Simplicity 520E Operator's Manual

OPERATOR’SMANUALSingle StageSnowthrower 520M ModelsMfg. No. Description1694585 5201M, 5HP Snowthrower, Manual Start7085663 SS5201R, 5HP Snowthrower, M

9Controls & OperationENGINE & STARTING CONTROLSNOTE: Engine Speed Control - This snow thrower doesNOT have an engine speed control. Engine spe

10GENERAL OPERATIONCHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts,bolts and clips are secure.2. Check the fuel su

11FUEL AND OIL MIXTUREThe snowthrower uses a two cycle engine that requires amixture of fuel (gasoline) and oil for lubrication of enginebearings and

12Controls & OperationSTARTING THE ENGINENOTE: The snowthrower engine is designed to operateat cold temperatures. Avoid operating the snowthrower

13OPERATING THE SNOWTHROWERBefore operating snowthrower, review the Checks BeforeEach Useunder General Operation on page 8 of thismanual.1. Rotate the

Figure 11. Grease the Discharge Chute RingLubricateFlangeRegularMaintenance14Removing Belt CoverIn order to perform proper lubrication, it is necessa

TROUBLESHOOTINGProblem Possible Cause RemedyEngine fails to start 1. Key is OFF 1. Turn Key to the ON position2. Failure to prime cold engine 2. Press

16Troubleshooting & ServiceAdjusting the Cable1. Remove the engine cover.2. Locate and loosen the lower locknut securing theauger control cable (s

17Troubleshooting & ServiceREPLACING THE DRIVE BELT1. Remove engine key from switch.2. Remove belt and engine covers.3. Move the auger control on

18ENGINE:5 HP* TecumsehMake TecumsehModel HSK 850Horsepower* 5 @ 4000 rpmDisplacement 8.46 Cu. in (139 cc)Oil Mixture 50:1CHASSIS:Spout Rotation 220 D

1Table of ContentsSafety Rules & InformationTraining ...2Preparation ...

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2This machine is capable to amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Read these safety rules andfollow them closely. Failure to obey these rul

38. Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor-age preparations before storing the unit for both shortand long term periods.9. Always follo

4Product IdentificationID TagWhen contacting your authorized dealer for replace-ment parts, service, or information you MUST havethese numbers.Record

5Safety Rules & InformationSAFETY DECALSSafety warning decals are placed at strategic locations on the snowthrower as a constant reminder to the o

6Safety Rules & InformationInternational SymbolsFASTSLOWSTOPCHOKEPRIMERELECTRIC STARTIGNITION KEYRUN

7Assembling the SnowthrowerTOOLS REQUIRED• Socket or Wrench Set• Pair of PliersASSEMBLY PROCEDUREIf your unit was not previously assembled, see Figure

8Controls& OperationAugerControlChuteDirectionControl Chute DeflectorClean-OutToolABCDEngages auger when pulledback, and disengages augerwhen rele