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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Adjustments • Maintenance
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• Troubleshooting
• Parts Lists • Warranty
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Two-Stage Snow Thrower-
Model 5ML
iMPORTANT READ SAFETY
RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS
CAREFULLY
BEFORE
OPERATION
Warning: This unit is equippedwith an internalcombustionengineand shouldnot be usedon or nearany unimprovedforest-covered,brushcoveredor grass-coveredland unlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith a sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor statelaws(if any). If a sparkarresteris used,it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator.In theState of Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw (Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResourcesCode). Otherstatesmay havesimilarlaws.Federallaws applyon federallands.A sparkarrester for the muffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO. Box361131Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
PRINTEDIN U.S.A.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136=0019
FORMNO.769-01309C 6/07/2005
This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower, it will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Table of Contents Customer Support .............................................. Safety Labels ...................................................... Safe Operation Practices ................................... Setting UpYour Snow Thrower .......................... Operating Your Snow Thrower ......................... Making Adjustments ........................................
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Maintaining Your Snow Thrower ...................... Off-Season Storage .......................................... Troubleshooting ................................................ illustrated Parts List ......................................... Warranty ............................................
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Back Cover
Finding and Recording Model Number BEFOREYOU STARTASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the informationto the sample model plate provided to the right. You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear of the snow thrower. This informationwill be necessary to use the manufacturer's web site and/or obtain assistancefrom the Customer Support Department or an authorizedservice dealer.
Model Number
Serial Number
MTD LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, ON 44136 330-220-4683
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800-800-7310
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If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenanceof this unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below: 1. Visit mtdproducts.com. port menu option.
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3. The engine manufacturer is responsible for all enginerelated issueswith regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer'sOwner's/Operator's Manual, packed separatelywith your unit, for more information.
2. Phone a Customer Support Representative at 1 (800) 800-7310.
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1. KEEPAWAYFROMROTATING IMPELLER ANDAUGER.CONTACT WITHIMPELLER OR AUGERCANAMPUTATE HANDSANDFEET. TOOLTOUNCLOG , USECLEAN-OUT DISCHARGE CHUTE.
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CLUTCH LEVERS, STOPENGINE, 3. DISENGAGE ANDREMAINBEHINDHANDLES UNTILALL MOVINGPARTSHAVESTOPPEDBEFORE UNCLOGGING ORSERVICINGMACHINE. ,
TOAVOIDTHROWNOBJECTS INJURIES, NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE ATBYSTANDERS. USEEXTRA CAUTION WHENOPERATING ON GRAVELSURFACES.
5. READOPERATOR'SMANUAL.
WARNING This symbol points out importantsafety instructionswhich, if not followed,could endangerthe personal safety and/or property of yourselfand others. Read and follow all instructionsin this manual beforeattemptingto operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructionsmay result in personalinjury.When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING! A chute clean-outtool is fastenedto the top of the augerhousingwith a mountingclip. Thetool is designed to cleara chuteassemblyof ice and snow. This item is fastenedwith a cabletie at the factory.Cut the cabletie beforeoperatingthe snowthrower.
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hands to clear a clogged chute ARNING: Never use your assembly. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before using the clean-out tool to clear the chute assembly.
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Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and onthe machine.
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of Californiato cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductiveharm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failureto observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Training
Preparation
1. Read,understand,andfollowall instructionson the machineandin the manual(s)beforeattemptingto assembleand operate.Keepthis manualina safe placefor futureandregularreferenceandfor orderingreplacement 2. 3.
WARNING This symbol points out importantsafety instructionswhich, if not followed,could endangerthe personal i safety and/or property I ofyourselfand others. Read and follow all instructionsin this manual beforeattemptingto operate i this machine. Failure I to comply with these instructionsmay result i in personalinjury.When you see this symbol.
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1. Thoroughlyinspectthe area wherethe equipmentis to be used. Removeall doormats,newspapers,sleds, boards, wiresand otherforeignobjects,whichcould be tripped over or thrown bythe auger/impeller. parts. 2. Alwayswearsafetyglasses or eye shieldsduringoperation Be familiarwithall controlsandtheir properoperation. andwhile performingan adjustmentor repairto protectyour Knowhowto stopthe machineanddisengagethem quickly. eyes. Thrownobjectswhich ricochetcan cause serious Neverallowchildrenunder14 yearsoldto operatethis injury to the eyes. machine.Children14 yearsold andovershouldread and understandthe operationinstructionsand safetyrulesin 3. Do not operatewithoutwearingadequatewinterouter this manualand shouldbe trainedand supervisedbya garments.Do not wearjewelry, long scarvesor other parent. loose clothing,whichcould becomeentangledin moving Neverallowadultsto operatethis machinewithoutproper parts. Wearfootwearwhich will improvefooting on slippery instruction. surfaces. Thrownobjectscan causeserious personalinjury.Plan 4. Usea groundedthree-wireextensioncordand receptacle yoursnow-throwingpatternto avoiddischargeof material forall units withelectric startengines. towardroads,bystandersandthe like. Keepbystanders,helpers,pets andchildrenat least 75 feet 5. Adjustcollectorhousingheight to cleargravel or crushed rock surfaces. fromthe machinewhileit is in operation.Stopmachineif anyoneentersthe area. 6. Disengageall control leversbeforestartingthe engine. Exercisecautionto avoidslippingor falling,especially 7. Neverattemptto makeany adjustmentswhileengineis running,exceptwherespecificallyrecommendedinthe when operatingin reverse. operator'smanual. 8, Let engine andmachineadjustto outdoortemperature beforestartingto clearsnow. 9. Toavoid personalinjury or propertydamage use extreme care inhandlinggasoline.Gasolineis extremelyflammable andthe vaporsare explosive.Serious personalinjury can occurwhen gasolineis spilledon yourself or your clothes, whichcan ignite.Washyour skinand changeclothes immediately. a. Useonly an approvedgasolinecontainer. b. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars, pipes andothersources of ignition. c. Neverfuel machineindoors. d. Neverremovegas cap or add fuel whilethe engineis hot or running. e. Allow engineto coolat leasttwo minutesbeforerefueling. f. Neveroverfill fuel tank. Filltank to no morethan Y2inch
i HEED ITS WARNING!
Your Responsibility Restrictthe use of this power machine to personswho read, _ understand
below bottomoffiller neckto providespacefor fuel expansion. g. Replacegasolinecap andtighten securely. h. If gasolineis spilled,wipe it off the engine and equipment. Movemachineto another area.Wait 5 minutes beforestartingthe engine. i. Neverstorethe machineor fuel containerinside where
ano follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
there is an openflame, sparkor pilot light (e.g.furnace, waterheater,spaceheater,clothesdryeretc.). j. Allow machineto cool at least5 minutesbeforestoring.
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Operation
Maintenance
1. Donot put hands or feet near rotatingparts, inthe auger/impellerhousingor chuteassembly.Contactwiththe rotatingparts can amputatehands andfeet. 2. The auger/impellercontrolleveris a safetydevice.Never bypassits operation.Doingso makesthe machineunsafe and may causepersonalinjury. 3. The controlleversmustoperate easilyin bothdirections and automaticallyreturnto the disengagedpositionwhen released.
