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Safe Operation

Practices • Set-Up • Operation

• Maintenance

• Service • Troubleshooting

• Warranty

500-Series

Snow Thrower

m L Style

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019

PrintedIn USA

FormNo.769-01309E
(JuLy16,2007)

ToTheOwner
ThankYou
Thank you for purchasing

a Snow Thrower

manufactured

This product has met the rigid safety standards
Power Equipment
Institute and an independent

MTD LLC. It was carefully engineered
to provide excellent
performance
when properly operated and maintained.
Please read this entire
It instructs
maintain
persons

manual

prior to operating

you how to safely and easily set up, operate
your machine.

laboratory.
or contact

and

the machine,

carefully

the

recommended
safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or property damage.
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TableofContents
Important

Safe Operation

Practices

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Assembly & Set-Up ..................................................
Controls & Features ................................................

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10

Operation

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up and operating

in the provided

your new equipment,

area to the right. You can locate the

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Department,

Troubleshooting

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& Adjustment
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Department.

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Important SafeOperationPractices
WARNING!

This symbol

could endanger
all instructions

points

the personal

safety and/or

in this manual

with these instructions

out important

before

property

attempting

may result in personal

When you see this symbol.

safety instructions
of yourself

to operate

which,

if not followed,

and others. Read and follow

this machine.

Failure to comply

injury.

HEED ITS WARNING!

CALIFORNIA

PROPOSITION

WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive

DANGER: This machine
this manual.
operator

harm.

was built to be operated

As with any type of power

can result in serious injury. This machine

toes and feet and throwing
instructions

could

foreign

objects.

result in serious injury

Training
1.

machine
assemble

and follow

all instructions

and in the manual(s) before
and operate.

and regular

Keep this manual

reference

on the

attempting

in a safe place for

and for ordering

replacement

foreign

and safe operation
and be trained

Never allow adults to operate
instruction.
Thrown

objects

practices

this machine

without

can cause serious personal

Keep bystanders,

helpers,

from the machine

while

anyone
7.

fingers,

the following

hands,

safety

pets and children
it is in operation.

proper

Stop machine

to avoid slipping
in reverse.

an adjustment

by the

ricochet

Do not operate

adequate

without

wearing

operation

or repair to protect

your eyes. Thrown objects which
injury to the eyes.

which

will improve

three-wire

for all machines

with electric

Adjust collector
rock surfaces.

housing

Disengage

Never attempt

running,
operator's

or falling, especially

performing

Use a grounded

enters the area.

Exercise caution
when operating

over or thrown

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during

Wear footwear
surfaces.

of material

at least 75 feet

could be tripped

can cause serious

winter

outer

garments. Do not wear jewelry, long scarves or other loose
clothing, which could become entangled in moving parts.

by an

injury. Plan

your snow-throwing
pattern to avoid discharge
toward roads, bystanders and the like.
6.

in this manual

and supervised

objects, which

and while

Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand
and on the machine
adult.

of amputating

auger/impeller.

Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.
Know how to stop the machine and disengage them

the instructions

or death.

quickly.
3.

is capable

Failure to observe

practices

or error on the part of the

Thoroughly
inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used.
Remove all doormats, newspapers, sleds, boards, wires and other

parts.
2.

to the safe operation

carelessness

Preparation

Read, understand,

future

according

equipment,

all control

footing

extension

on slippery

cord and receptacle

start engines.

height

to clear gravel or crushed

levers before

starting

to make any adjustments

except where specifically

the engine.

while

recommended

engine

manual.

Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor
before starting to clear snow.

in the

temperature

SafeHandling0f Gas01ine
To avoid personal
in handling

injury or property

gasoline.

damage

Gasoline is extremely

vapors are explosive.

Serious personal

use extreme

flammable

Use only an approved

Extinguish

Engine exhaust

care

and deadly

and the
6.

injury can occur when

gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which
Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
gasoline

all cigarettes,

can ignite.
7.

container.
8.

cigars, pipes and other

Never fuel machine
Never remove

indoors.

10.

Allow engine to cool at least two minutes

before

Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 1/2
inch below

bottom

of filler neck to provide

Replace gasoline

If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and
equipment.
Move machine to another area. Wait 5

cap and tighten

before starting

11.

Muffler

and engine

or fuel container

inside

is an open flame, spark or pilot light

(e.g. furnace,

water heater, space heater, clothes

Exercise extreme

when operating

Exercise caution

to cool at least 5 minutes

remove

damage

Never direct discharge

15.

Never operate

17.
equipment

at all times until fueling

Do not put hands or feet near rotating

The auger/impeller

or chute assembly.

control

The control

Never operate

Contact

SECTION 2 --

levers and stop engine
position

(behind

comes to a complete
making

Always use the dean-out

the discharge

opening.

before you

the handles). Wait
stop before

any adjustments,

or collector
tool provided

Do not unclog

unclogging.

