMENT Pinion Gear Adjustment If the discharge chute is difficult to operate, first lubricate the pinion gear (A, Figure 20) and ring gear (F).
Adjustments & Service 25 EASY TURN™ CABLE ADJUSTMENT If the Easy Turn™ cable has stretched, the gears will not disengage when the control lever is activated. Adjust the cable using the following procedure. 1. Turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Adjustments & Service 26 BEL T REPLA CEMENT 1. Turn off the engine, remove the spark plug wire, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Rotate the spout full right. Loosen the two screws (B, Figure 25) securing the belt cover. 2. Tilt the cover forward and work it off the snowthrower.
Service 27 Figure 28. Belt Pattern (viewed from front) A. Engine Pulley B. Drive Belt C. Idler Pulley D. Driven Pulley E. Engine Belt Stops F. Auger Pulley Belt Stops (Power Boost Units Only) B C A E E F F D 6. Reverse the procedure to install the belts.
Specifications 28 ENGINE: 10.5 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Intek Snow Horsepower 10.5 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 18.6 Cu. in (305 cc) Oil Capacity 28 oz. (,84 L) 11.5 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Intek Snow Horsepower 11.
29 Parts & Accessories REPLA CEMENT P ARTS Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity / Snapper Service Parts. TECHNICAL MANU ALS Additional copies of this manual are available, as well as fully illustrated parts lists.
MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.SimplicityMfg.com PRODUCTS, INC. 535 Macon Street McDonough, GA 30253 www.Snapper.com © Copyright 2006 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.
An important point after buying a device Snapper 10524, 11528, 1332, 13388, 13388 (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought Snapper 10524, 11528, 1332, 13388, 13388 yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data Snapper 10524, 11528, 1332, 13388, 13388 - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, Snapper 10524, 11528, 1332, 13388, 13388 you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get Snapper 10524, 11528, 1332, 13388, 13388 will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of Snapper 10524, 11528, 1332, 13388, 13388, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Snapper 10524, 11528, 1332, 13388, 13388.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Snapper 10524, 11528, 1332, 13388, 13388. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Snapper 10524, 11528, 1332, 13388, 13388 along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
