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Warning: 

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). 

If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. 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 apply on federal lands. A spark arrester 

for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, 

Ohio 44136-0019.

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

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION

IMPORTANT

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

42-inch Two-Stage Snow Thrower Attachment

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 Compatible Lawn Tractors & Garden Tractors

Model

OEM-190-032

190-032-101

3/8/2006

FORM NO. 769-01933C

Form No. 3357-361 Rev. 

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Summary of Contents for 190-032-10

Page 1: ...of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler...

Page 2: ...he controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below Visit www mtdproducts com Click on the Service Support menu option Phone a Customer S...

Page 3: ...this installation and for future use copy your rider s model number serial number below now Rider Model Number __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Rider Serial Number _________________________ The 5th 6...

Page 4: ...and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before starting to clear snow 9 To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vap...

Page 5: ...ety devices Check their proper operation regularly Refer to the maintenance and adjust ment sections of this manual 2 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting machine disen gage all control levers and...

Page 6: ...ardware Cable Ties Extension Spring Undercarriage Assembly Spare Shear Bolts Hex Lock Nuts Chute Directional Support w Tilt Lever Upper Crank Rod Lift Handle Assembly Click Pins Clevis Pins Auger Hous...

Page 7: ...od One Chute Directional Support w Tilt Lever Five Cable Ties 725 0157 Two Spare Shear Pins 738 04124 Cotter Pins 714 04040 One Cotter Pin 714 0507 Two Self adhesive Reflectors 730 3000 One Upper V be...

Page 8: ...your tractor is equipped with any front end accessory i e front bumper kit it must also be removed Mounting the Idler Pulley and Pin Manual PTO Tractors equipped with a 38 or 42 inch deck ONLY Frame M...

Page 9: ...o Determine Your Model of Rider on page 3 of this manual to determine what model rider you are attempting to install this attachment to 1 Remove the flange nut washer and shoulder spacer which secures...

Page 10: ...ly over the hex screw and shoulder spacer on the surface of the undercarriage See Figure 8 3 Fasten the idler bracket to the undercarriage with the hardware just removed See Figure 8 4 Attach one end...

Page 11: ...nch Decks with Cable Drive PTO Deck Idler Pull Style 2005 Later WARNING V Belt Belt Keeper Pin Extension Spring Spindle Pulley Undercarriage Assembly Click Pins Clevis Pins Threaded Pin V Belt Underca...

Page 12: ...has an Electric PTO MountingThe Undercarriage Assembly All 600 649 800 Model Series Tractors 1 Remove and retain the four hairpin clips from the weld pins found the top side of the undercarriage asse...

Page 13: ...of the undercarriage assembly 9 Connect the extension spring to the tractor s frame rail in the hole provided See Figure 16 NOTE The other end of the spring is attached to the idler pulley For an exam...

Page 14: ...nd idler bracket 783 1291 from the loose parts included in this carton Replace the nut and washer 3 Attach the PTO cable to the idler bracket then fit the cable into the slotted fitting as seen in Fig...

Page 15: ...n position beneath the tractor since you already connected the PTO cable in the previous steps 2 Remove the nut from the rear undercarriage mount ing stud located on the tractors frame rail on the rig...

Page 16: ...r is from the operating position only Attaching The Lift Handle 1 Attach the lift handle to the lift bracket on the right side of the auger housing assembly with the two hex screws and two flange nuts...

Page 17: ...ing assembly are positioned between the tractor s front tires Set the parking brake WARNING Before installing attach ment place tractor on a firm and level surface Place the PTO in the disengaged OFF...

Page 18: ...spindle pulley routed to the INSIDE of the PTO idler pulley on the undercarriage Make sure the belt is routed inside of the belt keeper pins found around the spindle pulley and engine pulley See Figur...

Page 19: ...keepers on the idler pulleys and the keeper pins found around the spindle pulley IMPORTANT Make certain that the flat side of the belt is facing outward This allows the V side of the belt to ride snug...

Page 20: ...e lift latch on the right side of the snow thrower engage locking the snow thrower in a raised position 2 To lower the snow thrower push downward on the lift handle until there is enough slack in the...

Page 21: ...diately and turn off the tractor s engine and remove the ignition key Examine the auger area thoroughly for damage and do NOT operate the snow thrower attachment until any damage is repaired IMPORTANT...

Page 22: ...plate and the ground can be adjusted by repositioning the skid shoes found on either side of the snow thrower s auger housing For close snow removal place skid shoes in the low position Use a middle...

Page 23: ...y to prevent unintended starting Lubrication of Chute Directional Control The spiral on the end of the lower chute crank the base of the discharge chute itself and the joint blocks which connect the l...

Page 24: ...of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer e MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the Uni...

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