Use only attachments
and accessories approved by the
manufacturer
(e.g. wheel weights, tire chains, cabs etc.).

20.

When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance
is felt, then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord

position

(kickback)

when

will pull hand and arm toward

you can let go. Broken bones, fractures,
could result.
21.

If situations

occur which

care and good judgment.

are not covered
Contact

engine faster than
bruises or sprains

in this manual,

Customer

Support

assistance and the name of your nearest servicing
or damaged

iMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

chute

19.

unsafe

easily in both directions

return to the disengaged

all control

with the

chute assembly.

Keep all safety devices in place and working.

Repair

assembly while engine is running. Shut off engine and
remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped

lever is a safety device. Never

with a missing

and use care

up.

Never put your hand in the discharge
unclog

parts, in the auger/

hands and feet.

levers must operate

and automatically
released.
4.

Disengage

openings.

device.

bypass its operation. Doing so makes the machine
and may cause personal injury.
3.

speeds on

If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop
the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground

before

parts can amputate

at high transport

unclogging
the chute assembly,
or inspections.
18.

Do not use a nozzle lock-open

housing

to clear

when transporting

Look down and behind

until the auger/impeller

If this

tank or container

opening

machine

surfaces.

leave the operating

from

with the rim of the fuel

rotating

by attempting

against the engine. Inspect thoroughly
for damage.
any damage before starting and operating.

nozzle.

impeller

and pets or

Disengage power to the auger/impeller
or not in use.

Operation
1.

bystanders

in front of the machine.

14.

liner. Always place

Keep the nozzle in contact
complete.

at children,

caused by a ricochet.

Never operate this machine without good visibility or light.
Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the
handles. Walk, never run.

is not possible, then refuel such equipment
on a
trailer with a portable container, rather than from a

injury

away from your vehicle

gas-powered

dispenser

or personal

before

the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.

gasoline

and while

13.

inside a vehicle or on a truck

bed with a plastic

If possible,

direction

on slopes.

Do not overload machine capacity
snow at too fast of a rate.

16.

Never fill containers

when changing

on or crossing

hazards or traffic.

Plan your snow-throwing
pattern to avoid discharge
towards windows, walls, cars etc. Thus, avoiding possible

slippery

containers on the ground
before filling.
I.

hot and can cause a burn. Do

away.

caution

securely.

where there

or trailer

become

under the influence

not touch. Keep children

when backing

area.

an odorless

the engine.

Never store the machine

Allow machine
storing.

monoxide,

12.

dryer etc.).
j.

while

or drugs.

allow anyone

space for

fuel expansion.

minutes

machine

alcohol

property

refueling.
f.

or in a poorly ventilated

carbon

gas.

Do not operate

operating

gas cap or add fuel while the engine is

hot or running.
e.

indoors

contains

gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden

sources of ignition.
c.

Never run an engine

PRACTICES

for

dealer.

use

Maintenance& Storage
1.

Donot modifyengine

Never ta roper with safety devices.

Check their

operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance
adjustment
sections of this manual.
2.

Before cleaning,

with factory

machine

against the engine to

starting.

Check bolts and screws for proper tightness
to keep the machine
inspect

Do not change
operating

machine

the engine

are certified

to operate

condition.

may include

the following

Modification

(EM) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.

for any damage.

governor

The governor

controls

setting

or over-speed

the maximum

safe

Snow thrower

shave plates and skid shoes are subject

(OEM) parts only. "Use of parts which

not meet the original
improper

equipment

performance

Check control

specifications

and compromise

levers periodically

or replace

may lead to

to verify they engage

safety and instruction

disposal

labels, as

laws and regulations

run machine
and prevent

Never store the machine

a few minutes

for gas, oil,

to clear snow

freeze up of auger/impeller.

or fuel container

there is an open flame, spark or pilot

inside where

light such as a water

Always refer to the operator's
instructions

12.

on off-season

manual

for proper

meeting

applicable

working

land unless the engine's
with a spark arrester

local or state laws (if any).

order by the operator.

the above is required

by law (Section

be maintained

In the State of California

4442 of the California

Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws.
Federal laws apply

on federal lands.

RO. Box 361131 Cleveland,

Ohio 44136-0019.

AverageUseful Life
According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA),
this product

has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 60

hours of operation.

At the end of the Average Useful Life, buy

safety systems are working

storage.

Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings

or grass-covered
system is equipped

a new machine or have the machine inspected annually by an
authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and

heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.
11.

covered
exhaust

A spark attester for the muffler is available through your
nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service

the environment.

