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Safe Operation

Practices • Set-Up • Operation

• Maintenance

• Service • Troubleshooting

• Warranty

600-Series

Snow Thrower

m E/F Style

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

PrintedIn USA

FormNo.769-05069
(June1,2009)

ToTheOwner
ThankYou
Thank you for purchasing

a Snow Thrower

manufactured

If you have any problems

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

prior to operating

your machine.

persons

who will operate

address and mailing

the equipment.

you how to safely and easily set up, operate

maintain

carefully

and

concerning

address can be found

to ensure your complete

Please be sure that you, and any other
the machine,

or questions

the machine,

phone your local authorized MTD service dealer or contact us
directly. MTD's Customer Support telephone
numbers, website

Throughout

the

machine

satisfaction

this manual,
are observed

on this page. We want

at all times.

all references

to right and left side of the

from the operating

position.

recommended
safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or property damage.
All information
product

in this manual

information

is relative to the most recent

available

at the time of printing.

Review

this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the unit, its
features and operation.
Please be aware that this Operator's
Manual may cover a range of product specifications
for various
models. Characteristics
and features discussed and/or illustrated
in this manual

may not be applicable

to all models.

MTD LLC

reserves the right to change product specifications,
designs and
equipment
without notice and without
incurring obligation.

Tableof Contents
Important

Safe Operation

Practices ......................

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

7
12

Operation

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

Maintenance

&Adjustment.

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

RecordProductinformation
Before setting

up and operating

plate by standing

at the lower, rear section

your new equipment,

at the operator's

should you seek technical

Customer
dealer.

Support

Department,

Troubleshooting

Replacement
Attachments

....................................................
Parts ................................................
and Accessories ..............................

27
28

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please

position

and looking

of the frame. This information

necessary,

20
22

MODEL NUMBER

locate the model plate on the equipment
and record the
information
in the provided area to the right. You can locate the
model

Engine Maintenance
.............................................
Service ....................................................................

support

SERIAL NUMBER

will be

via our web site,

or with a local authorized

service

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CustomerSupport
Please

do NOT return

If you have difficulty

the unit

assembling

this unit, you can seek help from

to the retailer

without

this product

or have any questions

the experts.

Choose

Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts.com

Call a Customer

Write

Support

or dealer

Representative

from

the options

at (800) 800-7310

us at MTD LLC • EO. Box 361131 • Cleveland,

first contacting
regarding
below:

or (330) 220-4683

OH • 44136-0019

our Customer

the controls,

Support

operation,

Department.

or maintenance

ImportantSafeOperationPractices
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.

this machine.

Read and follow

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

foreign

objects.

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

Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand
and safe operation

and on the machine
adult.

and be trained

Never allow adults to operate
instruction.
Thrown

objects

practices

this machine

can cause serious personal

Keep bystanders,

pets and children

machine while it is in operation.
enters the area.
Exercise caution
when operating

to avoid slipping
in reverse.

proper

injury. Plan

hands,

safety

Stop machine

over or thrown

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
performing

Do not operate

Wear footwear
surfaces.
3.

an adjustment

without

wearing

which

by the

operation

or repair to protect

ricochet

can cause serious

adequate

will improve

Use a grounded

three-wire

for all machines

with electric

Adjust collector
rock surfaces.

housing

Disengage

Never attempt

if anyone

running,
operator's

or falling, especially

could be tripped

winter

outer

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

of material

at least 75 feet from the

which

your eyes. Thrown objects which
injury to the eyes.

by an

without

objects,

and while

in this manual

and supervised

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

fingers,

auger/impeller.

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

the instructions

of amputating

Failure to observe the following

quickly.
3.

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

parts.
2.

is capable

practices

or error on the part of the

Preparation

Read, understand,

future

to the safe operation

carelessness

could result in serious injury or death.

Training
1.

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 is
in the

manual.

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

temperature

SafeHandling of Gasoline
To avoid personal
in handling

injury or property

gasoline. Gasoline

vapors are explosive.

damage

is extremely

Serious personal

use extreme

flammable

Use only an approved

Extinguish all cigarettes,

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.

can ignite.
7.

gasoline container.
8.

cigars, pipes and other

Never fuel machine
Never remove

indoors.

gas cap or add fuel while

the engine

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

or drugs.

Muffler

and engine

Exercise extreme

when

Exercise caution

or fuel container

to cool at least 5 minutes

inside

damage or personal

Never direct discharge

inside a vehicle

by attempting

to clear

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

15.

Never operate

when transporting

speeds on

and behind and use care

up.

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

equipment

from

at all times until fueling

Do not use a nozzle lock-open

levers and stop engine
position

(behind

Repair

making

Never put your hand in the discharge
Always use the clean-out

before you

the handles). Wait

comes to a complete

unclogging
the chute assembly,
or inspections.
18.

tank or container

all control

until the auger/impeller

If this

with the rim of the fuel

Disengage

leave the operating

nozzle.

opening

at high transport

against the engine. Inspect thoroughly
for damage.
any damage before starting and operating.
17.

remove gas-powered

dispenser

machine

surfaces. Look down

away from your vehicle

Keep the nozzle in contact

stop before

any adjustments,

or collector

tool provided

to unclog

openings.
the

discharge opening. Do not unclog chute assembly while
engine is running. Shut off engine and remain behind

device.

handles

until all moving

parts have stopped

before

unclogging.

Do not put hands or feet near rotating
impeller

housing

rotating

parts can amputate

The auger/impeller

The control

or chute assembly.

control

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

Contact with the

lever is a safety device. Never

easily in both directions

return to the disengaged

position

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

(kickback)

unsafe

when

will pull hand and arm toward engine

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

If situations

occur which

care and good judgment.

are not covered

PRACTICES

faster than

bruises or sprains

in this manual,

Contact Customer

Support

assistance and the name of your nearest servicing

Never operate with a missing or damaged chute assembly.
Keep all safety devices in place and working.

SECTION 2 --

19.
parts, in the auger/

hands and feet.

levers must operate

and automatically
released.
4.

and pets or

14.

or on a truck

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

bystanders

in front of the machine.

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.

Operation

at children,

caused by a ricochet.

13.

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

injury

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

bed with a plastic liner. Always place

complete.

and while

before

the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.

direction

12.

16.

containers on the ground
before filling.

gasoline

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

Never fill containers

If possible,

operating

on slopes.

when backing

hot and can cause a burn. Do

away.

caution

the influence

is an open flame, spark or pilot light

Allow machine
storing.

or trailer

become

not touch. Keep children

allow anyone

dryer etc.).

while under

area.

an odorless

securely.

