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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty

O P RA-rO

R'S

MANUAL

Two-Stage Snow Thrower m E, F Style
IMPORTANT
READ SAFETY

RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS

CAREFULLY

BEFORE

OPERATION

Warning: This unit is equippedwithan internalcombustionengineand shouldnot be usedon or nearany uniiprovedforest-covered,brushcoveredor grass-coveredland unlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith a sparkattester meetingapplicablelocalor statelaws(if any),
If a sparkarresteris used,it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator,In theState of Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw
(Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResourcesCode), Otherstatesmay havesimilarlaws,Federallaws applyon federallands,A sparkattester
for the muffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,P.O,Box361131Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019,

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTEDIN U,S,A

FORMNO. 769-01275D
06/22/2006

This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble,
prepare and maintain the unit for best performance.
Please read and understand what it says.

Table of Contents
Safety Labels ......................................................
3
Safe Operation Practices ...................................
4
Setting Up Your Snow Thrower ..........................
6
Operating Your Snow Thrower ...........................
8
MakingAdjustments
.........................................
12

Maintaining Your Snow Thrower ......................
Off-SeasonStorage
...........................................
Trouble- Shooting .............................................
Illustrated Parts List .........................................
Warranty .............................................

14
18
19
20

Back Cover

Finding and Recording Model Number
BEFOREYOU START ASSEMBLING
YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,
please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the
information to the sample model plate providedto the right.
You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating
position and looking down at the rear of the deck. This
information will be necessary to use the manufacturer's web
site and/or obtain assistancefrom the Customer Support
Department or an authorized service dealer.

,, www.mtdproducts.com

IVITD
LLC
P. O. BOX 361131
CLEVELAND,OH 44136
330-220-4683
800-800-731
0

Customer Support
Please do NOTreturn
the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased,
without first contacting Customer Support.
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regardingthe controls, operation or maintenance of this unit,
you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
1. Visit mtdproducts.com for many usefulsuggestions.Clickon
CustomerSupportbutton and youwill get the optionsreproducedin
the screenshot below.Clickon the appropriatebutton and help is
immediatelyavailable.

2. Phonea Customer Support Representative at 1(800)800-7310.

Theengine manufactureris responsiblefor all engine-relatedissues
with regardto performance,power-rating,specifications,warrantyand
service. Pleasereferto theengine manufacturer'sOwner's/Operator's
Manual,packedseparatelywith yourunit, for moreinformation.

1. KEEPAWAYFROMROTATING
IMPELLER
ANDAUGER.CONTACT
WITHIMPELLER
OR
AUGERCANAMPUTATE
HANDSANDFEET.
TOOLTOUNCLOG
. USECLEAN-OUT
DISCHARGE
CHUTE.
CLUTCH
LEVERS,
STOPENGINE,
3. DISENGAGE
ANDREMAINBEHINDHANDLES
UNTILALL
MOVINGPARTSHAVESTOPPEDBEFORE
UNCLOGGING
ORSERVICINGMACHINE.
.

TOAVOIDTHROWNOBJECTS
INJURIES,
NEVER
DIRECT
DISCHARGE
ATBYSTANDERS.
USEEXTRA
CAUTION
WHENOPERATING
ON
GRAVELSURFACES.

5. READOPERATOR'SMANUAL.
_CLEAN-OUT TOOL I1_,

WARNING
This symbol points
out importantsafety
instructionswhich, if
not followed,could
endangerthe personal
safety and/or property
of yourselfand others.
Readand follow all
instructionsin this
manual beforeattemptingto operate
this machine. Failure
to complywith these
instructionsmay result
in personalinjury.When
you see this symbol.
HEED ITS WARNING!
A chute clean-outtool is fastenedto the top of the
augerhousingwith a mountingclip. Thetool is designed
to cleara chuteassemblyof ice and snow,
This item is fastenedwith a cabletie at the factory.Cut
the cabletie beforeoperatingthe snowthrower,

ChuteClean-outTool

WARNING: Never use your
hands to clear a clogged chute
assembly. Shut off engine and
remain behind handles until
all moving parts have stopped
before using the clean-out tool
to clear the chute assembly.

Your Responsibility
Restrict the use
of this power machine
to persons who read,
understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
in this manual
and on the machine.

WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of Californiato cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductiveharm.
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can
result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
Failureto observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

Training

Preparation

1. Read,understand,andfollowall instructionson the
machineandin the manual(s)beforeattemptingto
assembleand operate.Keepthis manualina safe placefor
futureandregularreferenceandfor orderingreplacement
2.
3.

WARNING
This symbol points
out importantsafety
instructionswhich, if
not followed,could
endangerthe personal
i safety and/or property
i ofyourselfand others.
Read and follow all
instructionsin this
manual beforeattemptingto operate
this machine. Failure
to comply with these
i instructionsmay result
i in personalinjury.When
you see this symbol.

4.
5.

1. Thoroughlyinspectthe area wherethe equipmentis to be
used. Removeall doormats,newspapers,sleds, boards,
wires,and otherforeignobjects,whichcould betripped over
or thrown bythe auger/impeller.
parts.
2. Alwayswearsafetyglasses or eye shieldsduringoperation
Be familiarwithall controlsandtheir properoperation.
andwhile performingan adjustmentor repairto protectyour
Knowhowto stopthe machineanddisengagethem quickly.
eyes. Thrownobjectswhich ricochetcan cause serious
Neverallowchildrenunder14 yearsoldto operatethis
injury to the eyes.
machine.Children14 yearsold andovershouldread and
understandthe operationinstructionsand safetyrulesin
3. Do not operatewithoutwearingadequatewinterouter
this manualand shouldbe trainedand supervisedbya
garments.Do not wearjewelry, long scarves,or other
parent.
loose clothingwhichcould becomeentangledin moving
Neverallowadultsto operatethis machinewithoutproper
parts. Wearfootwearwhich will improvefooting on slippery
instruction.
surfaces.
Thrownobjectscan causeserious personalinjury.Plan
4. Usea groundedthree-wireextensioncordand receptacle
yoursnow-throwingpatternto avoiddischargeof material
forall units withelectric startengines.
towardroads,bystanders,andthe like.
5. Adjustcollectorhousingheight to cleargravel or crushed
Keepbystanders,helpers,pets,andchildrenat least 75
rock surfaces.
feetfromthe machinewhileit is in operation.Stop machine
if anyoneentersthe area.
6. Disengageall control leversbeforestartingthe engine.
Exercisecautionto avoidslippingor falling,especially
7. Neverattemptto makeany adjustmentswhileengineis
running,exceptwherespecificallyrecommendedinthe
when operatingin reverse.
operator'smanual.
8,
Let engine andmachineadjustto outdoortemperature
beforestartingto clearsnow.
9. Toavoid personalinjury or propertydamage use extreme
care inhandlinggasoline.Gasolineis extremelyflammable
andthe vaporsare explosive.Serious personalinjury can
occurwhen gasolineis spilledon yourself or your clothes,
whichcan ignite.Washyour skinand changeclothes
immediately.
a. Useonly an approvedgasolinecontainer.
b. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars, pipes andothersources
of ignition.
c. Neverfuel machineindoors.
d. Neverremovegas cap or add fuel whilethe engineis hot
or running.
e. Allow engineto coolat leasttwo minutesbeforerefueling.
f. Neveroverfill fuel tank. Filltank to no morethan Y2-inch

i HEED ITS WARNING!

Your Responsibility
Restrict the use
of this power machine
to persons who read,
understand

below bottomoffiller neckto providespacefor fuel
expansion.
g. Replacegasolinecap andtighten securely.
h. If gasolineis spilled,wipe it off the engine and equipment. Movemachineto another area.Wait fiveminutes
beforestartingthe engine.
i. Neverstorethe machineor fuel containerinside where

and follow the warnings
and instructions
i in this manual
and onthe machine.

there is an openflame, sparkor pilot light (e.g.furnace,
waterheater,spaceheater,clothesdryeretc.).
j. Allow machineto cool at leastfive minutes before
storing.