& Storage
1. Nevertamper withsafetydevices.Checktheir proper operationregularly.Referto the maintenanceandadjustmentsectionsof this manual. 2. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspectingmachinedisengageall control leversandstop the engine.Wait untilthe auger/impellercometo a completestop. Disconnectthe sparkplug wire and groundagainstthe engineto prevent unintendedstarting. 3. Checkbolts and screwsfor propertightness at frequent intervalsto keepthe machinein safe workingcondition. Also,visuallyinspectmachinefor any damage. 4. Do not changethe engine governorsettingor over-speed the engine.The governorcontrols the maximumsafe operatingspeed of the engine. 5. Snowthrowershaveplatesand skidshoesare subjectto wearanddamage. For yoursafetyprotection,frequently check all componentsand replacewith originalequipment manufacturer's(OEM) parts only."Use of partswhich do not meetthe original equipmentspecificationsmaylead to improperperformanceandcompromisesafety!" 6. Checkcontrols periodicallyto verify they engageand disengageproperlyandadjust, if necessary.Referto the adjustmentsection inthis operator'smanualfor instructions. 7. Maintainor replacesafetyandinstructionlabels,as necessary. 8. Observeproper disposallaws andregulationsfor gas, oil, etc. to protectthe environment. 9. Priorto storing,run machinea few minutesto clearsnow from machineand preventfreezeup of auger/impeller. 10. Neverstorethe machineor fuel containerinside where thereis an openflame, sparkor pilot lightsuch as a water heater,furnace, clothesdryeretc. 11. Alwaysreferto the operator'smanualfor proper instructions on off-seasonstorage.
4. Neveroperate witha missingor damagedchuteassembly. Keepall safetydevicesin place andworking. 5. Neverrunan engineindoorsor in a poorlyventilatedarea. Engineexhaustcontainscarbonmonoxide,an odorlessand deadly gas. 6. Donot operate machinewhile underthe influenceof alcohol or drugs. 7. Mufflerandengine becomehot andcan causea burn.Do not touch. 8. Exerciseextremecaution when operatingon or crossing gravel surfaces.Stay alert for hidden hazardsor traffic. 9. Exercisecaution when changingdirectionandwhileoperating on slopes. 10. Plan yoursnow-throwingpatternto avoid dischargetowards windows,walls, cars etc. Thus, avoidingpossibleproperty damage or personalinjury causedby a ricochet. 11. Neverdirect dischargeat children,bystandersand pets or allow anyonein front of the machine. 12. Donot overloadmachinecapacity byattemptingto clear snow at too fast of a rate. 13. Neveroperatethis machinewithoutgoodvisibility or light. Alwaysbe sure of yourfooting and keepa firm hold on the handles.Walk, neverrun. 14. Disengagepowerto the auger/impellerwhentransportingor not in use.
Do not modify
15. Neveroperate machineat hightransport speedson slippery surfaces. Lookdownand behindand use care when
engine
Toavoid seriousinjury or death,do not modifyengine inany way.Tamperingwiththe governorsettingcan leadto a runaway engineandcauseit to operateat unsafespeeds.Nevertamper withfactorysettingof enginegovernor. Notice regarding Emissions
backingup. 16. Ifthe machineshouldstartto vibrate abnormally,stop the engine,disconnectthe sparkplug wire and groundit against the engine.Inspectthoroughlyfor damage.Repairany damage beforestartingandoperating. 17. Disengageall control leversandstop engine beforeyou leavethe operatingposition (behindthe handles).Wait untilthe auger/impellercomesto a completestop before uncloggingthe chuteassembly,makingany adjustments,or inspections. 18. Neverput yourhand in the dischargeor collectoropenings. Alwaysuse the clean-outtool providedto unclogthe discharge opening.Donot unclogchuteassemblywhileengine is running.Shut off engine and remainbehindhandlesuntil all movingparts havestoppedbefore unclogging. 19. Useonly attachmentsandaccessoriesapprovedbythe manufacturer(e.g. wheelweights,tire chains,cabs etc.). 20. If situationsoccurwhich are not coveredin this manual, use careand goodjudgment. Contactyourdealeror call (800) 800-7310for assistanceand the nameof your nearest servicing dealer..
Engineswhichare certifiedto complywithCaliforniaandfederal EPAemissionregulationsfor SORE(SmallOff RoadEquipment) arecertified to operateon regularunleadedgasoline,and may includethe followingemissioncontrolsystems:EngineModification (EM)andThreeWayCatalyst(TWO)if so equipped. Your Responsibility Restrictthe useof this powermachineto personswho read,understandand followthe warningsand instructionsin this manual andon the machine.
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Operation
WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions, which if not followed, could endangerthe personal safety and/or property of yourselfand others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failureto comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol. HEED
IT'S WARNING!
Your Responsibility Restrictthe use of this power machine to persons who read. understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manua and on the machine.
IMPORTANT:Tworeplacementaugershearpins are includedwith this manual(or stowedin the plastichandle panel).Referto Augerson page 21 for moreinformation regardingshearpin replacement. .
Observethe lowerarea of the snowthrowerto be surebothcables are alignedwith roller guidesbefore pivotinghandleupward. a. Pull up and backon upperhandleas shownin Figure1.Align upper handlewith the lowerhandle. b. Tightenhandknobs securingupperhandleto lowerhandle.
2. Removewingnutand hexscrewfrom chutecontrol assemblyand clevispin and cotter pin fromchute supportbracket.See Figure2. Positionthe chute assembly(forward-facing)overthechute base.
NOTE:Allreferences i inthismanualtothe leftor rightsideofthe snowthrowerisfrom
3. Placechuteassemblyonto chutebaseand secure chutecontrolassemblyto chutesupport bracketwith clevispin and cotterpin removedearlier.See Figure3.
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the operating position ' only. Exceptions, ifany, will be specified. iMPORTANT This unit is shipped with the engine full of oil. After assembly, refer to the Tecumseh Engines manual packed separatelywith your snow th rower for fuel and oil fill-up details. Figure 2
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4. Finishsecunngchute controlassemblyto chute support bracketwith wingnut and hexscrew removed earlier.See Figure4.
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5. Checkthat all cablesare properlyroutedthroughthe cable guideon topof the engine.See Figure5. The extensioncord is fastenedwith a cabletie to the rear of the auger housingfor shippingpurposes.Cut thecable tie and removeit beforeoperatingthe snowthrower.
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Shear
Your Snow
snow thrower, refer to AugerControl CAUTION:Priorto operating yourall Test on page13. Readand follow instructionscarefully,and perform all adjustments to verifyyour snow thrower is operating safelyand properly.
Pin Storage
Figure 4
An areafor convenientshearpin storageis locatedunder the plasticdashpanel.See Figure6.
CAUTION Prior to operating your snow thrower, refer to Auger Control Test on page 13. Read and follow all instructions carefully and perform all adjustments to verify your unit is operating afely and properly.
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Figure 6
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Drift Cutters (if Equipped) Driftcutters shouldbe usedwhenoperatingthe snow throwerinheavy drift conditions. • On modelsso equipped,drift cuttersare assembledto the augerhousinginverted.See Figure7. Removethecarriagebolts by unthreadingthe hex nuts whichsecurethem,and reinstallthe drift cutters facingforwardbeforeoperatingthe snow thrower. Referto Figure8.
