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Safety ,, Set-Up ,,Operation ,,Adjustments ,, Maintenance ,,Troubleshooting ,, Parts Lists ,,Warranty
OF AOA AL
ingle-Sta!e now Thrower
Model 230, $230
Model 240, S240
Model 250, S250
Model 260, S260
Model 261, S261
iMPORTANT
READ SAFETY RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
Warning: Thisunit is equippedwithaninternalcombustionengineandshouldnot beusedon or nearany unimprovedforest-covered,brush-
coveredor grass-coveredlandunlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwitha sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor statelaws(if any).
If a sparkarresteris used,it shouldbemaintainedineffectiveworkingorderby the operator.In theStateof Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw
(Section4442of the CaliforniaPublicResourcesCode).Otherstatesmayhavesimilarlaws.Federallawsapplyonfederallands.A sparkarrester
for the muffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO.Box361131Cleveland,
Ohio44136-0019.
PRINTEDIN U.S.A. For USCustomers: MTDLLC,P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHiO44136-0019 FORMNO.769-00805C
For CanadianCustomers:MTDProducts Ltd., P.O.BOX1386,KiTCHENER,ONTARION2G4J1 05/17/06
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
Safety Labels ...................................................... 3
Safe Operation Practices ................................... 4
Set Up & Adjustment .......................................... 6
Know Your Snow Thrower .................................. 7
Operation ............................................................. 8
Contents
Adjustments & Maintenance ........................... 10
Off-Season Storage .......................................... 12
Trouble Shooting .............................................. 13
illustrated Parts Lists ....................................... 14
Warranty ............................................................ 18
Finding and Recording Model Number
BEFOREYOU STARTASSEMBLING
YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,
please locatethe model plate on the equipmentand copy the
the model number andthe serial number to the sample model
plate provided to the right. You can locatethe model plate by
standing at the operating position and looking down at the
frame.
Model Number Serial Number
Num#ro de module Num#ro de s#rier
XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXX
MTD LLC
CLEVELAND, OH 44136
MTD PRODUCTSLIMITED
KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1
USA-www.mtdproducts.com 1-800=800-7310
CAN=www.mtdcanada.com 1=800=668=1238
Customer Support
Please do NOTreturn the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased,
without first contacting Customer Support.
Ifyou havedifficulty assembling this product or haveany questionsregardingthe controls, operationor maintenanceof this unit,
you can seek helpfrom the experts. Choose from the options below:
1.Visit www.mtdcanada.cafor many useful suggestions, click on Customer Support button.
2. Call a CustomerSupport Representative:For US Customers: 1-330-220-4MTD (4683)or 1-800-800-7310
For Canadian Customers" 1-800-668-1238
3. The engine manufactureris responsiblefor all enigne-relatedissues with regardsto performance, power-rating,specifica-
tions, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer'sOwner's/Operator'sManual, packedseparately with
your unit,for more information.
Please haveyour unit's model number and serial number ready when you call. See previoussection to locate this information.
Youwill be asked to enterthe serial number in order to processyour call.
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• NEVERPUT HANDiN CHUTE.CAN
AMPUTATEHANDSANDFINGERS.
STOPENGINEANDAUGERBEFOREUSING
CLEAN-OUTTOOLORSTICK.
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WARNING
This symbolpoints
out importantsafety
instructionswhich, if
not followed,could
endangerthe personal
safetyand/or property
of yourselfand others.
Readand followall
instructionsinthis
manualbeforeat-
temptingto operate
this machine.Failure
to complywith these
instructionsmay result
in personalinjury.When
you see this symbol.
HEED ITS WARNING!
Your Responsibility
Restrictthe use
of this power machine
to persons who read,
understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
in this manual
and onthe machine.
WARNING
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out importantsafety
instructionswhich, if not
followed,could endanger
the personalsafetyand/
i or propertyof yourself
andothers. Readand
followall instructions
inthis manualbefore
attemptingto operate
this machine.Failure
to complywiththese
instructionsmay result
in personalinjury.When
you see this symbol.
i HEED iTS WARNING!
Your Responsibility
i Restrictthe use of
this power machine
i to personswho read,
understand andfollow
the warnings and
instructionsin this
manualand on
the machine.
WARNING: Engine Exhaust,some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle compo-
nentscontain or emit chemicals knownto Stateof Californiato cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductiveharm.
DANGER: This machinewas built to be operatedaccording to the rulesfor safe operationin 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 andfeet andthrowing objects.
Failureto observe the followingsafety instructionscould result inserious injuryor death.
Training
1. Read,understand,andfollowall instructionsonthe 1.
machineandin themanual(s)beforeattemptingto
assembleand operate.Keepthis manualina safe place
forfutureand regularreferenceandfor ordering
replacementparts. 2.
2. Befamiliarwithall controlsandtheir properoperation.
Knowhowto stopthe machineanddisengagethem quickly.
3. Neverallowchildrenunder14yearsoldto operatethis
machine.Children14yearsold andovershouldread
andunderstandtheoperationinstructionsandsafety 3.
rulesin thismanualand shouldbetrainedand supervised
bya parent.
4. Neverallowadultsto operatethis machinewithout
properinstruction.
5. Thrownobjectscan causeserious personalinjury.Plan 4.
yoursnow-throwingpatternto avoiddischargeof material
towardroads,bystandersandthe like.
6. Keepbystanders,helpers,petsandchildrenat least 75feet 5.
fromthe machinewhileit is in operation.Stopmachineif
anyoneentersthe area. 6.
7. Exercisecautionto avoidslippingor falling,especially 7.
whenoperatingin reverse.
8,
9.
Preparation
Thoroughlyinspectthe areawherethe equipmentisto be
used. Removeall doormats,newspapers,sleds,boards,
wiresand otherforeignobjects,whichcouldbetripped over
orthrownbythe auger/impeller.
Alwayswearsafetyglassesor eyeshieldsduringoperation
andwhile performinganadjustmentorrepairto protectyour
eyes.Thrownobjectswhich ricochetcancause serious
injuryto the eyes.
