Simplicity Manufacturing L1226E User's Manual
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1. 07 2007 9 TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers TP 300 4458 00 LW SN 10 07 2007 Large Frame Snowthrowers 07 2007 11 TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers mi Perform Safety Checks Check Engine Controls 1 Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts bolts clips cotter pins and wires are secure 2 Check to make sure spark plug wire is attached 3 Check all controls for proper operation a The engine should stop when the key is removed b The throttle should control the engine speed and stop the engine when moved to the STOP position c The fuel shut off valve should stop the flow of fuel to the engine d The recoil starter or electric starter if equipped should crank the engine when activated Check the engine area for oil or gasoline leaks Correct any problems in accordance with the engine manufacturers instructions TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Series Figure 1 Engine Controls Electric Start Button Fuel Valve Select Models Starter Handle Primer Button Throttle Lever Snow Max Models Only Engine Key Choke Knob Stop Switch zonmoou gt 12 07 2007 Large Frame Snowthrowers KATI O000 Hmm Perform Sof N Safety Checks Check Snowt2. 7 Release auger control Auger must stop within 5 seconds 8 If auger does not operate properly stop engine and recheck drive linkage adjustments 9 If auger linkage is properly adjusted auger drive belt tension may require adjustment See adjusting the auger belt in this section of the manual TRACTION DRIVE ADJUSTMENT Initial Adjustment Ah WARNING Do not over tighten as this may cause traction drive to engage without depressing the traction drive control arm must remain in down position Verify that the cables are not over tightened With speed selector in position 1 and traction drive control fully released push snowthrower forward The unit should move forward freely If unit does not move forward freely the cable has been over tightened To remedy loosen tension on clutch cable slightly and recheck TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Figure 3 Auger Cable Button A B C Auger Drive Cable Auger Cable Button Lever 14 Figure 4 Auger Drive Adjustment Adjusting Flats Spring Hook Lever Adjustment Nut Adjustment Screw Spring 1moou gt With the drive lever released there should be slack in the cable when moved slightly from side to side To adjust tension on the cable slide the cable boot A Figure 5 off the cable adjustment bracket D Move the Z hook C from the cable adjustment bracket D to a different adjustment h
3. Figure 7 Friction Disc Measurement A Friction Disk B Frame 7 Note the position of the friction wheel A Figure 7 The correct distance from the right side of the friction wheel to the outside of the frmae is 4 5 16 10 95 cm If the friction wheel is not in the correct postition adjust as follows TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers Figure 8 Speed Selector Linkage Speed Selector Rod Jam Nut Ball Joint Locknut Shift Rod Loosen the jam nut B Figure 8 oo NOWS Remove locknut D o Move the friction wheel A Figure 7 to the correct distance 4 5 16 10 95 cm Turn the ball joint C Figure 8 until it is aligned with the mounting hole in the shifter rod E When aligned attach the ball joint C to the shifter rod E and tighten the jam nut B and locknut D 4 _ 12 Check that the snowthrower operates in R1 If not follow procedures 1 11 and readjust as necessary 13 Install the bottom panel B Figure 6 and tighten the capscrews A TP 300 4458 00 LW SN 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 2 Loosen the jam nut B Figure 9 3 Turn the adjustment nut A to lengthen or shorten the cable The cable should be t
4. Adjust Belt Adjustment pa Auger Drive Belt If your snowthrower will not discharge snow check the control cable adjustment If it is correct then check the condition of the auger drive belt If it is damaged or loose replace it see Belt Replacement in this section of the manual 1 Disconnect spark plug wire 2 Loosen screw B Figure 11 from belt cover A Remove belt cover A 3 Loosen nut D Figure 12 on auger idler pulley B and move auger idler pulley towards belt about 1 8 inch 3mm 4 Tighten nut D 5 Engage auger drive clutch Check tension on belt opposite idler pulley Belt should deflect about 1 2 inch 12 5 mm with moderate pressure see Figure 12 You may have to move the idler pulley more than once to obtain the correct tension 6 Reinstall belt cover A Figure 11 securing with screws B 7 Whenever belts are adjusted or replaced the auger drive or traction drive controls will need to be adjusted see Auger Drive or Traction Drive Adjustment in this section of the manual 8 Attach the spark plug wire 9 Auger must stop within 5 seconds Traction Drive Belt The traction drive belt has constant spring pressure and does not require an adjustment If the traction drive belt is slipping replace the belt See Belt Replacement Note After adjustments are complete make sure the drive disengages when released TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Figure 11 Belt Cover