Your Snow Thrower
Secureto the auger housingwith carriagebolts and hexnuts previouslyremoved.See Figure9. If yourunit isnot equippedwith drift cutters,youmay contactCustomerSupportas instructed on page 2 for information regardingpriceand availability. SnowThrowerModel DriftCutterKit: All modelsOEM-390-679
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Figure 8
Figure 9
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Chute
Clean-Out
Tool
The clean-outtool isconvenientlyfastenedto the rearof the auger housingwith a mountingclip. See Figure10. 1. Releaseboththe augercontroland the drive/auger control lock.
Chute Clean-out Tool
2. Stop theengine bymovingthe throttleto the stop position. 3. Removethe clean-outtool from the mountingclip.
Your Snow
4. Usethe shovel-shapedend of the clean-outtoolto removeany snowand ice in the chute assembly. 5. Re-fastenthe clean-outtoolto the mountingclip on the rearof the augerhousingand restartengine. 6. Whilestandingin the operator'sposition(behindthe snow thrower),engagethe auger controlfora few secondsto clearany remainingsnowor ice fromthe chute assemblybeforecontinuingto clearsnow.
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Figure 10
clean snow and icefrom the chute ARNING:Never use your hands to assembly or auger housing.
Tire Pressure
(Pneumatic
WARNING
Tires)
Neveruseyourhands to clean snow and ice from the chute
The tires are over-inflatedfor shippingpurposes.Check the tire pressurebeforeoperatingthe snowthrower.Refer to the tire sidewall for tire manufacturer'srecommended
assembly orauger
psi and deflate(or inflate)thetires as necessary.
housing, NOTE: If the tire pressureis not equal in bothtires, the unit may nottravel in a straightpathand the shaveplate may wearunevenly.
manufactureris recomi mended psL Equaltire presSure should be maintainedat all times: ExceSsivepressure When seat ng beads may Causetire!rim assembly tobuist with force sufficient to cause serious injury Refer to sidewall of tire for reCommended pressure:
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Know Your Snow Thrower f
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"_ ,ShiftLever Four-Way ChuteControlTM er Control
Operating Your Snow Th rower
Headli( Wheel Steering Control Electric
StartButton-_ Gas Oil
EngineControls RecoilStarter Handle ElectricStarter Outlet
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WARNING Read, understand,
Choke 1 Control
and follow all instruc-
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tions and warnings on the machine and
in this manual before operating. Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are .=xplosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while theengine is hotor running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
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Figure 11 Now that you have set up your snow thrower for
Choke
Control
operation, get acquainted with its controls and features. These are described below and illustrated this page. This knowledge will allow you to use your new equipment to its fullest potential.
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NOTE: Fordetailedstartinginstructionsand more informationon all enginecontrols,referto the Tecumseh Thechokecontrol isfoundon the rear of the engineand Enginesmanualpackedseparatelyand Starting The is activatedby rotatingthe knobclockwise.Activatingthe Engine on page 12 of this manual. chokecontrolclosesthe chokeplateon thecarburetor and aids in startingthe engine.
Shift
Lever
The shiftleveris locatedon the right sideof the handle panel.Placethe shift leverinto anyof eight positions to controlthe directionof traveland groundspeed.
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Forward Yoursnowthrowerhas six forward(F) speeds,with positionnumberone (1) beingthe slowestspeed.
engine.Itregulatesthe speedof the engineand will shut off the enginewhen pusheddowncompletely.
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Depressingthe primerforcesfuel directly intothe engine'scarburetorto aid in coldweatherstarting.
R1
Oil Fill
speeds, with position number one (1) being the slower speed.
Control
Thethrottlecontrolis locatedon the
Primer
Reverse Your snow thrower has two reverse (R)
Throttle
Engineoil levelcan be checkedand oil addedthroughthe oil fill.
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Auger Control squeezethe buttonon thejoy-stickand pivot the joy-stick to the rightor to the left.
AUGER CONTROL
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Tochangethe angle/distancewhich snow isthrown, pivotthejoy-stickforwardor backward.
Wheel
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Control
Controls
NOTE:Operatethe snowthrowerin openareas untilyou are familiarwith these controls.
Theauger controlislocatedon the left handle.Squeeze thecontrol grip againstthe handleto engagethe augers and start snowthrowingaction. Releaseto stop.
Drive Control/Auger
Steering
The left and rightwheelsteeringcontrolsare locatedon the undersideof the handles.Squeezethe rightcontrolto turn right; squeezethe left control to turnleft.
Lock
DRIVE CONTROL
Ignition
Key
The ignitionkeymustbe insertedand snappedin place inorder forthe engineto start. Removethe ignitionkeyto preventunauthorizeduseof equipment.Do NOTattempt to turn the key.
Clean-Out
Tool WARNING:Never use your hands to clear a clogged chuteassembly. Shut off engineand remainbehind handles until all moving partshave stopped before unclogging.
Thedrivecontrol is locatedon the right handle.Squeeze thecontrol grip againstthe handleto engagethe wheel drive. Releaseto stop. Thedrivecontrol alsolocksthe augercontrol soyou can operatethe chutedirectionalcontrolwithoutinterrupting the snowthrowingprocess.If the augercontrol isengagedsimultaneouslywith the drivecontrol,the operator can releasethe augercontrol(on the left handle)and theaugerswill remainengaged.Releasebothcontrolsto stop theaugersand wheeldrive. IMPORTANT:Alwaysreleasethe drivecontrol before changingspeeds.
Four-Way
Chute Control
The clean-outtool is mountedto the rearof the auger housingand isdesignedto cleara cloggedchute.Refer to page 9 for instructionson howto properlyuse it. NOTE: This item is fastenedwith a cabletie to the rear of the auger housingat the factory.Cut the cabletie beforeoperatingthe snowthrower.
Skid Shoes Positionthe skid shoesbasedon surfaceconditions. Adjust upwardfor hard-packedsnow.Adjustdownward whenoperatingon gravelor crushed rock surfaces. Drift Cutters (if Equipped) Driftcuttersshouldbe usedwhen operatingthe snow throwerin heavydrift conditions.
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Tire Chains
(If Equipped) Tire chainsshouldbe usedwheneverextra tractionis needed.Ifyour unitis notequippedwith tire chains, contact CustomerSupportas instructedon page2 for information regardingpriceand availability
CHUTE D|RECT|ONALCONTROL CHUTE TILT DOWH
RuT ]o. CHUTEROTATE LEFT
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RUT O.I Electric
CHUTEROTATE RIGHT
Starter
Pressingtheelectricstarterbuttonengagesthe engine's electricstarterwhenpluggedintoa 120Vpowersource.
Electric Starter CHUTETILT UP
Button
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Thechute directionalcontrolis locatedon the leftside of thedash panel.
Outlet
Requirestheuse of a three-prongoutdoorextensioncord and a 120Vpowersource/walloutlet.
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WARNING The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the snow thrower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it. Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the snow t hrower While starting engine or operating snow thrower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, lair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and snow thrower.
6. Asthe enginewarms,slowlyrotatethe chokecontrol to the OFFposition.If the enginefalters,quicklyrotate thechokecontrol back to FULLand then slowlyinto theOFF positionagain.
Gas & Oil Fill-Up Servicethe enginewith gasolineand oil as instructedin theTecumsehEnginesmanualpackedseparatelywith yoursnowthrower.Readinstructionscarefully.