Operation

Maintenance

1. Donot put hands or feet near rotatingparts, inthe
auger/impellerhousingor chuteassembly.Contactwiththe
rotatingparts can amputatehands andfeet.
2. The auger/impellercontrolleveris a safetydevice.Never
bypassits operation.Doingso makesthe machineunsafe
and may causepersonalinjury.
3. The controlleversmustoperate easilyin bothdirections
and automaticallyreturnto the disengagedpositionwhen
released.

& Storage

1. Nevertamper withsafetydevices.Checktheir proper
operationregularly.Referto the maintenanceandadjustmentsectionsof this manual.
2. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspectingmachinedisengageall control leversandstop the engine.Wait untilthe
auger/impellercometo a completestop. Disconnectthe
sparkplug wire and groundagainstthe engineto prevent
unintendedstarting.
3. Checkbolts and screwsfor propertightness at frequent
intervalsto keepthe machinein safe workingcondition.
Also,visuallyinspectmachinefor any damage.
4. Do not changethe engine governorsettingor over-speed
the engine.The governorcontrols the maximumsafe
operatingspeed of the engine.
5. Snowthrowershaveplatesand skidshoesare subjectto
wearanddamage. For yoursafetyprotection,frequently
check all componentsand replacewith originalequipment
manufacturer's(OEM) parts only."Use of partswhich do
not meetthe original equipmentspecificationsmaylead to
improperperformanceandcompromisesafety!"
6. Checkcontrols periodicallyto verify they engageand
disengageproperlyandadjust, if necessary.Referto the
adjustmentsection inthis operator'smanualfor instructions.
7. Maintainor replacesafetyandinstructionlabels, as necessary.
8. Observeproper disposallaws andregulationsfor gas, oil,
etc. to protectthe environment.
9. Priorto storing,run machinea few minutesto clearsnow
from machineand preventfreezeup of auger/impeller.
10. Neverstorethe machineor fuel containerinside where
thereis an openflame, sparkor pilot lightsuch as a water
heater,furnace, clothesdryeretc.
11. Alwaysreferto the operator'smanualfor proper instructions
on off-seasonstorage.

4. Neveroperate witha missingor damagedchuteassembly.
Keepall safetydevicesin place andworking.
5. Neverrunan engineindoorsor in a poorlyventilatedarea.
Engineexhaustcontainscarbonmonoxide,an odorlessand
deadly gas.
6. Donot operate machinewhile underthe influenceof alcohol
or drugs.
7. Mufflerandengine becomehot andcan causea burn.Do
not touch.
8. Exerciseextremecaution when operatingon or crossing
gravel surfaces.Stay alert for hidden hazardsor traffic.
9. Exercisecaution when changingdirectionandwhileoperating on slopes.
10. Plan yoursnow-throwingpatternto avoid dischargetowards
windows,walls, cars etc. Thus, avoidingpossibleproperty
damage or personalinjury causedby a ricochet.
11. Neverdirect dischargeat children,bystanders,and pets or
allow anyonein front of the machine.
12. Donot overloadmachinecapacity byattemptingto clear
snow at too fast of a rate.
13. Neveroperatethis machinewithoutgoodvisibility or light.
Alwaysbe sure of yourfooting and keepa firm hold on the
handles.Walk, neverrun.
14. Disengagepowerto the auger/impellerwhentransportingor
not in use.

Do not modify

15. Neveroperate machineat hightransport speedson slippery
surfaces. Lookdownand behindand use care when

engine

Toavoid seriousinjuryor death,do not modifyengine inany
way.Tamperingwiththe governorsettingcan leadto a runaway
engineandcauseit to operateat unsafespeeds.Nevertamper
withfactorysettingof enginegovernor.
Notice regarding
Emissions

backingup.
16. Ifthe machineshouldstartto vibrate abnormally,stop the
engine,disconnectthe sparkplug wire and groundit against
the engine.Inspectthoroughlyfor damage.Repairany
damage beforestartingandoperating.
17. Disengageall control leversandstop engine beforeyou
leavethe operatingposition (behindthe handles).Wait
untilthe auger/impellercomesto a completestop before
uncloggingthe chuteassembly,makingany adjustments,or
inspections.
18. Neverput yourhand in the dischargeor collectoropenings.
Alwaysuse the clean-outtool providedto unclogthe discharge opening.Donot unclogchuteassemblywhileengine
is running.Shut off engine and remainbehindhandlesuntil
all movingparts havestoppedbefore unclogging.
19. Useonly attachmentsandaccessoriesapprovedbythe
manufacturer(e.g. wheelweights,tire chains,cabs etc.).
20. If situationsoccurwhich are not coveredin this manual,use
care and goodjudgment. Contactyourdealeror call the
customerservice numberfound on page two.

Engineswhichare certifiedto complywithCaliforniaandfederal
EPAemissionregulationsfor SORE(SmallOff RoadEquipment)
arecertified to operateon regularunleadedgasoline,and may
includethe followingemissioncontrolsystems:EngineModification (EM)andThreeWayCatalyst(TWC)if so equipped.
Your Responsibility
Restrictthe useof this powermachineto personswho read,understandand followthe warningsand instructionsin this manual
andon the machine.

Practices

WARNING
This symbol points
out important safety
instructions, which if
not followed, could
endanger the personal
safety and/or property
of yourself and others.
Read and follow all
instructions in this manual before attempting to
operate this machine.
Failureto comply with
these instructions may
result in personal injury.
When you see this
symbol.
HEED

IT'S WARNING!

Your Responsibility
Restrict the use
of this power machine
to persons who read,
understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
in this manual
and on the machine.

Observethe lowerrear area of the snowthrowerto
be sure bothcablesare alignedwith rollerguides
beforepivotingthe handleupward,
NOTE:Referenceto right
and left side of the machine
are observedfrom the
operatingposition.

NOTE:This Operator's
Manualcoversseveral
models.Snowthrower
featuresvary by model.Not
all featuresdiscussedin
this manualare applicable
to all snowthrowermodels,

Securethe handleby tighteningthe plasticknob
locatedon both the left and right sidesof the handle,
Removeand discardanyrubber bands,if present,
Theyare for packagingpurposesonly,
Positionthe chute assemblyoverthe base,

4, Closethe flangekeepersto securethe chute
assemblyto the chute base,Theflangekeeperswill
click intoplacewhenproperlysecure,
NOTE:If the flangekeeperswill not easilyclick into
place,usethe palmof yourhand to applyswift,firm
pressureto the back of each,

NOTE:Two replacement
augershearpinsand bow
' tie cotterpinsare provided
for yourconvenience.Store
i in a safe placeuntil
i needed.Referto "Augers"
i in the MaintenanceSection
ofthis manualfor more
information.

5. Removethe flat washerand hairpinclip from theend
of the chute directionalcontrol.
Insertthe end of the chute directionalcontrolinto the
lowerbracketand securewith theflat washerand hairpin clipjust removed.If necessary,the lowerbracket
can be adjusted.Referto ChuteBracketAdjustment.
on Page 13.

Adjustments
Auger Control
IMPORTANT:Priorto operatingyoursnowthrower,refer
to Auger ControlTeston page 11.Readand followall
instructionscarefullyand performall adjustmentsto verify
your snowthroweris operatingsafelyand properly.

Skid Shoes
IMPORTANT:It is not recommendedthat you operate
this snowthroweron gravelas loosegravelcan be easily
picked up and thrownby the augercausingpersonal
injury or damageto the snow thrower.

IMPORTANT
Priorto operating your
snow thrower, refer
to Auger Control Test
on page 11. Read and
fo low all instructions

The snowthrowerskid shoesare adjustedupwardat the
factory for shippingpurposes.Adjust themdownward,if
desired,prior to operatingthe snowthrower.Referto Skid
Shoeson page 13.

carefully and perform
all adjustments to verify
your snow thrower is
operating safely and
properly.

