Murray 6291570X61, Instruction Book

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8. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are
securely fastened. Inspect all visible moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
9. Cover the bare metal parts of the blower
housing, auger, and the impeller with spray
rust preventative lubricant.
10. Put the unit in a building that has good
ventilation.
11. If the machine must be stored outdoors,
block up the snow thrower to be sure the
entire machine is off the ground.
12. Cover the snow thrower with a suitable
protective cover that does not retain
moisture. Do not use plastic.
How To Order Replacement Parts
The replacement parts are shown either on the
back pages of this Instruction Book or in a
separate Parts List Book.
Use only manufacturer’s authorized or approved
replacement parts. Do not use attachments or
accessories not specifically recommended for
this unit. In order to obtain proper replacement
parts you must supply the model number (see
nameplate).
To obtain replacement parts, contact your local
Dealer.
Replacement parts for the engine, transaxle, or
transmission, are available from the
manufacturer’s authorized service centre found
in the yellow pages of the telephone directory.
Also, see the individual engine or transmission
warranties to order replacement parts.
When ordering the following information is
required:
(1) The Model Number
(2) Serial Number
(3) Part Number
(4) Quantity
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
TROUBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Difficult starting Defective spark plug. Replace spark plug.
Water or dirt in fuel system. Use carburetor bowl drain to flush and refill with
fresh fuel.
Engine runs erratic Blocked fuel line, empty gas tank, or stale
gasoline. Clean fuel line; check fuel supply; add fresh
gasoline.
Engine stalls Unit running on CHOKE. Set choke lever to RUN position.
Engine runs erratic;
Loss of power Water or dirt in fuel system. Use carburetor bowl drain to flush and refill with
fresh fuel.
Excessive vibration Loose parts: damaged impeller. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark
plug wire. Tighten all bolts and make all
necessary repairs. If vibration continues, have
the unit serviced by a competent repairman.
Unit fails to propel itself Drive belt loose or damaged. Replace drive belt.
Incorrect adjustment of traction drive cable. Adjust traction drive cable.
Worn or damaged friction wheel. Replace friction wheel.
Unit fails to discharge snow Auger drive belt loose or damaged. Adjust auger drive belt; replace if damaged.
Auger control cable not adjusted correctly. Adjust auger control cable.
Shear bolt broken. Replace shear bolt.
Discharge chute clogged. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark
plug wire. Clean discharge chute and inside of
auger housing.
Foreign object lodged in auger. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark
plug wire. Remove object from auger.