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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
Starting & Stopping Recoil Start Engine............................................................... 6-7
Starting & Stopping Electric Start Engine ............................................................ 8-9
Starting & Stopping Auger ..................................................................................... 7-9
Discharge Chute & Deflector Adjustment (Recoil Start) ........................................ 7
Discharge Chute & Deflector Adjustment (Electric Start) ...................................... 9
Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive ...........................................................................7-9
SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS................................ 10-11
Checking Auger Drive Belt ...................................................................................... 10
Checking Wheel Drive Belt...................................................................................... 10
Lubricate Gear Case................................................................................................. 10
Lubricate Auger & Bearing...................................................................................... 10
General Lubrication.................................................................................................. 10
Annually – End of Each Season.............................................................................. 11
Engine ................................................................................................................. 11
Spark Plug .......................................................................................................... 11
Storage Procedure ................................................................................................... 11
Maintenance and Service Parts .............................................................................. 11
SECTION 4 - REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENTS.................................... 12-17
Auger & Wheel Drive Belt Adjustment .............................................................. 12-13
Auger & Wheel Drive Belt Replacement............................................................ 13-14
Ground Speed Adjustment...................................................................................... 15
Skid Shoe Adjustment ............................................................................................. 15
Auger Shear Bolt Replacement............................................................................... 15
Single Handle Control Adjustment (7 HP Models Only) ....................................... 16
Chute Crank Adjustment ......................................................................................... 17
Rubber Drive Tire Replacement.............................................................................. 17
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................ 18
SERVICE SCHEDULE ............................................................................ 18
WARRANTY ............................................................................................ 19
IMPORTANT
The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference
only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper
dealer if you have questions.