NOTE:If youchooseto operatethe snow throweron
a gravelsurface,keepthe skid shoes in positionfor
maximumclearancebetweenthe groundand the shave
plate.

Tire Pressure
Beforeoperating,checktire pressureand reducepressure in bothtires to between15psi and 20 psi.
NOTE:If thetire pressureis not equalin bothtires,the
unit may nottravel in a straightpathand the shaveplate
may wearunevenly.

Know Your Snow Thrower

Shift Lever
DriveControl

er Control

Electric Start Button
Gas Cap
Chute Assemh_I Fill \\

ChuteDirectional
Control
\,

Clean 0ut _'---__

EngineControls
RecoilStarter
Handle
ElectricStarterOutlet/i

Ignition
Key

WARN

Choke
Control

SkidShoe

Read, understand,
and follow all instructions and warnings
on the machine and
in this manual before

Control
Jj

Figure 1

operating.
Use extreme care
when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable
and the vapors are
explosive. Never fuel
the machine indoors
or while the engine
is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes and
other sources of

Choke Control

Now that you have set up your snow thrower for
operation, get acquainted with its controls and features. These are described below and illustrated in
Figure 1. This knowledge will allow you to use your
new equipment to its fullest potential.

NOTE: Fordetailedstartinginstructionsand more
informationon all enginecontrols,referto the separate
enginemanualpackedwith your unit

Thechokecontrol is foundon the rear of the engineand
is activatedby rotatingthe knobclockwise,Activatingthe
chokecontrolclosesthe chokeplateon thecarburetor
and aids in startingthe engine,

Shift Lever

Throttle

The shiftleveris locatedin the rightside of the handle
paneland is usedto determinegorundspeedand
directionof travel,

in figures throughoutthis
manual,

Control

Thethrottlecontrolis locatedon the
engine,It regulatesthe speedof the
engineand will shut off the enginewhen
pusheddowncompletely,

ignition.
NOTE:Snowthrowersvary
by modelwith regardto
featuresand components.
Yoursnowthrowermay
NOT resemble,in detail,
snowthrowersillustrated

__Primer

Primer
Depressingthe primerforcesfuel directly
intothe engine'scarburetorto aid in
cold-weatherstarting,

Forward
Thereare six forward(F) speeds,Positionone (1) is the
slowestand positionsix (6) is the fastest,

Oil Fill

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

Engineoil levelcan be checkedand oil
addedthroughthe oil fill,

Chute Directional

Auger Control

Control

AUGER
CONTROL

CHUTE

DIRECTIONAL

CONTROL
ADJUSTABLE
CHUTETILT

DISCHARGE
LEFT

The chutedirectionalcontrol is locatedon left sideof the
snowthrower.

Theauger controlis locatedon the left handle.Squeeze
thecontrol grip againstthe handleto engagethe augers
and start snowthrowingaction. Releaseto stop.

Drive Control / Auger

DRIVE
CONTROL

Tochangethe directionin which snowis thrown,turn
chute directionalcontrolas follows:

Clutch Lock*

•

Crankclockwiseto dischargeto the left.

•

Crankcounterclockwiseto dischargeto the right.

Clean-Out

Tool

WARNING: Never use your hands
to clear a clogged chute assembly.
Shut off engine and remain behind
handles until all moving parts have
stopped before unclogging.
The chuteclean-outtool is fastenedto the
top of the augerhousingwith a mountingclip. Thetool is
designedto clear a cloggedchuteassembly.
Thedrivecontrol is locatedon the right handle.Squeeze
thecontrol grip againstthe handleto engagethe wheel
drive. Releaseto stop.
*On selectmodels,thedrive controlalsolocksthe auger
controlso that youcan operatethe chutedirectional
controlwithoutinterruptingthe snowthrowingprocess.
If theauger controlis engagedsimultaneouslywith the
drivecontrol,the operatorcan releasethe augercontrol
(on the left handle)and theaugerswill remainengaged.
Releasebothcontrolsto stop the augersand wheel
drive.

NOTE: This item is fastenedwith a cabletie to the rear
of the auger housingat the factory.Cut the cabletie
beforeoperatingthe snowthrower.

Skid Shoes
Positionthe skid shoesbasedon surfaceconditions.
Adjust upwardfor hard-packedsnow.Adjustdownward
whenoperatingon gravelor crushed rock surfaces.

WARNING
The operation of
any snow thrower
can result in foreign
objects being thrown
intothe eyes, which
can damage your
eyes severely. Always
wear safety glasses
while operating the
snowthrower, or while
performing any adjustments or repairs on it.

Electric Starter Outlet

Be sure no one other

IMPORTANT:Alwaysreleasethe drivecontrol before
changingspeeds.

Requirestheuse of a three-prongoutdoorextensioncord
and a 120Vpowersource/walloutlet.

Ignition

Augers

than the operator is
standing near the sno_
thrower while starting
engine or operating
snow thrower. Never
run engine indoors or
in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. En-

Key

The ignitionkey is a safetydevise.It mustbe fully
insertedin order for the engineto start. Removethe
ignitionkeywhenthe snow throweris notin use.
Do notturn the ignitionkey in an attemptto start the
engine.Doingso may causeit to break.

Recoil Starter

Whenengaged,the augersrotateand draw snowinto the
auger housing.

Chute Assembly
Snowdrawnintothe auger housingis dischargedoutthe
chute assembly.

Handle

Gas Cap

This handleis usedto manuallystartthe engine.

Electric

Starter

Unthreadthe gas capto add gasolineto the fueltank.

Button

Pressingthe electricstarterbuttonengagesthe engine's
electricstarterwhen pluggedinto a 120Vpowersource.

gine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide,an
odorless and deadly
gas. Keep hands, feet,
hairand loose clothinc
away from any moving
parts on engine and
snow thrower.

Gas & Oil Fill-Up

WARNING

Servicethe enginewith gasolineand oil as instructedin
theTecurnsehEnginesmanualpackedseparatelywith
yoursnowthrower.Readinstructionscarefully,
StartingThe Engine
1, Attachsparkplug wireto sparkplug. Makecertain
the metalloop on theend of the sparkplug wire
(insidethe rubberboot)is fastenedsecurelyoverthe
metaltip on the sparkplug.

Read, understand,
and follow all instruc-

2, Makecertain boththe augercontroland drivecontrol
are in thedisengaged(released)position,

tions and warnings
on the machine and
in this manual before

3, Movethrottlecontrolup to FASTposition.Insert
ignitionkeyinto slot. Makesureit snaps intoplace.
Do notattemptto turn the key.

operating.

NOTE:The enginecannotstart unlessthe key is
insertedintoignitionswitch,

Use extreme care
when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable
and the vapors are
explosive. Never fuel
the machine indoors
or while the engine
is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes and
other sources of
ignition.

If your home's
wiring system is not a
three-wire grounded
system,do not use
this electric starter
under any conditions.

If your home
electrical system
is grounded, but a
three-hole receptacle
is not available,do
not use your snow
thrower's electric
starter.

Electric Starter
1, Determinethat yourhome'swiringis a three-wire
groundedsystem,Ask a licensedelectricianif you
are not certain.

