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Model E740F

Ref.

No.

Part No.

Part Description

710-1652

Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .625

731-1324

Belt Cover

732-0710

Extension Spring

710-0627

Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75

710-3005

Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25

05896A

Drive Clutch Idler Bracket

748-0234

Shoulder Spacer

756-0985

Pulley Half

754-0346

V-Belt

10.

756-0984

Pulley Half

11.

736-0270

Bell Washer

12.

710-0230

Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x .50

13.

756-0313

Flat Idler

14.

710-1245

Lock Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24

15.

712-0181

Lock Jam Nut 3/8-16

16.

756-0569

Pulley Half

17.

736-0242

Bell Washer

18.

736-0505

Flat Washer

19.

754-0430A

Belt

20.

756-0967

Auger Pulley

21.

736-0247

Flat Washer 3/8 x 1.25 OD

22.

736-0331

Bell Washer

23.

710-0696

Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24

24.

748-0360

Adapter Pulley

25.

710-0654A

Hex Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0

26.

629-0071

Extension Cord

27.

OEM-390-987

Electric Start Kit

IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory
Approved Parts.
V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage
safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by
not disengaging completely

Summary of Contents for E740F

Page 1: ...ust 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 i...

Page 2: ...uthorized dealer You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down at the dash panel A sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the contro...

Page 3: ... and other foreign objects which could be tripped over or thrown by the auger impeller 2 Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes 3 Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer garments Do not wear jewelry long scarves or other loose clothin...

Page 4: ...ents and accessories approved by the manufacturer e g wheel weights tire chains cabs etc 20 If situations occur 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 And Storage 1 Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly 2 Disengage all c...

Page 5: ... THE CHUTE DIRECTIONAL C D ATTACHING THE SHIFT ROD AND CLUTCH CABLES F AUGER SHEAR BOLTS SPARES Shear Bolts 710 0890A ATTACHING THE TRACK CONTROLS Track Control Triggers CONTROL ASSEMBLY Eyebolt Not Shown Hex Bolts 710 3180 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 Hex Bolts 710 3008 5 16 18 x 3 4 Handle Tabs 784 5599 Lock Washers 736 0119 5 16 I D Carriage Bolts 710 0262 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Cupped Washers 736 0242 5 16 I D 5 ...

Page 6: ... in place depress both controls against the handles While continuing to hold the right control release the left control the auger control lock will keep left control engaged See Figure 2 Fasten right side of the handle panel by inserting two carriage bolts through handle and handle panel bolts must go through both the plastic and metal parts of the handle panel Secure with cupped washers cupped si...

Page 7: ...r chute bracket securely Tighten the hex nut on the eye bolt on the chute directional control Figure 6 IMPORTANT Attach the shift rod and clutch cables as follows Check adjustments as instructed and make any necessary adjustments before operating your snow thrower Failure to follow the instructions may cause damage to the snow thrower Attaching Shift Rod Use Hardware D Place the shift lever on the...

Page 8: ...ntrol in the same manner Attach track control cable to track control handle by inserting cable ball into slot on track control handle Pull cable down and up until it snaps into front of track control handle Repeat on other side Figure 9 Secure the track control cables to the inside of the lower handle using the cable ties provided Pull the cable ties tight and trim the excess ends of the cable tie...

Page 9: ...ontrol released your snow thrower s traction control is in need of adjustment and you should NOT operate the machine before completing the adjustment as follows Loosen the jam nut on the traction control cable and UNTHREAD the cable one full turn Recheck the adjustment Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached If the machine can be moved freely both forward and r...

Page 10: ...w thrower in open areas until you become familiar with these controls See Figure 12 NOTE It is easier to maneuver a non running snow thrower with both track steering controls held in simultaneously Headlight If Equipped The headlight is on whenever the engine is running Skid Shoe The position of the skid shoe is determined by the condition of the ground from where snow has to be removed See Figure...

Page 11: ...y sign of motion drive or augers with the clutch grips disengaged shut engine off immediately Readjust as instructed in the Final Adjustments in the Assembly Section Attach spark plug wire to spark plug Make certain the metal loop on end of the spark plug wire inside the boot is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug Make certain the fuel cutoff valve is in the OPEN vertical positi...

Page 12: ...osition Remove ignition key Do not turn key Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended NOTE Keep it in a safe place Engine will not start without ignition key Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in the area of the control levers Also move control levers back and forth several times To Engage Track Drive With the ...

Page 13: ...eel must contact the drive plate See Figure 14 Figure 14 If adjustment is necessary Loosen the jam nut on the traction drive cable Adjust the cable as necessary Refer to Figure 8 Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached Reassemble the frame cover Chute Directional Control And Support Bracket Adjustment If the spiral at the base of the chute directional control i...

Page 14: ... shaft with 6 n 1 grease at least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation available at automotive stores or order part number 737 0170 Refer to Figure 14 IMPORTANT Keep all grease and oil off of the rubber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate Drive and Shifting Mechanism Lubricate at least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation Remove the rear cover lubricate any chains s...

Page 15: ...ubricant into shaft before inserting new bolts IMPORTANT NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with standard hex bolts Any damage to the auger gearbox or other components as a result of doing so will NOT be covered by your snow thrower s warranty Shave Plate and Skid Shoes The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear They should be checked periodically and rep...