WARNING
Starting The Engine 1. Attachsparkplug wireto sparkplug. Makecertain the metalloop on the end of the sparkplug wire (inside the rubberboot)is fastenedsecurelyoverthe metal tip on the spark plug.
Read, understand, and follow all instruc-
2. Makecertain boththe augercontroland drivecontrol are in thedisengaged(released)position.
tions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before
3. Movethrottlecontrolup to FASTposition.Insert ignitionkeyintoslot. Makesureitsnaps intoplace. Do notattemptto turn the key.
operating. Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. if your home's wiring system is not a three-wire grounded system, do not use this electric starter under any conditions. if your home electrical system is grounded, but a three-hole receptacle is not available, do not use your snow thrower's electric starter.
7. Whendisconnectingtheextensioncord, always unplugtheend at thethree-prongwalloutlet before unpluggingthe oppositeend from the snowthrower. Recoil Starter 1. Rotatechokecontrolto FULLchokeposition(cold enginestart). NOTE:If the engineis alreadywarm,placechokecontrol in the OFF positioninsteadof FULL.
NOTE:The enginecannotstart unlessthe key is insertedintoignitionswitch.
2. Pushthe primertwo or threetimesfor coldengine start, makingsureto covervent hole in the centerof theprimerwhenpushing.
Electric Starter 1. Determinethat yourhome'swiringis a three-wire groundedsystem.Ask a licensedelectricianif you are notcertain.
NOTE:DO NOTuse primerto restarta warm engine aftera short shutdown.
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is equipped with a grounded three-wire WARNING:The optional electricstarter powercord and plug,and is designed to operate on 120volt AC household current. It must be used with a properly grounded three-prong receptacle at all times to avoid the possibilityof electric shock. Follow all instructions carefully priorto operating the electric starter.
If youhavea groundedthree-prongreceptacle,proceed as follows: 1. Plug theextensioncord intothe outletlocatedon the engine'ssurface.Plugthe otherend of extensioncord intoa three-prong120-volt,grounded,ACoutlet in a well-ventilatedarea. 2. Rotatechokecontrol to FULLchokeposition(for a coldengine start).
NOTE:Additionalprimingmay be necessaryif the temperatureis below150Fahrenheit.
3. Graspthe recoilstarterhandleand slowlypull the ropeout. At the pointwhereit becomesslightlyharder to pull the rope,slowlyallowthe ropeto recoil. 4. Pullthe starterhandlewith a firm, rapidstroke.Do not releasethe handleand allowit to snapback.Keepa firm holdon the starterhandleand allowit to slowly recoil. .
Asthe enginewarms,slowlyrotatethe chokecontrol to the OFFposition.If the enginefalters,quicklyrotate thechokecontrol back tothe FULLpositionand then slowlyintothe OFF positionagain.
NOTE:Allowthe engineto warmup fora few minutes after starting.The enginewill notdevelopfull poweruntil it reachesoperatingtemperatures.
Stopping
NOTE: Ifthe engineis alreadywarm,placechokecontrol in the OFFpositioninsteadof FULL. 3. Pushthe primertwo or threetimesfor coldengine start, makingsureto covervent hole in thecenterof the primerwhenpushing.
The Engine
Runenginefor a few minutesbeforestoppingto help dry off any moistureon the engine. • Tohelp preventpossiblestarterfreeze-up,proceedas follows: Electric Starter (on models so equipped) 1. Connectextensioncord to the electricstarteroutlet on the engine,then to 120volt AC outlet.
NOTE: DONOT useprimerto restarta warm engine after a short shutdown.
2. Withthe engine running,pushthe starterbutton and allowthe starterfor spin for severalseconds.The noisemadebythe starteris normal.The engine's starteris not beingharmed.
4. Pushstarterbuttonto start engine. 5. Oncethe enginestarts,immediatelyreleasestarter button.
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3. Whendisconnectingtheextensioncord, always unplugthe end at the three-prongwalloutlet before unpluggingtheoppositeend from the snowthrower.
3. Releasethe augercontrol;the interlockmechanism shouldkeepthe augercontrolengageduntilthe drive control is released.
4. Movethrottlecontrolto STOPposition.
4. Releasethe drivecontrolto stop boththe augersand the wheeldrive.To stopthe auger,both leversmust be released.
5. Removethe ignitionkey (Do notturn key) to prevent unauthorizeduseof equipment. 6. Wipeall snowand moisturefrom thearea aroundthe engineas wellas the area in and aroundthe drive controland augercontrol.Also,engageand release bothcontrolsseveraltimes.
Auger Control Test Performthe followingtest beforeoperatingyoursnow throwerfor thefirst time and at the startof eachwinter. Checkthe adjustmentof the auger controlas follows: 1. Whenthe augercontrol is releasedand in the disengaged"up" _osition,thecable shouldhavevery little slack. It shouldNOTbe tight.
NOTE: Keepthe keyin a safe place.Theenginecannot startwithoutthe ignitionkey.
2. Ina well-ventilatedarea,startthe snowthrower engineas instructedon the previouspage.Make sure the throttleis set in the FASTposition.
Recoil Starter 1. With enginerunning,pull starter ropewith a rapid, continuousfull arm strokethreeor fourtimes. Pulling the starterropewill producea loud clatteringsound, which is notharmfulto engine.
The muffler, engine and surrounding areas become hot and can cause a burn; Do not touch,
3. Whilestandingin theoperator'sposition(behindthe snowthrower),engagethe auger.
2. Movethrottlecontrolto STOPposition. 3. Removethe ignitionkey (Do notturn key) to prevent unauthorizeduseof equipment.
4. Allowthe augerto remainengagedfor approximately ten (10) secondsbeforereleasingthe augercontrol. Repeatthis severaltimes.
NOTE: Keepthe keyin a safe place.Theenginecannot startwithoutthe ignitionkey.
5. With the throttlecontrolin the FAST(rabbit)position and the augercontrol in the disengaged"up"position, walk to the front of the machine.
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6. Confirmthat the auger hascompletelystopped rotatingand showsNOsigns of motion.If the auger showsANYsigns of rotating,immediatelyreturnto the operator'spositionand shut off the engine.Wait for ALL movingparts to stop beforere-adjustingthe auger control.
Wipeall snowand moisturefrom thearea aroundthe engineas wellas the area in and aroundthe drive controland augercontrol.Also,engageand release bothcontrolsseveraltimes.
To Engage Drive
7. To readjustthe controlcable, loosenthe upper hex nuton the augercable bracket.
With theengine runningneartop speed,move shift leverto oneof six FORWARDpositionsor two REVERSEpositions.Selecta speedappropriatefor the snowconditionsthat exist.
8. Positionthe bracketupwardto providemoreslack(or downwardto increasecabletension).See Figure12. 9. Retightenthe upperhex nut.
2. Squeezedrivecontrol againstthe righthandleand the snowthrowerwill move.Releaseit and the drive motionwill stop.
10.RepeatAuger ControlTestto verifyproperadjustment hasbeen achieved.
When selecting a Drive Speed, use the slower speeds until you are comfortable and familiar with the operation of the snow thrower. NEVER reposition the shift lever (change speeds or direction of travel) without first releasing the drive control and bringing the snow thrower to a complete stop. Doing so will result in prematurewear to the snowthrower's drive
3. Toturnthe unitleft or right, squeezethe respective wheelsteeringcontrol.See Figure11.
To Engage Augers 1. Toengageaugersand startsnow throwing,squeeze the left hand augercontrolagainstthe left handle. Releaseto stopaugers.
system.