(e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes

monoxide,

the engine.

Never store the machine
where there

11.

space for

fuel expansion.

minutes

machine

alcohol

property

refueling.
f.

or in a poorly ventilated

carbon

gas.

Do not operate

operating

hot or running.
e.

indoors

contains

gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden

sources of ignition.
C.

Never run an engine

for

dealer.

use

14.

Clearinga CloggedDischargeChute
Hand contact

with the rotating

impeller

According

to the Consumer

inside the discharge

Life have the machine
systems are working

SHUTTHE ENGINE OFF!

Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller
stopped rotating.

Always use a clean-out

Never tamper

tool, not your hands.

To avoid serious injury

with safety devices. Check their proper

regularly.

Refer to the maintenance

sections

Before cleaning,
disengage

repairing,

the auger/impeller

or inspecting

come to a complete

to keep the machine

Also, visually
4.

inspect

improper

Maintain

EPA emission

in any

to comply with California

and federal

for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)
on regular

unleaded

emission

control

gasoline,

and

systems: Engine

at frequent

in safe working

condition.

Spark Arrestor

for any damage.

i_ll

frequently

and replace with original

and compromise

levers periodically

or replace

are certified
regulations

the engine

equipment

safety!"

to verify they engage

safety and instruction

internal combustion
engine and should not be used
WARNING!
machine isforest-covered,
equipped with brush
an
on or near anyThis
unimproved
covered or grass-covered
land unless the engine's
exhaust

system is equipped

meeting

applicable

Ira spark arrester is used, it should
working

order by the operator.

with a spark arrester

local or state laws (if any).
be maintained

in effective

In the State of California

the

above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws

and disengage properly and adjust, if necessary. Refer
to the adjustment
section in this operator's manual for
instructions.
7.

of engine

the following

For your safety protection,

performance

Check control

engine

can lead to a runaway

at unsafe speeds. Never tamper

setting

to operate

manufacturer's
(OEM) parts only. "Use of parts which do
not meet the original equipment
specifications
may lead to

setting

Modification
(EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air
Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.

machine

check all components

or death.

governor.

shave plates and skid shoes are subject to

wear and damage.

injuries

with factory

may include

speed of the engine.

Snow thrower

and safety

engine and cause it to operate

Engines which
Wait until

Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe
operating

by an authorized

and not worn excessively.

or death, do not modify

are certified

Check bolts a nd screws for proper tightness
intervals

properly

with the governor

stop. Disconnect

against

(EPA),

Notice RegardingEmissions

machine

levers and stop the engine.

the spark plug wire and ground
prevent unintended
starting.
3.

and

of this manual.

all control

Agency

Donot modifyengine

Maintenance & Storage

annually

Failure to do so can result in accidents,
blades have

way. Tampering

adjustment

inspected

service dealer to ensure that all mechanical

To clear the chute:

operation

Safety Commission

Protection

this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,
or 60 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful

chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow
throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute.

Products

(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental

apply on federal

lands.

A spark attester for the muffler

is available

through

your

nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department,
RO. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

labels, as

necessary.
8.

Observe proper disposal laws and regulations
etc. to protect the environment.

Prior to storing,
from machine

10.

run machine
and prevent

Never store the machine

a few minutes

heater, furnace,

or fuel container

12.

inside where

light such as a water

clothes dryer etc.

Always refer to the operator's
instructions

to clear snow

freeze up of auger/impeller.

there is an open flame, spark or pilot

11.

for gas, oil,

on off-season

manual

for proper

storage.

Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings

frequently

for cracks

or leaks. Replace if necessary.
13.

Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.

SECTION

2 --

IMPORTANT

SAFE

OPERATION

PRACTICES

Safety Symbols
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear
machine before attempting
to assemble and operate.

on this product.

Read, understand,

and follow

all instructions

on the

READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand,
assemble

and follow

all instructions

in the manual(s) before

WARNING--

Contact

with the rotating

WARNING--THROWN
This machine

WARNING--

machine

is running.

There are rotating

parts, in the auger/impeller

and muffler

IS FLAMMABLE
before refueling.

or in a poorly ventilated

area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

electric starter in the rain

the muffler,

become extremely

hot during

operation.

Allow engine

to cool before touching.

Your Responsibility--Restrict

the use of this power machine

to persons

in this manual and on the machine.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS!

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

injury.

HOT SURFACE

Engine parts, especially

SECTION 2 --

can cause serious personal

ELECTRICAL SHOCK

WARNING--

or chute

an odorless and deadly gas.

Do not use the engine's

housing

hands and feet.

CARBON MONOXIDE

WARNING--

and instructions

while

OBJECTS

Never run an engine indoors

the warnings

There are rotating

parts can amputate

Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes

is running.

may pick up and throw and objects which

WARNING--GASOLINE

monoxide,

machine

ROTATING AUGER

Do not put hands or feet near rotating
assembly.

while

ROTATING BLADES

Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings
blades inside

WARNING!

ROTATING BLADES

Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings
blades inside

........
!i........

attempting

and operate

PRACTICES

who read, understand

and

Assembly
& Set-Up
Contentsof Carton
One Snow Thrower
One Snow Thrower
Manual

Two Replacement
Operator's

One Product

Auger Shear Pins

Registration

One Chute Assembly

Card

Assembly
Handle
1.

Place the shift lever in the forward-6

position.

Observe the lower rear area of the snow thrower

to be sure

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

pivoting

before

Figure 3-1
NOTE: Make certain the upper ends of each cable are
seated properly
3.

in its bracket.

Secure the handle by tightening
the plastic knob located
on both the left and right sides of the handle. Remove
and discard any rubber
packaging

purposes

bands, if present. They are for

only.

ChuteAssembly
1.

Position

the chute assembly

over the base. See Fig. 3-2.

Close the flange keepers to secure the chute assembly
to the chute base. The flange keepers
when properly

will click into place

secure. See Fig. 3-3.

NOTE: If the flange keepers will not easily click into place,
use the palm of your hand to apply
the back of each.

swift, firm pressure to

Figure

3-3

ChuteDirectional Control
1.

Remove the plastic

Chute Clean-0ut Tool

cap (if present),

flat washer and hairpin

clip from the end of the chute directional
3-4.

control.

See Fig.

The chute clean-out
housing

tool is fastened

with a mounting

the cable tie before

to the top of the auger

clip and a cable tie at the factory.

operating

the snow thrower.