Prior to storing,
from machine

10.

gasoline, and
systems: Engine

Ira spark arrester is used, it should
effective

department,
proper

etc. to protect
9.

control

internal combustion
engine and should not be used
WARNING!
machine isforest-covered,
equipped
with brush
an
on or near anyThis
unimproved

i_li

safety!"

necessary.
Observe

unleaded

emission

Spark Arrestor

and disengage properly and adjust, if necessary. Refer
to the adjustment
section in this operator's manual for
instructions.
Maintain

on regular

speed of the engine.

manufacturer's

governor.

at frequent

in safe working

wear and damage. For your safety protection, frequently
check all components
and replace with original equipment

of engine

engine in any

Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)

unintended

the engine.

setting

or death, do not modify

the spark plug wire and ground

Also, visually

way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway
engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper

Notice Regarding Emissions

intervals

or inspecting

To avoid serious injury

disengage all control levers and stop the engine. Wait until
the auger/impeller
come to a complete stop. Disconnect
prevent
3.

repairing,

proper
and

properly

and not worn excessively.

Failure to do so can result in accidents,
frequently

injuries or death.

for cracks

or leaks. Replace if necessary.
13.

Do not crank engine

WARNING!
follow

with spark plug removed.

Your Responsibility--Restrict

the warnings

and instructions

the use of this power

in this manual

machine

to persons

who read, understand

and

and on the machine.

SAVETHESEiNSTRUCTIONS!

SECTION 2 --

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

PRACTICES

Assembly& Set-Up
Contents of Carton
One Snow Thrower

Two Replacement

One Snow Thrower
Manual

Operator's

One Tecumseh
Manual

Auger Shear Pins

One Product

Registration

Card

Engine Operator's

Assembly
Handle
1.

Place the shift lever in the Forward-6

Observe the lower

position

rear area of the snow thrower

both cables are aligned with roller guides before
the handle upward. See Fig. 3-1.

to be sure
pivoting

Figure 3-2

Figure 3-1
NOTE: Make certain the upper
seated properly
3.

ends of each cable are
/

in its bracket.

Secure the handle by tightening

the plastic knob located

on both the left and right sides of the handle.
and discard any rubber
packaging

purposes

Remove

bands, if present. They are for

only.

Chute Assembly
1.

Remove wing
assembly

nut and hex screw from chute control

and clevis pin and cotter

bracket. Position the chute assembly
the chute base. See Fig. 3-2.
2.

Place chute assembly
control

assembly

and cotter

pin from chute support
(forward-facing)

over

onto chute base and secure chute

to chute support

pin removed

bracket

with clevis pin

earlier. See See Fig. 3-3.

Figure 3=3

Finish securing
bracket

chute control

assembly

to chute support

with wing nut and hex screw removed

earlier.

Set-Up
ShearPins

See See Fig. 3-4.
\

A pair of replacement

auger shear pins and bow tie cotter

pins

are included with your snow thrower, Store them in your snow
thrower's dash panel until needed. See Fig. 3-6.

" ! i!i
Figure 3-4

Check that all cables are properly routed through
guide on top of the engine. See Fig. 3-5.

the cable
Figure 3-6

Chute Clean-OutT001
The chute clea n-out
housing

/
i,<

tool is fastened

with a mounting

the cable tie before operating

to the top of the auger

clip and a cable tie at the factory.
the snow thrower.

Cut

See Fig. 3-7.

Chute Clean=out Tool

Figure 3-5

Figure 3-7

SECTION3 -- ASSEMBLY
& SET-UP

TirePressure
Before operating,

Adjustments
check tire pressure and reduce pressure in

both tires to between

15 psi and 20 psi.

NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the machine
may not travel in a straight

path and the shave plate may wear

unevenly.

Skid Shoes
The snow thrower
for shipping
to operating

Gas& 0il Fill-Up

upward

at the factory

if desired,

prior

this snow thrower on gravel as it can easily pick up
CAUTION:
It is not
recommended
that you
operate
and
throw loose
gravel,
causing personal
injury
or
damage to the snow thrower

gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the
ARNING!
Use extreme
handling
vapors
are explosive.
Nevercare
fuel when
the machine

skid shoes are adjusted

purposes. Adjust them downward,
the snow thrower.

indoors

or while

Extinguish

the engine

cigarettes,

and surrounding

property.

is hot or running.

For close snow removal

cigars, pipes and other

on a smooth

surface, raise skid

shoes higher on the auger housing.

sources of ignition.
Use a middle
Service the engine

with gasoline

and oil as instructed

Tecumseh Engine Operator's Manual
your snow thrower. Read instructions
NOTE:Your

snow thrower

is shipped

packed separately
carefully.

in the

is uneven,

or lower position

when

the area to be cleared

such as a gravel driveway

with

with oil in the engine.

However, you MUST check the oil level before operating.
Refer to
Tecumseh Engine Operator's Manual for detailed instructions.

NOTE: If you choose to operate

the snow thrower

on a gravel

surface, keep the skid shoes in position for maximum
between the ground and the shave plate.

clearance

To adjust the skid shoes:
1.

Loosen the four hex nuts (two on each side) and carriage
bolts. Move skid shoes to desired

position.

