Simplicity 7800138 Operator's Manual

() Bimplicilq®SNAPPERTMOPERATOR'SMANUAl///IntermediateSnowthrower ModelsMfg. No.78000847800086780008578000877800138Description175246E, 7.5HP OHV,

Features& ControlsCONTROL LOCATIONSThe information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, and driving re

EngineControlsSTARTING CONTROLSSee Figure 1 for the following instructions.Units with Optional Electric StartA. Electric Start Button (North American

CnntrnlsGROUND SPEED CONTROLSA. Speed Selector - This lever (A, Figures 2 & 3) isused to set the ground speed of the snowthrower.The snowthrower h

OperationGENERAL OPERATIONCHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts,bolts and clips are secure.2. Check to m

fl.nP.PatinnSTARTING THE ENGINE1. Turn the fuel valve (B, Figure 4) to the ON position.2. Turn the On/Off switch (G) to the ON position.3. Insert the

OperationOPERATING THE SNOWTHROWER1. Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction.2. Set the speed selector to the desired forward speed.3. Ful

DEFLECTORThe distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlledby the position of the deflector (Figure 6).The more the deflector is tilted UP, the

OperationFREE-WHEELING ANDTRACTION DRIVE LOCKFor easy turning when pushing the snowthrower, youcan disengage the traction drive at one or both wheelsb

RegularMaintenanceMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEMAINTENANCE REQUIRED FREQUENCY NOTESCheck auger gear case lubrication.**Lubricate snowth rower.Check tire pressu

MaintenanceLUBRICATIONIMPORTANT NOTEIt is very important that grease fittings on the auger shaftare lubricated regularly. If auger rusts to shaft, dam

TableofContentsSafety Rules & InformationTraining ... 2Preparation ...

StnrageLUBRICATION CHECK / LUBRICATEFREE-HAND LINKAGECheck the function of the Free-Hand controls: the con-trols should function as described in the C

Troubleshooting,Adjustment,& ServiceTROUBLESHOOTINGThis section provides troubleshooting and serviceinstructions. Locate the problem and check the

TroubleshootingREMEDYPROBLEMAuger rotates, but snow is notthrown far enoughPOSSIBLE CAUSE1. Chute deflector too low.2. Ground speed too fast.3. Snowth

AdjustmentsSPEED SELECTOR PIVOT ADJUSTMENTAdjust as follows:1. Move the ground speed control (A, Figure 17) fullyforward.2. Loosen the hardware (B) se

Ad_iustmP.ntsMANUAL DISCHARGE CHUTECONTROL LINKAGE ADJUSTMENTPinion Gear AdjustmentIf the discharge chute is difficult to operate, first lubricatethe

AdjustmentsAUGER DRIVE CLUTCH CABLEADJUSTMENTThe auger drive clutch cable should be adjusted so thatthere is no slack in the cable when moved slightly

Ad_iustmP.ntsDRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (Continued)If the auger drive slips (auger slows or doesn't rotate nor-mally while blowing snow), or stays eng

Adjustments& ServiceDRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (Continued)Adjusting Auger Belt Guide1. With the auger control still fully depressed, adjust theauger be

DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (Cont.)Traction Drive Belt Replacement (Cont.)5. Reverse the procedure to install the new belt. Besure there are no twists in t

ServiceROLLER CHAIN REPLACEMENTNOTE: This procedure does not apply to models that usean "endless" chain.1. Remove gas from fuel tank and run

SafetyRules& InformationTRAINING1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on themachine and in the manuals before operating thisunit. Be th

SpecificationsNOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice.* Actual sustained equipment horsepower wi

ReplacementParts& AccessoriesREPLACEMENT PARTSReplacement parts are available from your authorizeddealer. Always use genuine Simplicity / Snapper

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Safety Rules21. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for acci-dents occurring to other people or property.22. Data indicates that operators, age 6

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SafetyDecalsGENERALThis unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-vide you with the safety and reliability you would expectfrom an industry leade

CFSafety Ir.nns& CnmnlianceSpecSWarning: Read Operator's Manual.Read and understand the Operator'sManual before using this machine.Dange

Features,Controls,&OperationPlease take a momentand familiarizeyourself with thename, location, andfunction of thesecontrols so that you willbette