5. is a rise of 3 1 2 feet 106 cm vertically in 20 feet 607 cm horizontally When operating on slopes use additional wheel weights or counterweights See your dealer to determine which weights are available and appropriate for your unit Select slow ground speed before driving onto slope Travel UP and DOWN the slope never across the face use caution when changing directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not operate on it EMISSIONS Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known in certain quantities to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index information on the engine emissions label TP 300 4458 00 LW SN operate the unit safely enough to protect themselves and others from injury All operators should seek and obtain professional and prac tical instruction Always wear substantial footwear and appropriate winter clothing Wear foot ware that improves traction on slippery slopes DO NOT wear long scarves or loose clothing that could become entangled in moving parts Before using always visually check that all hardware is present in tact and secure Replace worn or damaged parts Ne
6. control is in the center of the dash panel 07 2007 19 A Traction Drive Belt B Belt Guide C Auger Drive Pulley Engine D Auger Drive Belt E Traction Drive Spring F Traction Drive Pulley Engine G Traction Drive Pulley H Impeller Pulley l Swing Plate Axle Rod J E Ring K Auger Idler Pulley L Traction Drive Idler Pulley TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers Figure 15 Spout Rotator Rod Special Nut Cover Hair Pin Spout Rotator Rod DOWS 9 Remove special nut A Figure 15 and cover B 10 Remove hair pin C and slide rod forward about 3 inches until hex shaft separates from the handle control 1 ki Remove the upper four capscrews A Figure 16 that hold together the auger housing C and the frame D Loosen the lower two capscrews B The auger housing C and the frame D can now be split apart for removal of the belt 12 Remove the old auger drive belt D Figure 14 from the impeller pulley Replace the auger drive belt with an original factory replacement belt available from an authorized service center 13 Install the new auger drive belt D onto the impeller pulley H NOTE To assemble the auger housing to the frame have someone hold the auger clutch lever in the ENGAGED position This will move the idler arm and pul ley enough to allow the auger drive pulley to move back into position 14 Assemble the auger housing
7. A B Belt Cover Screws 1 2 12 5mm py Figure 12 Auger Belt Deflection 18 moon Engine Drive Pulley Idier Pulley Engaged Position Auger Drive Pulley Nut Auger Belt 07 2007 wm Belt Replacement Auger Drive Belt The drive belts are of special construction and must be replaced with original factory replacement belts available from your nearest authorized service center Some steps require the assistance of a second person If the auger drive belt is damaged the snow thrower will not discharge snow Replace the damaged belt as follows 1 Disconnect the spark plug wire 2 Remove the capscrews A Figure 13 on each side of the bottom panel B Remove the bottom panel B Figure 13 Bottom Cover Large Frame Snowthrowers DY zen Figure 14 Pulleys and Belts A B C 4 Capscrews Bottom Panel Auger Housing Loosen screws B Figure 11 from belt cover A Remove belt cover A Loosen the belt guide B Figure 14 Pull the belt guide away from the auger drive pulley C Pull the auger idler pulley K away from the auger drive belt D and slip the belt off of the idler Remove the auger drive belt D from the engine pul ley To remove the auger drive belt D the auger drive pulley C may have to be partially rotated Index or point the spout to the center of the machine so that the rotator
8. C Figure 16 to the frame with the four upper capscrews A that were removed in step 11 Tighten the two lower capscrews B 15 Index or point the spout rotator to the center of the machine so the rotator control is in the center of the dash panel TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Figure 16 Frame and Axle Housing A Upper Capscrews B Lower Capscrews C Auger Housing D Frame 16 Slide spout rotator rod B Figure 17 into hex dash opening A Figure 17 Install Spout Rotator Rod A Hex Dash Opening B Spout Rotator Rod 17 Insert hair pin C Figure 15 into spout rotator rod D 18 Install cover B and secure with special nut A 19 Install the auger drive belt D Figure 13 onto the engine pulley C 20 Slip the auger drive belt D under the idler pulley K 21 Adjust the auger drive belt See How To Adjust The Auger Drive Belt in the Service section 20 07 2007 22 Adjust the belt guide See Belt Adjustment in the Adjustment section 23 Install the belt cover A Figure 11 Tighten screws B 24 Check the adjustment of the cables See Drive Adjustments in the Adjustment section 25 Install the bottom panel B Figure 13 26 Tighten the capscrews A on each side of the bottom panel B 27 Connect the spark plug wire 28 Test for proper operation and re adjust the controls as needed Traction Drive Belt If the snow thrower will not move forward