See Fig. 3-8.

\
Figure 3-8

Make certain the entire bottom
against the ground
shoes.

SECTION3--

ASSEMBLY&

SET-UP

Retighten

surface of skid shoe is

to avoid uneven

nuts and bolts securely.

wear on the skid

Auger Control
carefully

read and follow

all instructions

below.

WARNING!
Prior to operating
Perform all adjustments
to verify your
your snow
snow thrower,
thrower
is operating
Check the adjustment
1.

When the auger
"up" position,
should

control

is released

the cable should

as follows:
and in the disengaged

have very little slack. It

NOT be tight.

In a well-ventilated
area, start the snow thrower engine.
Refer to Starting the Engine on page 12. Make sure the
throttle

safely and properly.
of the auger control

is set in the FAST position.

While standing
thrower),

in the operator's

engage

position

(behind

the snow

the auger.

Allow the auger to remain engaged for approximately
ten
(10) seconds before releasing the auger control. Repeat this
several times.

With the throttle

control

in the FAST (rabbit)

the auger control in the disengaged
the front of the machine.
6.

and

walk to

Confirm that the auger has completely
stopped rotating
and shows NO signs of motion. If the auger shows ANY
signs of rotating,
position

immediately

return to the operator's

and shut off the engine.

to stop before
7.

position

"up" position,

re-adjusting

Wait for ALL moving

parts

the auger control.

To readjust the control cable, loosen the upper
the auger cable bracket. See Fig. 3-9.

hex nut on

..................................

J
Figure 3-9

Position
downward

the bracket

upward

to increase

to provide

Retighten

10.

Repeat steps 2-6 above to verify
been achieved.

the upper

more slack (or

cable tension).
hex nut.
proper adjustment

has

SECTION

3 --

ASSEMBLY& SET-UP

Controls
and Features
F
Shift Lever

Drive Control

Chute Directional

Control

Auger Control
Electric Start Button

Gas Cap
Chute Assembly

Oil Fill
Steering Trigger Control

c, ,o oOU

Engine Controls
Recoil Starter
Handle

Electric Starter Outlet//

Key

Primer

Control
Choke
Throttle

Control
Skid Shoe

Figure 4=1
Snow thrower
illustrated

controls

and features are described

below and

ChokeControl

in Fig. 4-1.

NOTE: For detailed

information

the separate Tecumseh

on all engine

Engine Operator's

controls,

Ill

refer to

Manual.

Shift Lever

The shift lever is located in the right side of the
handle panel and is used to determine
ground

speed and direction

of travel.

The choke control

starting

Forward

There are six forward
the slowest

(F) speeds. Position

and position

one (1) is

six (6) is the fastest.

Reverse
There are two reverse (R) speeds. One (1) is the
slower and two (2) is the faster.

is found

on the rear of the engine and is

activated by rotating the knob clockwise. Activating
the choke
control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in
the engine.

Ignition Key
The ignition

key is a safety devise. It must be fully inserted

order for the engine to start. Remove the ignition
snow thrower is not in use.

Note: Do not turn the ignition key in an attempt
engine. Doing so may cause it to break.

key when the

to start the

ThrottleControl
The throttle control is located
engine.

It regulates

will shut offthe

on the rear of the

the speed of the engine and

engine

when moved into the

STOP position.

Primer
Pressing the primer forces fuel directly into
the engine's carburetor to aid in cold-weather
starting.

Oil Fill
Engine oil level can be checked and oil added
through

the oil fill.

SkidShoes

The auger control

Position

the skid shoes based on surface conditions.

control grip against the handle to engage
snow throwing
action. Release to stop.

upward

for hard-packed

operating

snow. Adjust

on gravel or crushed

downward

Adjust

rock surfaces.

outdoor

Squeeze the

the augers and start

DriveControl / AugerClutchI_ock_

Requires the use of a three-prong

on the left handle.

when

Electric Starter Outlet
120V power source/wall

is located

extension

DRIVE

cord and a

CONTROL

outlet.

RecoilStarter Handle
This handle is used to manually

start the engine.

Electric Starter Button
Pressing the electric
starter when

starter

plugged

button

engages

the engine's

electric

into a 120V power source.

Augers
When engaged,
housing.

the augers rotate and draw snow into the auger
The drive control
control

ChuteAssembly
Snow drawn into the auger housing

is located

grip against

on the right handle. Squeeze the

the handle to engage

the wheel drive.

Release to stop.
is discharged

out the chute

*On select models, the drive control also locks the auger control
so that you can operate

assembly.

interrupting

the chute directional

the snow throwing

control

without

process. If the auger control

GasCap

engaged

Unthread

release the auger control (on the left handle) and the augers will
remain engaged. Release both controls to stop the augers and
wheel drive.

the gas cap to add gasoline

to the fuel tank.

simultaneously

with the drive control,

the operator

Note: Always release the drive control

before changing

Failure to do so will result in increased

wear on your machine's

can

speeds.

drive system.