WARNING: The optional electric
starter is equipped with a
grounded three-wire power cord
and plug, and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household
current. It must be used with a
properly grounded three-prong
receptacle at all times to avoid
the possibility of electric shock.
Follow all instructions carefully
prior to operating the electric
starter.
If youhavea groundedthree-prongreceptacle,proceed
as follows:
1, Plug theextensioncord intothe outletlocatedon
theengine'ssurface, Plugtheother end of extension
cord intoa three-prong120-volt,grounded,AC outlet
in a well-ventilatedarea.
2, Rotatechokecontrol to FULLchoke position(for a
coldengine start),
NOTE: If the engineis alreadywarm,placechoke
controlin the OFFpositioninsteadof FULL.
3, Pushthe primertwo or threetimesfor coldengine
start, makingsureto covervent hole in thecenterof
the primerwhenpushing,

6, As theenginewarms, slowlyrotatethe chokecontrol
to the OFF position.If theenginefalters,quickly rotate
the chokecontrolback to FULLand then slowlyinto
the OFF positionagain.
7, Whendisconnectingthe extensioncord, always
unplugthe end at the three-prongwalloutlet before
unpluggingthe oppositeend from the snowthrower.
Recoil Starter
1, Rotatechoke controlto FULLchoke position(cold
enginestart),
NOTE: If the engineis alreadywarm,placechokecontrol
in theOFF positioninsteadof FULL.
2, Pushthe primertwo or threetimesfor cold engine
start, makingsureto covervent hole in thecenter of
the primerwhen pushing,
NOTE: DONOT useprimerto restarta warmengineafter
a short shutdown.
NOTE:Additionalprimingmaybe necessaryif the
temperatureis below15o Fahrenheit,
3, Graspthe recoilstarterhandleand slowlypull the rope
out, At the pointwhereit becomesslightlyharderto
pull the rope,slowlyallowthe ropeto recoil.
4, Pull the starterhandlewith a firm, rapid stroke,Donot
releasethe handleand allowit to snapback, Keepa
firm hold on the starterhandleand allowit to slowly
recoil,
,

As theenginewarms, slowlyrotatethe chokecontrol
to the OFF position.If theenginefalters,quickly rotate
the chokecontrolback to the FULLpositionand then
slowlyintothe OFF positionagain.

NOTE:Allowthe engineto warm up for a few minutes
after starting.Theenginewill not developfull poweruntil it
reachesoperatingtemperatures.

Stopping The Engine
Runenginefor a few minutesbeforestoppingto helpdry
off any moistureon the engine.
1, Movethrottlecontrolto STOPposition.
2, Removetheignitionkey and store in a safe place,
3, Wipeall snowand moisturefrom the areaaroundthe
engineas wellas the area in and aroundthe drive
controland augercontrol,Also,engageand release
bothcontrolsseveraltimes.

NOTE: DONOT useprimerto restarta warm engine
after a short shutdown.
4, Pushstarterbuttonto start engine.
5, Oncethe enginestarts,releasestarterbutton.

Chute Clean-Out Tool

To Engage Augers

Thechute clean-outtool is convenientlyfastenedto the
rear of the augerhousingwith a mountingclip. Should
snowand ice becomelodgedin the chuteassembly
duringoperation,proceedas followsto safelycleanthe
chuteassemblyand chuteopening:
1. Releaseboththe AugerControland the Drive
Control.

1. Toengagethe augersand startthrowingsnow,
squeezethe auger controlagainstthe left handle.
Releaseto stop theaugers.

3. Removethe clean-outtool fromthe clip which
securesit to the rearof the auger housing.

Auger Control Test
Performthe followingtest beforeoperatingyoursnow
throwerfor thefirst time and at the startof eachwinter.
Checkthe adjustmentof the auger controlas follows:
1. Whenthe augercontrol is releasedand in the
disengaged"up" )osition,thecable shouldhavevery
little slack. It shouldNOTbe tight.

4. Use the shovel-shapedend of the clean-outtool to
dislodgeand scoop anysnow and icewhich has
formedin and nearthe chute assembly.

2. Ina well-ventilatedarea,startthe snowthrower
engineas instructedon the previouspage.Make sure
the throttleis set in the FASTposition.

5. Refastenthe clean-outtool to the mountingclip on
the rearof theauger housing,reinsertthe ignitionkey
and startthe snow thrower'sengine.

3. Whilestandingin theoperator'sposition(behindthe
snowthrower),engagethe auger.

2. Stopthe engineby removingthe ignitionkey.

6. Whilestandingin the operator'sposition(behindthe
snowthrower),engagethe augercontrolfor a few
secondsto clearany remainingsnowand ice from the
chuteassembly.

To Engage Drive
With thethrottlecontrol in the Fast(rabbit)position,
moveshift leverintoone of the six forward(F)
positionsor two reverse(R) positions.Selecta speed
appropriatefor the snowconditionsand a paceyou're
comfortablewith.
2. Squeezetheauger controlagainstthe handleand the
augerswill turn. Releaseit and the augerswill stop.
3. Squeezethedrivecontrol againstthehandlethe
snowthrowerwill move.Releaseit and drivemotion
will stop.

4. Allowthe augerto remainengagedfor approximately
ten (10) secondsbeforereleasingthe augercontrol.
Repeatthis severaltimes.
5. With the throttlecontrolin the FAST(rabbit)position
and the augercontrol in the disengaged"up"position,
walk to the front of the machine.
6. Confirmthat the auger hascompletelystopped
rotatingand showsNOsigns of motion.If the auger
showsANYsigns of rotating,immediatelyreturnto
the operator'spositionand shut off the engine.Wait
for ALL movingparts to stop beforere-adjustingthe
auger control.

DriveSpeed, use the
slower speeds until
you are comfortable
and familiar with the

NEVER reposition the
shift lever (change
speeds or directior
of travel)without first
releasing the drive
control and bringing
the snow thrower
to a complete stop
Doing so will result in
premature wear to the
snow thrower'-sdrive
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system,

7. To readjustthe controlcable, loosenthe upper hex
nuton the augercable bracket.
8. Positionthe bracketupwardto providemoreslack(or
downwardto increasecabletension).See Figure2.
9. Retightenthe upperhex nut.
10.RepeatAuger Control Test to verifyproperadjustmenthas beenachieved.

WARNING
Never use your hands
to clean snow and
assembly or auger

The muffler, engine
areas become hot
burn, Do not touch,

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Figure 2

Auger Control
Referto Auger ControlTeston Page 11to adjustthe
augercontrol.

Shift Cable
If thefull rangeof speeds(forwardand reverse)cannot
be achieved,referto the figuresto the rightand adjust
the shiftcableas follows:
1. Placethe shiftleverin the fastest forwardspeed
position.
2. Loosenthe hex nuton the shiftcable indexbracket.
See Figure3.
3. Pivotthe bracketdownwardto take up slack in the
cable.

4. Retightenthe hex nut.

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Figure 3

Drive Control

Whenthedrivecontrol is releasedand in thedisen-

WARNING
Read, understand,
and follow all instructions and warnings
on the machine and
in this manual before
operating.
Never attempt to
make any adjustments while the
engine is running,
except where specified in operator's
manual.

gaged"up" position,the cable shouldhavevery little
slack. It shouldNOT be tight.
Checkthe adjustmentof the drivecontrolas follows:
1. With thedrive controlreleased,pushthe snow
throwergently forward.The unitshouldroll freely.

2. Engagethedrivecontroland gentlyattemptto push
the snowthrowerforward.Thewheels shouldnot
turn. Theunit shouldnotroll freely.
3. With thedrive controlreleased,movethe shift lever
backand forth betweenthe R2positionand the F6
positionseveraltimes. Thereshouldbe no resistance
in the shiftlever.
4. If anyof the abovetestsfailed, thedrive cableis in
needof adjustment.Proceedas follows:
5. Loosenthe lowerhexnut on the drivecable bracket.
See Figure4.

Figure 4

6. Positionthe bracketupwardto providemoreslack (or
downwardto increasecabletension).
7. Retightenthe upper hexnut.

Chute Assembly
Thedistancesnowis throwncan be adjustedby changing the angleof thechute assembly.Todo so:
1. Stopthe engineby removingthe ignitionkeyand
loosenthe plasticknobfoundon the left side of the
chuteassembly.
2. Pivotthe chute upwardor downwardbeforeretighteningthe wingknob. See Figure5.