Do notoperatewithoutwearingadequatewinterouter
garments.Do notwearjewelry,longscarvesorother
looseclothing,whichcould becomeentangledin moving
parts.Wearfootwearwhich willimprovefootingon
slipperysurfaces.
Usea groundedthree-wireextensioncordand receptacle
forall units withelectric startengines.
Adjustcollectorhousingheight to cleargravel orcrushed
rocksurfaces.
Disengageallcontrolleversbeforestartingthe engine.
Neverattemptto makeanyadjustmentswhileengineis
running,exceptwherespecificallyrecommendedinthe
operator'smanual.
Letengine andmachineadjustto outdoortemperature
beforestartingto clearsnow.
Toavoidpersonalinjuryor propertydamageuse
extremecare in handlinggasoline.Gasolineisextremely
flammableand thevaporsare explosive.Seriouspersonal
injurycan occur whengasolineis spilledon yourselfor
yourclothes,which canignite.Washyourskin andchange
clothesimmediately.
a. Useonly an approvedgasolinecontainer.
b. Extinguishallcigarettes,cigars, pipesandothersources
of ignition.
c. Neverfuel machineindoors.
d. Neverremovegas cap oradd fuel whilethe engineis
hotor running.
e. Allowengineto coolat leasttwo minutesbefore
refueling.
f. Neveroverfill fuel tank. Filltankto no morethan
Y2inch below bottomoffiller neckto providespace
for fuel expansion.
g. Replacegasolinecap andtightensecurely.
h. If gasolineis spilled,wipe itoff theengineand
equipment.Movemachineto anotherarea.Wait5
minutesbeforestartingthe engine.
i. Neverstorethe machineorfuel containerinsidewhere
there is an openflame, sparkor pilot light (e.g.furnace,
waterheater,spaceheater,clothesdryeretc.).
j. Allowmachineto cool at least5 minutesbeforestoring.
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Operation
1. Do notput handsor feet nearrotatingparts,inthe
auger/impellerhousingorchute assembly.Contactwiththe
rotating partscan amputatehandsand feet.
2. Theauger/impellercontrolleverisa safetydevice.Never
bypassits operation.Doingso makesthe machineunsafe
and maycausepersonalinjury.
3. Thecontrolleversmustoperateeasily in bothdirections
and automaticallyreturnto the disengagedpositionwhen
released.
4. Neveroperatewith a missingordamagedchuteassembly.
Keep allsafetydevices in place andworking.
5. Neverrun anengineindoorsor ina poorly ventilatedarea.
Engineexhaustcontainscarbonmonoxide,an odorlessand
deadlygas.
6. Do notoperate machinewhileunderthe influenceof alcohol
or drugs.
7. Mufflerand enginebecomehotandcancausea burn.Do
nottouch.
8. Exerciseextremecaution whenoperatingonor crossing
gravel surfaces.Stayalert for hiddenhazardsor traffic.
9. Exercisecautionwhenchangingdirectionandwhile
operatingon slopes.
10.Planyour snow-throwingpatternto avoiddischargetowards
windows,walls,carsetc.Thus,avoidingpossibleproperty
damageor personalinjurycausedbya ricochet.
11.Neverdirectdischargeat children,bystandersandpetsor
allowanyoneinfront of the machine.
12.Do notoverloadmachinecapacityby attemptingto clear
snow at toofast of a rate.
13.Neveroperatethis machinewithoutgood visibility or light.
Alwaysbe sure of yourfootingand keepa firmhold onthe
handles.Walk,neverrun.
14.Disengagepowerto theauger/impellerwhentransporting
or not inuse.
15.Neveroperatemachineat hightransportspeeds onslippery
surfaces.Lookdownand behindand usecarewhen
backing up.
16.Ifthe machineshould startto vibrateabnormally,stopthe
engine,disconnectthespark plugwire andground it against
the engine.Inspectthoroughlyfor damage.Repairany
damagebeforestartingandoperating.
17.Disengageall controlleversand stopenginebeforeyou
leavetheoperatingposition(behindthe handles).Wait
until the auger/impellercomesto a completestopbefore
uncloggingthechute assembly,makingany adjustments,or
inspections.
18.Neverput yourhand inthe dischargeorcollector openings.
Alwaysuse theclean-outtool providedto unclogthe
dischargeopening.Do notunclogchute assemblywhile
engineis running.Shutoff engineand remainbehind
handlesuntil all movingparts havestoppedbefore
unclogging.
19.Use onlyattachmentsand accessoriesapprovedbythe
manufacturer(e.g.wheelweights,tire chains,cabsetc.).
20. Ifsituationsoccur whichare notcoveredinthis manual,
usecare and goodjudgment.Contactyour dealerorcall
(800) 800-7310for assistanceandthe nameof your nearest
servicingdealer..
Maintenance & Storage
1. Nevertamper withsafetydevices.Checktheir proper
operationregularly.Referto the maintenanceand
adjustmentsectionsof this manual.
2. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspectingmachine
disengageall controlleversandstopthe engine.Wait until
theauger/impellercome to a completestop.Disconnectthe
sparkplugwire and groundagainstthe engineto prevent
unintendedstarting.
3. Checkbolts and screwsfor propertightnessat frequent
intervalsto keepthe machinein safe workingcondition.
Also,visuallyinspectmachinefor anydamage.
4. Do notchangethe enginegovernorsettingor over-speed
theengine.The governorcontrolsthemaximumsafe
operatingspeed of theengine.
5. Snowthrowershaveplatesand skidshoesare subjectto
wearanddamage.For yoursafetyprotection,frequently
checkallcomponentsand replacewith originalequipment
manufacturer's(OEM) parts only."Useof partswhich do
notmeetthe originalequipmentspecificationsmayleadto
improperperformanceandcompromisesafety!"
6. Checkcontrols periodicallyto verify theyengageand
disengageproperlyandadjust, if necessary.Referto the
adjustmentsection inthis operator'smanualfor instructions.
7. Maintainor replacesafetyandinstructionlabels,as
necessary.
8. Observeproperdisposallawsandregulationsfor gas,oil,
etc. to protectthe environment.