Chute

Figure 3-4
2.

adjusted.

control

If necessary, the lower bracket

Refer to Chute Bracket Adjustment

TirePressure

can be

on Page 19.

manufacturer's
recommended
psi. Equal tire
ARNING:should
Under
any circumstance
do notExcessive
exceed
pressure
be maintained
at all times.

_ll

Set-Up

pressure when seating beads may cause tire/rim
assembly to burst with force sufficient to cause

ShearPins

serious injury.
A pair of replacement
are included

Tool

into the

and secure with the flat washer and hairpin

clip just removed.

Clean=out

Figure 3-6

Insert the end of the chute directional
lower bracket

Cut

See Fig. 3-6.

auger shear pins and bow tie cotter

with your snow thrower.

safe place until needed.

pins

Refer to side wall of tire for

recommended

pressure.

See Fig. 3-5. Store them in a
The tires are over-inflated

for shipping

pressure before

the snow thrower.

operating

wall for tire manufacturer's

purposes.

recommended

Check the tire

Refer to the tire side

psi and deflate

(or

inflate) the tires as necessary.
NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the machine
not travel in a straight

may

path and the shave plate may wear unevenly.

FuelRecommendations
Use automotive
gasoline (unleaded or low leaded to minimize
combustion
chamber deposits) with a minimum of 87 octane.
Gasoline with

up to 10% ethanol

or 15% MTBE (Methyl

Butyl Ether) can be used. Never use an oil/gasoline
dirty gasoline. Avoid getting

Tertiary

mixture

dirt, dust, or water in the fuel tank.

DO NOT use E85 gasoline.
Refuel in a well-ventilated

area with the engine stopped.

Do not smoke or allow flames
the engine

is refueled

Do not overfill

the fuel tank. After refueling,

tank cap is closed properly

fuel vapor may ignite.
Figure

3-5

area is dry before
Avoid repeated
breathing

SECTION3--

ASSEMBLY&

SET-UP

refueling.

Spilled fuel or

If any fuel is spilled,

make sure the

starting

the engine.

or prolonged

of vapor.

make sure the

and securely.

Be careful not to spill fuel when

or sparks in the area where

or where gasoline is stored.

contact

with skin or

Adding Fuel

CheckingOil Level

WARNING! 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.

engine. You must, however, check the oil level prior
is shipped
with oil
the
to AUTION:
operating The
the engine
snow thrower.
Running
thein engine

with insufficient

oil can cause serious engine

damage and void the engine warranty.
NOTE: Be sure to check the engine

on a level surface with the

engine stopped.
i_ll

equipment
moving parts. Do not use a pressurized
WARNING!
hands and feet clear of
starting fluid. Always
Vapors keep
are flammable.

Clean around

A fuel level indicator

fuel fill before

removing

is located

Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick

and wipe the dipstick

clean. See Fig. 3-8.

cap to fuel.

in the fuel tank. Fill tank

until fuel reaches the fuel level indictor,
not to overfill.

Fig. 3-7. Be careful

Figure 3-8
2.

Insert the cap/dipstick
screw it in.

into the oil filler neck, but do not

Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick.
If the level is low, slowly
add oil until oil level registers between high (H) and low
(L), Fig. 3-8. Refer to the Engine Maintenance

Figure 3-7

correct

oil viscosity

and engine

NOTE: Do not overfill.
engine smoking,
4.

Overfilling

hard starting

Replace and tighten
engine.

with oil may result in
or spark plug fouling.

cap/dipstick

SECTION

section for

oil capacity.

3 --

firmly

before

starting

ASSEMBLY& SET-UP

ChuteAssembly

Adjustments

The distance

SkidShoes
The snow thrower
for shipping
to operating

snow is thrown

angle of the chute assembly.
skid shoes are adjusted

upward

purposes. Adjust them downward,
the snow thrower.

at the factory

if desired,

prior

Stop the engine
knob found

by removing

damage to the snow thrower

or downward

knob. See Fig. 3-10.

and surrounding

property.
For close snow removal

on a smooth

shoes higher on the auger
Use a middle
is uneven,

surface, raise skid

housing.

or lower position

when

the area to be cleared

such as a gravel driveway

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. 3-9.

Figure

Figure
2.

Make certain the entire bottom
against the ground

3=9

Retighten

'°1

SECTION

3--

surface of skid shoe is

to avoid uneven

nuts and bolts securely.

ASSEMBLY&

SET-UP

wear on the skid shoes.

the

the key and loosen the plastic

this snow thrower on gravel as it can easily pick up
CAUTION:
It is not
recommended
thatyouinjury
operate
and
throw loose
gravel,
causing personal
or

by changing

To do so:

on the left side of the chute assembly.

Pivot the chute upward
the wing

can be adjusted

3-10

before

retightening

Auger Control
carefully

read and follow

all instructions

below.

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

When the auger control
"up" position,
should

control as follows:

is released

the cable should

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 15. Make sure the
throttle

safely and properly.
of the auger

is set in the FAST position.

While standing
thrower),

in the operator's

position

(behind

the snow

engage 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,

readjusting

Wait for ALL moving

the auger

parts

control.

To readjust the control cable, loosen the upper
the auger cable bracket. See Fig. 3-11.

hex nut on

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

Figure 3-11
8.

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

Retighten

10.

Repeat steps 2-6 above to verify
been achieved.

the upper

more slack (or

hex nut.
proper adjustment

has

SECTION3 = ASSEMBLY
& SET-UP

Controls
and Features
F
Shift Lever

Drive

._. Auger Control

Chute Assembly

Chute Directional

Control

Clean Out
Tool
;as Cap
Primer

Control

Choke
Control

Start
Button
Recoil Starter
Handle

Augers

Electric Starter
Outlet

Figure 4-1
Snow thrower
illustrated

controls

and features

are described

below and

ChokeControl

in Fig. 4-1.
The choke control

Shift Lever
%

234

is found

on the rear of

the engine and is activated by rotating the
knob counter-clockwise.
Activating
the
choke control
carburetor

closes the choke plate on the

and aids in starting

the engine.

Key
The shift lever is located in the right side of the handle panel and
is used to determine ground speed and direction of travel.

Forward
There are six forward (F) speeds. Position
and position six (6) is the fastest.

one (1) is the slowest

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

The key is a safety device. It must be fully
inserted in order for the engine to start.
Remove the key when the snow thrower
not in use.
Note: Do not turn the key in an attempt
start the engine.
break.

Doing so may cause it to

ThrottleControl

AugerControl

AUGER
CONTROL

The throttle control is located on the rear of the engine. It
regulates the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine
when

moved into the STOP position.

Primer
Pressing the primer
into the engine's
weather starting.

forces fuel directly

carburetor

to aid in cold-

0il Fill
Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through

the oil fill.

