Operator’s Manual Single-Stage Snow Thrower Models 262 S235 S265 IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Customer Support Important Safe Operation Practices Assembly Controls Operation Page 2 3 5 6 7 Content Maintenance Service & Adjustments Accessories & Kits Illustrated Parts List Warranty Page 8 8 11 12 Back Cover FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol—heed its warning.
6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. Maintenance And Storage Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Exercise caution when changing direction and while operating on slopes. Plan your snow throwing pattern to avoid discharge towards windows, walls, cars etc.
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Snow thrower features vary by model. Not all features discussed in this manual are applicable to all snow thrower models. 1 Contents of Carton Carton contents are listed below: • • • Two Ignition Keys Bottle of 2 cycle oil Extension Cord (select models only) NOTE: All references to left or right side of the snow thrower is from the operating position only.
SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER Chute Handle Starter Handle* Discharge Chute Primer Spark Plug Cover Fuel Cap Choke Lever Ignition Key Upper Handle Electric Starter Plug (If So Equipped) Electric Starter Button (If So Equipped) Auger Control Handle Shave Plate Auger * Styles vary by model Figure 1 IMPORTANT: This unit runs on a mixture of gasoline and oil.
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before starting the engine, read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. Fuel And Oil Mixture WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any NOTE: On new units or units with a new shave plate installed, the augers may be slightly off the ground. adjustments while the engine is running. • Control Cable & Belt Tension 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 constant speed, an adjustment is necessary.
Idler Bracket To replace (or reverse) the shave plate, proceed as follows: Engine Pulley NOTE: Call 1-800-800-7310 for information regarding price and availability of Shave Plate Kit 753-0451 or contact an authorized MTD Service Dealer in your area. • • • • Drive Belt Auger Pulley Figure 5 • • • • Remove the four carriage bolts and hex lock nuts which secure it to the snow thrower’s auger housing. Refer to Figure 4.
SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Engine fails to start Cause Remedy 1. 2. Key not in ignition switch or not in ON position. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Blocked fuel line Spark plug wire disconnected Faulty spark plug 3. 4. 5. 1. 2. Unit running with choke in ON position Fuel line blocked, or stale fuel 1. 2. 3. 4. Water or dirt in fuel system Carburetor out of adjustment 3. 4. Move choke lever to OFF position.
SECTION 9: ACCESSORIES & KITS The following accessories and kits are available for single-stage, two-cycle snow throwers. See the retailer from which you purchased your snow thrower, an authorized MTD Service Dealer or phone (800) 800-7310 for information regarding price and availability. MODEL DESCRIPTION OEM-390-996 Electric Start Kit (fits models with a two-cycle Tecumseh 4.5 HP – 5 HP engine) OEM-737-0325 MTD two-cycle snow thrower oil (contains six 2.6 oz.
SECTION 10: PARTS LIST 56 36 72 43 80 76 44 74 42 73 49 66 48 8 24 37 77 26 78 46 41 34 70 32 43 75 35 69 40 45 40 58 64 33 43 47 71 59 39 57 52 54 13 67 43 63 29 38a 6 14 15 19 79 24 12 38 55 23 51 18 68 68 16 27 22 9 7 7 30 61 53 17 50 28 20 14 1 72 14 11 25 43 60 A 3 A 5 62 31 5 2 3 3 4 12 3 10
Models 262, S235 & S265 REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 38a 39 40 PART NO.
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “MTD”warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