9. Priorto storing,run machinea few minutestoclearsnow
frommachineand preventfreezeup of auger/impeller.
10.Neverstorethe machineorfuel containerinsidewhere
thereis an openflame, sparkor pilot lightsuchas a water
heater,furnace,clothesdryeretc.
11.Alwaysreferto theoperator'smanualfor properinstructions
onoff-seasonstorage.
Do not modify engine
Toavoidseriousinjuryordeath,do not modifyengineinany
way.Tamperingwiththegovernorsettingcan leadto a runaway
engineandcauseit to operateat unsafespeeds.Nevertamper
withfactorysettingof enginegovernor.
Notice regarding Emissions
Engineswhichare certifiedto complywithCaliforniaandfederal
EPAemissionregulationsfor SORE(SmallOff RoadEquipment)
arecertifiedto operateon regularunleadedgasoline,and
mayincludethefollowingemissioncontrolsystems:Engine
Modification(EM)andThreeWayCatalyst(TWO)ifso equipped.
Your Responsibility
Restrictthe useof this powermachineto personswho read,
understandandfollowthe warningsandinstructionsinthis
manualandonthe machine.
WARNING
This symbolpoints
out importantsafety
instructionswhich, if not
followed,couldendanger
the personalsafetyand/
or propertyof yourself
and others.Readand
followall instructions
in this manualbefore
attemptingto operate
this machine.Failure
to complywiththese
instructionsmayresult
in personal injury.When
you seethis symbol.
HEED iTS WARNING!
Your Responsibility
Restrictthe use of
this power machine
to personswho read,
understandand follow
the warnings and
instructions inthis
manualand on
the machine.
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NOTE: This Operator's
Manual covers several
models. Snow thrower
features vary by
model. Not all features
discussed inthis
manualare applicable
to all snow thrower
models.
NOTE: All references
i to left or right side of
the snow thrower is
i from the operating
positiononly.
IMPORTANT:
Do not usethe chute
handle to lift the snow
thrower.
Figure 1
/
Contents of Carton
Cartoncontentsare listedbelowwithpart numbersin
parentheses,
1. TwoignitionKeys(725-0201)
2, 2,6 oz Bottleof 2 CycleOil (737-04037)
3, ExtensionCord(if soequipped)(629-0236)
__IL ARNING: Disconnectthe sparkplug
wireand groundit against the engineto
preventunintended starting.
Positioning the Upper Handle
1. Removepackingmaterial,if present.
2. Makingsurenot to pinchthe cableinthe process,
pivotthe upperhandleintothe operatingpositionas
illustratedin Figure1 untilit clicksinto place.
3. Tightenthe starknobsto securethe handlein place
as in Figure1.
Assembling the Discharge Chute
For shippingreasons,the snowthrowerhasbeen
packagedwiththe upperchutepivotedall the waydown.
Topivotitupward,proceedas follows:
,
,
Turnthe chuteuntilthe chuteopeningis facing
straightahead. Removethewing knob,flatwasher
andcarriagebolt fromthe lowerchute. See Figure2.
Pivotthe upperchuteupwardoverthe lip onthe lower
chuteso thatthere is NOgap betweenthe upper
chuteandthe lowerchute.
3. Resecurewiththe hardwarejust removed. If installed
correctly,your snowthrowershouldlook like Figure3.
IMPORTANT:Do not usethe chutehandleto liftthe
snowthrower.
Figure 2
Figure 3
6
AugerControlHandle_
ElectricStarterButton
(if equipped)
Figure4A FuelCap
ChuteAssembl
ShavePlate /
Auger
/
Primer
SparkPlugAccess
Figure 4
IMPORTANT:Thisunit runson a mixtureof gasoline
andoil. DoNOToperatethe snowthrowerwithoutfirst
readingthe enginesoperator'smanualfor instructions
regardingproperfuelandengineoil.
Choke Lever
Activatingchokecontrolclosesthechokeplateon
carburetorandaids in startingengine.Referto the engine
manualpackedwithunitfor moredetailedinstructions.
Primer
Depressingprimerforcesfueldirectlyinto engine's
carburetorto aid incold-weatherstarting.Referto engine
manualpackedwithunitfor moredetailedinstructions.
Ignition Key
Ignitionkeymust be present,insertedinkeyswitch,and
inthe "ON"positionfor engineto start.
Recoil Starter
The starterhandleis usedto manuallystartthe engine.
Electric Starter Button (If so equipped)
Pressingthe electric starterbuttonengagesthe
engine'selectric starterwhen pluggedintoa 120V
power souroe
Electric Starter Plug (If so equipped)
Requiresuseof a two-prongoutdoorextensioncord
(packedwiththe snowthrower)anda 120Vpower
source/walloutlet.
Spark Plug Cover
Removesparkplugcoverto accesssparkplug.
Auger
Whenengaged,the augersrotationdrawssnowinto the
augerhousingandthrowsitout the dischargechute.
Rubberpaddleson the augersalso aidin propellingthe
unitas theycomeincontactwiththe pavement.
Auger Control Handle
Locatedontheupperhandle,theaugercontrolhandle
is usedto engageanddisengagedriveto theauger.
Squeezethecontrolhandleagainstthe upperhandleto
engageauger;releaseit todisengage.
Discharge Chute /Chute Handle
Rotatethe dischargechuteto theleftor rightusingchute
handle.Pitchof the dischargechutecontrolsangleat
whichthesnowis thrown.Loosenwingknobonside
of thedischargechutebeforepivotingdischargechute
upwardordownward.Retightenthe knoboncedesired
positionhasbeenachieved.
Shave Plate
Theshaveplatemaintainscontactwithpavementas
thesnowthroweris propelled,allowingsnowcloseto
pavement'ssurfaceto bedischarged.
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YourSnOw
IMPORTANT:
This unit runs on a
mixture of gasoline
and oil. Do NOT
operate the snow
thrower without first
reading !,heengines
operator s manual for
instructions regard-
ing proper fuel and
engine oil.
