Castelgarden Lawn Mower SN 622 SNOW 55 Instructions Manual

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Always adjust the shoes so that gravel and stones 
are not fed into the snow thrower. There is a risk 
for personal injury if these are thrown out at high 
speed. 
Ensure the shoes are adjusted the same on both sides.
5. Adapt the speed so that the snow is thrown in an even 
stream.
If snow fastens in the chute do not try to remove it 
before: 
- Releasing both clutch levers. 
- Stopping the engine. 
- Disconnecting the cable from the spark plug. 
- Do not put your hand inside the chute or auger. 
 Use the chute clearing tool supplied.
5.8 AFTER USE
1.  Check for loose or damaged parts. If required, change 
damaged parts.
2.  Tighten loose screws and nuts.
3.  Brush all the snow from the machine.
4.  Move all the controls backwards and forwards a few 
times.
5.  Put the choke in position   
6.  Disconnect the starting cable from the spark plug.
Do not cover the machine while the engine and 
silencer are still warm.
6 MAINTENANCE
6.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
6.2 OIL CHANGE
Change the oil the first time after 2 hours of operation, and 
subsequently every 50 hours of operation or once a season. 
Change oil when the engine is warm.
The engine oil may be very warm if it is drained off 
directly after the engine is shut off. So allow the 
engine to cool a few minutes before draining the 
oil.
1.  Lean the snow thrower slightly so that the oil draining 
plug (14 in fig. 1) is the lowest point of the engine.
2.  Unscrew the oil draining plug.
3.  Let the oil run out into a container.
4.  Screw back the oil draining plug.5.  Fill with new oil: See BEFORE STARTING above for 
type and amount. 
6.3 SPARK PLUG
Check the spark plug once a year or every hundred hours of 
use.
Clean or change the plug if the electrodes are burnt. The 
engine manufacturer recommends: LD F5TC or equivalent.
Correct spark gap: 0.7-0.8 mm.
6.4 CARBURETTOR
The carburettor is factory set. If adjustment is required, 
contact an authorised service station. 
6.5 TYRE PRESSURE
The air pressure should be equal in both tires for best 
performance. Be sure to keep caps on valves to prevent entry 
of debris into the valve stem when tires are filled. 
Recommended air pressure: 1.2 bar.
6.6 LUBRICATION
No service must be carried out before: 
- The engine has stopped. 
- The cable has been disconnected from the spark 
plug.
6.6.1 Linkages
See fig. 9. Lubricate the linkages below every 10:th hour of 
use and before long time storage. Use 10W oil.
• Lever bearings
• Drive belt tension arm
• Auger belt tension arm
6.6.2 Gearbox
No parts inside the gearbox are to be lubricated. All bearings 
and bushings are permanently lubricated and require no 
maintenance.
Lubricating these parts will only result in the grease getting 
on to the friction wheel and disc drive plate, which could 
damage the rubber clad friction wheel.
For long time storage the above-mentioned parts should be 
lightly wiped with an oily rag to prevent rust. 
7 SERVICE AND REPAIRS
No service must be carried out before: 
- The engine has stopped. 
- The starting cable has been disconnected from 
the spark plug.
If the instructions say that the machine is to be lifted 
at the front and rested on the auger housing then the petrol 
tank must be emptied.
Empty the petrol tank outdoors when the engine is 
cold. Do not smoke. Empty into a container 
designed for petrol. Service item Frequency Type
Motor oil change After 2 hours and 
then every 50:th hSAE 5W30 - 
10W40
Drive belts, check After 2 hours and 
then every year.
Linkages, lubricate 10 hour 10W oil
Tyre pressure, 
check50 hour
Spark plug check/
replace100 hour NGK BP5ES, 
Champ. N11YC, 
Denso W14EXR-
U, LD, F5TC 
						