SECTION
4

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

ChuteClean-OutTool

Chute Directional Control
CHUTE

DiRECTiONAL

CONTROL

CHUTE TILT DOWN

clogged chute assembly. Shut offengine
and remain
ARI_IING!
Never
hands
to clear
behind
handles
untiluse
all your
moving
parts
have a
stopped

before

unclogging.

The chute clean-out
the auger

[PUSH BUTTON i
CHUTE ROTATE
LEFT

[PUSH BUTTON]
CHUTE ROTATE
RIGHT

The chute directional

control

is located

Stop the engine

Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which
the rear of the auger housing.

Use the shovel-shaped

on the left side of the

dislodge

by removing

and the Drive Control.

the ignition

key.

end of the clean-out

and scoop any snow and ice which

secures it to

tool to
has formed

and near the chute assembly.

To change

the direction

the button

on the joy-stick

To change
the joy-stick

in which

snow is thrown,

and pivot the joy-stick

squeeze

to the

the angle/distance

which

snow is thrown,

Refasten the clean-out

pivot

While standing

forwa rd or backward.

thrower),

SteeringTriggerControls
STEERING

TRIGGER

CONTROLS

J
The left and right wheel steering
the underside of the handles.
Squeeze the right control
Squeeze the left control

trigger

controls

are located

to turn right.
to turn left.

areas until you are familiar with these controls.
CAUTION:
Operate the snow thrower in open

SECTION 4--

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

tool to the mounting

clip on the

rear of the auger housing, reinsert the ignition
start the snow thrower's engine.

remaining

to the rear of
snow and ice

Release both the Auger Control

right or to the left.

fastened

clip. Should

dash panel.

tool is conveniently
with a mounting

become lodged in the chute assembly during operation,
proceed
as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening:

housing

in the operator's

position

engage the auger control

(behind

key and

the snow

for a few seconds to clear any

snow and ice from the chute assembly.

Operation
Starting The Engine
1.

boot) is fastened

opposite

securely over the metal tip on the

Make certain both the auger control and drive control are
in the disengaged (released) position.

Move throttle

up to FAST position.

into ignition

switch.

that your home's wiring

system. Ask a licensed

electrician

is a three-wire

grounded

if you are not certain.

grounded

current.

It must be used with a properly

three-prong

avoid the possibility
instructions
starter.

of electric

carefully

If you have a grounded
follows:

receptacle

three-prong

the electric

proceed

may be necessary

priming

is below

Pull the starter

if the

15° Fahrenheit.

Grasp the recoil starter

handle and slowly pull the rope out.
harder to pull the

handle with a firm, rapid stroke. Do not
it to snap back. Keep a firm

handle and allow it to slowly recoil.

As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to the
OFF position. If the engine falters, quickly rotate the choke
back to the FULL position

OFF position

and then slowly into the

again.

Plug the extension cord into the outlet located on the
engine's surface. Plug the other end of extension cord

NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after
starting. The engine will not develop full power until it

into a three-prong
ventilated area.

reaches operating

120-volt,

grounded,

AC outlet in a well-

to FULL choke position

(for a cold

warm, place choke control

the OFF position

instead

Push the primer

two or three times for cold engine start,

making

of FULL.

sure to cover vent hole in the center of the primer

when pushing.
NOTE: Do NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a
short shutdown.
Push starter

temperatures.

Stopping TheEngine

Rotate choke control

NOTE: If the engine is already

NOTE:Additional

control

engine start).

to restart a warm engine after a

hold on the starter

shock. Follow all

receptacle,

NOTE: DO NOT use primer
short shutdown.

release the handle and allow

at all times to

prior to operating

(cold engine

two or three times for cold engine start,

At the point where it becomes slightly
rope, slowly allow the rope to recoil.

equipped with a grounded three-wire
power cord
WARNING!
optional to
electric
is volt AC
and plug, and The
is designed
operatestarter
on 120
household

to FULL choke position

sure to cover vent hole in the center of the primer

temperature
3.

i_i

the
the

when pushing.

start unless the key is inserted

Ele(trk Starter
Determine

Push the primer
making

engine cannot

unplugging

NOTE: If the engine is already warm, place choke control
the OFF position instead of FULL.

to turn the key.
NOTE:The

cord, always unplug
before

end from the snow thrower.

Rotate choke control
start).

Insert ignition

key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not attempt

wall outlet

Re(0il Starter

spark plug.
2.

control

the extension

end at the three-prong

Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the
metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the
rubber

When disconnecting

button

Run engine for a few minutes
moisture on the engine.

before stopping

Move throttle

Remove the ignition

Wipe all snow and moisture

to help dry off any

control to STOP position.
key and store in a safe place.
from the area around

the

engine as well as the area in and around the drive control
and auger control. Also, engage and release both controls
several times.

to start engine.