Before Starti ng Electric Starter(if equipped)
I _ WARNING:Before startingthe _ WARNING:The electric starter must
engine,read, understand, and follow ALL be used witha properly grounded
all instructionsand warnings on the three-prong receptacle at all times to
machine and inthis manual, avoid the possibilityof electric shock.
1. Thesparkplugwirewasdisconnectedfor safety. Follow all instructionscarefully prior to
Attachsparkplugwireto sparkplugbeforestarting, operatingthe electric starter.
iIMPORTANT:Forcompleteanddetailedengine 1. Theelectricstarteris equippedwitha groundedthree-
starting,stoppingand storinginstructions,it is recom- wirepowercordandplug,and is designedto operate
mendedthatyou readthe enginemanualalsoincluded on 120voltAC householdcurrent.
i withthisunit. 2. Determinethatyour housewiringis a three-wire
Fuel And Oil Mixture groundedsystem.Aska licensedelectricianif you are
not certain.
_ WARNING:Useextremecare when
handling gasoline. Gasoline is 3. If your home wiring system is not a three-wire
extremelyflammable and the vapors grounded system, do not usethiselectricstarter
are explosive.Neverfuel machine underany conditions.
indoorsor while the engineis hot or 4. If your home electricalsystem is grounded, but
Read, understand, running.Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, a three-holereceptacleis not available,oneshould
and follow all instruc- pipesand other sourcesof ignition, beinstalledby a licensedelectricianbeforeusingthe
tions and warnings IMPORTANT:Thisunitrunson a mixtureof gasoline electricstarter.
on the machine and andoil. Do NOToperatethe snowthrowerwithout 5. If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle,
in this manual before first readingthe enginesoperator'smanualfordetailed proceedas follows.
operating, instructionsregardingproperfuelandengineoil. 6. MoveChokeControlto the "Full"position.
Do NOToperatethe snowthrowerwithoutthe fuelcap
securelyin placeonthe fuel tank. 7. PushPrimerthree (3)times,makingsureto cover
ventholewhen pushing.
Use extreme care Positioni ng the Discharge 8. Connectpowercord to switchboxondash panel.
when handling Chute Plugthe otherendof powercord intoa three-prong
gasoline. Gasoline is 1. Loosenthe star 120-volt,grounded,AC receptacle.
extremely flammable knobfoundon 9. Pushstarterbuttonto crankengine.
and the vapors are the leftside of the
explosive. Never fuel dischargechute 10.Whenenginestarts,releasestarterbutton,andmove
andpivotthe up- chokegraduallyto 1/2Chokeuntil theengineruns
the machine indoors perchuteupward smoothly. NextmoveChoketo OFF.If enginefalters,
ior while the engine movechokeimmediatelyto FULLandthen gradually
is hot or running, ordownwardtothe desiredpitch, to 1/2 thento OFE
i Extinguish cigarettes, Retightenthe 11.Disconnectthe powercord.Always unplug from the
i cigars, pipes and starknobbefore outlet first, and then from the snow thrower.
other sources of operatingthe snow
thrower. Recoil Starter
ignition. 2. Rotatethe dischargechuteto the leftor rightusing 1. Movechokeleverto FULLchokeposition(cold engine
the chutehandle.SeeFigure5. start).
i The electric starter TO Start Engine 2. If engineiswarm,placechokein OFFpositioninstead
must be used with a of FULL.
'properly grounded 1. Insertignitionkeyintoslot. 3. PushPrimerthree (3)times,makingsureto cover
three-prong recep- 2. Nowfollowthe instructionsbelowas itpertainsto ventholewhen pushing.
tacle at all times to yourunit.SeeFigure5for locationof controls. 4. If engineiswarm,pushprimerbuttononlyonce.
avoid the possibility NOTE:Alwayscoverventholein primerbuttonwhen
of electric shock. Fol- pushing.Additionalprimingmaybe necessaryfor first
start iftemperatureisbelow15degreesFahrenheit.
low all instructions
i carefully prior to 5. Graspstarterhandleandpullropeout slowly,until it
pullsslightlyharder.Let roperewindslowly.
operatingthe electric 6. Pullstarterhandlerapidly.Do notallowhandleto snap
starter, back.Allowitto rewindslowlywhilekeepinga firm
holdonthe starterhandle.
Figure 5
WARNING
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Operating the Snow Thrower
7. As enginewarmsupand beginsto operateevenly,
rotatechokeleverslowlyto the 1/2 Chokeposition.
Whenthe enginebeginsto runsmoothly,movethe
choketo the OFFposition.Ifenginefalters,return
to FULLchoke,then slowlymoveto 1/2 thenOFF
position.
To Stop Engine
1. To stopengine,turnignitionkeycounter-clockwise.
Disconnectthe sparkplugwirefromthe spark plug
to preventaccidentalstartingwhile equipmentis
unattended.
To help preventpossiblefreeze-upof starter,
proceedas follows:
1. Runenginefor afew minutesbeforestoppingto help
dry off anymoistureon the engine.
2. ElectricStarter:Connectpowercord to switchbox
on engine,thento 120voltAC receptacle.With the
enginerunning,pushstarterbuttonandspin the
starterfor severalseconds.The unusualsoundmade
by spinningthe starterwill not harmengineorstarter.
Disconnectthe powercord fromreceptaclefirst,and
then fromswitchbox.
RecoilStarter:Withenginerunning,pullstarterrope
witha rapid,continuousfull arm strokethree orfour
times.Pullingthe starterropewill producea loud
clatteringsound,whichisnot harmfulto theengineor
starter.
.
4. Wipeall snowand moisturefromthe carburetorcover
in the areaof thecontrollevers.Also,movecontrol
leversbackandforthseveraltimes.Leavechoke
controlinthe FULLchokeposition.
5. Removeignitionkeyanddisconnectsparkplugwireto
preventaccidentalstarting.
The pitchof the chuteassemblycontrolsthe angleat
whichthe snowisthrown.
1. Loosenthe starknobfoundon the leftsideof the
chuteassemblyand
pivotthe upperchute
upwardor downward
to the desiredpitch.
Retightenthe star
knobbeforeoperating
the snowthrower.
.Positionthe chute
assemblyopening Figure 6
by usingthe Chute
Handleto throwthe snowinthe desireddirection.
