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SECTION 2:  ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER

Unpacking From Carton

Cut along corners of the carton and lay it down flat. 
Remove packing material. 

Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., 
operator’s manual, etc.).

Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for 
any remaining loose part.

Items Required For Assembly

1.

Engine oil

2.

Fresh gasoline

NOTE:  All references to left or right side of the snow
thrower is from the operating position only.

Before Assembly

Raising Upper Handle

Loosen the hand knob on each side of the handle. 
Remove packing material, if any.

Figure 1

Raise the upper handle in the direction shown in 
Figure 1 until it clicks into the operating position. 
Make sure not to pinch or crimp the cable.

Tighten the hand knobs.

Assembling the Discharge Chute

For shipping reasons, the snow thrower has been 
packaged with the upper chute pivoted all the way 
down. To pivot it upward, proceed as follows: 

Turn the chute until the chute opening is facing 
straight ahead.

Remove the wing knob, flat washer and carriage 
bolt from the lower chute. See Figure 2.

Pivot the upper chute upward over the lip on the 
lower chute
 so that there is NO gap between the 
upper chute and the lower chute. See Figure 2.

Re-secure with the hardware just removed.

CAUTION:Do not use the Chute 
Handle to lift the machine.

Figure 2

WARNING: 

Disconnect the spark plug wire 

and ground it against the engine to prevent 
unintended starting. See Figure 1.

Hand Knob

Access

Spark Plug

Carriage Bolt

and Flat Washer

Wing Knob

Summary of Contents for E285

Page 1: ...tem 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 Calif...

Page 2: ...nd the serial number of the equipment in the space below ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifications...

Page 3: ...surfaces 6 Disengage the auger control bail before starting the engine 7 Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running except where specifically recommended in the operator s manual 8...

Page 4: ...r which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your dealer or telephone 1 800 800 7310 for assistance and the name of your nearest servicing dealer Maintenance Storage 1 Nev...

Page 5: ...to the operating position Make sure not to pinch or crimp the cable Tighten the hand knobs Assembling the Discharge Chute For shipping reasons the snow thrower has been packaged with the upper chute p...

Page 6: ...desired Fuel Plug Discard the fuel plug before filling the fuel tank It is only used during assembly to keep dirt and debris out of fuel tank Primer Button Used to inject fuel directly into the carbur...

Page 7: ...e choke gradually to OFF If engine falters move choke immediately to FULL and then gradually to OFF When disconnecting the power cord always unplug from the three prong receptacle first and then from...

Page 8: ...STOP or OFF position Leave choke control in the FULL choke position Remove ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting Operating the Snow Thrower The pitch of the disch...

Page 9: ...As a result of both the control cable and the drive belt stretching due to wear periodic adjustments may be necessary If the auger seems to hesitate when rotating while the engine maintains a constan...

Page 10: ...s present NOTE Call 1 800 800 7310 for information regarding the price and availability of Auger Kit 753 04472 or contact an authorized MTD Service Dealer in your area To change the rubber paddles pro...

Page 11: ...fresh clean gasoline 3 Refer to engine manual for remedy 4 Refer to engine manual for remedy Engine overheats 1 Carburetor out of adjustment 1 Refer to engine manual for instruction Loss of power 1 S...

Page 12: ...285 E285 295 E295 41 39 44 35 35 44 35 44 33 43 42 18 3 14 21 8 20 10 28 22 4 1 13 11 21 2 16 7 29 12 17 25 22 28 19 15 30 6 9 9 13 31 23 27 CABLE TO BE ABOVE WHEEL AXEL 32 38 45 40 12 12 17 17 46 37...

Page 13: ...asher 1 4 21 736 3090 Flat Washer 260 x 720 x 060 22 741 0600 Ball Bearing 17 x 40 x 12 23 741 0919 Ball Bearing 24 746 04091 Control Cable 25 748 0234 Shoulder Spacer 25 THK 26 749 04114 Lower Handle...

Page 14: ...16 18 4 720 0284 Handle Knob Assembly 5 16 18 5 731 04127 Lower Chute 5 Dia 6 731 04353 Ring Lower Chute 7 731 04373 Chute Adapter 5 Dia 8 731 04388 Handle Chute 5 Dia 9 731 04429 Upper Chute w Expor...

Page 15: ...ngine 4 Cycle 9 726 0205 Clamp Hose 10 726 0470 Cable Tie 12 731 2825 Knob Choke 13 736 0119 Washer Lock 5 16 14 736 0242 Bell Washer 340 x 872 x 060 15 736 0337 Flat Washer 5 8 ID x 1 0 OD 16 747 041...

Page 16: ...ntenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d MTD d...

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