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7.1 TROUBLE SHOOTING
7.2 ADJUSTING THE SCRAPER BLADE AND 
SHOES
The scraper blade and shoes gets worn after a long term of 
use.
Adjust the scraper blade (always together with the shoes) 
until desired distance to the ground.
The scraper blade and the shoes are reversible and can be 
used on both sides.
See “5.7”.7.3 GENERAL ABOUT DRIVE BELTS
The drive belts should be checked (and adjusted if required) 
for the first time after 2 – 4 hours use and then the middle of 
each season. They should thereafter be checked twice a year.
The belts are specially designed for this machine. They must 
be replaced by new genuine belts provided by your retailer or 
authorised service station.
When the belts are adjusted or replaced, the control wires 
must also be adjusted (see below).
7.4 REPLACING THE AUGER BELT
The auger drive belt (K) is shown in fig. 10.
1.  Disconnect the starting cable from the spark plug.
2.  Remove the belt protective cover by loosening the two 
screws. See fig. 11.
3. Loosen the six screws and dismantle the bottom plate. 
See fig 12.
4.  Remove the left wheel.
5. See fig. 13. Dismantle the spring (O) and stop screw (N)
6.  See fig. 13. Unscrew the shaft nut (P) and pull out the 
hexagonal shaft (M) to the left. Take simultaneously care 
of the bearing, its washer (Q) and the friction wheel (L).
7.  See fig. 13. Hold up the brake (R) and work off the auger 
belt.
8.  Reassemble the parts in the reverse order. NOTE! Only 
genuine GGP belts are to be used.
9. Adjust the control wire according to the instructions 
below.
7.5 REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT
The drive drive belt (J) is shown in fig. 10.
1.  Dismantle the auger belt as described above.
2.  When all parts are disassembled, work off the drive belt.
3.  Reassemble the parts in the reverse order. NOTE! Only 
genuine GGP belts are to be used.
4. Adjust the control wire according to the instructions 
below.
7.6 ADJUSTING THE CONTROL WIRES
When the belts are replaced, the control wires must also be 
adjusted (see below).
7.6.1 Adjusting auger wire
1.  Remove the spark plug protection.
2.  Remove the belt protective cover by loosening the two 
screws. See fig. 11.
3.  Press down the auger lever (7 in fig. 1) and watch the 
spring (S in fig 15). The spring shall extend about 5 mm 
when the lever is pressed down. 
4. If adjustment is required, unhook the wire at the lever. 
See fig. 2. 
5. Screw the Z-nipple in the desired direction and refit it to 
the handle.
6. Recheck the adjustment according to position 3 above 
and, if nessecary, make new adjustments.
7.  Reassemble the parts in the reverse order. Problem Possible cause Remedy
Engine fails to 
start.Engine flooded. Repeated tart 
attempts with full 
throttle choke OFF
Water in fuel or old 
fuel.Drain tank and 
refill with fresh 
fuel.
Other. Check carefylly the 
start procedure 
according to this 
manual.
Engine starts hard 
or runs poorly.Spark plug faulty. Replace the spark 
plug.
Fuel cap ventilation 
is blocked.Clear the ventila-
tion.
Auger does not 
rotate.Foreign matter 
blocking.Clean.
Shear pin broken. Replace the broken 
pin.
Auger drive belt 
slipping.Adjust the belt and 
wire.
Auger drive belt 
broken.Replace the belt.
Auger does not 
stop when the 
lever is released.Auger drive belt is 
out of adjustment.Adjust the belt.
Auger drive guide 
is out of adjust-
ment.Adjust the guide.
Snowthrower 
veers to one side.Tire pressure not 
equal.Adjust the tire pres-
sure
Only one wheel 
drives.Check the wheel 
locks.
Shoes uneven 
adjusted.Adjust scraper 
blade and shoes.
Scraper blade une-
ven adjusted.Adjust scraper 
blade and shoes. 
						

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7.6.2 Adjusting the drive cable
1. Remove the six screws and dismantle the bottom plate. 
See fig. 12.
2. Check the play between the lever arm and the stop screw. 
The play must be 1-2 mm. See fig. 14.
3. If adjustment is carried out, unhook the cable at the con-
trol. See fig. 2.
4. Screw the Z nipple in the desired direction and reinstall it 
on the control.
5. Check again according to point 2 above and if necessary 
adjust again.
6. Reassemble the bottom plate.
7.7 REPLACING THE FRICTION WHEEL
1.  Disassemble the auger belt according to instructions 
above.
2. Check that the friction wheel and disc drive plate are 
totally free from oil and grease. Replace the friction 
wheel if nessecary
3.  Reassemble all the parts in the reverse order. See also 7.4.
7.8 REPLACING THE SHEAR BOLTS 
(18 IN FIG. 1)
The auger is fastened to the shaft by special bolts that are 
designed to break if something gets stuck in the auger 
housing.
Always use genuine spare parts. Other types of 
bolts could cause serious damage to the machine.
1.  Stop the engine.
2.  Disconnect the ignition cable from the spark plug.
3.  Ensure all the rotating parts have stopped.
4.  Remove the object that has fastened in the auger.
5.  Align the holes in the shaft and auger.
6. Remove the broken bolt parts.
7. Assemble a new original shear bolt.
8 STORAGE
Never store the snow thrower with petrol in the 
tank in a confined area with bad ventilation. Petrol 
fumes could reach open flames, sparks, cigarettes 
etc.
If the snow thrower is to be stored for a longer period than 30 
days, the following measures are recommended:
1.  Empty the petrol tank.
2.  Start the engine and let it run until it stops due to lack of 
fuel.
3.  Change the engine oil if it has not been done for 3 
months.
4.  Remove the spark plug and empty a little engine oil 
(about 30ml) in the hole. Crank the engine a couple of 
times. Screw back the spark plug.
5. Clean the whole snow thrower thoroughly.
6. Lubricate all the parts as shown in LUBRICATING above.
7. Inspect the snow thrower for damage. Repair if necessary.
8. Touch up any paint damage.
9. Rust protect the metal surfaces.
10. Store the snow thrower indoors if possible. 
9 IF SOMETHING BREAKS
Authorised service workshops carry out repairs and 
guarantee service. Always use genuine spare parts.
Do you carry out simple repairs yourself? Always use 
genuine spare parts. They fit perfectly and make the work 
much easier. 
Spare parts are available at your retailer and service station.
When ordering spare parts: Specify the model, year of 
purchase, the engine model and type number.
10 PURCHASE TERMS
A full warranty is issued against manufacturing and material 
defects. The user must carefully follow the instructions given 
in the enclosed documentation.
Exceptions:
The warranty does not cover damage due to:
- Neglect by the user to acquaint themselves with 
accompanying documentation
- Carelessness 
- Incorrect and non-permitted use or assembly
- The use of non-genuine spare parts
- The use of accessories not supplied or approved by GGP
Neither does the guarantee cover:
- Wear parts such as drive belts, augers, headlights, wheels, 
shear bolts and wires
- Normal wear
- Engines. These are covered by the engine manufacturer’s 
warranties, with separate terms and conditions.
The purchaser is covered the national laws of each by each 
country. The rights to which the purchaser is entitled with the 
support of these laws are not restricted by this warranty. 
						

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