Snapper 1380 User Manual Page 1

OPERATOR’SMANUALLarge FrameSnowthrowers9524 ModelsMfg. No. Description1694853 95247E, 9.5HP Snowthrower1694854 E95247, 9.5HP Snowthrower (CE)9560 Mode

Features & Controls9Fuel Fuel tank filler cap (see illustration). Note: The fuel shutoff valve is located under the fuel tank or on the front oft

Operation10GENERAL OPERATIONCHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts,bolts and clips are secure.2. Check to

Operation114. Turn the choke knob (G) fully clockwise if engine iscold. (Do not choke a warm engine.)5. Push the primer button (D) two times if engine

Operation12Figure 2. Controls (from operator’s position)A. Speed SelectorB. Traction & Free-Hand™ ControlC. Auger Engage ControlD. Chute Directio

Operation13DEFLECTORThe distance of the discharged snow is mainly controlledby the position of the deflector. (Engine speed alsoaffects distance of di

Operation14EASY TURN™ FREEWHEELING ANDTRACTION DRIVE LOCKWhile Clearing Snow:For easy turning when using the snowthrower, squeezethe Easy Turn™ lever

Storage15AFTER EACH USENormal use of the snowthrower may result in a build-upof packed snow in and around the starter cord housingand around engine co

16Regular MaintenanceAUGER GEAR CASE LUBRICATION1. Place the snowthrower on a level surface.2. Remove the pipe plug (A, Figure 9). 3. Check the lubri

LUBRICATIONRemove wheels and grease axles once each year.Apply medium weight (10W) oil to points shown (SeeFigures 10-13). Apply 5W-50 synthetic motor

Regular Maintenance18CHECK / LUBRICATE FREE-HANDLINKAGECheck the function of the Free-Hand controls: the con-trols should function as described in the

Table of Contents1CONTENTS:Safety Rules & InformationTraining ...2Preparation ...

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20Troubleshooting, Adjustments, ServiceWARNINGBefore performing any adjustment or service tosnowthrower, stop the engine and wait formoving parts to s

Troubleshooting21PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDYAuger rotates, but snow is notthrown far enough1. Chute deflector too low. 1. Adjust deflector as necess

Adjustments22SPEED SELECTOR ADJUSTMENT1. Loosen the two nuts (C, Figure 17).2. Place the shift lever in 5th gear.3. Push the lower rod into the housin

Adjustments 23TRACTION DRIVE TENSIONInitial Adjustment1.With the drive lever released there should be no slackin the cable when moved slightly from si

Adjustments24MANUAL DISCHARGE CHUTECONTROL LINKAGE ADJUSTMENTPinion Gear AdjustmentIf the discharge chute is difficult to operate, first lubricatethe

Adjustments & Service25EASY TURN™ CABLE ADJUSTMENTIf the Easy Turn™ cable has stretched, the gears will notdisengage when the control lever is act

Adjustments & Service26BELT REPLACEMENT1. Turn off the engine, remove the spark plug wire, andwait for all moving parts to stop. Rotate the spout

Service27Figure 28. Belt Pattern (viewed from front)A. Engine PulleyB. Drive BeltC. Idler PulleyD. Driven PulleyE. Engine Belt StopsF. Auger Pulley Be

Specifications28ENGINE:9.5 HP* Briggs & StrattonMake Briggs & StrattonModel Intek SnowHorsepower 9.5 @ 3600 rpmDisplacement 18.6 Cu. in (305 c

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

29Parts & AccessoriesREPLACEMENT PARTSReplacement parts are available from your authorizeddealer. Always use genuine Simplicity / Snapper Service

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

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Decals5AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH• Read the operator's manual for operating and safety instructions.• Do not defeat the safety features of

Safety Icons6WARNING: READ OPERATOR’SMANUAL.Read and understand the Operator’sManual before using this machine.DANGER: THROWN OBJECTS. This machine i

Identification Numbers7When contacting your authorized dealer for replace-ment parts, service, or information you MUST havethese numbers.Record your m

8Features, Controls, & Operation1,2..CONTROL LOCATIONSThe information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stop