Review of the Champion st556 petrol self-propelled snow blower: advantages and disadvantages, cost, customer opinions

Snow removal won't take much time if you have a functional machine at hand.

When choosing a snow blower, you should pay attention to the Champion ST556 model.

Read the article about who its manufacturer is, what its advantages and disadvantages are, how to use it and where to purchase it.

What model of Champion snowblower is it?

The Champion ST556 snow blower is designed for cleaning medium-sized areas. Equipment:

• petrol engine G160 SHK;
• wheels with 12-inch tires;
• chute with lever drive;
• auger, skids and auger box;
• lever for shifting gears, turning on the drive, rotating the auger and adjusting the rotation of the chute;
• shovel for cleaning the gutter.

Champion has been producing snow blowers since 2005. All equipment is assembled in modern factories located in China. In this case, components are supplied from European countries. Therefore, all models of this manufacturer are reliable and durable.

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages Champion ST556 Snow Blower models:

1. Gasoline 4-stroke air-cooled engine that handles large volumes of snow with ease.
2. Power 5.5 l. With. These values ​​are enough to clean an area of ​​500-600 square meters. m.
3. Possibility of using AI-92 gasoline.
4. Large wheels that make the vehicle passable even in areas with difficult terrain.
5. A wide bucket for capturing snow of 56 cm. It is convenient for them to work not only in open areas, but also on small paths and sidewalks.
6. Durable and reliable metal screw.
7. Possibility of turning the gutter 90 degrees in different directions.

Disadvantages of technology:

1. Lack of a headlight, without which it is difficult to work in the evening.
2. A gasoline engine, which, despite its advantages, requires refueling and oil changes.
3. Manual starting of the starter, which can create some inconvenience.

Assembly

Before you begin assembling the machine, you must read the instructions and check the presence of all elements. The original packaging should contain not only the main parts, but also bolts and nuts for fastening them.

Assembly order Champion ST556 snow blower is as follows:

• install levers with cables on the frame and tighten them with nuts;
• a chute is mounted on the auger casing, fixed with bolts through gaskets, which should be laid with the protrusions upward;
• The lower part of the chute rotation lever is installed in the bracket, and it is adjusted until tight adhesion with the gear sector is achieved;
• install the chute rotation lever into the working handle, connect its upper part, fixing them with a bolt and nut.

Preparing for launch

Before putting the machine into operation, it must be prepared. Main stages:

1. Refueling the engine with gasoline. This must be done with the engine turned off.

   To avoid inhaling harmful fumes, the procedure is carried out indoors with good ventilation or outdoors.

   The tank is not completely filled; there should be approximately 25 mm of free space left to the neck.After refueling, screw the cap tightly.

2. Filling the engine with oil. It is not filled at the factory. Place the equipment on a flat surface and remove the cover covering the hole. Pour oil into it and measure the level using a dipstick. It should match the top mark. Close the neck and start the engine for 30 seconds, after which the oil level is measured again. If necessary, it is topped up.
3. If the equipment is not used for the first time, then the oil level is checked before each start.
4. Adjust the position of the screws. The casing is raised and lowered using levers located on its outer side. If you have to clear snow on a hard surface (sidewalks and paths), then it is pressed closer to the ground, for this purpose the skids are lifted up. When passing through rocky and uneven areas, the casing, on the contrary, is raised, lowering the skids.
5. Check tire pressure. It should be 1.4 kg/cm2.

After completing all the preparatory activities, you can begin to work.

How to launch and use?

Launch of the Champion ST556 snow blower performed after checking the fuel level according to the following algorithm:

• move the fuel valve lever to the right until it stops to open the fuel valve;
• close the air damper if the engine is cool at the time of starting;
• move the gas lever 1/3 of the way towards the hare designation (maximum speed);
• press the fuel primer three times (if the engine is cold);
• turn the switch to the “On” position;
• turn the engine crankshaft using a manual starter, when resistance appears, slowly lower its handle down, then pull it again as soon as the starter engages with the flywheel, sharply pull its handle and start the engine, when it starts, return the handle to its original position;
• after the engine has warmed up, open the air damper - on average, the whole process takes about a minute.

Rules for operating the equipment:

1. Before you start clearing snow, you need to check the drives and levers. If necessary, change the tension of the cables.
2. The direction of snow ejection is adjusted manually, as well as the angle of inclination of the gutter visor.
3. Speed ​​​​gears are changed only when the snow blower is stopped.
4. If the snow is heavy, wet or dense, you should not use the entire width of the auger to grab it.
5. When moving forward or backward, do not pull the machine in the opposite direction. This will damage the drive.
6. After completing cleaning, you do not need to immediately turn off the engine. The gear shift lever is moved to the neutral position and the engine is allowed to run for another 5 minutes, only after that it is turned off by moving the switch to the “Off” position.
7. Be sure to close the fuel valve to prevent gasoline from entering the carburetor.

Maintenance and storage

To ensure that the Champion ST556 snow blower does not require repair for as long as possible, It is necessary to comply with the manufacturer's requirements for its operation and storage:

• after each working session, the impeller, auger and chute are cleared of snow;
• Equipment should be stored in a place protected from dust and precipitation; temperature changes also negatively affect the service life of the device;
• every 300 hours of operation it is necessary to service the fuel tank; to do this, the remaining gasoline and condensate are drained from it, and then washed;
• Before long-term storage, drain the fuel from the tank, if necessary, change the engine oil, also turn out the spark plug and pour about 1 teaspoon of oil inside so that it disperses, turn the shaft several times;
• to protect the internal parts of the engine from corrosion, you need to close the valves - to do this, turn the starter handle until resistance appears;
• Lubricate the worm gear of the rotary drive with oil.

Where can I buy?

You can purchase a Champion ST556 snow blower through a dealer network operated by the manufacturer. There are stores selling equipment in many cities of Russia.

If you couldn’t find the right model, you can always place an order online for home delivery. It is best to make a purchase on large online platforms, for example, on Yandex Market.

Price

The Champion ST556 snow blower is a budget model, so it is affordable for purchase by most people who need such equipment. The cost may vary depending on the markup made by the seller.

The average price range is 41,000 – 42,000 rubles.

Owner reviews

Consumers who use the Champion ST556 model are satisfied with their choice. They note that the equipment starts easily even in the cold, and also copes well with its main task - removing snow.

People who have been using the device for more than 7 years indicate that it does not require complex repairs. Most owners of this model are satisfied with its price.

The disadvantages include the inconvenient location of the auger shutdown lever and slow gear shifting.

Alternatives

In addition to the Champion ST556 snow blower model, You can pay attention to equipment from the following manufacturers:

• PATRIOT PS 603;
• Huter SGC 4000;
• Hyundai S 5556 and others.

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Conclusion

The Champion ST556 snow blower is an inexpensive and reliable model that will facilitate the work of clearing the area in the winter. The equipment is distinguished by its simple design, high maintainability and long service life.