9. O Simplicity MANUFACTURING INC O Simplicity SNAPPER Large Frame Snowthrowers Initial setup This Dealer Setup Instruction covers the following products L1226E Models L1530E Models Mfg No Description Mfg No Description 1695326 SMIL1226E 11 5GT Snowthrower 1695334 SMIL1530E 14 5GT Snowthrower 1695324 SNL1226E 11 5GT Snowthrower 1695332 SNL1530E 14 5GT Snowthrower 1695327 SMIL1226EX 11 5GT Snowthrower CE 1695335 SMIL1530EX 14 5GT Snowthrower CE 1695325 SNL1226EX 11 5GT Snowthrower CE 1695333 SNL1530EX 14 5GT Snowthrower CE L1428E Models L1632E Models Mfg No Description Mfg No Description 1699330 Zar SGT Snowihrower 1695338 SMIL1632E 15 5GT Snowthrower aa ONE Neer T3501 Snowlhiower 1695336 SNL1632E 15 5GT Snowthrower 1695329 SNL1428EX 13 5GT Snowthrower CE CE Briggs amp Stratton Yard Power Products Group Form No 1735189 Copyright 2007 Briggs amp Stratton Corporation Milwaukee WI USA All Rights Reserved 07 2007 TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers SAFETY RULES 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 A in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the un
10. check the trac tion drive belt for wear or damage If the traction drive belt is worn or damaged replace the belt as follows 1 Disconnect the spark plug wire 2 Remove the auger drive belt See Belt Replacement in this section 3 Remove the traction drive spring E Figure 14 Remove the e ring J Figure 14 from one end of the swing plate axle rod 5 Remove the swing plate axle rod 1 to allow the swing plate A Figure 14 to pivot forward 6 Remove the old traction drive belt A from the trac tion drive pulley G and from the traction drive pulley F Replace the traction drive belt A with an origi nal factory replacement belt available from an authorized Dealer 7 Install the new traction drive belt A onto the traction drive pulley G and onto traction drive pulley F 8 Make sure the traction drive idler pulley L is proper ly aligned with the traction drive belt A 9 Install the swing plate axle rod l and secure with the e ring J removed earlier 10 The bottom of the swing plate A Figure 18 must be positioned between the alignment tabs B Make sure the swing plate is properly secured NOTE If the drive will not engage after the traction drive belt has been replaced then check to make sure that the swing plate is positioned between the alignment tabs 11 Attach the traction drive spring E Figure 14 12 Install and adjust the auger drive belt See Belt Replaceme
11. hrower Controls 1 Check the skid shoes to make sure they are set at the desired height Adjust if necessary 2 Check the traction drive control B Figure 2 Snowthrower motion should stop when the control is released 3 Check the auger control C Auger movement should stop when the control is released 4 Check the manual chute direction control D for prop er operation The discharge chute should rotate freely in both directions 5 Check the remote deflector control E for proper operation The deflector should pivot freely up and down when the chute deflector control E is pushed to the left and either moved forward or backward 6 Check the speed selector A for smooth operation The control must move freely into each speed posi s gt tion gate and remain in position when released Figure 2 Controls from operator s position A Speed Selector Traction Control amp Free Hand Control Auger Engage Control Chute Rotator Control Remote Deflector Control Easy Turn Lever If controls do not function properly perform the appropriate adjustment as shown in the Adjustment Section 7 The auger is secured to the shaft by shear pins which will break if the auger strikes an object Extra shear pins are provided Keep these pins in the com partment on the belt cover Lubricate the auger shaft Check Operations 1 With engine at fu