Oil Drain
Engine oil can be drained

through

The auger control

the oil drain.

control

Muffler

snow throwing

Engine exhaust

Skid Shoes
the skid shoes based on surface
for hard-packed

operating

conditions.

snow. Adjust downward

on gravel or crushed

Adjust

when

rock surfaces.

Electric Starter Outlet
extension

requires the use of a three-

cord and a 120V power source/wall

start the engine.

engages

the engine's

pressing

electric

the electric

starter when

starter

plugged

button
into a 120V

power source.

located

on the right

handle.

Squeeze the

DRIVE
CONTROL

control grip against the
handle to engage the
wheel drive. Release to

Note: Always release
the drive control before

increased

wear on your

machine's

drive system.

the auger control

that you can operate the
chute directional
control
without

Augers
When engaged,

_On select models, the
drive control also locks

ElectricStarterButton
Found on select models,

Release to stop.

changing speeds. Failure
to do so will result in

RecoilStarter Handle
This handle is used to manually

Squeeze the

stop.

Found on select models, this outlet
prong outdoor
outlet.

action.

The drive control

upward

on the left handle.

DriveControl / AugerClutchLock_

exits the engine via the muffler.

Position

is located

grip against the handle to engage the augers and start

interrupting

the snow throwing

process. If the auger

control is engaged simultaneously
with the drive control, the
operator can release the auger control (on the left handle) and
the augers rotate and draw snow into the auger

housing.

the augers will remain engaged.

Release both controls

to stop

the augers and wheel drive.

ChuteAssembly
Snow drawn into the auger housing

is discharged

out the chute

assembly.

GasCap
Unthread

the gas cap to add gasoline to the fuel tank.

SECTION4

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Chute Directional Control

ChuteClean-OutTool

CHUTE DIRECTIONAL

CONTROL

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

ADJUSTABLE
j___

_
DISCHARGE
LEFT

DISCHARGE

E TiLT

housing

the chute assembly.

tool is conveniently
with a mounting

is located

snow thrower. To change the direction
rotate the chute directional control.

to the rear of

Release both the Auger Control

on the left side of the

Stop the engine

in which

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

Use the shovel-shaped

snow is thrown,

dislodge
formed
5.

by removing

ice

thrower),
remaining

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

the key.

end of the clean-out

secures it to

tool to
has

in and near the chute assembly.

Refasten the clean-out

While standing

and the Drive Control.

and scoop out any snow and ice which

tool to the mounting

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

SECTION 4 --

fastened

clip. Should snowand

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

_..._
control

unclogging

The chute clean-out
the auger

_,_,
The chute directional

before

in the operator's

reinsert

position

engage the auger control

clip on the

the key and start the

(behind

the snow

for a few seconds to clear any

snow and ice from the chute assembly.

Operation
Starting the Engine

Plug the extension
on the engine.

cord into the electric

a three-prong
120-volt, grounded,
ventilated area. See Fig. 5-2.

moving parts. Do not use a pressurized starting
l_Jlhjk, fluid.
ARNING!
Always
keep hands and feet clear of
Vapors are
flammable.

outlet

Plug the other end of extension
AC outlet

located
cord into

in a well-

/
Allow the engine

NOTE:
starting.
operating

The engine

to warm up for a few minutes

will not develop

after

full power until it reaches

temperatures.

ElectricStarter
WARNING!

The electric

grounded

three-wire

designed

to operate

starter

is equipped

with a

power cord and plug, and is
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
DO NOT use electric starter in rain.
1.

Determine

that your home's wiring

grounded

system. Ask a licensed

starter.

is a three-wire

electrician

if you are

unsure. If you have a grounded three-prong
receptacle,
proceed as follows. If you do not have the proper house
wiring, DO NOT use the electric
conditions.
2.

starter

under any

Insert key fully into slot, Fig. 5-1. Make sure it snaps into
place. DO NOT turn key. The engine cannot
key is inserted into ignition switch.

start unless the

Figure 5-2
4.

Move throttle

Move choke to the CHOKE position

control to FAST (rabbit)

position.

(cold engine start). If

engine is warm, place choke in RUN position.
6.

Push primer

three (3) times,

when pushing.

Always cover vent hole when
require
7.

priming

Push starter

sure to cover vent hole

pushing.

only once.

Cool weather

may

to be repeated.

button

starts, immediately
is equipped

making

If engine is warm, push primer

to start engine.
release starter

with thermal

overload

Once the engine
button.

Electric starter

protection;

system will

temporarily
shut-down
to allow starter to cool if electric
starter becomes overloaded.
8.

As the engine
RUN position.

warms, slowly rotate the choke control to
If the engine falters, restart engine and run

with choke at half-choke

position

for a short period

of time,

and then slowly rotate the choke into RUN position.
9.

After engine

is running,

disconnect

power cord from

electric starter. When disconnecting,
always unplug the
end at the wall outlet before unplugging
the opposite end
from the engine.

Figure 5-1

RecoilStarter

ToEngageDrive
1.

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. Select a speed appropriate for the
snow conditions and a pace you're comfortable with.

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

engine is running.
CAUTION! Do not pull the starter handle while the

WARNING: To avoid unsupervised engine
operation, never leave the machine unattended
with the engine running. Turn the engine off after
use and remove key.
Insert key fully into slot, Figure 5-1. Make sure it snaps into
place. DO NOT turn key. The engine cannot start unless the
key is inserted into ignition switch.
2.

Move throttle control to FAST(rabbit) position.

Move choke to the CHOKEposition (cold engine start). If
engine is warm, place choke in RUN position.

Push primer three (3) times, making sure to cover vent hole
when pushing. If engine is warm, push primer only once.
Always cover vent hole when pushing. Cool weather may
require priming to be repeated.

Pull gently on the starter handle until it begins to
resist, then pull quickly and forcefully to overcome the
compression. Do not release the handle and allow it to
snap back. Return rope SLOWLYto original position. If
required, repeat this step.

As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to
RUN position. If the engine falters, restart engine and run
with choke at half-choke position for a short period of time,
and then slowly rotate the choke into RUNposition.

ToEngageAugers
To engage the augers and start throwing snow, squeeze the
auger control against the left handle. Releaseto stop the augers.

ReplacingShearPins
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear pins
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
the augers will not turn, check to see if the pins have sheared.
See Fig. 5-3.
anything other than OEM Part No.738-O4124A
CAUTION:
replacement NEVERreplace
shear pins. Anythe
damage
auger to
shear
the pins
auger
with
gearbox or other components as a result of failing to
do so will NOT be covered by your snow thrower's
war ranty.

