Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty L Two-Stage Snow Thrower m 500 Series & 600 Series MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019 PrintedIn USA FormNo.
1 ToTheOwner ThankYou Thank you for purchasing an MTD Snow Thrower. engineered to provide excellent operated and maintained. Please read this entire manual It instructs performance It was carefully prior to operating your machine.
2 ImportantSafeOperationPractices WARNING! This symbol could endanger all instructions points the personal safety and/or in this manual with these instructions out important before property attempting may result in personal When you see this symbol. safety instructions of yourself to operate which, if not followed, and others. this machine. Read and follow Failure to comply injury.
5. SafeHandling of Gasoline To avoid personal in handling injury or property gasoline. Gasoline vapors are explosive. damage is extremely Serious personal use extreme flammable a. Use only an approved b. Extinguish all cigarettes, Engine exhaust care and deadly and the 6. injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which Wash your skin and change clothes immediately. can ignite. 7. gasoline container. 8. cigars, pipes and other d.
14. Clearinga CloggedDischargeChute Hand contact with the rotating impeller According to the Consumer inside the discharge Life have the machine systems are working 1. SHUTTHE ENGINE OFF! 2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller stopped rotating. 3. Always use a clean-out Never tamper tool, not your hands. To avoid serious injury with safety devices. Check their proper regularly.
Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear machine before attempting to assemble and operate. on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, assemble and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before WARNING-- WARNING-- WARNING-- Contact with the rotating WARNING--THROWN This machine WARNING-- machine is running.
3 Assembly & Set-Up Contentsof Carton One Snow Thrower Two Replacement Hex Rod (if so equipped) One Snow Thrower Manual Chute Control Rod (if so equipped) Auger Shear Pins Operator's One Product Registration Card Chute Assembly There are two chute control styles available that determine your set-up. Refer to the image above to determine which chute control style you have. If your product resembles the image on the left, see page 8 for assembly instructions.
ChuteAssembly 2-Way& 4-WayAssembly Remove all loose parts before 1. assembling. Remove cotter pin, wing nut and hex screw from control Handle Assembly chute support Place the shift lever in the Forward-6 2. Observe the lower rear area of the snow thrower to be sure both cables are aligned pivoting upward. position with roller guides Pivot the handle before upward. bracket. f 1. the handle head and clevis pin and bow-tie cotter chute pin from See Fig. 3-3.
3. Place chute onto chute base and ensure hex rod is positioned 5. under the handle panel. Install hex bolt previously removed time. See Fig. 3-5. Rotate the joystick silver indicator but do not secure with wing nut at this to the one o'clock position arrow on the pinion panel faces upward. so that the gear below the control See Fig. 3-7. NOTE:The joystick will be angled slightly to the right at the one o'clock position. See "Top View" in Fig. 3-6. J \ Figure 3-5 4.
Push the hex rod toward the control panel until the hole OverheadChuteControl Assembly in the hex rod lines up with the hole in the chute control input closest to the chute control cotter pin. See Fig. 3-9. NOTE:The head and insert the HandleAssembly 1. Place the shift lever in the Forward-6 2. Observe the lower rear area of the snow thrower position. to be sure both cables are aligned with roller guides the handle upward. See Fig. 3-11.
2_ Place chute assembly control assembly and cotter onto chute base and secure chute to chute support pin removed 4. bracket with clevis pin Insert the chute directional bracket control rod into the support on the rear of the dash panel. See Fig. 3-15. earlier. See Fig. 3-13. J Figure 3-13 3_ Finish securing bracket chute control assembly Figure 3-15 to chute support with wing nut and hex screw removed See Fig. 3-14. 5_ earlier.
Drift Cutters (ifsoequipped) Set-Up 1. ShearPinsStorage(if s0 equipped) A pair of replacement drift cutter, and remove them from the sides of the auger auger shear pins and bow tie cotter pins are included with your snow thrower. If your snow thrower has housing. 2. a 2-Way or 4-Way crank style, you may store them in your snow thrower's dash panel until needed. If your snow thrower has an overhead needed.