Figure 5

Skid Shoes
The spacebetweenthe skid shoesand the groundcan
be adjusted,See Figure6,
• Forclose snow removalon a smoothsurface,raise
skid shoes higheron the augerhousing,

° Use a middleor lowerpositionwhenthe areato be
clearedis uneven,such as a graveldriveway,
Toadjustthe skid shoes:
1, Loosenthe four hexnuts (two on each side)and
carriagebolts, Moveskid shoesto desiredposition,
2, Makecertainthe entirebottomsurfaceof skid shoeis
againsttheground to avoidunevenwearon the skid
shoes,
3. Retightennutsand boltssecurely.
Figure 6

Chute Bracket Adjustment
If the spiralat the bottomof the chutedirectionalcontrol
is not fully engagingwith the chuteassembly,thechute
bracketcan be adjusted,Todo so:
1, loosenthe two nutswhich securethe chute bracket

WARNING

and repositionit slightly,See Figure7.
2. Retightenthe nuts.

_oosegravelcan be picked
Jp andthrown bythe auger,
causinginjuryto the operator
and bystandersand/or
dar_ageto the snowthrower

Tire Pressure
Beforeoperating,checktire pressureand reducepressureto between15 psiand 20 psi,
If thetire pressureis notequal in bothtires,the unit may
pull to one side or the other,

and surroundingproperty,

Figure 7

Engine
Referto the separate TecumsehEnginesmanual
packedwithyour unitfor all enginemaintenance.

Lubrication
Engine
Referto the separate TecumsehEnginesmanual
packedwithyour unitfor all enginelubricationinstructions.
Gear Shaft
Thegear (hex) shaftshouldbe lubricatedat least once
a seasonor after every25 hoursof operation.
1. Removethelowerframe coverby removingthe two
screwswhichsecureit.
2. Applya lightcoatingof an all-weathermulti-purpose
greaseto the hex shaft.See Figure8.
Wheels
At leastonce a season,removeboth wheels.Cleanand
coat theaxles with a multipurposeautomotivegrease
beforereinstallingwheels.

WARNI NG
repairing, or inspect,

Figure 8

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Spacers

Chute Directional Control
Oncea season,thejoystickshouldbe lubricatedwith
petroleumjelly, linseedoil, mineraloil, paraffinwax or
3-in-1oil.
Auger Shaft
At leastonce a season,removethe shearpinson auger
shaft. Spraylubricantinsideshaft, aroundthe spacers.
Alsolubricatethe flangebearingsfoundat eitherend of
the shaft. See Figure9.
Gear Case
Theaugergear case has beenfilled with greaseat the
factory.If disassembledfor any reason,lubricatewith
two ouncesof grease(Part Number737-0168).

Figure 9

NOTE: Donot overfillthe gearcase. Damageto the
sealscould result.Be surethe vent plug is freeof
greasein orderto relievepressure.

Avoidoil spillage on
rubber friction wheel
and aluminum drive
Platel

Shave Plate and Skid Shoes
Theshaveplateand skid shoeson the bottomof the
snowthrowerare subjectto wear.Theyshouldbe
checkedperiodicallyand replacedwhennecessary.
Toremoveskid shoes:
1. Removethefour carriagebolts and hexflangenuts
which securethem to the snowthrower.
2. Reassemblenew skid shoeswith the fourcarriage
bolts (two on each side)and hexflange nuts.Refer
to Figure10.

NOTE:Augersnot shownfor clarity,

Toremoveshaveplate:

1. Removethecarriageboltsand hexnuts which
attachit to the snowthrowerhousing.

Figure 10

2. Reassemblenew shaveplate,makingsureheadsof
carriagebolts are to the insideof housing.Tighten
securely.

Auger Belt Replacement
To removeand replaceyoursnow thrower'sauger belt,
proceedas follows:
1. Removethe plasticbelt coveron the front of the
engineby removingthe two self-tappingscrews.

NOTE:Drainthe gasolinefrom the snowthrower,or
placea pieceof plasticunderthe gas cap.
2. Carefullypivotthe snowthrowerup and forwardso
that it restson the augerhousing.Removethe frame
coverfrom the undersideof the snow throwerby
removingfour self-tappingscrewswhich secureit.

ntaining
SnoW

3. Rollthe auger beltoff the enginepulley.
4. a. Loosenand removethe shoulderscrewwhich
actsas a belt keeper.
b. Unhookthesupport bracketspringfromthe
frame.
5. Removethe beltfrom aroundtheauger pulley,and
slipthe beltbetweenthe supportbracketand the
augerpulley.Reassembleaugerbelt by following
instructionsin reverseorder.
NOTE:Do NOTforgetto reinstallthe shoulderscrew
and reconnectthe springto the frame after installinga
replacementaugerbelt.

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NOTE: Although
multi-viscosity(
(5W30.10W30 etc:
improve starting in cold
weather,
viscosity oilsalso result
in higher oi! consumpi
tion when used above
32°E Check your snow
thrower!s engine oil
level more frequently to
gine
amage from running
low on oil.
NOTE: Do not sand'
blast spark plug spark
plug should becleaned
by scraping or wire
brushing and washing
with a commercial

NEVERreplace the
auger shear pins with
standard pins,
e to the auger
earbox or other component& as a result of
doing so, wil! NOTbe
covered by your snow
throwerls Warranty,

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Augers
• Theaugersare securedto the spiralshaftwith two
shearpinsand cotterpins, If the augershouldstrikea
foreignobject or icejam, the snowthroweris designed
so that the pinsmay shear,Referto Figure9,
If theaugerswill notturn, checkto seeif the pinshave
sheared,One set of replacementshearpins hasbeen
providedwith the snowthrower.When replacingpins,
sprayan oil lubricantintoshaft beforeinsertingnew
pins,

Drive Belt Replacement
Toremoveand replaceyoursnow thrower'sauger belt,
proceedas follows:
1, Removetheplasticbelt coveron thefront of the
engineby removingthe two self-tappingscrews,
• Drainthe gasolinefromthe snowthrower,or placea
pieceof plasticunderthe gas cap,
/

NEVERreplace
theaugershear
pinswithanything
otherthanOEM
PartNo.738-04124
replacement
shear
pins.Anydamage
to
theaugergearbox
i orothercomponents
asa resultoffailing
to dosowillNOTbe
coveredbyyoursnow
thrower's
warranty.

• Carefullypivotthe snowthrowerup and forwardso
that it restson the augerhousing,
2, Removetheframe coverfrom the undersideof the
snowthrowerby removingfour self-tappingscrews
which secureit,
3, a, Graspthe idler pulleyand pivot it towardthe right,
b, Rollthe auger beltoff the enginepulley,
c, Lift the drivebelt off engine pulley,
4, Slip the drivebeltoff the pulleyand betweenfriction
wheeland frictionwheeldisc,
• Removeand replacebelt in the reverseorder,

Friction Wheel Removal
If the snowthrowerfails to drivewith the drivecontrol
engaged,and performingthedrivecontrol cableadjustmenton page 14fails to correctthe problem,the friction
wheelmay needto be replaced,Followthe instructions
below,Examinethe frictionwheelfor signsof wearor
crackingand replaceif necessary
• Placethe shiftleverin third Forward(F3) position,
• Drainthe gasolinefrom the snowthrower,or placea
pieceof plasticunderthe gas cap,

Maintaining
Your Snow

• Carefullypivotthe snowthrowerup and forwardso
that it restson the augerhousing,
1, a, Removethe frame coverfrom the undersideof
the snowthrowerby removingfourself-tapping
screwswhichsecure it,
b, Removethe right-handwheelby removingthe
screwand bell washerwhichsecureit to the axle,
2, Carefullyremovethe hex nutand washerwhich
securesthe hexshaft to the snowthrowerframeand
lightlytap the shaft'send to dislodgethe ball bearing
fromthe rightsideof the frame,

When reassembling
the friction wheel as-

3, Carefullypositionthehex shaftdownwardand to
the left beforecarefullyslidingthefrictionwheel
assemblyoff the shaft,

sembly,tighten each
screw only one rotation beforeturning the
wheelclockwise and

NOTE: If you'rereplacingthe frictionwheelassembly
as a whole,discardthe wornpartand slidethe newpart
ontothe hex shaft, Followthe stepsabovein reverse
orderto reassemblecomponents.If you'redisassemblingthe frictionwheeland replacingonly the rubber
ring,proceedas follows:

proceeding with the
next screw. Repeat
this process several
times to ensure the

4, Removethe four screwswhich securethe friction

plates are secured
with equal force.

wheel'ssideplatestogether,
• Removethe rubberring from betweenthe plates,
• Reassemblethe side plateswith a newrubber ring,
• Slide thefrictionwheelassemblybackontothe hex
shaftand follow thestepsabovein reverseorder to
reassemblecomponents,

NEVER replace
the auger shear
pins with anything
other than OEM
Part No.738-04124
replacementshear
pins. Any damageto
the auger gearbox
or other components
as a result of failing
to do so will NOT be
covered by your snow
thrower'swarranty.