NOTE: Do NOT Do NOT hold the button

down for longer

than seven (7) seconds at a time. Doing so may damage
your engine's

electric

starter.

Once the engine

As the engine

warms, slowly rotate the choke control to the

OFF position.

If the engine falters, quickly

control
again.

starts, release starter

button.

rotate the choke

back to FULL and then slowly into the OFF position

ToEngageDrive

ReplacingShear Pins

The augers are secured

With the throttle control in the Fast (rabbit) position, move
shift lever into one of the six forward (F) positions or two
reverse (R) positions.
snow conditions

Select a speed appropriate

and a pace you're

comfortable

to the spiral shaft with two shear pins

for the

and cotter pins. If the auger should strike a foreign object or ice
jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the pins may shear. If

with.

the augers will not turn, check to see if the pins have sheared.

Squeeze the drive control against the handle the snow
thrower will move. Release it and drive motion will stop.

See Fig. 5-1.

ToSteer
1.

With the drive control

engaged,

squeeze the right steering

trigger

control to turn right. Squeeze the left steering

trigger

control to turn left.
CAUTION:

Operate

the snow thrower

in open

areas and at slow speeds until you are familiar with
the drive control and comfortable
operating the
steering

controls.

ToEngageAugers
1.

To engage the augers and start throwing
the auger control against the left handle.

snow, squeeze
Release to stop

the augers.

Figure 5-1

with anything other than OEM Part No.738-04124A
replacement
AUTION:
NEVER
shear pins.
replace
Anythe
damage
auger to
shear
the pins
auger
gearbox

or other components

do so will NOT be covered

as a result of failing to

by your snow thrower's

warranty.

SECTION

S--

OPERATION

engine and remove the key prior to replacing shear
WARNING!
Always turn offthe snow thrower's
pins.

Maintenance& Adjustments
Maintenance

Lubrication

Engine

GearShaft

Refer

machine

the

Tecumseh

for all

EngJne

manual packed

wJth

The gear (hex) shaft should

your

maJntenance.

engJne

or after every twenty-five

ShavePlate and Skid Shoes
The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom
thrower

are subject to wear. They should

and replaced
To remove

when

of the snow

be checked

periodically

be lubricated

at least once a season

(25) hours of operation.

Carefully pivot the snow thrower
rests on the auger housing.

Remove the frame cover from the underside
thrower

necessary.

by removing

up and forward

four self-tapping

so that it

of the snow

screws which

secure

it. Refer to Fig 7-3.

skid shoes:
3.

Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange
secure them to the snow thrower.

Reassemble

nuts which

new skid shoes with the four carriage bolts

(two on each side) and hex flange nuts. Refer to Fig. 6-1.

Apply a light coating
shaft. See Fig. 6-2.

of engine oil (or 3-in-1 oil) to the hex

NOTE; When lubrication

the hex shaft, be careful not to get

any oil on the aluminum

drive plate or the rubber

wheel. Doing so will hinder the snow thrower's
system. Wipe off any excess or spilled

friction

drive

oil.

\
\

NOTE: Augers not shown for clarity

J
Figure 6-1
Figure 6-2
To remove

shave plate:

Remove the carriage bolts and hex nuts which
the snow thrower housing.

Reassemble
carriage

new shave plate, making

attach it to

sure heads of

bolts are to the inside of housing.

Tighten

Wheels
At least once a season, remove
axles with a multipurpose
wheels.

both wheels.

automotive

Clean and coat the

grease before

reinstalling

securely.

TirePressure
Before operating,
between

check tire pressure and reduce pressure to

15 psi and 20 psi.

If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the unit may pull to
one side or the other.

AugerShaft

Adjustments

At least once a season, remove the shear pins from the auger
shaft. Spray lubricant

inside the shaft and around

and the flange bearings
See Fig. 6-3.

found

Shift Cable

the spacers

at either end of the shaft.

if the full range of speeds (forward
achieved,

and reverse) cannot

adjust the shift cable as follows:

Place the shift lever in the fastest forward

Loosen the hex nut on the shift cable index bracket.

speed position.
See

Fig. 6-4.

I.............

i//

j
Figure 6-3

J
Figure 6-4
3.

Pivot the bracket

Retighten

downward

to take up slack in the cable.

the hex nut.

AugerControl
Refer to the Assembly
adjusting

and Set-up section for instructions on

the auger control

cable.

ChuteAssembly
Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions
adjusting the skid shoes chute assembly.

Skid Shoes
Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions
adjusting the skid shoes.

'°1

SECTION 6--

MAINTENANCE

& ADJUSTMENTS

DriveControl

Chute Directional Control

When the drive control
position,

is released

the cable should

and in the disengaged

have very little slack. It should

"up"

If the chute assembly

NOT be

the chute control

tight.