12. ightened just until all slack is removed from the lever however it must not engage the Easy Turn release without depressing the control lever 4 Tighten the jam nut 16 A Adjustment Nut B Jam Nut 07 2007 Large Frame Snowthrowers wim Scraper Bar amp E20 Skid Shoe Adjustment On smooth surfaces such as concrete or asphalt the scraper bar should scrape the surface On surfaces such as gravel the scraper bar should be high enough so that it will not pick up gravel or debris The height of the scraper bar is controlled by raising or lowering the Skid Shoes See Figure 10 1 To raise the scraper bar height rest the scraper bar on a strip of wood equal in thickness to the desired height 2 Make sure the scraper bar is parallel to the ground surface 3 Loosen the skid shoe nuts and let the skid shoes drop to the surface 4 Tighten the nuts making sure the Skid Shoes are adjusted equally and are parallel to the surface 5 To lower the height of the scraper bar raise the Skid Shoes 6 If the scraper bar becomes worn it can be adjusted by loosening the nuts and bolts attaching it to the snowthrower making the adjustment and tightening the hardware It may also be replaced by removing the mounting nuts and bolts attaching it to the snowthrower Figure 10 Skid Shoe Adjustment A Scraper Bar B Skid Shoe C Nuts 07 2007 17 TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers
13. it before starting Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the unit local regulations can restrict operator age e Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown Be sure the area is clear of other people Stop unit if any one enters the area Always look down and behind before and while travelling in reverse Be aware of the discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not point the discharge at glass enclosures automobiles or windows Disengage all clutches release drive and auger control levers before starting the engine Never leave a running unit unattended Always disengage the auger and traction controls stop engine and remove keys Stop engine before unclogging chute Operate only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs e Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing road ways Use extra care when loading or unloading the unit into a trailer or truck Keep in mind the operator is responsible for accidents occurring to other people or property Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of power equipment related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to SLOPE OPERATION MA WARNING Never operate on slopes greater than 17 6 percent 10 which
14. ll soeed engage the auger control and release Do this ten 10 times Auger should come to a complete stop within five seconds each time If not perform Auger Adjustments 7 mO0 W 3 Engage traction control and release Do this ten times Unit should come to a complete stop each time If it does not perform the Traction Drive Adjustments 4 Remove the engine key The engine must stop 5 Move the throttle to STOP or push the stop switch The engine must stop 07 2007 13 TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers um Auger Drive ES Adjustment WARNING Do not over tighten as this may lift the lever and cause auger drive to be engaged without depressing the Auger Control 1 Check that the auger cable A Figure 3 is on top of cable button B as shown in Figure 3 2 With the drive lever released the hook B Figure 4 should barely touch the lever C without raising it There can be a maximum 1 32 clearance as shown 3 To adjust loosen nut D by holding the adjusting flats A and turning nut D Turn adjustment flats and hold screw The adjustment screw E is a phillips screw and the head can be held or turned by inserting a screwdriver through the spring F 4 Hold adjusting flats A and tighten nut D 5 Start unit and check auger Auger must not be engaged unless auger control is depressed 6 With engine running fully depress auger control the auger should engage and run normally
15. nt in this section of the manual 07 2007 Large Frame Snowthrowers 13 Adjust the belt guide See Belt Adjustment in the adjustment section of the manual 14 Install the bottom panel B Figure 13 Tighten 1 4 20 screws to 25 35 Ib in 2 8 3 9 Nm 15 Install the belt cover A Figure 11 Tighten 1 4 20 screws B to 25 35 Ib in 2 8 3 9 Nm Note Caution must be taken when tightening the screws that secure the belt cover Over tightening the screws will deform the plastic 16 Check the adjustment of the cables See Drive Adjustments in the Adjustment section 17 Connect the spark plug wire Figure 18 Traction Belt Change A Swing Plate B Alignment Tabs TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers amp Simplicity MANUFACTURING INC 500 N Spring Street PO Box 997 Port Washington WI 53074 0997 www SimplicityMfg com CO SNAPPER PRODUCTS 535 Macon Street McDonough GA 30253 www Snapper com Briggs amp Stratton Yard Power Products Group Copyright 2006 Briggs amp Stratton Corporation Milwaukee WI USA All Rights Reserved TP 300 4458 00 LW SN CE 07 2007