2. Whiletheauger controlis engaged,squeezethe drive controlto move,releaseto stop. Donot shiftspeeds whilethe driveis engaged. NOTE:This sameleveralso locksauger controlso you canturn the chutecontrolwithoutinterruptingthe snow throwingprocess.
Figure 12
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Shift Cable If the full rangeof speeds(forwardand reverse)cannot be achieved,referto the figureto the left and adjustthe shiftcable as follows: 1. Placethe shiftleverin the fastest forwardspeed position. 2. Loosenthe hex nuton the shiftcable indexbracket. See Figure13.
Adjustments
3. Pivotthe bracketdownwardto take up slack in the cable. 4. Retightenthe hex nut. 5. Checkforcorrectadjustmentbeforeoperatingthe snowthrower.
Figure 13
Chute
Control
i tions and warnings
Oncea seasonor every 25 hoursof operation,whichever isearlier,checkwhetherthe four-waychutecontrolTM cableshaveslackened,if the chute doesnot rotate fully or itspitch cannotbe movedup or down,the chute controlcableswill haveto be adjusted. Toadjustthese cables,proceedas follows:
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1. Totightencable, loosenthe top nutand tightenthe bottomnuton thecable.
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2. Adjustequallyon both sidesby workingon both cables.See Figure14.
operating. Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
Drive Control
& Shift
Lever
Whenthedrivecontrol is releasedand in thedisengaged "up"position,the cableshouldhavevery little slack. It shouldNOTbe tight. Checktheadjustmentof the drivecontrolas follows: 1. With the drivecontrol released,pushthe snowthrower gentlyforward.The unit shouldroll freely.
i engine is running, 2except where specified in operator's _manual.
2. Engagethe drivecontrol and gentlyattemptto push the snowthrowerforward.Thewheelsshouldnot turn. Theunit shouldnot roll freely. Figure 14
3. With the drivecontrol released,movethe shift lever back and forth betweenthe R2 positionand the F6 positionseveraltimes. Thereshouldbe no resistance in theshift lever. 4. If anyof the abovetests failed, thedrivecable is in need of adjustment.Proceedas follows:
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5. Loosenthe lowerhex nut on the drivecablebracket. See Figure16. 6. Positionthe bracketupwardto providemoreslack(or downwardto increasecabletension). 7. Retightenthe lowerhexnut.
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Making Adjustments
J Figure 15
3. With the drivecontrolengaged,the frictionwheelmust contactthe drive pulley.Referto Figure23 on page 18.
IMPORTANT It is not recommended that you operate this snowthrower on gravel as loose gravelcan be easily picked up and thrown by the auger causing personal injury or damageto the snow thrower, If for some reason.
4. If adjustmentis necessary,loosenthe lowerhexnut on thedrive cableindexbracketand pivot the bracket upwardor downwardas necessary.Referto Figure15. Tightenthe lowerhexnut to securethe bracketwhen correctadjustmentis reached. 5. Reassemblethe frame coverand turnthe unitback to its operatingposition. NOTE: If you placedplasticunderthe gas cap, be certain to removeit now.
you have to operate the snow thrower on
Skid Shoes The spacebetweenthis shaveplateand the groundcan be adjusted.Forclose snow removal,placeskid shoes in the low position.Use middleor high positionwhenarea to be clearedis uneven. 1. Adjust skid shoesby looseningthefour lock nuts and carriageboltsand movingskid shoesto desired position.See Figure16. 2. Makecertainthe entirebottomsurfaceof skid shoes
gravel,keep the skid shoe in the highest position for maximum clearance between the
Figure 16
are againstthe groundto avoidunevenwearon the skid shoes. 3. Tightennuts and bolts securely.
Auger Control Toadjust the augercontrol,referto page 13.
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groundand the shave plate.
disconnect spark plug wire before ARNING:Alwaysstopengineand performing any maintenance or adjustments. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
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Shear Pin
Spacers
Bearing
Engine Referto the separate TecumsehEnginesmanualpacked with yourunit for all enginemaintenance.
Lubrication 1. Drive Mechanism: Oncea seasonor after every 25 hoursof operation,removerear framecoverand lubricateany chains,sprockets,gears, bearings,and shaftswith engine oil or lubricantspray. 2. Hex Gear Shaft: Oncea season,lubricatethe hex shaftwith a penetratingoil, butnot grease.Referto Figure23 on page18. Figure 17
3. Gear Case: The gearcase is lubricatedwith grease at the factoryand does notrequireregularlubrication. However,if disassembledfor any reason,lubricate with 2 ouncesof ShellAlvaniaTM grease(part # 737-0168).Beforereassembling,removeold sealant and applynew sealant. 4. Wheels: Once a season,removethe boltfrom eachwheeland take thewheeloff the axle.Applya multipurposeautomotivegreaseon the shaftbefore puttingback the wheels. 5. Auger Shaft: At leastoncea season,removethe shearpinson auger shaft. Spraylubricantinsideshaft, aroundthe spacers.Also lubricatethe flangebearings foundat eitherend of the shaft. See Figure17. 6. Drive/Auger Control Lock:The cam on the endsof the controlrodswhich interlockthe driveand auger controlsmustbe lubricatedat least oncea season
iMPORTANT Av0idoil spillageon bber friction wheel
or every 25 hoursof operationusinga multi-purpose automotivegrease.Thecam can be accessed beneathhandlepanel.
and aluminUmdrive plate: Do not overfill the gear case:Damage to the
Figure 18
seals c0uld resuiL I
General
Augers
Recommendations
Theaugersare securedto the spiralshaftwith two shear pinsand cotter pins.See Figure18. If you hita foreign objector icejam, the snowthroweris designedso that the pinswill shear. 1. If the augersdo notturn, checkto see if the pins have sheared.
1. Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhen performing anymaintenance.
IMPORTANT NEVER replace the auger shear pins with
2. Thewarrantyon this snowthrowerdoesnot cover itemsthat havebeen subjectedto operatorabuse or negligence.To receivefull valuefromwarranty, operatormustmaintainthesnow throweras instructedhere.
standard pinslAny damageto the auger gearbox Or0ther C0m_ p0nents,asa result of _0ing so; WiliNOT be
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3. Someadjustmentswill haveto be madeperiodically to maintainyour unitproperly. 4. Periodicallycheckall fastenersand makesurethese are tight.
covered by your snow throweCsWarrantyl _X,
7. Engine: Referto the separateTecumsehEngines manualpackedwith yourunit for all engine lubrication instructions.
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Replacethe pins ifneeded.Two replacementshear pinsand cotter pinshavebeen providedwith the snowthrower.Sprayan oil lubricantinto shaftbefore insertingnewpinsand securingwith newcotter pins. See Figure18.
Shave
"x
Plate and Skid Shoes
The shaveplateand skid shoeson the bottomof the snow throwerare subjectto wear,ChecktheseperiodicaNyand replaceas necessary, Replacing Skid Shoe 1. Removefourcarriageboltsand lock nuts whichattach two skid shoesto the snowthroweron two sides.See Figure19.