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

Stopping the Engine
operation, never leave the machine unattended
ARNING:
To avoid
unsupervised
engineoff after
with
the engine
running.
Turn the engine
use and remove key.

_
--

Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry offany
moisture on the engine.
1.

Move throttle control to STOP position.

Remove the key. Removing the key will reduce the
possibility of unauthorized starting of the engine while
equipment is not in use. Keep the key in a safe place. The
engine cannot start without the key.

Wipe any moisture away from the controls on the engine.

Figure 5-3

SECTION

S --

OPERATION

Maintenance& Adjustments
Maintenance

Lubrication

Engine

GearShaft

Refer to the Engine Maintenance

section.

The gear (hex) shaft should
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

be checked periodically

at least once a season

Carefully pivot the snow thrower
rests on the auger housing.

Remove the frame cover from the underside

of the snow

necessary.

be lubricated

(25) hours of operation.

thrower

skid shoes:

by removing

up and forward

the self-tapping

so that it

of the snow

screws which

secure

it. Refer to Fig 8-3.

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

Reassemble

new skid shoes with the four carriage bolts

(two on each side) and hex flange

Apply a light coating
shaft. See Fig. 6-2.
NOTE:When

nuts. Refer to Fig. 6-1.

of engine

lubricating

any oil on the aluminum

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

the hex shaft, be careful not to get
drive plate or the rubber friction

wheel. Doing so will hinder the snow thrower's
system. Wipe offany

excess or spilled

drive

oil.

/
/
/
/

j
Figure 6-1

To remove

shave plate:
Figure 6-2

Remove the carriage
the snow thrower

bolts and hex nuts which

attach it to

housing.

Wheels
2.

Reassemble

new shave plate, making

bolts are to the inside of housing.

sure heads of carriage

Tighten

At least once a season, remove both wheels.

securely.

Tire Pressure

axles with a multipurpose
wheels.

Before operating, check the tire pressure before operating the
snow thrower. Refer to the tire side wall for tire manufacturer's

Chute Directional Control

recommended

Once a season, lubricate
3-in-1 oil.

psi and inflate

(or deflate)

the tires as necessary..

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

may

automotive

the eye-bolt

Clean and coat the

grease before

bushing

reinstalling

and the spiral with

path and the shave plate may wear unevenly.

Auger Shaft

Adjustments

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

inside the shaft and around

the flange bearings found
shear pins. See Fig. 6-3.

the spacers and

at either end of the shaft. Reinstall the

Shift Cable
If the full range of speeds (forward

and reverse) cannot be

achieved, refer to the figures to the right and adjust
cable as follows:

the shift

Place the shift lever in the fastest forward

Loosen the hex nut on the shift cable index bracket.

speed position.
See

Fig. 6-4.

J
Figure 6-3

J
Figure
3.

Pivot the bracket

Retighten

downward

6-4
to take up slack in the cable.

the hex nut.

Auger Control
Refer to the Assembly
adjusting

and Set-Up section

the auger control

for instructions

cable.

ChuteAssembly
Refer to the Assembly and Set-Up section
adjusting the chute assembly.

Skid Shoes
Refer to the Assembly and Set-Up section
adjusting the skid shoes.

SECTION 6 --

MAINTENANCE

& ADJUSTMENTS

DriveControl

ChuteBracketAdjustment

When the drive control
position,

is released

the cable should

and in the disengaged

have very little slack. It should

"up"

If the spiral at the bottom

NOT be

fully engaging

tight.

adjusted.

NOTE: If excessive

slack is present in the drive cable or if the snow

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

forward.

can be

To do so:

Loosen the two nuts which
reposition

secure the chute bracket and

it slightly. See Fig. 6-6.

push the snow thrower
roll freely.

not roll freely.

between

released,

move the shift lever back

the R2 position

and the F6 position

several times. There should

be no change

the shift lever while

through

moving

in resistance

all the speeds.

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

released,

The unit should

With the drive control
and forth

is not

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

operation,

control

of the d rive control as follows:

With the drive control
gently

during

of the chute directional

with the chute assembly, the chute bracket

Proceed as follows:

Loosen the lower hex nut on the drive cable bracket.

See

Fig. 6-5.

Figure 6-6
2.

Retighten

the nuts.

0ff-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.

Clean the exterior

as instructed

in an unventilated

area,

using a light oil or silicone

to coat

of the engine and the snow thrower.

NOTE: Refer to the Engine Maintenance

earlier in this section.

section for information

on storing your engine.

Figure 6-5
6.

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

Retighten

the upper

more slack (or

hex nut.

SECTION 6 --

MAINTENANCE

& ADJUSTMENTS

EngineMaintenance
WARNING!

To prevent

accidental

start-up,

the engine and remove the key before
any type of engine

shut off

Periodic

inspection

and adjustment

high level performance

performing

of the engine is essential

is to be maintained.

will also ensure a long service life. The required

maintenance.

Regular maintenance
service intervals

and the type of maintenance
to be performed are described
in the table below. Follow the hourly or calendar intervals,
whichever

occur first. More frequent

operating

in adverse

service is required

when

conditions.

MaintenanceSchedule
Tasks

First 5 HrSl
-

Check engine

Each Use or

' Every Season

Every 5 Hrs.

or25 Hrs.

oil

Change engine

0il

or 100 Hrs.

•

area

•
6.

Changing EngineOil

Refill with the recommended
refer to Operation

NOTE: Check the oil level before each use and after every five
hours of operation to be sure correct oil level is maintained.
Refer
to Checking
1.

Oil Level in the Operation

Drain fuel from

Spark plug

Clean exhaust

or 50 Hrs.

•

Check spark plug
service

Every Season

tank by running

Reinstall

the oil filler cap/dipstick

securely.

section
engine until the fuel tank is

empty. Be sure fuel fill cap is secure.
oil collection

oil and check the oil level;

section for instructions.

Place suitable

container

Remove oil drain plug, Figure 7-1.

and water as soon as possible after handling
used
AUTION:
oil.
Thoroughly
wash your hands with soap

under oil drain plug.

NOTE: Pleasedispose of used motor oil in a manner that is
friendly to the environment. Take it to a recycling center or other
collection center.

Oil Recommendations
When adding

oil to the engine,

Engine oil capacity
Use a 4-stroke,
quality motor
manufacturer's

refer to viscosity

is 600 ml (approx.

or an equivalent

chart below.

20 oz.). Do not over-fill.

high detergent,

premium

oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile
requirements
for service classification SG, SF.

Motor oils classified
container.