NOTE; If excessive

slack is present

in the drive cable or if the

snow thrower's drive is disengaging
intermittently
operation, the cable may be in need of adjustment.
Check the adjustment
1.

With the drive control
gently

forward.

loosen the upper and lower hex nuts

on one cable adjuster.

Grasp the metal cable housing

and gently

push upward

to take up slack (usually no more than 1/4-inch) in the cable

as follows:

before

released, push the snow thrower

The unit should

to take up slack:

retightening

both hex nuts.

Repeat on the other cable adjuster

roll freely.

assembly

until the chute

has full range from left-to-right.

See Fig. 6-6.

Engage the drive control and gently attempt to push the
snow thrower forward. The wheels should not turn. The
unit should

of the drive control

Using a 1/2"wrench,
found

during

does not have full range from left-to-right,

cables can be adjusted

not roll freely.

With the d rive control

released, move the shift lever back

and forth between the R2 position and the F6 position
several times. There should be no resistance in the shift
lever.
4.

If any of the above tests failed, the drive cable is in need of
adjustment.

Proceed as follows:

Loosen the lower hex nut on the drive cable bracket.

See

Fig. 6-5.

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//
//'

Figure 6-6

Off-SeasonStorage
If the snow thrower
the storage

will not be used for 30 days or longer, follow

instructions

below.

Lubricate

the machine

Store in a clean, dry area.

If storing the snow thrower
rustproof the machine
the snow thrower.

Figure 6-5
6.

Position the bracket upward to provide
downward
to increase cable tension).

Retighten

the upper

4.
more slack (or

Clean the exterior

as instructed

earlier in this section.

in an unventilated

area,

using a light oil or silicone to coat

of the engine

and the snow thrower.

NOTE: Refer to the Tecumseh Engine manual packed with your
machine for information
on storing your engine.

hex nut.

SECTION 6 =

MAINTENANCE

& ADJUSTMENTS

Service
Belt Replacement

Auger Belt

To prevent

spillage,

up and forward

Remove the frame cover from the underside
thrower by removing
it. See Fig 7-3.

auger belt, proceed

so that it

four self-tapping

of the snow

screws which

secure

place a piece of plastic wrap under the

gas cap and tighten

securely.

Remove the plastic

belt cover on the front of the engine

removing

pivot the snow thrower

rests on the auger housing.

To remove and replace your snow thrower's
as follows:
1.

Carefully

the two self-tapping

screws. See Fig. 7-1.

Figure 7-3

Remove the belt as follows.
a.

See Fig. 7-4.

Loosen and remove the shoulder

screw which

acts

as a belt keeper.
b.
2.

Roll the auger

belt off the engine

Unhook

the support

Figure

Figure 7-2

bracket

pulley. See Fig. 7-2.

7-4

spring from

the frame.

Remove the belt from around
belt between

the support

the auger pulley, and slip the

bracket

and the auger

pulley.

DriveBelt
To remove and replace your snow thrower's
as follows:

See Fig. 7-5.

drive belt, proceed

Place a piece of plastic under

Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by
removing the two self-tapping
screws. Refer to Fig. 7-1.

the gas cap.

Remove the belt as follows.

See Fig. 7-6.:

Roll the auger

belt off the engine

Use a wrench
right.

Lift the drive belt off engine

pulley.

to pivot the idler pulley toward

the

pulley

Figure 7-5
7.

Reassemble auger belt by following instructions in reverse
order.
NOTE: Do not forget
and reconnect
replacement

to reinstall

the shoulder

the spring to the frame

screw

after installing

auger belt.

Figure

7-6

Carefully pivot the snow thrower
rests on the auger housing.

Remove the frame cover from the underside
thrower

by removing

up and forward

four self-tapping

so that it

of the snow

screws which

secure

it. Refer to Fig. 7-3.

SECTION
7 -- SERVICE

Slip the drive belt offthe

pulley and between

wheel and friction

disc. See Fig. 7-7.

wheel

friction

Remove the frame cover from the underside
thrower

by removing

four self-tapping

of the snow

screws which

secure

it. See Fig. 7-8.

Figure 7-7
Figure
7.

Remove and replace
NOTE: Engaging
the belt.

7-8

belt in the reverse order.

the drive control

will ease reassembly

Examine the friction

wheel for signs of wear or cracking.

See Fig. 7-9.

FrictionWheel Inspection
If the snow thrower
and performing
correct

fails to drive with the drive control

the drive control

the problem,

the friction

cable adjustment
wheel

engaged,

fails to

may need to be replaced.

NOTE:Special tools are required and several components
must
be removed and in order to replace the snow thrower's friction
wheel rubber. See an authorized Service Dealer to have the
friction

wheel rubber

as instructed
Manual.

To inspect the friction
1.

replaced

or phone

on page 2 for information

wheel, proceed

Place a piece of plastic under

Customer
on ordering

Support
a Service

as follows:

the gas cap and tighten

securely.
2.