Maintaining Your Snow
2. Reassemblenewskid shoeswith the same hardware. Makecertainthe skid shoesare adjustedto be level. Replacing Shave Plate 1. After removingboth skid shoes,removefourcarriage bolts and lock nuts which attachshaveplateto the snow throwerhousing.See Figure19,
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2, Reassemblenewshaveplate,makingsure heads of the carriageboltsare to the insideof the housing. Tightensecurely,Re-instaNskid shoes,
Replacing
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Figure 19
Belts
Checkthe conditionof bothaugerbelt and drivebelt every 25 hoursof snow throweroperation.Replaceif eithershowssigns of wearand tear.Toremoveand replaceeithertheauger belt or the drivebelt, followthe steps belowand then proceedto the specificstepslisted under respectivesub-headings, 1. Removebelt coverby removingthe two self-tapping screwsthat secureit to the snowthrowerhousing.See Figure20,
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2. Drainthe gasolinefrom the snowthrower,or placea piece of plasticunderthe gascap. Carefullytip the snow throwerup and forward,so that it restson the housing.Removethe self-tappingscrewsfrom the frame coverunderneaththe snowthrowerand move the framecover away,See Figure21, Figure 20
Figure 21
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Auger Belt 1. Rollauger beltoff the pulleyas shownin Figure22. 2. a. Turnthe shoulderscrewa halfa turn and slideit out of the mountingbracket.See Figure23. b. Unhookspringto releasetensionon the auger belt. See Figure23. 3. Removeold belt and replacewith newbelt wrappingit aroundtheauger pulley.See Figure24. 4. Re-insertshoulderscrewintothe mountingbracket and tightento secure. 5. Wrapauger belt behindthe idler.Reattachthe spring to the boltwhereit was earlier secured. 6. Re-installframecoverand flipthe snow throwerback to the operatingposition. 7. Re-installaugerbelt aroundtheengine pulley, Figure 22
8. Re-installbeltcover with the self-tappingscrews removedearlier,
WARNING Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before cleaning, lubricating i o r doing " any kind of maintenance on your _ machine.
Figure 23
Figure 24
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Drive Belt 1. a. Graspthe idlerpulleyand pivotit towardthe right. See Figure25. Inserta screwdriverthroughaligningholesin boththe idlerbracketand the engine. This will releasetensionon drivebelt. b. Rollthe augerbelt off the enginepulley. c. Lift the drivebeltoff enginepulley.See Figure25. 2. Slip the drive beltoff the pulleyand betweenfriction wheeland frictionwheeldisc. See Figure26.
Maintaining Your Snow
3. Replacewith newbelt, first slidingitthroughthe crank shaft, thenworkingitaround thegrooveof the drive pulleyand finally wrappingitaroundthe enginepulley from wherethe old belt was removed.Oncethe belt is firmly placedon the pulleys,makesureto removethe screwdriverfromthe idler. .
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Re-installauger belton theengine pulley.
5. Re-attachframecoveron the snowthrowerhousing and putthe equipmentback to operatingposition. Re-attachbeltcover with two self-tappingscrews removedearlier.
Friction
Wheel
Figure 25
Rubber
NOTE:Severalcomponentsmustbe removedand special toolsare requiredin orderto replacethis snow thrower'sfrictionwheelrubber.Seean authorizedMTD Service Dealerif yourfrictionwheel rubberneedsto be replacedor phoneCustomerSupportas instructed on page2 for information on orderinga MTDService Manual.
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Also, referto the DriveControl adjustmentinthe "MakingAdjustments"sectionof this manualto adjust for wear on thefriction wheelrubber.
Figure 26
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If the snowthrowerwill not be usedfor30 daysor longer, or if it is the end of the snow seasonwhenthe last possibilityof snow is gone,the equipmentneedsto be stored properly.Followstorageinstructionsbelowto ensuretop performancefrom the snowthrowerfor many moreyears.
Preparing
Engine
1. Removeall gasolinefrom thecarburetorand the fuel tank to preventgumdepositsfromformingon these partsand harmingtheengine. 2. Runthe engineuntilthe fuel tank is emptyand it stops due to lack of fuel.
3. Draincarburetorbypressingupwardon bowldrain, locatedbelowthe carburetorcover(referto the Tecumsehenginemanualfor moredetailedinstruction).
WARNING: Never store snow thrower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or gas appliance.
WARNING Never store snow thrower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or gas appliance. Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors, away from any open flame. Be certain engine is cool. Do not smoke. Fuel left in engine during warmweather deteriorates and will cause serious
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NOTE:It is importantto preventgum depositsfrom forming in essentialfuelsystempartsof the engine suchas the carburetor,fuel filter,fuel hoseor tank duringstorage. CAUTION:Alcoholblendedfuels (calledgasoholor using ethanolor methanol)canattract moisturewhich leadsto separationand formationof acids duringstorage.Acidic gas can damagethe fuel systemof an enginewhile in storage. To avoidengineproblems,the fuel systemshouldbe emptied beforestoragefor 30 days or longer.Follow these instructionsto prepareyour snowthrowerfor storage:
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proved container outdoors, ARNING" Drain fuel into anaway apfrom any open flame. Be certain engine is cool. Do not smoke. Fuel left in engine during warm weather deteriorates and will
tor if using fuel stabilizer. Never ARNING: Do not drain carbureuse engine or carburetor cleaning products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
NOTE:Fuelstabilizer(suchas STA-BIL)is an acceptable alternativein minimizingtheformationof fuel gum depositsduringstorage.Add stabilizerto gasolinein fuel tank or storagecontainer.Alwaysfollow mix ratiofoundon stabilizercontainer.Runengineat least 10minutesafter adding stabilizerto allow it to reachthe carburetor.Do not drain carburetorif usingfuel stabilizer. .
Removethe spark plugand pourone (1) ounceof engine oil throughthe sparkplug hole intothe cylinder. Coversparkplug hole with a rag and crank theengine severaltimesto distributethe oil. Replacesparkplug.
NOTE:Referto the Tecumsehenginemanualfor more informationon preparingthe snow throwerenginefor storage.
Preparing
Snow Thrower
Whenstoringthe snow throwerin an unventilatedor metalstorageshed,care shouldbe takento rustproof the equipment.Usinga lightoil or silicone,coatthe equipment,especiallyanychains,springs,bearings and cables.
cause serious starting problems.
2. Removeall dirt from exteriorof engine and equipment. 3. Followlubricationrecommendationson page 12. 4. Storeequipmentin a clean,dry area.
starting problems. Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. Never use engine or carburetor cleaning products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. 2O
Problem
Cause
Egn nefa sto sta rt
1: Chokenot nONposton
Remedy .
2, Sparkplugwiredisconnected•
21 Connectwireto Sparkplug,
3: Fueitank emptyor stale fue!,
&Fill
Enginenot pi medl
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Engine
overheats
tank with €leanlfreShgasoiine:
,Primeengineas inStructedin OpeiatingYoui snow ThiOwe[! 5 C ean adjust gap or repace
5, Fauty Sark P P ug, 6 BoCke u e df e!n,
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7. Safety key notin ignitionon engine!
Engineruns erratic
1: Move choketo ON post on
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7: !nse[t keyfully int0the switch.