SeeinsetFigure6.
Clearing Snow
_ARNING:Neveroperatethe snow
thrower with bystandersin front of or
nearthe dischargechuteopening.
1. Engagethe augerby squeezingthe augercontrol
handleagainstthe upperhandle.SeeFigure5.
2. Liftup slightlyonthe handleto allowthe rubber
paddlesonthe augerto contactthe pavementand
propelthe snowthrowerforward.Pushingdownward
onthe handlewill raisethe augersoff the ground
andstopforwardmotion.
3. Dischargesnowdownwindwheneverpossible.
Slightlyoverlapeachpreviouslyclearedpath.
NOTE:Excessiveupwardpressureon the handlewill
resultinprematurewearonthe rubberaugerblades
whichwouldnot becoveredbywarranty.
Operating Tips
1. Runthe enginefor a fewminutesbeforestoppingto
helpdry anymoistureon theengine.
2. Cleanthe snowthrowerthoroughlyaftereach use.
__i= ARNING:Muffler, engineand
surroundingareas becomehotand
can causeaburn.Becarefuland do
nottouch when hot.
tm
Opera ion
WARNING
Muffler'engineand
surroundingareas
become hot
can cause a burn,
Do not touch;
Never operate the
snow thrower with
bystanders in front of
or near the discharge
NOTE: Excessive
upward pressure on
the handle will result
in premature wear
on the rubber auger
blades which would
not be covered by
warranty.
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WARNING
Disconnectthe
spark plug wire
and ground it against
the engine to prevent
unintended starting.
NEVER attempt to
make any adjust-
ments while
the engine is run-
ning, except where
specified in
the operator's
manual.
Before servicing,
repairing, or inspect-
ing,disengage the
control bail and
stop engine. Wait
untilall moving
parts have come to a
complete stop.
Figure 7
Shave Plate
1. Tocheckthe adjustmentof the shaveplate,placethe
uniton a levelsurface.The wheels,shaveplateand
augersshouldallcontactlevelsurface.Notethatif the
shaveplateis adjustedtoo high,snowmayblowunder
the housing.Ifthe shaveplatewearsout excessively,
orthe unit doesnot self-propel,the shaveplatemay
betoo lowand needsto beadjusted.
NOTE:On newunitsorunitswitha newshaveplate
installed,the augersmaybeslightlyoff theground.
2. Toadjust,tip the snowthrowerbacksothat it rests
onthe handle.Loosenthe locknutsandboltswhich
securethe shaveplateto the housing.See Figure7.
Movethe shaveplateto desiredpositionand retighten
the nutsandboltssecurely.
Replacing Shave Plate
Theshaveplate is attachedto the bottomof theauger
housingandis subjectto wear.It shouldbechecked
periodically.Therearetwo wearingedgesandthe shave
platecan bereversed.Referto Figure7.
1. Removethecarriageboltsand hexlocknutswhich
attachit to the snowthrowerhousing.
2. Installnewshaveplate,makingsuretheheadsof the
carriageboltsareonthe insideof the housing.
3. Adjustthe shaveplateaccordingto instructions
above.Tightenthe nutssecurelybeforeoperatingthe
snowthrower.
NOTE: Forinformationregardingthe priceandavailability
of ShavePlateKit referto customersupportonpage2.
Figure 8
_ARNING:Disconnectthe sparkplug
wire and groundit against the engine
to preventunintended starting.
__k ARNING:NEVERattempt to make
any adjustments while the engineis
running, exceptwhere specifiedinthe
operator's manual.
Control Cable
As a resultof both thecontrolcable andthedrive belt
stretchingdueto wear,periodicadjustmentsmaybe
necessary.
If the augerseemsto hesitatewhenrotatingwhilethe
enginemaintainsa constantspeed,an adjustmentis
necessary.Proceedas follows:
Theupperholeinthe controlhandleprovidesfor an
adjustmentincabletension.Toadjust,disconnectthe
endof controlcablefromthe bottomholeinthe control
handleand reinsertit inthe upperhole.Insertthe cable
fromtheoutsideas showninFigure8. Testthe snow
throwerto seeif thereisa noticeabledifference.
Carburetor
,_ WARNING:If any adjustments needto
be made to the enginewhile the engine
is running(e.g. carburetor), keep
clear of all moving parts.Becareful of
muffler, engine and other surrounding
heated surfaces.
1. Referto the separateenginemanual,packedwith
yourunit,for carburetoradjustmentinformation.
10
Replacing Belt
AARNING:Beforeservicing,repairing,
or inspecting,disengage the control
bail and stop engine. Waituntil all
moving partshave come to a complete
stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and
ground it against the engine to prevent
unintended starting.
Removethebeltcoverbyremovingfivehexscrews.See
Figure9. Thensimplypullthebeltoffbygraspingitfromthe
bottomoftheaugerpulleyandpullingoff. Onceyou remove
thebeltfromthepulleys,youcanpushdownonthe idler
pulleyto releasethebeltfromunderthebeltkeeper.
To replacethe beltfollowtheseinstructionsandreferto
Figure10:
1. Pushdownon the Idlerpulley.
2. Putbelton top of the augerpulley,underbelt keeper.
3. Threadbeltaroundenginepulley.
4. Pushbeltoverbottomof augerpulley.
Reinstallthe belt coverremovedearlier.
Engine
1. Referto the separateenginemanualfor all engine
maintenanceprocedures.
2. Checkengineand snowthrowerfrequentlyfor loose
hardware,andtightenas needed.
Lubrication
Lubricatepivotpointsonthe controlhandleandthe
extensionspringat the endof the controlcable witha
light oilonce everyseasonandbeforestorageof the
snowthrowerat the endof the season.
Replacing Auger Paddles
The snowthrowerauger'srubberpaddlesaresubjectto
wearandshouldbe replacedif any signsof excessive
wear is present.
iMPORTANT:Do NOTallowthe auger'srubberpaddles
to wearto the pointwhereportionsof the metalauger
itself cancomeincontactwiththe pavement.Doingso
can resultinseriousdamageto your snowthrower.