16. ole The cable should have slack The cable should have no tension or load 07 2007 Large Frame Snowthrowers Figure 5 Traction Drive Cable Adjustment A Cable Boot B Traction Drive Cable C Z Hook D Cable Adjustment Bracket Note If the cable is too slack the unit will not drive If the cable is too tight the drive will be engaged without pushing the handle down 4 Slide the cable boot A over the cable adjustment bracket Run In Adjustment ALL MODELS 1 After 5 hours of use check for proper adjustment Readjust clutch cable if necessary by increasing ten sion on cable A small amount of arm movement is permissible if unit passes operating checks described in the Warning above SPEED DRIVE ADJUSTMENT A WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care Drain gasoline outdoors Never drain the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation Do not allow open flame smoking or matches in the area Avoid over filling and wipe up any spills 1 Remove the gas from the gas tank 2 Disconnect the spark plug wire 3 Stand snowthrower on the front of the auger housing C Figure 6 Remove the capscrews A on each side of the bottom panel B Remove the bottom panel B Position the shift speed lever in the lowest forward speed 07 2007 Figure 6 Bottom Cover A Capscrews B Bottom Panel C Auger Housing 15
17. ooooo o 10 16 Spout Rotator Lubrication 0 0 0 0 cece cece eee 11 17 Hand Control Lubrication 0 0 0 0 cee eee 11 18 Engine Lubrication u a nennen ae ded a 11 Perform Safety Checks 0 0 cc cece eee eee nennen 12 Check Engine Controls 0 0 c ee cece eee teens 12 Check Snowthrower Controls 0 000 cece eee eee eee 13 Check Operations 13 Adjusiments mans Siete Cee ebene 14 Auger Drive Adjustment 14 Traction Drive Adjustment 14 Speed Drive Adjustment 00 cece eee eee eee eens 15 Easy Turn Cable Adjustment 0 0 00 ccc cece eee eee 16 Scraper Bar 4 Skid Shoe Adjustment 0 0 0 0 cece eee 17 Belt Adjustment oss wc moc eat eek RIN arme 18 Belt Replacement dea eh deed it ii 19 AUGER Dre Belee tun Pak Kha rasen 20 Traction Drive Belt 20 07 2007 3 TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers TP 300 4458 00 LW SN 4 07 2007 Large Frame Snowthrowers 5 16 18 x 2 1 4 606 5 16 18 07 2007 5 TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers 07 2007 TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers O 5 16 07 2007 7 TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers ke 07 2007 TP 300 4458 00 LW SN Large Frame Snowthrowers E10
18. tion Always keep unit in gear especially when traveling down hill Do Not Do not start or stop on a slope If tires lose traction disen gage the auger and proceed slowly straight down the slope Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not operate near drop offs ditches or embankments The unit could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not operate on wet surfaces Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not shift to neutral and coast down hills 07 2007 Large Frame Snowthrowers Table of Contents Unpacking Ear di 24 AG SENS nn SEER ue ANNA La 4 A rk en ea 4 2 Check Tire Pressure 2222222 cos cece eet ennnn nennen 4 3 Install Drift Cutters 0 ce nennen 5 A Install Handles ic occa ect hanes ir ir ba en 5 5y InStall Chutes n aa e Shute a een 6 6 Install Chute Rotator Crank 6 7 Tube Handle Levers Cable Check 0 0 cece cece eee 7 8 Connecting Shift Rod 0 eee eee eee eee 7 9 Chute Rotator Brake Cable Installation 7 10 Cable Tie Wrap Installation 00 0 eee eee eee 9 11 Auger Shaft Lubrication 0 0 0 cece 9 12 Auger Drive Lubrication aapa i raa Aa 9 13 Auger Shaft Shear Pins 0 cece eee eee 10 14 Deflector Hinge Lubrication a 10 15 Axles and Control Lever Lubricati0N
19. ver operate the machine with defective guards or with out safety protective devises in place Stop engine before refuelling removing an attachment making adjustments unless the adjustment can be made from the operator s position Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights Adjust skid shoe height to clear gravel or crushed rock sur faces Do not touch snowthrower parts which may be hot from operation Allow such parts to cool before attempting to service the unit CLEARING A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snowthrowers Always use a clean out tool not your hands to clean out the discharge chute To clear the chute 1 SHUT OFF THE ENGINE 2 Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have stopped rotating 3 Always use a clean out tool not your hands Do See your authorized dealer for recommendations counter weights to improve stability Travel up and down slopes not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could over turn the unit Snow can hide obstacles Use slow speed Tires may lose traction on slopes Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direc
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