SG, SF will show this designation

on the

(oF)-40o-20 o 0o 200 400
,,

(oc)

-30 ° -20° -10° 0°

Figure 7-1
4.

Tip engine to drain oil into the container. Used oil must be
disposed of at a proper collection center.

Reinstall

the drain plug and washer and tighten

securely.

2-stroke engine oil. It could shorten the engine's
CAUTION"
service life. DO NOT use nondetergent
oil or

Spark Plug

Check that the spark plug washer is in good condition
and thread

the spark plug in by hand to prevent

cross-

threading.
plug removed. DO NOT crank engine with spark
WARNING?
plug removed. DO NOT check for spark with spark

After the spark plug is seated, tighten
wrench

to compress

NOTE:When

To ensure proper

engine operation,

properly

and free of deposits.

gapped

the spark plug must be

installing

a new spark plug, tighten

1/2-turn

after the spark plug seats to compress the washer. When
reinstalling
a used spark plug, tighten Vs- to 1/4-turn after

muffler will be very hot. Be careful not to touch the
WARNING!
muffler.
If the engine has been running, the

with a spark plug

the washer.

the spark plug seats to compress

the washer.

securely. A loose spark plug can become very hot
CAUTION!
The spark
plug must be tightened
and
can damage
the engine.

_hL

Remove the spark plug boot and use a spark plug wrench
to remove the plug, Figure 7-2.

Cleaning the Engine
If the engine

has been running,

an hour before

Spark Plug

cleaning.

allow it to cool for at least half

Periodically

remove dirt build-up

from

engine.

because water could contaminate

CAUTION!
garden hose

fuel. Using a

Do
or pressure
not spray washing
engine with
equipment
water tocan
clean

also force water into the muffler
passes through

the muffler

opening.

Water that

can enter the cylinder,

causing damage.

could cause a fire. Inspect and clean before every
use.
ARNING!
Accumulation
of debris around muffler

Off-SeasonStorage
Engines stored over 30 days need to be drained
prevent

deterioration

carburetor,
Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard the spark plug
if there is apparent wear, or if the insulator is cracked or
chipped.
reused.
3_

Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be

and other fuel system components,

serviced

Remove all fuel from tank by running

engine

Remove spark plug and pour approximately

necessary

of clean engine

should
f

Figure 7-3. The gap

be set to .02-.03 inches (0.60-0.80

ram).

until it stops.

oil.

Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. Correct as
side electrode,

replaced.

Change the engine

by bending

of fuel to

in the fuel

system or on essential carburetor parts. If the gasoline in your
engine deteriorates
during storage, you may need to have the

Figure 7-2
2_

and gum from forming

oil into the cylinder.

several times to distribute

1 oz. (30 ml)

Pull the recoil starter

the oil, and reinstall the spark

plug.

Electrode

Clean debris from around
behind

muffler.

are susceptible

Apply

engine,

and under, around,

a light film ofoil

to rust.

Store in a clean, dry and well ventilated
appliance

and

on any areas that

that operates

area away from any

with a flame or pilot light, such as a

furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer. Avoid any area with
a spark producing
electric motor, or where power tools are
operated.
If possible,

k,_

(0.60-0.80 ram)
Figure 7-3

avoid storage

Keep the engine
oil leakage.

areas with

high humidity.

level in storage. Tilting

can cause fuel or

SECTION
7 -- ENGINEMAINTENANCE

Service
Belt Replacement

Auger Belt

pivot the snow thrower

up and forward

so that it

rests on the auger housing.

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

Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel.

Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by
removing the two self-tapping
screws. See Fig. 8-1.

Remove the frame cover from the underside
thrower by removing
it. See Fig. 8-3.

auger belt, proceed

Carefully

the self-tapping

of the snow

screws which

secure

Figure 8-3
6,

Remove the belt as follows.
a.

See Fig. 8-4.

Loosen and remove the shoulder

screw which acts

as a belt keeper.
b.

Figure 8-2

Unhook

the support

bracket

Figure 8-4

spring from the frame.

Remove the belt from around
belt between

the support

the auger pulley, and slip the

bracket

and the auger pulley.

See Fig. 8-5.

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

drive belt, proceed

To prevent spillage, remove all fuel from tank by running
engine until it stops. Remove the plastic belt cover on
the front of the engine by removing
screws. Refer to Fig. 8-1.
2.

Remove the belt as follows.

the two self-tapping

See Fig. 8-6.:

Roll the auger

belt off the engine

pulley.

Use a wrench
right.

Lift the drive belt off engine pulley.

to pivot the idler pulley toward the

Figure 8-5
8.

Replace the auger belt by following
order.
NOTE: Do not forget
and reconnect
replacement

instructions

to reinstall the shoulder

in reverse

screw

the spring to the frame after installing

auger belt.

Figure 8-6
4.

Carefully pivot the snow thrower
rests on the auger housing.

Remove the frame cover from the underside
thrower

by removing

up and forward

the self-tapping

so that it

of the snow

screws which

secure

it. Refer to Fig. 8-3.

SECTION

SERVICE

Back out the stop bolt to increase the clearance
the friction

wheel disc and friction

between

FrictionWheelRemoval

wheel. See Fig. 8-7.
If the snow thrower

fails to drive with the drive control engaged,

and performing
the drive control cable adjustment
fails to
correct the problem, the friction wheel may need to be replaced.
Follow the instructions
below. Examine the friction wheel for
signs of wear or cracking

and replace if necessary:

Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel.

Place the shift lever in third Forward

Carefully

pivot the snow thrower

(F3) position.

up and forward

so that it

rests on the auger housing.
4.

Remove the frame cover from the underside

of the snow

thrower by removing the self-tapping
screws which secure
it. Remove the right-hand wheel by removing the screw
and bell washer which

secure it to the axle. See Fig. 8-8.

r
//

Figure 8-7
7.

Slip the drive belt off the pulley and between
wheel and friction

wheel

Remove and replace

friction

disc. See Fig. 8-7.

belt in the reverse order.

Figure 8-8

SECTION

SERVICE

Carefully

remove the hex nut which

to the snow thrower

secures the hex shaft

frame and lightly

dislodge the ball bearing
See Fig. 8-9.

tap the shaft's end to

from the right side of the frame.

Follow the previous
components.
replacing
1.

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the threads

on the shaft.

steps in reverse order to reassemble

If you're

disassembling

the friction

only the rubber ring, proceed

Remove the four screws which
side plates together.

wheel and

as follows:

secure the friction

wheel's

See Fig. 8-11.

/ .................................

f
\

Figure 8=11

Figure 8-9
6.