1. Unit runningon CHOKE.
1. Movechokeleverto OFF position.
2. Blockedfuel lineor stale fuel.
2. Cleanfuel line;fill tankwith clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Wateror dirt in fuel system.
3. Drainfuel tank. Refillwith fresh fuel.
4. Carburetoroutof adjustment.
4. Contact MTDServiceCenter.
1 carburetor notadjustedproperly,
Trouble:
li Contact MTD serViCeCenter:
NOTE:This section addresses minor serviCe issues:For further details, Contact aMTD authorized service center or call 1(800) 800-7310for
Excessive Vibration
Unit fails to propel itself
Unit fails to d schame snow
assistance Stop engineimmediately and disconnectsparkplug wire.Tighten all bolts and nuts.If vibration continues,haveunit servicedby a MTDServiceCenter.
1. Looseparts or damagedauger.
1. Drivecontrol cablein needof adjust-
1. Adjust drivecontrolcable. Referto
merit. 2. Drive beltlooseor damaged.
"MakingAdjustments". 2. Replacedrivebelt.
1. Chuteassemby clogged
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2. Foreignobject lodgedin auger•
3 Augercontro cab e n need of adjustment • 4 Augerbet ooseor damaged • " I 5 Shearp n(s) sheared
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1. Stop engineimmediatelyand disconnectsparkplugwire•Clean chute assemblyand insideof auge_ housingwith clean-outtool or a stick 2. Stop engineimmediatelyand disconnectspark plug wire• Removeobjectfrom augerwith clean-outtool or a stick• 3 R_^_ .....L_,_uu_^ .... L,_,,uu" ..... _le_L'r ..... u, page 11. 4. Referto Maintenancesection 5. Replacewith newshearpin(s)•
Model 51VlL
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1.
731-2643
Clean-OutTool
29. 741-0662
FlangeBearing
2.
712-04065
FlangeLockNut
30. 718-04071
ThrustCollar
3.
756-0981A
Flat ldler Pulley
31. 741-0663
FlangeBearing
4.
710-0347
Hex Bolt,3/8-16x 1.75
32. 710-0642
TT Screw,1/4-20x 0.75
5.
790-00080
Augerldler Bracket
33. 790-00087A BearingHousing
6.
736-0174
WaveWasher
34. 721-0325
Plug
7.
738-0281
ShoulderScrew
35. 736-3084
FiatWasher
8.
790-00181t BladeGuide
36. 715-04021
DowelPin
9.
738-0143
ShoulderScrew
37. 684-04108
SpiralAssembly-RH
10. 790-00075
BearingHousing
38. 618-0123
ReducerHsg.-RH(Incl Ref.44-45)
11. 726-04012
PushNut
39. 717-0528A
WormGear,20T
12. 712-04063
FlangeLockNut,5/16-18
40. 725-0157
CableTie
13. 741-0309
Ball Bearing
41. 738-04124A ShearPin
14. 732-0611
ExtensionSpring
42. 714-0161
Key
15. 710-0604A
AB Screw,5/16-18x0.625
43. 736-0351
FiatWasher
16. 731-04705
ChuteAdapter
44. 721-0179
Oil Seal
17. 710-0703
CarriageScrew,1/4-20x 0.75
45. 741-0661A
FlangeBearing
18. 731-2635
Clean-outToolMtg. Bracket
46. 618-0124
ReducerHsg.-LH(Incl Ref.44-45)
19. 684-04073
AugerHousingAssembly:28"
47. 711-04283
AugerAxle
20. 712-04064
FlangeLockNut, 1/4-20
48. 684-04107
SpiralAssembly-LH
21. 736-0463
Fiat Washer
49. 714-04040
BowTie Cotter Pin
22. 618-04173
GearboxAssemblyComplete
50. 731-04870
Spacer
23. 790-00091
Slide Shoe
51. 741-0493A
FlangeBushing
24. 710-0451
CarriageBolt
52. 736-0188
FiatWasher
25. 790-00118
ShavePlate
53. 741-0245
Hex FlangeBearing
26. 684-04057
ImpellerAssembly
54. 736-0242
BellWasher
27. 717-04126
WormShaft
55. 629-0071
ExtensionCord
28. 721-0327
Oil Seal
56. 746-04230 t If Equipped
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Auger ClutchCable
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1.
684-04109A HandleEngagementAssemblyRH
34. 790-00131 JoystickBracket
2.
738-04194
35. 710-04187
3.
731-04894A Lock Plate
4.
711-04287
5.
735-0199A RubberBumper
37. 749-04142
UpperHandleLH
6.
710-04354
38. 710-04326
Screw,#8-16x0.50
7.
731-04896A ClutchLock Cam
39. 732-04219
ClutchLock Spring
8.
712-04081A ShoulderNut,1/4-20
40. 731-04954
SteeringControl
9.
725-04214
41. 738-04126
Pin,3/16
42. 716-04036
E Ring
43. 731-04785
HandleClutchLock- LH
FlangeShoulderScrew
36. 684-04116A 4-WayChute ControlTM Assembly (IncludesRef.#57)
Pivot Rod
Screw,1/4-20x.375
WireHarness(Not Shown)
10. 725-1649
LightSocket
11. 720-0274
HandleGrip
12. 710-1233
Screw,#10-24x 0.375
13. 738-04122
ShoulderScrew,1/4-20x 1.345
14. 710-1026
Screw,1/4-20x 1.750
Hi-LoScrew,1/4-15x 0.5
44. 684-04110A HandleEngagementAssemblyLH 45. 784-5594
CableBracket
46. 720-0284
HandleKnobAssembly
47. 736-0451
SaddleWasher FlangeLock Nut,5/16-18
15. 749-04141
UpperHandleRH
16. 710-0449
CarriageScrew,5/16-18x 2.25
48. 712-04063
17. 720-04046
Shift Knob
49. 731-1313C ChuteTilt CableGuide
18. 631-04183
HandlePanel(IncludesRef.#19)
50. 712-0161
19. 731-05320
Lens
51. 711-04469A ClevisPin
20. 725-04213
Lamp
To orderreplacement parts, contact 1,,800-800,7310,
Hex LockNut, #10-24
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52. 710-1260A AB Screw,5/16-18x 0.75
21. 731-04784A HandleClutchLock- RH
53. 749-04138
LowerHandle
22. 725-0157
CableTie
54. 726-0470
CableTie
23. 712-04064
FlangeLock Nut,1/4-20
55. 732-04238 TorsionSpring
24. 732-0193
CompressionSpring
25. 790-00203
Shift Lever
57. 731-04890A JoystickPulleyCover
26. 790-00140
PanelBracket
58. 710-0262
CarriageBolt,5/16-18x 1.50
27. 738-04125
ShoulderScrew
59. 710-0895
Hi-LoScrew,1/4-15x .75
28. 746-0605
CableBarrelHolder
60. 710-04071
CarriageBolt,5/16-18x 1.0
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56. 736-0262
FiatWasher
61. 731-04861A LowerChute
29. 746-04227
SpeedSelectorCable
30. 736-0463
Fiat Washer,.25x .630x .0515
62. 710-0627
HexScrew,5/16-24x.750
31. 710-0224
Screw,#10-16x.500
63. 684-04162
ChuteSupportBracket
32. 710-0606
Hex Screw,1/4-20x 1.50
64. 712-3087
Wing Nut, 1/4-20
65. 714-04040
BowTie CotterPin
33. 731-04427A UpperChute
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710-1652
AB Screw,1/4-20x 0.625
39. 738-04184
ShoulderScrew
2.
731-05353
BeltCover
40. 790-00226
FrameCover
3.
