Simplicity 1693647 555M User Manual

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6STARTING CONTROLSUnits with Optional Electric StartA. Electric Start Button - The Electric Start Button(A, Figures 4 & 5) activates an electric s

7ControlsFigure 6. Operator's Control PositionA. Speed Selector C. Auger ControlB. Drive Control D. Chute Direction ControlFigure 7. Snowthrowe

8GENERAL OPERATIONCHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts,bolts and clips are secure.2. Check the engine o

9OperationSTARTING THE ENGINE1. Turn the fuel valve (B, Figures 8 & 9) to the ON posi-tion.2. Insert the Engine Key (F, Figures 8 & 9) into th

10OperationOPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER1. Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction.2. Set the Speed Selector to the desired forward speed. 3.

11OperationDEFLECTORThe distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlledby the position of the deflector (Figure 12). (Enginespeed also affects di

Figure 14. Traction Drive Lock - Disengaged12OperationFREE-WHEELING ANDTRACTION DRIVE LOCKFor easy turning when pushing the snowthrower, youcan disen

13Regular MaintenanceNORMAL CARECheck auger gear case lubrication.**Lubricate snowthrower.Check tire pressure.Change engine oil.*✛Clean or replace spa

14Regular MaintenanceThere are two grease fittings on the auger shaft (Figure18). Wipe the fittings clean and apply grease, using agrease gun. Also ap

15Regular Maintenance01MAINTENANCE RECORDS:

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Service16PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDYEngine fails to start.1. Key is OFF.2. Failure to Prime cold Engine3. Fuel valve is in CLOSED position.4. Out of

17ServicePROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDYAuger rotates, but snow is notthrown far enough1. Chute deflector too low.2. Engine speed too slow.3. Ground spe

18SPEED SELECTOR PIVOT ADJUST-MENTThe Speed Selector is factory set for optimal perfor-mance at each forward and reverse speed setting.However, if dri

19ServiceFigure 22. Auger Drive Clutch Rod AdjustmentAuger DriveClutch RodAuger DriveClutch Rod SpringAdjustmentHex NutsAUGER DRIVE CLUTCH RODADJUSTM

20ServiceDRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (Continued)If the auger drive slips (auger slows or doesn't rotate nor-mally while blowing snow), or stays engaged

21ServiceDRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (Continued)Adjusting Auger Belt Guide1. With the Auger Control still fully depressed, adjustthe Auger Belt Guide so tha

22ServiceDRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (Cont.)Auger Drive Belt Replacement1. Remove gas from fuel tank and run engine until itstops running from lack of fuel

23Figure 32. Auger BearingsAUGER SHAFT BEARINGREPLACEMENTIf auger shaft bearings need replacement, proceed asfollows:1. Pry off the E-ring (Figure 32

24ServiceDISCHARGE CHUTE WORMASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENTIf the Discharge Chute becomes difficult to rotate orbegins to operate erratically, the Worm Assembly

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OPERATOR’SMANUALIntermediateSnowthrower Models555 ModelsMfg. No. Description1693646 555M, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start1693647 555M, 5HP Snowthrower,

26COMMON REPLACEMENT PARTSListed below are part numbers for the more commonreplacement parts. Use only genuine Simplicity replace-ment parts to assure

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Engine MakeEngine Type/SpecEngine ModelEngine Code/Serial NumberENGINE REFERENCE DATA1Table Of ContentsSAFETY RULESGeneral ...

2Safety RulesGENERAL• Read the Operator’s Manual carefully. Be thoroughlyfamiliar with all controls and proper equipment use.• Never allow children to

3Safety RulesOPERATION• Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Keepclear of discharge opening at all times.• Always clear snow up and down the

4SAFETY DECALSSafety warning decals are placed at strategic locations on the snowthrower as a constant reminder to the opera-tor of the most important

5ENGINE CONTROLSSNOWTHROWER CONTROLSFigure 2. Engine Controls - 5HP ModelsFigure 3. Engine Controls - 7HP ModelsA* Electric StartButton(Optional)Act