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Warning: 

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any uniiproved 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

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION

IMPORTANT

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

PRINTED IN U.S.A

08/05/2005

FORM NO. 769-01274D

Two-Stage Snow Thrower — C, D Style

Summary of Contents for C Style

Page 1: ...ffective 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 LL...

Page 2: ...ficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below Safety Labels 3 Safe Operation Practices 4 Setting Up Your Snow Thrower 6 Operating Your Snow Thrower 8 MakingAdjustments 10 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower 12 Off SeasonStorage 16 Trouble Shooting 17 Warranty Back Cover 1...

Page 3: ...Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine A chute clean out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing with a mounting clip The tool is designed to clear a chute assembly of ice and snow This item is fastened with a cable tie at the factory Cut the cable tie before operating the snow throwe...

Page 4: ...e 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...

Page 5: ...fety 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 stop the engine Wait until the auger impeller come to a complete stop Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting 3 Check bolts and screws for proper t...

Page 6: ...y are for packaging purposes only 3 Position the chute assembly over the base 4 Close the flange keepers to secure the chute assembly to the chute base The flange keepers will click into place when properly secure NOTE If the flange keepers will not easily click into place use the palm of your hand to apply swift firm pressure to the back of each NOTE Two replacement auger shear pins are included ...

Page 7: ...d to the shift lever IMPORTANT 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 safely and properly Tire Pressure Before operating check tire pressure and reduce pres sure in both tires to between 15 psi and 20 psi NOTE If the tire pressure is not equal in both...

Page 8: ...l is found on the rear of the engine and is activated by rotating the knob clockwise Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine Throttle Control The throttle control is located on the engine It regulates the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine when pushed down completely Primer Depressing the primer forces fuel directly into t...

Page 9: ...nition Key The ignition key is a safety devise It must be fully inserted in order for the engine to start Remove the ignition key when the snow thrower is not in use Do not turn the ignition key in an attempt to start the engine Doing so may cause it to break Clean Out Tool WARNING Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assem bly Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving pa...

Page 10: ...e end from the snow thrower Recoil Starter 1 Rotate choke control to FULL choke position cold engine start NOTE If the engine is already warm place choke control in the OFF position instead of FULL 2 Push the primer two or three times for cold engine start making sure to cover vent hole in the center of the primer when pushing NOTE DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown ...

Page 11: ...nd the augers will stop 3 Squeeze the drive control against the handle the snow thrower will move Release it and drive motion will stop To Engage Augers 1 To engage the augers and start throwing snow squeeze the auger control against the left handle Release to stop the augers Auger Control Test Perform the following test before operating your snow thrower for the first time and at the start of eac...

Page 12: ...e no resistance in the shift lever 4 If any of the above tests failed the drive cable is in need of adjustment Proceed as follows 5 Loosen the lower hex nut on the drive cable bracket See Figure 3 6 Position the bracket upward to provide more slack or downward to increase cable tension 7 Retighten the upper hex nut Chute Assembly The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by chang ing the angle o...

Page 13: ...on each side and carriage bolts Move skid shoes to desired position 2 Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes 3 Retighten nuts and bolts securely Chute Bracket Adjustment If the spiral at the bottom of the chute directional control is not fully engaging with the chute assembly the chute bracket can be adjusted To do so 1 loos...

Page 14: ...n wax or 3 in 1 oil Auger Shaft At 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 8 Gear Case The auger gear case has been filled with grease at the factory If disassembled for any reason lubricate with two ounces of grease Part Number 737 0168 NOTE Do not overfi...

Page 15: ...rom around the auger pulley and slip the belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley Reassemble auger belt by following instructions in reverse order NOTE Do NOT forget to reinstall the shoulder screw and reconnect the spring to the frame after installing a replacement auger belt NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils...

Page 16: ... the gasoline from the snow thrower or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward 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 toward the right b Roll the auger belt off the engine pulley c Lift the dri...

Page 17: ...ownward and to the left before carefully sliding the friction wheel assembly off the shaft NOTE If you re replacing the friction wheel assembly as a whole discard the worn part and slide the new part onto the hex shaft Follow the steps above in reverse order to reassemble components If you re disassem bling the friction wheel and replacing only the rubber ring proceed as follows 4 Remove the four ...

Page 18: ...in engine during warm weather deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer Never use engine or carburetor cleaning products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur 1 Remove all gasoline from the carburetor and the fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and harming the engine 2 Run the engine until the fuel tank...

Page 19: ...enter 1 Carburetor not adjusted properly Loss of power 1 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 2 Remove ice and snow from gas cap Be certain vent hole is clear 3 Contact MTD Service Center 1 Spark plug wire loose 2 Gas cap vent hole plugged 3 Exhaust port plugged Unit fails to propel itself 1 Adjust drive control cable Refer to Making Adjustments 2 Replace drive belt 1 Drive control cable in need of...

Page 20: ...20 Styles C D ...

Page 21: ...1 731 04870 Spacer 1 25 OD x 75 ID x 1 00 32 736 0188 Washer Flat 76 x 1 49 x 06 33 741 0493A Bushing Flange 80 ID x 91 OD 34 790 00087A Housing 1 Hex Bearing 35 790 00117 Shave Plate 2 25 x 21 66 790 00120 Shave Plate 2 25 x 23 66 790 00121 Shave Plate 2 25 x 25 66 790 00118 Shave Plate 2 25 x 27 66 36 784 5580 Slide Shoe 37 719 0319 Housing Auger RH Reduced 38 719 0320 Housing Auger LH Reduced 3...

Page 22: ...22 Styles C D ...

Page 23: ...d Parts List NOTE Snow thrower features and components vary by model NOT all parts listed above and pictured on the previous page are standard equipment To order replacement parts contact 1 800 800 7310 or visit www mtdproducts com 24 720 0201A Crank Knob 1 0 Dia x 3 2 Black 25 720 0284 Knob Assembly Wing Nut 5 16 18 26 726 0100 Cap Push 3 8 Rod 27 735 0234 Grommet 44 ID x 94 OD x 50 28 736 0185 W...

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Page 25: ...877 Spacer 1 25 x 75 x 1 50 38 738 04168 Axle 75 x 22 39 741 0919 Ball Bearing 40 710 0106 Hex Screw 1 4 20 1 25 Gr5 41 710 0191 Hex Screw 3 8 24 1 25 Gr8 42 710 04520 Hex Screw 5 16 24 1 25 Gr5 43 710 0654A Screw Sems 3 8 16 1 00 44 710 1245B Hex Screw 5 16 24 875 Gr8 45 712 04064 Nut Flange Lock 1 4 20 Nylon 46 726 04012 Nut Push on 25 Dia 47 731 04792A Cover Belt 48 732 04308 Spring Torsion 850...

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Page 28: ...f 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 United States its possessions and territories except those sold through MTD s authorized channels of export distribution f Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts g Transportation charges and ser...

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