Page 16: ...eel rubber if any signs of wear or cracking are found Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the housing Remove six self tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower Remove the click pins which secure the wheels and remove the wheels from the axle Using a 7 8 wrench to hold the shaft loosen but do not completely remove th...

Page 17: ...carburetor by pressing upward on bowl drain located below the carburetor cover NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust Remove spark plug and pour one ounce of engine oil through spark plug hole into cylinder Cover spark plug hol...

Page 18: ...ire loose 2 Gas cap vent hole plugged 1 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 2 Remove ice and snow from gas cap Be certain vent hole is clear Excessive vibration 1 Loose parts or damaged auger 1 Stop the engine immediately and disconnect the spark plug wire Tighten all bolts and nuts If vibration continues have the unit serviced by an authorized service dealer Unit fails to propel itself 1 Traction...

Page 19: ...in 25 x 1 25 7 717 0528 Worm Gear 20 tooth 8 717 0526 Worm Shaft 9 718 0186 Thrust Collar 10 721 0325 Grease Plug 11 721 0327 Grease Seal 12 736 0351 Flat Washer 76 x 1 5 x 030 13 736 0369 Flat Washer 508 x 1 0 x 020 14 736 0445 Flat Washer 76 x 1 5 x 060 15 741 0662 Flange Bearing 75 x 1 0 x 59 16 741 0663 Flange Bearing 503 ID x 75 OD 17 618 0121A Gear Assembly Complete 26 2 12 4 6 7 10 9 14 11 ...

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Page 21: ...4 x 1 50 30 720 0274 Grip 31 749 0910B Handle RH 749 0911B Handle LH 32 710 1003 Hew Washer Screw 33 731 1391 Handle Panel 731 1393 Handle Panel w Top Light 34 710 0262 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 50 35 736 0242 Bell Washer 340 ID x 872 OD 36 747 0798A Shift Rod 37 726 0100 Push Cap 38 720 0201A Chute Directional Control Knob 40 705 5204A Chute Directional Control Assembly 41 712 3010 Hex Nut 5 16 1...

Page 22: ...22 Model E740F 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 13 16 10 21 22 23 25 23 22 26 18 27 28 13 30 31 32 33 16 18 35 34 36 37 38 39 41 40 42 17 40 39 29 24 9 19 18 16 43 44 13 ...

Page 23: ...242 Belleville Washer 19 736 0231 Flat Wshr 344ID x 1 125 OD 21 731 1379B Chute Adapter 22 712 0324 Hex Lock Nut 1 4 20 23 736 0463 Flat Washer 24 784 5618 Bearing Housing 25 710 0703 Carriage Screw 1 4 20 x 75 26 710 0604 Hex Screw 5 16 18 27 736 0169 Lock Washer 3 8 28 712 0798 Hex Nut 3 8 16 29 741 0245 Hex Flange Bearing 30 784 5580 Skid Shoe 31 736 0242 Bell Washer 32 712 3010 Hex Nut 5 16 18...

Page 24: ...24 Model E740F 25 19 26 27 24 23 22 21 16 17 18 19 20 29 30 31 2 32 32 34 30 2 27 26 19 25 36 21 24 23 22 12 2 30 10 18 19 20 2 1 13 11 14 15 9 3 7 6 5 4 32 40 39 38 32 37 28 8 35 ...

Page 25: ...all Bearing 19 736 0242 Bell Washer 34 ID x 872 OD 20 710 0538 Hex Cap Screw 5 16 18 x 625 21 710 0857 Tap Screw 1 4 20 x 75 22 736 0270 Bell Washer 265 ID x 75 OD 23 736 0176 Flat Washer 1 4 ID x 93 OD 24 741 1111 Hex Flange Bearing 25 710 0643 Hex Cap Screw 5 16 18 x 1 26 748 0234 Shoulder Spacer 27 710 0604 Tap Screw 5 16 18 x 625 28 684 0031 Frame Assembly 29 738 0924 Hex Screw 1 4 28 x 375 30...

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Page 27: ...gg Assembly 24 684 0024 Idler Axle Assembly 25 710 1231 Eye Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 26 784 5639 Track Side Plate 27 711 0911 Actuator Shaft 28 713 0233 Chain 29 618 0169 Track Steering Shaft Assy 30 683 0024 Track Hub Assembly 31 713 0437 Chain 32 741 0339 Flange Bearing 33 736 0287 Flat Washer 793 x 1 24 x 06 34 611 0053 Axle Assembly 35 750 0904 Spacer 514 x 630 x 1 59 36 618 0043 RH Dogg Assembly 37 7...

Page 28: ...28 Model E740F 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 4 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 19 16 16 16 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 ...

Page 29: ...at Idler 14 710 1245 Lock Hex Cap Screw 5 16 24 15 712 0181 Lock Jam Nut 3 8 16 16 756 0569 Pulley Half 17 736 0242 Bell Washer 18 736 0505 Flat Washer 19 754 0430A Belt 20 756 0967 Auger Pulley 21 736 0247 Flat Washer 3 8 x 1 25 OD 22 736 0331 Bell Washer 23 710 0696 Hex Cap Screw 3 8 24 24 748 0360 Adapter Pulley 25 710 0654A Hex Screw 3 8 16 x 1 0 26 629 0071 Extension Cord 27 OEM 390 987 Elect...

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Page 32: ...y on these items b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a sepa rate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening and tune ups or adjustments such as brake adjustments clutch adjustments or deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outsi...

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