NOTE:For informationregardingthe priceandavailability
of AugerKit referto customersupporton page2.
Tochangethe rubberpaddles,proceedas follows:
1. Removethe existingrubberpaddlesby unscrewingthe
self-tappingscrewswhichsecurethemtothe auger.
SeeFigure11.
2. Securethe replacementrubberpaddlesto the auger
usingthe hardwareremovedearlier.
Jo remove,pullbelt off here J
Figure 9
J
Figure 10
f
Figure 11
intenal
WARNING
Before servicing;
repairing, or inspecting,
disengagethe control
stopengine:
lall moving
partshavecometoa
complete stop: Discon'
nect spark plugwire
gioun i
prevent
unintendedstarting.
PORTANT:
DoNOT ,ow
auger!s
padd es
to the point where
portions of the metal
auger itself can come
incontact with the
pavement: Doing SO
can result inserious
damagetoyoursnow
thrower,
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WARNING
Never store snow
i thrower with fuel
in tank indoorsor
in poorly ventilated
areas, where fuel
fumes may reach an
open flame, spark
or pilot light as on a
furnace, water heater,
i clothes dryer or gas
,appliance.
Drain fuel into an
approved container
outdoors, away from
any open flame. Be
certain engine is
i cool. Do not smoke.
Fuel left in engine
during warm weather
deteriorates and
will cause serious
starting problems.
Do not drain
carburetor if using
fuel stabilizer.
Never use engine or
carburetor cleaning
iproducts inthe fuel
tank or permanent
damage may occur.
Observethe following,whenpreparingyour snow
throwerfor off-seasonstorage:
Drainfuel intoanapprovedcontaineroutdoors,away
fromanyopenflame.Allowengineto cool.Extin-
guishcigarettes,cigars,pipesandother sources
of ignitionpriorto drainingfuel. Fuelleft inengine
duringwarmweatherdeterioratesandwillcause
seriousstartingproblems.
If unitis to bestoredover30 days,preparefor
storageas instructedinthe separateenginemanual
packedwithyour unit.
Runengineuntilfueltankis emptyandenginestops
dueto lackof fuel.
Removegasolinefromcarburetorandfuel tankto
preventgum depositsfromformingon theseparts
andcausingpossiblemalfunctionof engine.
Draincarburetorby pressingupwardon bowldrain,
locatedbelowthecarburetorcover.
Fuelstabilizers,suchas STA-BIL®,arean accept-
ablealternativein minimizingthe formationof fuel
gumdepositsduringstorage.Do notdraincarburetor
if usinga fuel stabilizer.
Wipeequipmentwithanoiled ragto preventrust.
Removesparkplugandpouroneounceof engine
oilthroughsparkplugholeinto cylinder.Coverspark
plugholewithrag.Crankengineseveraltimesto
distributeoil. Replacesparkplug.
Followthe lubricationrecommendationsfoundin the
MaintenanceSection.
Alwaysstorethe snowthrowerina clean,dry area.
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Problem Cause Remedy
Fnh n_f_ _m I ChOkenot inON position: MoveChoketo ON post on
_ " " "!" "_" Spark plugwiredisconnected. 21 Connectwire to sparkplug.
Fue!tankemptyor stalefuel. &Fill tankwithclean,freShgaSeiinel
Enginenot primed. Primeengineas instructedin
Ope[atingY°U[Sniw Th[°_ei Trou hie:
5 FaultySparkplug 5; Clean,adjustgap,or replace:
& Blockedfuel linei 6. Cleanfuel !inel Shooting
Safetykeynotin ignition0n keyfU!y int° !heswito!i
8. Fue Shut-offva ve c osed.(f 8, Openfue shut-offva ve:
Engine runs erratic 1. Unitrunningon CHOKE.
2. Blockedfuel lineor stalefuel.
3. Wateror dirt in fuelsystem.
4. Carburetorout of adjustment.
1. Movechokeleverto OFFposition.
2. Cleanfuelline; fill tankwithclean,
freshgasoline.
3. Drainfueltank. Refillwith
freshfuel.
4. ContactServiceCenter.
Engne overheats 1 Carburetornot adjustedpropery 1 ContactServce Center
Excessive 1. Loosepartsor damagedauger. 1. Stopengineimmediatelyand
Vibration disconnectsparkplugwire.Tighten
all boltsand nuts.Ifvibration
continues,haveunit servicedby a
ServiceCenter.
Loss of power 1. Sparkplugwireloose. 1. Connectandtightensparkplug
wire.
2. Gas capventholeplugged. 2. Removeice andsnowfromgas
I cap.Becertanventholeis clear.
3 Exhaustport plugged _. 3 ContactServiceCenter
Unit fails 1. Drivecontrolcablein needof adjust- 1. Adjustdrivecontrolcable.Referto
to propel itself merit. "Adjustments".
2. Drivebelt looseordamaged. 2. Replacedrive belt.
Unit fails 1. Chuteassemblyclogged. 1. Stopengineimmediatelyand
to d scharge snow disconnectsparkplugwire.Clean
chuteassemblyandinsideof
augerhousingwithclean-outtool
ora stick.
2. Foreignobjectlodgedinauger. 2. Stopengineimmediatelyand
disconnectsparkplugwire.
Removeobjectfromauger.
3. Augerbeltlooseor damaged. 3. Referto Maintenancesection
NOTEi ThiSsection
addresses minor
service issues: For
further details,contact
customer assistancel
ii i _iI_ ii
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REF
NO.
N° DE
REF
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
2O
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
5O
"51
*52
PART
NO.
N° DE
PIECE
629-0236
710-0627
710-1003
710-3025
712-04063
725-0157
726-0154
726-0205
736-0242
747-04150
7511825510
751-0535
751-10023
751-10278
754-0101A
754-0367
756-0416B
756-04232
756-04243
790-00225
734-04225
684-04228
710-0106
710-0642
710-0653
710-0896
710-0352
710-3008
712-04064
726-0299
732-0357A
736-0176
790-00249
736-0329
741-04188
684-04168
748-0234
712-0896
750-04571
790-00283
790-00045A
756-0625
735-04033
735-04032
684-04202
7510009636
7512B1476
738-0924A
684-04227
721-04006
722-3022
750-0589
750-0716A
DESCRIPTION
Cord-Extension 110V3M 2 Prong
Hex L-Bolt 5/16-24 x .75 Gr. 5
Hex Wash B-Tapp Scr #10 x .62" Lg.
