Snapper Snow Blower 5201E User Manual

Dealer Setup  
& Adjustment Instructions  
520 Series Single Stage Snowthrower  
This Dealer Setup Instruction applies to the following units:  
These instructions may cover additional models issued after their printing.  
Refer to the Dealer Setup Binder Index for complete listings.  
520 Series Snowthrowers  
Mfg. No. Description  
7085663 SS5201R, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start  
7085664 SS5201E, 5HP Snowthrower, Electric Start  
1694585 5201M, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start  
1694586 5201E, 5HP Snowthrower, Electric Start  
ATTENTION SETUP PERSONNEL:  
TABLE OF CONTENTS:  
SAFETY RULES........................................................2  
The safety warnings provided in this guide  
and in the operator's manual included with  
the unit contain important information that  
SETUP PROCEDURES  
must be obeyed when assembling, setting-up, operat-  
ing, servicing, transporting, or storing the unit.  
Quick Setup List.......................................................3  
Unboxing and Assembly .........................................4  
Fill Gas Tank.............................................................5  
Fuel Oil Mix.............................................................5  
Proper Fuel Mixing Procedure ................................5  
Lubricate the Snowthrower.....................................6  
These warnings are highlighted by the safety alert tri-  
angle symbol shown above, which signifies that an  
important safety message is being provided.  
Removing the Belt Cover........................................6  
Lubrication Points ...................................................6  
Test Run....................................................................7  
You must read, understand, and follow these warn-  
ings and instructions, and use safe shop and work  
practices at all times while working on or around  
this unit and all other outdoor power equipment.  
ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES  
Sections and items denoted by the Setup  
symbol provide the information necessary to  
fully assemble, test, and prepare the units  
Removing Engine Cover..........................................8  
Carburetor Adjustment............................................8  
Servicing the Spark Plug.........................................8  
Auger Control Cable Adjustment ...........................9  
Checking the Adjustment........................................9  
Adjusting the Cable.................................................9  
described above for delivery to your customers.  
A Quick Setup List is provided on page 3 of this  
booklet to help you identify and check that the  
items have been performed.  
Testing the Auger Control Cable.............................9  
Replacing the Drive Belt........................................10  
Replacing the Scraper Blade ................................10  
Manual No. 7100193  
I.R. 6/10/2005  
TP 300-5071-IR-SX-N  
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Quick Setup List -  
Page  
Setup Procedure  
Steps to Perform  
Remove Unit From Box.  
4
Unbox & Assemble  
Install Discharge Chute  
Assemble Handle Bars  
(Be careful not to pinch the auger cable)  
Mount Clean-Out Tool in storage position  
on handle  
5
6
7
Fill Gas Tank  
Fill Gas Tank  
Lubricate Snowthrower  
Test Run  
Lubricate all grease & oil points  
Check Primer  
Check Choke  
Check Recoil Starter  
Check Electric Starter (Where Applicable)  
Check Auger Control Cable  
Check Kill Switch  
Check Chute Rotator  
Check Deflector  
Additional information concerning functional  
tests, general adjustment procedures, and  
the location of normal lubrication points are  
included in these instructions.  
Although all required lubrication and normal adjust-  
ments on factory-assembled components are done at  
the factory, this additional information is provided to  
assist you in ensuring that each unit is delivered to the  
customer in proper working order.  
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A
Unboxing & Assembly  
1.Using a utility knife, open the box and remove the  
snowthrower.  
B
IMPORTANT NOTE  
When removing the snowthrower  
from the box and unfolding the han-  
dle bars DO NOT PINCH THE AUGER  
CONTROL CABLE IN THE HANDLE  
BARS.  
C
2. Install the discharge chute on to the rotating ring  
located on the auger housing. Secure with the three  
5/16 inch carriage bolts, flat washers and nylok nuts  
found in the parts bag (the bolt heads go to inside  
of of the rotating ring, with washers and nuts on the  
outside). Refer to Figure 1.  
NOTE: Install the rear bolt first for easier alignment.  
3. Tighten bolts securely with a wrench.  
Figure 2. Handles and Clean-out Tool  
4. Lift up folding handle to align it with lower handle  
and tighten the wing knobs securely as shown in  
Figures 2 and 3.  
A. Handle  
B. Wing Knobs C. Clean-out Tool  
5 Mount clean-out tool in storage position on handle.  
Refer to Figure 2.  
A
C
D
E
B
Figure 1. Assembly of Discharge Chute  
Figure 3. Lift Handles and Lock Wing Knobs  
A. Discharge Chute  
B. Carriage Bolts  
C. Washers  
D. Nuts  
E. Rotating Ring  
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FUEL TO OIL MIXTURE CHART (50:1)  
U.S.  
Imperial  
Metric  
Fill Gas Tank  
Gasoline 2 Cycle Oil Gasoline 2 Cycle Oil Gasoline 2 Cycle Oil  
Gallons  
Ounces  
2.5  
5
Gallons  
Ounces  
Liters  
Milliliters  
Fuel and Oil Mixture  
1
2
5
1
2
5
2.8  
4
80 ml  
The snowthrower uses a two cycle engine that requires  
a mixture of fuel (gasoline) and oil for lubrication of  
engine bearings and other moving parts.  
5.6  
8
160 ml  
400 ml  
13  
14.1  
20  
The correct fuel/oil mixture ratio for the five horsepow-  
er engine is 50 to 1. Use fuel/oil mixture chart shown.  
NOTE: To prevent damage to engine, carefully  
observe recommended fuel to oil mixing ratio and  
procedures.  
WARNING  
• Gasoline and oil must be premixed in a clean fuel  
container.  
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled  
with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is hot  
or running. Always move outdoors to fill the tank.  
Keep snowthrower and gasoline away from open  
flame or spark.  
• Always use fresh, unleaded, winter grade fuel  
• Never put plain, unmixed fuel into fuel tank. Shake  
fuel container each time before filling fuel tank.  
• Never use “stale” fuel left over from last season or  
stored for long periods.  
• DO NOT USE MULTI VISCOSITY OILS, SUCH AS  
10W-30 or 10W-40.  
Proper Fuel Mixing Procedure  
A
B
C
D
1. Fill approved clean fuel container one quarter full  
with fresh unleaded fuel - one quart (one liter) in a  
one gallon (4 liter) container.  
2. Pour recommended amount of high quality two  
cycle oil — 2.5 ounces (80 ml) into fuel container  
for one gallon (4 liters) of fuel. (NOTE: DO NOT  
USE MULTI VISCOSITY OILS, SUCH AS 10W-30  
or 10W-40.)  
3. Reinstall cap on the fuel container and shake con-  
tainer vigorously so oil mixes with gasoline.  
4. Unscrew cap and fill container with fuel. Shake  
container again.  
5. Remove fuel tank cap and carefully pour mixed fuel  
into the fuel tank, filling to 1/2 inch (1.5 cm) below  
filler neck to allow room for expansion. Never put  
plain, unmixed fuel into fuel tank. Shake fuel  
container each time before filling fuel tank.  
Figure 4. Proper Fuel Mixing Procedure  
A. Fill Container with 1 Quart (1 Liter) of fuel  
B. 2.5 Ounces (80 ml) of two-cycle oil  
C. Combine in container, then shake container  
D. Additional fuel brings total to 1 Gallon (4 liters)  
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