If the snowthrowerwill not be usedfor30 daysor longer,or if it is the end of the snowseasonwhenthe last possibilityof snow is gone,the equipmentneedsto be storedproperly,Followstorageinstructionsbelowto ensuretop
performancefrom the snowthrowerfor many moreyears,

Preparing Snow Thrower

Preparing Engine

• Whenstoringthe snow throwerin an unventilatedor
metalstorageshed,care shouldbe takento rustproof
the equipment,Usinga lightoil or silicone,coatthe
equipment,especiallyanychains,springs,bearings
and cables,
It is importantto preventgum depositsfrom formingin
essentialfuelsystempartsof the enginesuch as the
carburetor,fuel filter,fuelhose, or tank during short-term
storage(15-30days),To preventthis,treat the fuel
systemusinga fuelstabilizer.

Neverstoresnowthrower
with fuel in tank indoors

Fuelstabilizer(suchas STA-BILTM or ULTRA-FRESH
TM)
is an acceptablealternativein minimizingthe formation
of fuelgum depositsduringstorage,Add stabilizerto
gasolinein fuel tank or storagecontainer,Alwaysfollow
mix ratiofoundon stabilizercontainer.Runengineat least
10 minutesafter addingstabilizerto allowit to reachthe
carburetor.

or in poorlyventilated
areas, wherefuel fumes
mayreach anopenflame,
spark or pilot light as on
a furnace,water heater,
clothesdryer or
gas appliance.

with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly
WARNING:Neverstore snowthrower
ventilatedareas, wherefuel fumes may
reachan openflame, spark or pilot
lightas on a furnace, water heater,clothesdryeror
gas appliance.

WARNING

•

Removeall dirt from exteriorof engine and equipment,

•

Followlubricationrecommendations,

•

Storeequipmentin a clean,dry area,

CAUTION:Alcoholblendedfuels
(calledgasoholor usingethanolor
methanol)can attractmoisturewhich
, warmweatherdeteriorates
Fuelleft in engineduring
leads toseparationand formationof
and will causeserious
acids duringstorage.Acidicgas can damagethefuel
startingproblems.
systemof an engine whilein storage.

Long-Term

Storage

i Neveruseengineor carbuTo avoidengineproblems,the fuel systemshouldbe
retorcleaningproductsin
emptied beforestoragefor 30 days or longer.
the fuel tankor permanent
damagemayoccur.
warmweatherdeterioratesand will
WARNING: Fuelleft in engineduring
causeseriousstartingproblems.
1, Runthe engineuntilthe fuel tank is emptyand it stops
due to lack of fuel, Do notattemptto pourfuel fromthe
engine,
retorcleaningproductsin
the fuel
tank
WARNING:Never
useengineor
carbuor permanentdamagemayoccur.
2, Removethe spark plug and pourone (1)ounceof
engine oil throughthe sparkplug hole intothe cylinder,
Coversparkplug hole with a rag and crank theengine
severaltimesto distributethe oil, Replacesparkplug,

Problem
En
g

Ca use

ne fa stostat r

Remedy

1 Chokenot nONpost on
2.

Sparkplugwire disconnected.

MovechoketoONpost on
2. Connectwire to spark plug.

31 Fuel tank emptyoi Stalefuel•

31 Filltank with clean,fresh gasolinel

Enginenot piirned.

5: Fauity s park plug:
6. Blockedfuel linel

7i Safetykey notin ignitionon enginel

Engineruns erratic

Engine oVerheats
Excessive
Vibration

Loss of power

Primeengineas instructed
OPeratingYou[SnowTh[ovver_
5• Clean,adjustgap, orreplace
Cleanfue! line,

1, Movechokeleverto OFF position,

2, Blockedfuel lineor stale fuel,

2. Cleanfuel line;fill tankwith clean,
fresh gasoline•

3, Wateror dirt in fuel system,

3. Drainfuel tank. Refillwith
fresh fuel•

4, Carburetoroutof adjustment,

4. Contact MTDServiceCenter.

1 carburetor notadjustedproperly

1 contact MTDservice center

1. Looseparts or damagedauger.

1. Stop engineimmediatelyand
disconnectsparkplug wire.Tighten
all bolts and nuts,If vibration
continues,haveunit servicedby a
MTDServiceCenter.

1• Sparkplugwire loose.

1• Connectandtighten sparkplug

2 Gasca- vent hole -lu--ed
•
_,
v uu •

wire.
2• Removeice and snowfrom gas
cap. Be certain vent hole is clear.
3• ContactMTD ServiceCenter.

3, Exhaustport plugged,

Unit fails
to propel itself

Unit fails
to d scharclesnow

1. Drivecontrol cablein needof adjust-

1. Adjust drivecontrolcable. Referto

ment.
2, Drive beltlooseor damaged.

"MakingAdjustments".
2. Replacedrivebelt.

1• Chuteassemblyclogged.

2• Foreignobject lodgedin auger.

3• Augercontrolcable in need of adjustment
•
4• Augerbe t looseor damaged•
5 Shearpin(s) sheared

1• Stop engineimmediatelyand
disconnectspark plug Wire.Clean
chute assemby and ns de of auge
housingwith clean-outtool or a
stick
2, Stop engineimmediatelyand
disconnectspark plug wire.
Removeobjectfrom augerwith
c ean-outtool or a stick.
^ ..........
L_ Heferto Augerbontro lest on
page 11.
4• Referto Maintenancesection.

Shooting

7: insert keyfu!!yinto the swi!ch;

1, Unit runningon CHOKE,

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5. Repace w th newshearp n(s).

NOTE:This section
addresses minor
service issues, For
further details,
a MTD authorized
service center or call
1 (800)800,7310 for
assistance.

Styles E & F

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731-2635

SnowRemovalToolMount

29. 684-04107

SpiralAssembly,LH

684-04057

ImpellerAssembly,12"Dia.

30. 684-04108

SpiralAssembly,RH

710-0347

Hex Screw,3/846, 1.75,Gr5

31. 731-04870" Spacer,1.25ODx.75 ID x 1.00

710-0451

Bolt, Carriage,5/16-18,.750Grl

32. 736-0188

Washer,Flat,.76x 1.49x .06

710-0604A

Screw, 5/16-18,0.625

33. 741-0493A

Bushing,Flange,.80 ID x .91OD

710-0703

Screw,Carriage,1/4-20,.750,Gr5

34. 790-00087A Housing,1"Hex Bearing

712-04063

Nut,FlangeLock,5/16-18,Nylon

35. 790-00117

ShavePlate,2.25 x 21.66

712-04064

Nut,FlangeLock,1/4-20,Nylon

790-00120

ShavePlate,2.25 x 23.66

712-04065

Nut,FlangeLock,3/8-16,Nylon

790-00121

ShavePlate,2.25 x 25.66

10. 714-04040

CotterPin,Bow-tie

790-00118

ShavePlate,2.25 x 27.66

11. 725-0157

Cable,Tie, 3/16x .05x 7.4

36. 784-5580

Slide Shoe

12. 726-04012

Nut,Push-on,.25 Dia

37. 719-0319

Housing,Auger,RH Reduced

13. 731-04705

Chute,Adapter5" Dia

38. 719-0320

Housing,Auger,LH Reduced

14. 732-0611

Spring,Extension,.38OD x 3.6

39. 721-0179

Seal,Oil, .750ID

15. 736-0174

Washer,Wave,.625x .885x .015

40. 741-0662

Bearing,Flange,.75x 1.0x .59

16. 736-0242

Washer,Bell, .340x .872x .060

41. 710-0642

Screw,Self-tapping,1/4-20,0.750

17. 736-0463

Washer,Flat, .25x .630x .0515

42. 711-04286

Axle, Auger,22"