Carefully

pivot the snow thrower

up and forward

so that it

rests on the auger housing.

Figure 7-9

SECTION
7--

SERVICE

Troubleshooting
Problem

Cause

Engine fails to start

1. Choke control

Engine runs erratic

Remedy

not in ON position.

1. Move choke control to ON position.

2. Spark plug wire disconnected.

2. Connect wire to spark plug.

3. Fuel tankempty

3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

or stale fuel.

4. Engine not primed.

4. Prime engine as instructed
section.

5. Faulty spark plug.

5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace spark plug.

6. Safety key not inserted.

6. Insert key fully into the switch.

1. Engine running

1. Move choke control to OFF position.

on CHOKE.

in the Operation

2. Stale fuel.

2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

3. Water or dirt in fuel system.

3. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

4. Carburetor

out of adjustment.

4. Contacta

Tecumseh

Engine Service Center.

Engine overheats

1. Carburetor

not adjusted

properly.

1. Contacta

Tecumseh

Engine Service Center.

Excessive vibration

1. Loose parts or damaged

auger.

1. Stop engine immediately
spark plug wire. Tighten

and disconnect
all bolts and nuts. If

vibration continues, have unit serviced by an
authorized Service Center.
Loss of power

Unit fails to propel

itself

1. Spark plug wire loose.

1. Connect spark plug wire.

2. Gas cap vent hole plugged.

2. Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be
certain vent hole is clear.

1. Drive control

cable in need of adjustment.

Adjust drive control
Maintenance

Unit fails to discharge

snow

cable. Refer to

and Adjustments

2. Drive belt loose or damaged.

1. Chute assembly clogged.

1. Stop engine immediately

section.

Replace drive belt. Refer to Service section
and disconnect

spark plug wire. Clean chute assembly and
inside of auger housing with clean-out tool
or a stick.
2. Foreign object

lodged in auger.

Stop engine immediately

and disconnect

spark plug wire. Remove object
with clean-out tool or a stick.
3. Auger control

Unit fails to turn

cable in need of adjustment.

from auger

Adjust auger control cable. Refer to Assembly
& Set-Up section.

4. Auger belt loose or damaged.

Replace auger belt refer to Service section.

S. Shear pin(s) sheared.

S. Replace shear pin(s).

1. Steering cable loose or damaged.

1. Have unit serviced by an authorized
Center.

Service

ReplacementParts
l

Component

Phone (800) 800-7310
Parts Manual

to order replacement

downloads

are also available

parts or a complete

Part Number

and Description

929-0071

Extention Cord, 1lOV

954-04050
754-0367

Auger Drive Belt
Wheel Drive Belt

684-04159
935-04054

Friction Wheel Assembly
Friction Wheel Rubber

925-04213

Lamp, 12.5V, 37.5W

738-04124A
714-04040

Shear Pin, 1.50
Bow-tie Cotter Pin

784-5580
790-00091
731-05984

Slide Shoe, Standard
Slide Shoe, Deluxe
Slide Shoe, Plastic

731-2643

Chute Clean-out

790-00117
790-00120
790-00121
790-00118

Shave
Shave
Shave
Shave

TC-35062

Key

759-3338

Champion RJ19LM Resistor Spark Plug

Parts Manual

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MANUFACTURER'S

LiMiTED WARRANTY

The limited warranty set forth below is 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 Canadaand/
or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "MTD").
"MTD" warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts and
Attachments as described below) against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of 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, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance,
alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other
peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use
of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by MTD for use
with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as
to any resulting damage.
Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of
purchase. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items
such as: batteries, belts, blades, blade adapters, tines, grass bags,
wheels, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction
wheels, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.
Attachments-- MTD warrants attachments for this product against
defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year,
commencing on the date of the attachment's original purchase or
lease. Attachments include, but are not limited to items such as:
grass collectors and mulch kits.
HOWTO OBTAINSERVICE:Warranty service is available, WITH
PROOFOF PURCHASE,through your local authorized service dealer.
To locate the dealer in your area:
In the U.S.A.
Check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-800-800-7310, 1-330-2204683 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.
In Canada
Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G4J1, or call 1-800668-1238 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdcanada.com.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following
cases:
a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items may carry a
separate manufacturer's warranty. Refer to applicable manufacturer's warranty for terms and conditions.
b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders havea separate oneyear warranty.

FOR

c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade
sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,
deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish
due to use or exposure.
d. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service
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's
authorized channels of export distribution.
f. Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts.
g. Transportation charges and service calls.
h. MTD does not warrant this product for commercial use.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose, applies 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 a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall
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is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above.
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and
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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
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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply
to you.
In no event shaft recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of
the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features of
the product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and liability
for loss, damage, or injuryto you and your property and/or to others
and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the
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.
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warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to
obtain warranty coverage.

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