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SECTION 1:  IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

WARNING: 

Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components

contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm

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DANGER:

 

This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this 

manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can 
result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. 
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

Training

1.

Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the 
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to 
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe 
place for future and regular reference and for 
ordering replacement parts. 

2.

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

3.

Never allow children under 14 years old to operate 
this machine. Children 14 years old and over 
should read and understand the operation 
instructions and safety rules in this manual and 
should be trained and supervised by a parent. 

4.

Never allow adults to operate this machine without 
proper instruction. 

5.

Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. 
Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge 
of material toward roads, bystanders and the like. 

6.

Keep bystanders, helpers, pets and children at 
least 75 feet from the machine while it is in 
operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

7.

Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, 
especially when operating in reverse.

Preparation

1.

Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment 
is to be used. Remove all doormats, newspapers, 
sleds, boards, wires 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 clothing, which could become 
entangled in moving parts. Wear footwear which 
will improve footing on slippery surfaces. 

4.

Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and 
receptacle for all units with electric start engines. 

5.

Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or 
crushed rock surfaces. 

6.

Disengage all control levers 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.

Let engine 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 vapors are explosive. 
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is 
spilled on yourself or your clothes, which can ignite. 
Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

a. Use only an approved gasoline container.
b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and 

other sources of ignition.

c.

Never fuel machine indoors. 

d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the 

engine is hot or running. 

e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes 

before refueling.

f.

Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more 
than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck to 
provide space for fuel expansion.

g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine 

and equipment. Move machine to another 
area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the 
engine.

i.

Never store the machine or fuel container 
inside where there is an open flame, spark or 
pilot light (e.g. furnace, water heater, space 
heater, clothes dryer etc.). 

j.

Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes 
before storing.

Summary of Contents for Style L

Page 1: ...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 simi...

Page 2: ...of this unit you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options belo Visit mtdproducts com for many useful suggestions Click on Customer Support button and you will get the four options reprod...

Page 3: ...hich 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...

Page 4: ...stments or inspections 18 Never put your hand in the discharge or collector openings Always use the clean out tool provided to unclog the discharge opening Do not unclog chute assembly while engine is...

Page 5: ...Engine Modification EM and Three Way Catalyst TWC if so equipped SAFETY LABELS FOUND ON YOUR SNOW THROWER DANGER NEVER PUT HAND IN CHUTE CONTACT WITH ROTATING PARTS CAN AMPUTATE FINGERS AND HANDS SHU...

Page 6: ...y your snow thrower is operating safely and properly 1 Observe the lower rear area of the snow thrower to be sure both cables are aligned with roller guides before pivoting the handle upward 2 Secure...

Page 7: ...er CAUTION Prior to operating your snow thrower refer to Auger Control Test on page 11 Read and follow all instructions carefully and perform all adjustments to verify your snow thrower is operating s...

Page 8: ...ster Gas Cap Unthread the gas cap to add gasoline to the fuel tank Choke Control The choke control is found on the rear of the engine and is activated by rotating the knob clockwise Activating the cho...

Page 9: ...The chute clean out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing with a mounting clip The tool is designed to clear a clogged chute assembly Refer to Operating Your Snow Thrower section for more d...

Page 10: ...e at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock Follow all instructions carefully prior to operating the electric starter WARNING If your home electrical system is grounded but a three hole...

Page 11: ...o Engage Drive 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 conditi...

Page 12: ...ch has formed in and near the chute assembly WARNING Never use your hands to clean snow and ice from the chute assembly or auger housing Refasten the clean out tool to the mounting clip on the rear of...

Page 13: ...on and remove the hairpin clip which secures the ferrule to the shift lever 2 Rotate the shift arm clockwise as far as it will go 3 Thread the ferrule up or down the shift rod until it aligns with the...

Page 14: ...e varies by model The space between the skid shoes and the ground can be adjusted See Figure 3 For close snow removal on a smooth surface raise skid shoes higher on the auger housing Use a middle or l...

Page 15: ...least once a season remove the shear pins on auger shaft Spray lubricant inside shaft around the spacers Also lubricate the flange bearings found at either end of the shaft See Figure 6 Figure 6 Gear...

Page 16: ...rame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing four self tapping screws which secure it 3 Roll the auger belt off the engine pulley 4 Unhook the support bracket spring from the frame Lo...

Page 17: ...so that it rests on the auger housing 2 Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing four self tapping screws which secure it 3 a Grasp the idler pulley and pivot it towar...

Page 18: ...ame and lightly tap the shaft s end to dislodge the ball bearing from the right side of the frame 2 a Slide the hex shaft downward and to the left while carefully un meshing the lower gears on the hex...

Page 19: ...ion prior to draining fuel Fuel left in engine for extended period deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems If unit is to be stored over 30 days prepare for storage as follows Remove gaso...

Page 20: ...stabilizer is used Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel Refer to the Tecumseh engine manual Loss of power Spark plug wire loose Gas cap vent hole plugged Exhaust port plugged Connect and tighten spa...

Page 21: ...21 NOTES...

Page 22: ...22 19 1 17 47 9 48 3 25 15 8 28 35 40 5 30 21 10 7 22 13 18 16 26 4 24 6 41 15 2 49 55 53 54 52 51 50 36 43 44 45 42 37 38 46 11 31 32 14 33 23 29 27 12 34 39 20 SECTION 9 PARTS LIST...

Page 23: ...Rubber 62 OD x 22 27 736 0262 Washer Flat 385 x 870 x 092 28 738 04122 Screw Shoulder 437 x 1 345 1 4 20 29 738 04125 Screw Shoulder 374 Dia x 1 05 30 746 0778 Z Fitting Cable 31 747 04284 Rod Shift...

Page 24: ...45 55 56 57 49 42 58 44 50 10 21 20 46 47 52 62 64 66 63 65 59 67 68 60 7 51 4 2 9 43 69 8 6 5 13 37 26 28 29 22 6 24 12 7 15 19 25 34 14 23 3 9 17 31 38 1 48 40 7 7 27 33 36 39 30 41 32 4 7 35a 9 18...

Page 25: ...ket Cables not included 41 784 5599 Tab Handle 42 618 04171 Gearbox Assembly Auger 24 618 04172 Gearbox Assembly Auger 26 618 04173 Gearbox Assembly Auger 28 618 04165 Gearbox Assembly Auger 30 43 684...

Page 26: ...48 56 58 7 52 7 46 49 59 44 43 54 50 17 41 55 58 42 36 32 35 34 9 28 19 18 30 20 24 7 29 13 33 23 11 5 22 3 24 15 21 24 6 1 16 12 14 2 14 10 4 38 9 9 28 31 9 37 8 20 25 7 26 27 39 9 4 65 61 63 62 64 6...

Page 27: ...e 38 790 00054 Cover Frame 39 790 00055 Roller Bracket Drive Cable 40 710 0191 Screw 3 8 24 x 1 25 Gr8 41 710 0597 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 00 Gr5 42 710 0654A Screw Sems 3 8 16 x 1 00 43 710 1245B Screw 5 16...

Page 28: ...justments and normal deterioration 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...

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