18. 731-2643

SnowRemovalTool

711-04285

Axle, Auger,24"

19. 738-0143

Screw,Shoulder,.498x .34, 3/8-16

711-04284

Axle, Auger,26"

20. 738-0281

Screw,Shoulder,.625x .17,3/8-16

711-04283

Axle, Auger,28"

21. 738-04124A ShearPin, .25x 1.50

43. 714-0161

Key,Hi-pro3/16x 5/8

22. 741-0245

Bearing,Hex Flangex .75ID

44. 715-04021

Pin, Dowel,.25 ODx 1.2

23. 741-0309

Bearing,Ball, .75ID x 1.85OD

45. 717-04126

Shaft,Worm .75OD

24. 756-0981B

Flat Pulley,Idler, 2.75OD

46. 717-0528A

Gear,Worm20T

25. 790-00075

Housing,Bearing,1.85ID

47. 718-04071

Collar,Thrust

26. 790-00080A Bracket,Auger ldler w/ Brake

48. 721-0325

Plug, 1/4x.437

27. 618-04170

GearboxAssembly,Auger,22"

49. 721-0327

Seal,Oil, .75x 1 x .131

618-04171

GearboxAssembly,Auger,24"

50. 736-0351

Washer,Flat,.760ID x 1.50D

618-04172

GearboxAssembly,Auger,26"

51. 736-3084

Washer,Flat,.51x 1.12

618-04173

GearboxAssembly,Auger,28"

52. 741-0663

Bearing,Flange,.75x 1.0x .925

28. 684-04067

HousingAssembly,Auger22"

53. 741-0661A

Bearing,Flange,.75x 1.00x .975

684-04069

HousingAssembly,Auger24"

54. 746-04230

ClutchCable,Auger,47.23"

684-04071

HousingAssembly,Auger26"

55. 629-0071

ExtentionCord, 110V

684-04073

HousingAssembly,Auger28"

* Nonefoundbetweenspirals on modelswith 22-inchauger housing.
* One foundbetweenspiralson modelswith 24-inchauger housing.
* Twofoundbetweenspirals on modelswith 26-inchaugerhousing.
* Threefound betweenspiralson modelswith 28-inchauger housing.

NOTE: Snowthrowerfeaturesand componentsvary by model.NOTall parts listedaboveand pictured
on the previouspageare standardequipment.

Ilustra'

_FACTORY

PARTS

the web at

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631-04133

HandleAssembly,ClutchLock, LH

27. 731-04869

Chute,FlangeKeeper

631-04134A HandleAssembly,ClutchLock, RH

28. 746-04228

Cable,Speed Selector

684-04105A HandleAss'y,Engage,Black,LH

29. 746-0605

Houlder,Cable Barrel,LH

684-04110A HandleAss'y,Engage,Yellow,LH

30. 747-04263

Eye Bolt,Chute Crank

684-04106B HandleAss'y,Engage,Black,RH

31. 790-00202

Shift Lever

684-04109B HandleAss'y,Engage,Yellow,RH

32. 731-04912A Chute,Lower,5.0 Dia.

710-0224

Screw,#10-16,0.500

33. 710-0276

Bolt, Carriage,5/16-18,1.0

710-04326

Screw,#8-16x .50

34. 710-04071

Bolt, Carriage,5/16-18,1.0

710-04354

Screw,1/4-20,.375

35. 710-0451

Bolt, Carriage,5/16-18,.750

710-0606

Hex Screw,1/4-20,1.50,Gr5

36. 731-04426A Chute,Upper,w/Label

790-00219

Panel,Handle,(no cutout)E-Style

37. 736-0159

Washer,.349x .879x .063

790-00209

Panel,Handle,(w/cutout) F-Style

38. 741-0475

Bushing,Plastic,.380

10. 710-1233

Screw,Machine,#10-24,1.375

39. 784-5647

Bracket,ChuteCrank

11. 711-04287

Pivot Rod

40. 684-04104

CrankAssembly,Chute

12. 712-04063

Nut,FlangeLock,5/16-18,Nylon

41. 710-0449

Screw,Carriage,5/16-18,2.25

13. 712-04064

Nut,FlangeLock,1/4-20,Nylon

42. 710-1260A

Screw,5/16-18,0.75,Gr5

14. 712-04081A Nut,Hex, 1/4-20,Shoulder

43. 714-0104

Pin, Cotter,.072x 1.13

15. 720-0274

Grip,1.0ID x 5.0

44. 720-0201A

Crank Knob,1.0Dia.x 3.2, Black

16. 720-04039

Knob,Shift,Black

45. 720-04072

Knob,5/16-18,Black

720-04046

Knob,Shift,Yellow

720-04071

_FACTORY

46. 726-0100

Cap, Push,3/8 Rod

18. 731-04896A Cam,ClutchLock

47. 735-0234

Grommet,.44ID x .94 ODx .50

19. 732-0193

Spring,.39 x .60x .88

48. 736-0185

Washer,Flat,.375x .738x .063

20. 732-04219

Spring,ClutchLock

49. 749-04141

Handle,Upper,RH

21. 732-04238

Spring,Torsion,0.8156ID x .3038

50. 749-04142

Handle,Upper,LH

22. 725-04220

WireHarness,Lamp

51. 749-04138

Handle,Lower

23. 735-0199A

Bumper,Rubber,.62 ODx .22

52. 747-1136

Retainer,Lens

24. 736-0262

Washer,Flat, .385x .870x .092

53. 725-1658

Lamp, Halogen,12V,27W

25. 738-04118

Bolt, Shoulder,5/16-18x 0.905

54. 725-1672

LensAssembly,Lamp

26. 738-04122

Screw,Shoulder,.43 x 1.3,1/4-20

NOTE:A lampcannotbe addedto a unitthat did come come factory-equippedwith a lamp.

NOTE: Snowthrowerfeaturesand componentsvary by model.NOTall parts listedaboveand pictured
on the previouspageare standardequipment.

PARTS

the web at

Knob,5/16-18,Yellow

17. 731-04894B Lock Plate

Ilustra'

ii i _iI_ ii

Styles E & F

_58_,
_

_3;' _

A
/

656-04025A DiscAssembly,FrictionWheel

684-04153

37. 731-04873

FrictionWheelAssembly,5.50D

Spacer,1.25x .75x 3.0

731-04877" Spacer,1.25x .75x 1.50

684-04154

SupportBracket,FrictionWheel

38. 738-04168

684-04156

Shift Assembly,Rod

39. 741-0919

Ball Bearing

710-0627

Hex Screw,5/16-24,.750,Gr5

40. 710-0106

Hex Screw,1/4-20,1.25,Gr5

710-0788

Screw,1/4-20,1.000

41. 710-0191

Hex Screw,3/8-24, 1.25,Gr8

710-0896

Screw,1/4-14x .625

42. 710-04520

Hex Screw,5/16-24,1.25,Gr5

712-04065

Nut,FlangeLock,3/8-16,Nylon

43. 710-0654A

Screw,Seres,3/8-16, 1.00

712-0413

Nut,Jam Lock,5/8-18,Gr5, Nylon

44. 710-1245B

Hex Screw,5/16-24,.875,Gr8

10. 714-0126

Key,Hi Pro,3/16x 3/4 Dia.

45. 712-04064

Nut, FlangeLock,1/4-20,Nylon

11. 716-0104

E-ring,.500 Dia.