Carefully

position

the hex shaft downward

before carefully sliding
shaft. See Fig. 8-10.

the friction

and to the left

wheel assembly

off the

Remove the rubber

Reassemble
NOTE:When

NOTE: If you're

replacing

the friction

wheel assembly

as a

ring from between

reassembling

make sure that the rubber

whole, discard the worn part and slide the new part onto
the hex shaft.

properly

the plates.

the side plates with a new rubber

between

the friction

ring.

wheel assembly,

ring is centered

and seated

the side plates. Tighten

each screw

only one rotation before turning the wheel clockwise
and proceeding with the next screw. Repeat this process
several times to ensure the plates are secured
force (between
4.

with equal

6 ft-lbs and 9 ft-lbs).

Slide the friction wheel assembly back onto the hex shaft
and follow the steps above in reverse order to reassemble
components.

Figure 8-10

SECTION

SERVICE

Troubleshooting
Problem

Cause

Engine fails to start

1. Choke not in CHOKE position.

1. Move choke to CHOKE position.

2. Spark plug wire disconnected.

2. Connect wire to spark plug.

3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.

3. Fill tankwith

4. Engine not primed.

4. Prime engine as instructed
Section.

S. Faulty spark plug.

5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.

6. Key not in ignition
Engine running erratically/
inconsistent RPM (hunting

Remedy

1. Engine running

on engine.

on CHOKE.

clean, fresh gasoline.
in the Operation

6. insert key fully into the switch.
1. Move choke lever to RUN position.

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. Contact an authorized

Service Center.

Engine overheats

1. Carburetor

notadjusted

properly.

1. Contact an authorized

Service Center.

Excessive vibration

1. Loose parts or damaged

auger.

1. Stop engine immediately

or surging)

spark plug wire. Tighten

and disconnect
all bolts and nuts. If

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

Lossof power

Unit fails to propel itself

Unit fails to discharge

snow

1. Spark plug wire loose.

1. Connect and tighten

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.

1. Adjust drive control cable. Refer to
Maintenance and Adjustments section.

2. Drive belt loose or damaged.

2. Replace drive belt. Refer to Service section

3. Friction wheel worn.

3. Replace friction
section.

1. Chute assembly

clogged.

spark plug wire.

wheel. Refer to Service

Stop engine immediately
and disconnect
spark plug wire. Clean chute assembly and
inside of auger housing
or a stick.

2. Foreign object

lodged in auger.

Stop engine immediately

with clean-out

tool

and disconnect

spark plug wire. Remove object from auger
with clean-out tool or a stick.

Engine fails to start

3. Auger control cable in need of adjustment.

Refer to Auger Control Test.

4. Auger belt loose or damaged.

4. Refer to Maintenance

5. Shear pin(s) sheared.

5. Replace with new shear pin(s).

1. Extension cord not connected (when using
electric start button, on models so equipped)

1. Connect one end of the extension

section.

cord to

the electric starter outlet and the other end
to a three-prong
outlet.

120-volt, grounded,

ReplacementParts
Component

Phone (800) 800-7310 to order replacement
Parts Manual

downloads

are also available

parts or a complete

Part Number

and Description

929-0071

Extension Cord, 110V

954-04050
754-0367

Auger Drive Belt
Wheel Drive Belt

684-04153
935-04054

Friction Wheel Assembly
Friction Wheel Rubber

925-1658

Halogen

738-04124A
714-04040

Shear Pin, 1.50
Bow-tie Cotter Pin

784-5580
731-06439
790-00091
731-05984A

Slide Shoe, Standard (Steel)

731-2643

Chute Clean-out

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

Shave
Shave
Shave
Shave

951-10630

Key

951-10292

Spark Plug

Parts Manual

Lamp, 12V, 27W

Slide Shoe, Standard (Polymer)
Slide Shoe, Deluxe (Steel)
Slide Shoe, Deluxe (Polymer)

Plate,
Plate,
Plate,
Plate,

Tool

22"
24"
26"
28"

(have your full model number

and serial number

ready).

free of charge at www.mtdproducts.com.

Attachments
& Accessories
The following

attachments

compatibility,

price and availability

and accessories

Model

_Compatible

are available

for your snow thrower.

(have your full model number

Number
Drift

0EM-390-674

Heavy

490-241-0009

Light

490-241-0010

Polymer

with a split alternator.

ready).

Description

0EM-390-679

on models equipped

Phone (800) 800-7310 for information

and serial number

Cutter

Duty

Kit

Snow Cab

Kit _-

Skid Shoe Kit

regarding

MTD CONSUMER GROUP INC (MTD), the California Air Resources Board (CARB)
and the United States Environment Protection Agency (U. S. EPA)
Emission
(Owner's

Control System Warranty

Defect Warranty

Statement

Rights and Obligations)

EMISSIONCONTROLSYSTEMCOVERAGEIS APPLICABLETOCERTIFIEDENGINESPURCHASEDIN CALIFORNIAIN 2005 ANDTHEREAFTER,WHICHARE USEDIN CALIFORNIA,ANDTO CERTIFIEDMODELYEAR2005 AND LATERENGINESWHICHARE PURCHASEDAND
USEDELSEWHEREIN THE UNITEDSTATES.
Californiaand elsewherein the UnitedStatesEmissionControlDefectsWarrantyCoverage
The CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoard(CARB),U. S. EPAand MTDare pleasedto explaintheemissionscontrol systemwarrantyon your modelyear
2006 and latersmalloff-roadengine.In California,new smalloff-roadenginesmustbe designed,builtand equippedto meet theStatesanti-smog
standards.Elsewherein the UnitedStates,newnon-road,spark-ignitionenginescertifiedfor model2005and later,mustmeet similarstandardsset
forth by the U. S. EPA.MTDmustwarrantythe emissioncontrolsystemon yourenginefor the periodof time listed below,providedtherehasbeen
no abuse,neglector impropermaintenanceof your smalloff-roadengine.
Youremissioncontrolsystemmay includepartssuch as the carburetor,fuel-injectionsystem,the ignitionsystem,and catalyticconverter,fueltanks,
fuel lines,fuel caps,valves,canisters,filters,vaporhoses,clamps,connectors,and otherassociatedemission-relatedcomponents.
Wherea warrantableconditionexists,MTDwill repairyoursmall off-roadengineat no cost to yourincludingdiagnosis,partsand labor.
MANUFACTURER'S

WARRANTY COVERAGE:

This emissionscontrolsystemis warrantedfor two years.If anyemission-relatedpart on yourengine is defective,the part will be repairedor
replacedby MTD.
OWNER'S WARRANTY

RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the smalloff-roadengineowner,youare responsibleforthe performanceof the requiredmaintenancelisted in your Owner'sManual.MTD
recommendsthat you retainall yourreceiptscoveringmaintenanceson yoursmall off-roadengine,but MTDcan not denywarrantysolelyfor the
lack of receiptsor foryour failureto ensurethe performanceto all scheduledmaintenance.
As the smalloff-roadengineowner,youshouldhoweverbe awarethat MTDmaydenyyour warrantycoverageif yoursmall off-roadengine or part
hasfaileddue toabuse, neglect,impropermaintenanceor unapprovedmodifications.
Youare responsiblefor presentingyour smalloff-roadengineto an AuthorizedMTDServiceDealeras soonas a problemexists.Thewarranted
repairsshouldbe completedin a reasonableamountof time,notto exceed30 days.
If you haveanyquestionsregardingyourwarrantyrightsand responsibilities,you shouldcontacta MTDService Representativeat 1-800-800-7310
and addressis MTDCONSUMERGROUP,RO. Box361131,ClevelandOH,44136-0019.
DEFECTS WARRANTY

REQUIREMENTS

FOR 1995 AND LATER SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES:

This sectionappliesto 1995and later smalloff-roadengines.The warrantyperiodbeginson the datethe engineor equipmentis deliveredto an
ultimatepurchaser.
(a) GeneralEmissionsWarrantyCoverage
MTDmustwarrantto the ultimatepurchaserand eachsubsequentpurchaserthat the engineis:
(1) Designed,built,and equippedsoas to conformwith all applicableregulationsadoptedby the Air ResourcesBoardpursuantto its authorityin
Chapters1 and 2,Part 5, Division26 of the Healthand SafetyCode; and
(2) Freefrom defectsin materialsand workmanshipthat causethe failureof a warrantedpart to be identicalin all materialrespectsto the partas
describedin theengine manufacturer'sapplicationfor certificationfora periodof two years.
(b) The warrantyon emissions-relatedpartswill be interpretedas follows:
(1) Anywarrantedpart that is not scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenancein the writteninstructionsrequiredby Subsection(c)
mustbe warrantedfor the warrantyperioddefinedin Subsection(a)(2). If any such partfails duringthe periodof warrantycoverage,it mustbe
repairedor replacedby MTDaccordingto Subsection(4) below.Anysuch part repairedor replacedunder thewarrantymustbe warrantedfor
the remainingwarrantyperiod.
(2) Any warrantedpartthat is scheduledonlyfor regularinspectionin the writteninstructionsrequiredby Subsection(c) must be warrantedfor
thewarrantyperioddefinedin Subsection(a)(2).A statementin such writteninstructionsto the effectof "repairor replaceas necessary"will
not reducethe periodof warrantycoverage.Anysuch part repairedor replacedunderwarrantymustbe warrantedforthe remainingwarranty
period.
(3) Anywarrantedpartthat whichis scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenancein the writteninstructionsrequiredby Subsection(c)
mustbe warrantedfor the periodd time prior to the first scheduledreplacementpointforthat part. If the part fails priorto thefirst scheduled
replacement,the part mustbe repairedor replacedby MTDaccordingto Subsection(4) below.Any suchpart repairedor replacedunder
warrantymustbe warrantedfor the remainderof the period priorto the first scheduledreplacementpointfor the part.

(4)Repair
orreplacement
ofanywarranted
partunder
thewarranty
provisions
ofthisarticle
must
beperformed
atnocharge
totheowner
ata
warranty
station.
(5)Notwithstanding
theprovisions
ofSubsection
(4)above,
warranty
services
orrepairs
must
beprovided
atallMTD
distribution
centers
that
arefranchised
toservice
thesubject
engines.
(6)Theowner
must
notbecharged
fordiagnostic
laborthatleads
tothedetermination
thatawarranted
partisinfactdefective,
provided
that
suchdiagnostic
workisperformed
atawarranty
station.
(7)Theengine
manufacturer
isliable
fordamages
toother
engine
components
proximately
caused
byafailure
under
warranty
ofanywarranted
part.
(8)Throughout
theengine's
warranty
period
defined
inSubsection
(a)(2),
MTD
willmaintain
a supply
ofwarranted
partssufficient
tomeet
the
expected
demand
forsuchparts.
(9)Anyreplacement
partmaybeused
intheperformance
ofanywarranty
maintenance
orrepairs
andmust
beprovided
without
charge
tothe
owner.
Suchusewillnotreduce
thewarranty
obligations
ofMTD.
(10)Add-on
ormodified
partsthatarenotexempted
bytheAirResources
Board
maynotbeused.
Theuseofanynon-exempted
add-on
or
modified
parts
shallbegrounds
fordisallowing
awarranty
claim
made
inaccordance
withthisarticle.
Theengine
manufacturer
shallnotbe
liable
under
thisarticle
towarrant
failures
ofwarranted
partscaused
bytheuseofnon-exempted
add-on
ormodified
part.
(c) MTDwill includea copy of the followingemissionwarrantyparts list with each newengine,usingthose portionsof the list applicableto the
e__&gine.
(1) FuelMeteringSystem
• Coldstart enrichmentsystem(soft choke)
,,Carburetor
andinternalparts
• Fuel Pump
• FuelTank
(2) Air InductionSystem
• Air cleaner
• Intakemanifold
(3) IgnitionSystem
• Sparkplug(s)
• MagnetoIgnitionSystem
(4) ExhaustSystem
Catalyticconverter
• SAI (Reedvalve)
(5) MiscellaneousItemsUsedin AboveSystem
Vacuum,temperature, position,time sensitivevalvesand switches
Connectorsand assemblies
(6) Evaporativecontrol
• Fuel Hosecertifiedfor ARBevaporativeemissionof 2006.
• Fuel HoseClamps
Tetheredfuel cap
Carboncanister
Vaporlines

GD0C-100174Rev.B

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, engine oil, air filters, spark
plugs 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.

FOR

c. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service
dealer.
d. 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.
e. Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts.
f. Transportation charges and service calls.
g. 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
bind MTD. Duringthe period of the warranty, the exclusive remedy
is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above.
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and
exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD shall not be liable
for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without
limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn
care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a
warranted product.
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 shall 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 injury to 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.
HOWSTATELAW RELATESTO THIS WARRANTY: This limited
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.

Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders havea separate oneyear warranty.

b. 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.

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136=0019; Phone: 1=800=800=7310, 1=330=220=4683
MTD Canada Limited = KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone 1=800=668=1238
GDOC-100016 REV. B

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