Screw-Hex Cap
Flange Locknut 5/16-18 Gr. F, Nylon
Cable Tie
Push Mount Tie
Hose Clamp
Cupped Washer .340 ID x .872 OD x .06
Gas Tank Support Wire
Choke Lever Knob
Fuel Line
Fuel Tank 2 Quart
Cap-Fuel
V-Belt 1/2 x 35.0" Lg.
V-Belt (3.5 HP Tec. only)
Pulley Half .625 ID x 2.25 OD
V-Pulley 1/2 x 6,0" OD ( 5.0 Tec. HP only)
Pulley (3.5 HP Tec. only)
2-cycle Mounting Bracket
Wheel, 7 x 1.50 dia. Lug
Auger Assembly
Hex Screw 1/4-20 x 1.25 Gr. 5
Thd Forming Scr. 1/4-20 x .75 Lg.
Hex Wash HD Tapp Scr 1/4-20 x .375
Hex B-Tap Scr 1/4-28 x .25" Lg
Hex Tap Scr. 1/4-14 x .375" Lg.
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x .75" Lg. Gr. 5
Flange Locknut 1/4-20 Gr. F, Nylon
Push Cap x 1/2" Rod
Extension Spring .33 OD x 1.12 Lg.
Flat Washer .25 ID x .93 OD x .125
Bearing Cup
L-Wash 1/4 ID
Ball Bearing .625 x 37 x 12.63
Idler Pulley (1/4" hole)
Shoulder Spacer .25 Thk.
Hex Ins Jam L-Nut 1/4-28
Shoulder Spacer
Idler Bracket
Belt Cover
Cable Guide Roller
Rubber Paddle
Rubber Spiral-Crescent
Auger Ass'y 21" w/Solid Shaft
(w/o rubber paddels)
Recoil Handle, Mitten
Primer
Hex Shld.Scr.1/4-28 x .375
Auger Assembly Housing
Fuel Tank Gasket
Tape
Spacer .325 ID x .625 OD x .88
Spacer .630 x .88 x .747
DESCRIPTION
Corde
Boulon hex 5/16-24 x 0,75 Qual. 5
Vis taraudee nO. 10 x 0,62 po de Ig.
Vis & t6te hex
Contre-ecrou & embase 5/16-18 Qual. F, nylon
Attache-c&ble
Tige de poussoir
Collier
Rondelle creuse 0,340 Dt x 0,872 DE x 0,06
Fil de support - reservoir & carburant
Manette du volet de depart
Ligne d'essence
Reservoir de carburant de 2 quarts
Capuchon d'essence
Courroie trapezoidale 1/2 x 35,0 po de Ig
Courroie trapezoidale (Tec. 3,5 HP seulement)
Moitie poulie 0,625 DI x 2,25 DE
Poulie, 1/2 x 6,0" DE (Tec. 5,0 HP seulement)
Poulie (Tec. 3,5 HP seulement)
Support de montage
Roue, 7 x 1,50 diam. Lug
Ensemble de la tariere
Visa t6te hexagonale 1/4-20 x 1,25 Qual 5
Vis taraudee 1/4-20 x 0,75 Ig.
Vis auto-taraudeuse hexagonale 1/4-20 x 0,375
Vis taraudee a t6te hexagonale 1/4-28 x 0,25
Vis taraudee 1/4-14 x 0,375 po de Ig.
Boulon hex. 5/16-18 x 0,75 po de Ig. Qual. 5
Contre-ecrou a embase 1/4-20 Qual. F, nylon
Ecrou pour tige de 1/2 po
Ressort d'extension 0,33 DE x 1,12 po de Ig
Rondelle plate 0,25 DI x 0,93 DE x 0,125
Roulement a cuvette
Rondelle frein 1/4 Dt
Roulement a billes 0,625 x 37,0 x 12,63
Poulie du tendeur (trou 1/4 po)
Entretoise epaul6e
Contre-ecrou de blocage 1/4-28
Entretoise
Support du tendeur
Couvercle de courroie
Guide du c&ble
Pale en caoutchouc
Spirale en caoutchouc - croissant
Ensemble de la tari@e de 21 po avec arbre solide
(sans pale en caoutchouc)
Poignee du demarreur
Amorgeur
Visa epaulement 1/4-28 x 0,375
Logement de la tari@e
Joint
Bande
Entretoise 0,325 DI x 0,625 DE x 0,88
Entretoise 0,630 Dt x 0,88 DE x 0,747
* 3.5 HP Tec. only/3,5 HP Tec. seulement 31A-2501
5.17.06
NOTE:Snowthrowerfeatures/componentsvaryby model.NOTall partslistedaboveandpicturedonthe previous
pageare standardequipment.
15
For parts and/or
accessories refer to
customer support on
page 2.
Adressez-vous au
,,Service apr_s-vente_>
la page 2pour ce qui
;oncerne les pi_ces
et/ou accessoires.
iVlodels/iVlodeles 230-260
/
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REF PART
NO. NO.
N° DE N° DE
REF PII_CE
1 684-04127
2 710-04071
3 710-0451
4 712-04063
5 720-0284
6 731-04388A
7 731-04354A
8 736-0159
9 710-04532
10 720-04072
11 725-0157
13 747-04165
14 749-1092A
15 684-04144
684-04145
16 710-04187
17 710-1003
18 710-1882
19 712-0252
20 725-2018
21 736-0225
22 736-0400
24 736-0362
25 710-0134
26 710-3008
27 712-04064
28 731-1033
29 736-0176
30 746-04237
31 749-04114
32 725-0201
33 731-1133C
34 731-04127
35 731-04353
36 731-04886
37 732-04111
DESCRiPTiON
Lower Chute Ass'y (Incl. #5-7 and 10)
Carriage Screw 5/16-18 x 1.0
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75
Flange Locknut 5/16-18 Gr. F, Nylon
Handle Knob Assembly
Chute Handle
Upper Chute
Flat Washer .349 ID x .879 OD x .063
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.0 Gr. 5
Handle Knob Assembly
Cable Tie
Gull Wing Bail
Upper Handle
Shroud Ass'y (3.5 HP)
Shroud Ass'y (4.5 HP)
Hi-Lo Screw 1/4-15 x .50
Hex Wash B-Tapp Scr #10 x.62" Lg.