732-0705
CableGuide
41. 656-04025
FrictionWheelDiscAssembly
4.
711-1268B ActuatorShaft
42. 618-04283
DriveShaft Assembly
5.
746-04229
DriveClutchCable
43. 684-04159
FrictionWheelAssembly
6.
732-0209
ExtensionSpring
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FrictionWheelRubberOnly
7.
790-00207
DriveClutchCableGuide Bracket
44. 716-0136
RetainerRing
8.
684-04156
Shift RodAssembly
45. 726-0221
SpeedNut
9.
750-04474
Axle SupportTube
46. 790-00183
WheelDriveFrame
10. 714-0126
Hi Pro Key
47. 756-04109
AugerPulley
11. 710-0602
TT Screw,5/16-18x 1.00
48. 736-0505
Fiat Washer
12. 717-04210
Gear,56T
49. 710-1245B
Hex Bolt,5/16-24x 0.875
13. 736-0362
FiatWasher
50. 736-0119
LockWasher
14. 741-0245
HexFlangeBearing
51. 790-00230
BearingSleeve
15. 790-00206
AugerClutchCableGuide Bracket
52. 741-0919
Ball Bearing
16. 756-0625
CableRoller
53. 750-04571
Spacer
17. 738-0924
C Screw,1/4-28x 0.375
54. 732-04308A TorsionSpring
18. 618-04288
DoggAssembly-LH
55. 710-0672
Hex Screw,5/16-24x 1.25
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DoggAssembly-RH
56. 756-04179
PulleyHalf
19. 726-04012
Push-onNut
57. 754-04088
V-Belt,2Lx33
20. 750-04477
Spacer
58. 710-0809
TT Screw,1/4-20x 1.25
21. 790-00156
Shift BracketSpacer
59. 790-00208
DriveClutchIdler Bracket
22. 732-04311
TorsionSpring,.7501Dx .968Lg.
60. 748-04112
ShoulderSpacer
23. 731-05297
Spacer
61. 732-0264
ExtensionSpring
24. 716-0104
E Ring
62. 712-0413
Jam Lock Nut,5/8-18
25. 736-0188
FiatWasher,.76x 1.49x .06
63. 750-04303
Spacer
26. 736-0626
FiatWasher
64. 756-04113
PulleyHalf
27. 741-04076
Ball Bearing
65. 736-0247
Fiat Washer
28. 738-04180
Axle
66. 710-0191
Hex Bolt,3/8-24 x 1.25
29. 731-04873
Spacer
618-04287
735-04054
67. 748-04053
PulleyAdapter
30. 710-0654A TTSemsScrew, 3/8-16x 1.0
68. 746-0956A
SteeringCable
31. 710-0788
TT Screw,1/4-20x 1.0
69. 790-00186
Shaft Retainer- RH
32. 790-00185
Shaft Retainer- LH
70. 750-0767
AxleSpacer
33. 634-04141
WheelComplete
71. 712-04065
FlangeLock Nut,3/8-16
34. 736-0242
BellWasher
72. 754-04050
V-Belt,.500x35.00 Lg
35. 710-0627
HexBolt, 5/16-24x 0.75
73. 710-0751
HexScrew,1/4-20x.620
36. 684-04154
FrictionWheelSupportBrkt.Assy.
74. 790-00217
SpeedSelectorPivotBracket
37. 790-00096
AugerCableGuide Bracket
75. 790-00218
SpeedSelectorShift Bracket
38. 748-0190
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723-0608
To order replacement parts, contact 1-800-800,7310, www,mtdproducts,corn:
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MANUFACTURER'S
LiMiTED WARRANTY
FOR
The limitedwarrantyset forth belowisgivenby MTDLLCwith respectto newmerchandisepurchasedand usedin the UnitedStates,its possessionsand territories.
e. MTDdoes notextendany warrantyfor productssoldor exported outsideof the UnitedStates,its possessionsand territories,except those soldthroughMTD'sauthorizedchannelsof exportdistribution.
"MTD"warrantsthis productagainstdefectsin materialand workmanship for a periodof two (2) yearscommencingon the dateof originalpurchase and will, at its option,repairor replace,free of charge,anypart foundto be defectivein materialsor workmanship.This limitedwarrantyshallonly applyif this producthas beenoperatedand maintainedin accordance with the Operator'sManualfurnishedwith the product,and has not been subjectto misuse,abuse,commercialuse, neglect,accident,improper maintenance,alteration,vandalism,theft, fire,water,or damagebecause of otherperil or naturaldisaster.Damageresultingfrom the installationor useof any part, accessoryor attachmentnotapprovedby MTDfor use with the product(s)coveredbythis manualwill voidyourwarrantyas to any resultingdamage. Normalwearparts are warrantedto be free fromdefects in materialand workmanshipfor a periodof thirty (30) days fromthe dateof purchase. Normalwearparts include,butare notlimitedto itemssuch as: batteries, belts,blades,bladeadapters,grass bags, riderdeck wheels,seats, snow throwerskid shoes,shaveplates,augerspiralrubberand tires. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019,or call 1-800-800-7310 or 1-330-220-4683 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdproducts.com. This limitedwarrantydoesnot providecoveragein the followingcases: a. Theengineor componentparts thereof.These itemsmaycarry a separatemanufacturer'swarranty.Referto applicablemanufacturer's warrantyfor termsand conditions.
f. Replacementpartsthat are not genuineMTDparts.
b. Log splitterpumps,valves,and cylindershavea separateone year warranty. c. Routinemaintenanceitemssuch as lubricants,filters, blade sharpening,tune-ups,brakeadjustments,clutchadjustments,deck adjustments,and normaldeteriorationof the exteriorfinish due to use or exposure.
g. Transportationchargesand servicecalls. No impliedwarranty,includingany impliedwarranty of merchantability of fitness for a particularpurpose,applies after the applicable periodof express written warranty above as to the partsas identified. No other express warranty, whether written or oral, except as mentionedabove, givenby any personor entity,includinga dealer or retailer,with respect to any product,shallbind MTD. Duringthe periodof the warranty, the exclusive remedyis repairor replacement of the productas set forth above. The provisionsas set forth in this warranty providethe sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTDshall not be liable for incidentalor consequential loss or damage including,without limitation, expenses incurredfor substitute or replacementlawn care services or for rentalexpenses to temporarily replacea warranted product. Somestatesdo not allowtheexclusionor limitationof incidentalor consequentialdamages,or limitationson howlong an impliedwarranty lasts, so the aboveexclusionsor limitationsmay notapplyto you. In no eventshall recoveryof any kind be greaterthan theamountof the purchasepriceof the productsold. Alterationof safetyfeatures of the productshall void this warranty. Youassumethe risk and liability for loss, damage,or injuryto youand your propertyand/orto others and their propertyarisingout of the misuseor inabilityto use theproduct. This limitedwarrantyshall notextendto anyoneotherthanthe original purchaseror to the personfor whom itwas purchasedas a gift. HOW STATELAWRELATESTO THISWARRANTY: This limitedwarrantygives youspecificlegal rights,and you mayalso haveother rights which vary from stateto state. IMPORTANT: OwnermustpresentOriginalProofof Purchaseto obtain warrantycoverage.
d. Servicecompletedby someoneotherthanan authorizedservice dealer.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,
OHIO 44136-0019;
Phone: 1-800-800-7310,
1-330-220-4683