46. 726-04012

Nut, Push-on,.25Dia.

12. 716-0136

E-ring,Retaining,.875Dia.

47. 731-04792A Cover,Belt

13. 716-0231

E-ring,.750 Dia.

48. 732-04308

Spring,Torsion,.850 ID x .354

14. 717-04209

Hex Shaft,.8125,7-Tooth

49. 736-0247

Washer,Flat,.406x 1.25x .157

15. 717-04230

Gear,80-Tooth

50. 736-0119

Washer,Lock .3125

16. 726-0221

SpeedNut, .500

51. 736-0505

Washer,Flat,.34 x 1.50x .150

17. 732-0264

ExtensionSpring

52. 748-04053

Pulley,Adapter,.75Dia.

18. 736-0242

Washer,Bell, .340x .872x .060

53. 748-04112

Spacer,Shoulder,.317x .50x .102

19. 736-0287

Washer,Flat, .793x 1.24x .060

54. 750-04303

Spacer,.875ID x 1.185OD

20. 736-04161

Washer,Flat, .75x 1.00x .060

55. 750-04477

Spacer,.340x .750x .360

21. 738-04164A Pin,FrictionDisc

56. 754-04050

Belt, Auger Drive

22. 741-04098

57. 754-04088

Belt, WheelDrive

23. 738-04184A Screw,Shoulder,.37 x.105, 1/4-20

58. 756-04109

Pulley,Auger Drive,8.1x .5

24. 738-0924A

Screw,1/4-28,.375

59. 756-04113

Pulley,Half,V x 2.600OD

25. 741-0245

Bearing,Hex Flangex .75ID

60. 756-04179

Pulley,Half,1/4-Vx 1.50D

26. 741-0563

Bearing,Ball, 17x 40 x 12

61. 790-00208

Idler Bracket,WheelDrive

27. 746-04229

ClutchCable,Wheel,44.95"

62. 790-00230

Sleeve,BearingIdler

28. 746-04228

Cable,SpeedSelector

63. 750-04571

Spacer,Shoulder,.26 x .79x .538

29. 748-0190

Spacer,.508 ID x .75ODx .68

64. 735-04054

Rubber,FrictionWheel,5.50D

30. 756-0625

Roller,Cable

65. 710-0751

Hex Screw,1/4-20,.620,Gr5

31. 790-00096

FrontGuide Bracket,AugerCable

66. 732-04311

Spring,Torsion,.750ID x .968

32. 790-00180

Frame

67. 712-04063

Nut, FlangeLock,5/16-18,Nylon

33. 790-00206A GuideBracket,AugerCable

68. 790-00156

Bracket,Shift Spacer

34. 790-00207A GuideBracket,DriveCable

69. 790-00217A Pivot Bracket,SpeedSelector

35. 790-00226

Cover,Frame

70. 790-00218A Shift Bracket,SpeedSelector

36. See Chart

WheelAssembly

Ball Bearing,30 x 55 x 13

Wheel Size

Wheel Assembly

Rim Only

Axle, .75x 22"

Tin Only

_FACTORY

PARTS

the web at

ii i _iI_ ii

ValveOnly

634-04144

13x4

634-04151

734-1732

734-0255

634-04143

13x5

634-04151

734-1527

734-0255

634-04142

15x5

634-04151

734-1859

734-0255

634-04141**

16x 4.8

634-04140

734-1530

734-0255

NOTE: Snowthrowerfeaturesand componentsvary by model.NOTall parts listedaboveand pictured
on the previouspageare standardequipment.

Ilustra'

* Foundon modelswith a
22-inchaugerhousingonly

** The wheelaxle is mounted
in the frameside's
upper hex-holeon models
equippedwith 16-inch
wheels.

NOTES

MANUFACTURER'S

LIMITED WARRANTY

The limitedwarrantyset forth belowis givenby MTDLLCwith respect
to newmerchandisepurchasedand usedin the UnitedStates,its
possessionsand territories.
"MTD"warrantsthis productagainstdefectsin materialand workmanshipfor a periodof two (2) years commencingon the date of original
purchaseand will, at its option,repairor replace,freeof charge,any
part foundto be defectivein materialsor workmanship.This limitedwarranty shallonlyapply if this product hasbeen operatedand maintained
in accordancewith the Operator'sManualfurnishedwith the product,
and has notbeen subjectto misuse,abuse,commercialuse, neglect,
accident,impropermaintenance,alteration,vandalism,theft, fire, water,
or damagebecauseof otherperil or naturaldisaster.Damageresulting
fromthe installationor useof any part, accessoryor attachmentnot
approvedby MTDfor use with the product(s)coveredbythis manual
willvoid yourwarrantyas to any resultingdamage.
Normalwearparts are warrantedto be free fromdefects in materialand
workmanshipfor a periodof thirty (30) days fromthe dateof purchase.
Normalwearparts include,butare notlimitedto itemssuch as: batteries, belts,blades,blade adapters,grass bags, riderdeck wheels,seats,
snowthrowerskid shoes,shaveplates,auger spiralrubberand tires.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH
PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized service
dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages,
or contact MTD LLC at P.O.Box 361131,Cleveland, Ohio 441360019, or call 1-800-800-7310 or 1-330-220-4683 or log on to our
Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.
This limitedwarrantydoesnot providecoveragein the followingcases:
a. Theengineor componentparts thereof.These itemsmaycarry a
separatemanufacturer'swarranty.Referto applicablemanufacturer's
warrantyfor termsand conditions.
b. Log splitterpumps,valves,and cylindershavea separateone year
warranty.
c. Routinemaintenanceitemssuch as lubricants,filters, blade
sharpening,tune-ups,brakeadjustments,clutchadjustments,deck
adjustments,and normaldeteriorationof the exteriorfinish due to
useor exposure.

FOR

e. MTDdoesnot extendanywarrantyfor productssoldor exported
outsideof the UnitedStates,its possessionsand territories,except
those soldthroughMTD'sauthorizedchannelsof export distribution.
f. Replacementparts that are notgenuine MTDparts.
g. Transportationchargesand servicecalls.
No implied warranty,including any implied warrantyof merchantabilityof fitness for a particularpurpose,appliesafter the
applicableperiodof expresswrittenwarrantyaboveas to the
parts as identified.No otherexpresswarranty,whetherwrittenor
oral, exceptas mentionedabove,givenby anypersonor entity,
includinga dealeror retailer,with respectto any product,shall
bind MTD.Duringthe periodof the warranty,the exclusiveremedy
is repairor replacementof the productas set forth above.
The provisionsas set forth in this warrantyprovidethesole and
exclusiveremedyarisingfrom the sale. MTDshallnot be liable
for incidentalor consequentialloss or damageincluding,without
limitation,expensesincurredfor substituteor replacementlawn
careservicesor for rentalexpensesto temporarilyreplacea
warrantedproduct.
Somestatesdo notallowthe exclusionor limitationof incidentalor
consequentialdamages,or limitationson howlong an impliedwarranty
lasts, sothe aboveexclusionsor limitationsmaynot applyto you.
In no event shallrecoveryof any kindbe greaterthanthe amountof the
purchasepriceof the productsold.Alteration of safety features of
the product shall void this warranty. Youassumethe risk and liability
for loss,damage,or injuryto you and yourpropertyand/orto others and
theirpropertyarisingout of the misuseor inabilityto usethe product.
This limitedwarrantyshallnot extendto anyoneotherthan theoriginal
purchaseror to the personfor whomit was purchasedas a gift.
HOWSTATELAW RELATESTOTHIS WARRANTY: This limited
warrantygivesyou specificlegal rights,and youmay alsohaveother
rightswhich vary from stateto state.
IMPORTANT:OwnermustpresentOriginal Proofof Purchaseto obtain
warrantycoverage.

d. Servicecompletedby someoneotherthanan authorizedservice
dealer.

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; Phone: 1-800-800-7310,

1-330-220-4683

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