Hex Scr. 5/16-18 x 1.50 Gr. 5
Hex Nut 5/8-32 x .12 Special
Key Switch-Electric Start
L-Washer Internal
Flat Washer .218" ID x .62" OD
Flat Washer .22 ID x 1.25
Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x .62
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x .75" Lg. Gr. 5
Hex L-Flanged Nut 1/4-20 Gr. F Nylon
Shave Plate
Flat Washer .25 ID x .93 ODx.125
Control Cable
Lower Handle
Ignition Key
Spark Plug Cover
Lower Chute 5" Dia
Ring-Lower Chute
Chute Adapter 5" Dia
Chute Adjustment Spring
DESCRiPTiON
Ens. de la goulotte inf. comp. les nos. 5-7 et 10
Vis ordinaire 5/16-18 x 1,0
Boulon ordinaire 5/16-18 x 0,75
Contre-ecrou a embase 5/16-18 Qual. F, nylon
Bouton
Poignee - goulotte d'ejection
Goulotte superieur
Rondelle plate 0,349 DI x 0,879 DE x 0,063
Boulon ordinaire 5/16-18 x 2,0 Qual. 5
Bouton
Attache-c&ble
Etier de suspension
Guidon superieur
Capot (3,5 HP)
Capot (4,5 HP)
Vis 1/4-15 x 0,50
Vis taraudee no. 10 x 0,62 po de Ig.
Vis hexagonal 5/16-18 x 1,50 Qual. 5
Ecrou b.six pans 5/8-32 x 0,12 speciale
Contacteur d'allumage - demarreur electrique
Rondelle frein interne
Rondelle plate 0,218" DI x 0,62" DE
Rondelle plate 0,22 DI x 1,25
Boulon ordinaire 1/4-20 x 0,62
Boulon hex. 5/16-18 x 0,75 po de Ig. Qual. 5
Contre-ecrou a embase 1/4-20 Qual. F nylon
Grattoir
Rondelle plate 0,25 DI x 0,93 DE x 0,125
C&ble de la commande
Guidon inferieur
Clavette
Couvercle de la bougie
Goulotte d'ejection inferieur dia. 5 po
Bague - goulotte d'ejection inferieur
Adaptateur de la goulotte 5 po de dia.
Ressort d'ajustement - goulotte d'ejection
31A-2502
5.17.06
For parts and/or
accessories refer to
customer support on
page 2.
Adressez-vous au
<<Serviceaprbs-vente>,
la page 2pour ce qui
concerne les pi_ces
et/ou accessoires.
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Failureto comply
with suggested
maintenance
andlubrication
specificationswill
void warranty.
TWO YEAR LiMiTED WARRANTY
The limited warranty set forth belowis given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United
States and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and
used in Canada and/or itsterritories and possessions (either entity respectively,"MTD").
MTD warrants this product (excluding its normal wear parts as described below) against defects in material and workman-
ship for a periodof two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free
of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only apply if this product
has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product,and has not been
subject to misuse, abuse, commercialuse, neglect, accident, improper maintenance,alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water,
or damage because of other perilor natural disaster. Damageresulting from the installation or use of anypart, accessory
or attachment not approved by MTD for use with the product(s) covered by this manualwill void your warranty as to any
resulting damage.
Normalwear parts are warranted to befree from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the
date of purchase. Normalwear parts include, but are notlimited to items such as: batteries,belts, blades, blade adapters,
grass bags, rider deck wheels,seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction wheels, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE,throughyour local authorized
service dealer. To locate the dealer inyour area;
In the U,S,A,: Check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLCat RO. Box 361131,Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019,or call
1-800-800-7310or
1-330-220-4683 or log on toour Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.
In Canada: Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener,ON N2G 4J1,or call 1-800-668-1238or log on to our Web site at
www.mtdcanada.com.
This limited warranty does not provide coveragein the following cases:
a. The engineor component parts thereof.These items maycarry a separate manufacturer'swarranty. Refer to applicable
manufacturer's warranty for terms and conditions.
b. Log splitter pumps, valves,and cylinders have a separate one-year warranty.
c. Routine maintenance itemssuch as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brakeadjustments, clutch adjust-
ments,deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure.
d. Service completed by someoneother than an authorizedservice dealer.
e. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States and/or Canada, and their
respective possessions and territories, except those sold through MTD'sauthorized channels of export distribution.
f. Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts.
g. Transportation charges and service calls.
h. If Products are used commercially. (MTD may separatelyoffer Limited Commercial Warranties on certain select
products. Ask your dealer or retailer for details or contact MTD Service for more information.)
No impliedwarranty, including any impliedwarranty of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose, ap-
plies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other express
warranty, whether written or oral, except as mentioned above, given by any person or entity, including adealer or
retailer, with respect to any product, shall bind IVITD.Duringthe period of the warranty, the exclusive remedy is
repair or replacement of the product as set forth above,
The provisions as set forth in this warranty providethe sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD shall
not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without limitation, expenses incurred for
substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product,
Somejurisdictions do notallow the exclusionor limitation of incidental or consequential damages,or limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts,so theabove exclusions or limitations maynot apply to you.
In noevent shall recovery of any kind begreater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold.Alteration of
safety features of the product shall void this warranty. Youassume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to you
and your property and/or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to usethe product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased
as a gift.
HOW LOCAL LAWS RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited warranty gives youspecific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights that vary in different jurisdictions.
IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019; Phone: 1-800-800-7310, 1-330-220-4683
MTD Products Ltd., P.O. BOX 1386, KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone: 1-800-668-1238
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