SkidShoes Adjustments The snow thrower ChuteAssembly NOTE: Chutes on models controlled with 4-Way Chute Control by the Chute Directional The distance snow is thrown angle of the chute assembly. 1. Stop the engine. Control. can be adjusted are also purposes. to operating the snow thrower.
Auger Control carefully read and follow all instructions below. WARNING! Prior to operating Perform all adjustments to verify your yoursnow snowthrower, thrower is operating Check the adjustment 1. When the auger control "up" position, should 2. safely and properly. of the auger control as follows: is released the cable should NOT be tight. In a well-ventilated area, start the snow thrower Refer to your Engine Operator's 3. While standing thrower), 4.
4 Controls and Features f Shift Lever Chute Directional Control _e===== Auger Control \ Heated Grips Steering Trigger Drift Cutter Shift Lever / Drive er Control Overhead Augers __Skid Chute Shoe Figure 4=1 Snow thrower illustrated controls and features are described below and SkidShoes in Fig. 4-1. Position Shift Lever The shift lever is located on the handle panel and is used to determine ground speed and direction of travel. Forward conditions. (F) speeds.
SteeringTriggerControls (ifsoequipped) Drift Cutters (if soequipped) The drift cutters are designed for use in deep snow. Their use is optional for normal snow conditions. Maneuver the snow thrower so that the cutters penetrate a high standing STEERING TRIGGER CONTROLS snow drift to assist snow falling into the augers for throwing. Heated Grips(if so equipped) when using the heated grip. If the heated grip Ithot, is recommended that you wear gloves turn it off.
2-Way Chute Directional Control (if soequipped) CHUTE DiRECTiONAL CONTROL ADJUSTABLE CHUTETiLT CHUTE ROTATE LEFT The chute directional CHUTE ROTATE RIGHT control is located on the left side of the To change the direction in which snow is thrown, the button on the joy-stick dash panel. squeeze and pivot the joy-stick to the right or to the left.
Operation Starting and Stopping the Engine ReplacingShearPins Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual packed with your snow thrower for instructions on starting and stopping the engine. The augers are secured ToEngageDrive 1. augers will not turn, check to see if the pins have sheared. See With the throttle control in the Fast (rabbit) position, move Fig. 5-2. shift lever into one of the six forward (F) positions or two reverse (R) positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions 2.
6 Maintenance& Adjustments Maintenance Lubrication Engine GearShaft Refer to the Engine Operator's thrower. Manual packed with your snow The gear (hex) shaft should or after every twenty-five be lubricated at least once a season (25) hours of operation. Tire Pressure 1. Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel. Refer to page 12 for information 2. Carefully pivot the snow thrower rests on the auger housing. 3. Remove the frame cover from the underside regarding tire pressure.
Auger Shaft Auger Control At least once a season, remove the shear pins from the auger Refer to the Assembly shaft. Spray lubricant adjusting the flange bearings See Fig. 6-3. inside the shaft and around found the spacers and at either end of the shaft. & Set-up section for instructions the auger control on cable. ChuteAssembly Refer to the Assembly adjusting & Set-up section for instructions on the chute assembly.
Chute Control Rod(2-Way& 4-Way ChuteControl) ChuteAssembly (OverheadChuteControl) To adjust the chute control If the chute fails to remain stationary I. Remove the cotter assembly 2. as follows: pre-load pin from the hole closest to the chute on the chute rotation Pull out the chute control with the second 3. rod, proceed found assembly. hole in the chute rotation assembly. See intervals. If the chute directional Reinsert the cotter preload by loosening intervals.
7 Service Belt Replacement 4. Auger Belt 5. pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing. To remove and replace your snow thrower's as follows: Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel. Do not attempt to pour fuel from the engine. 2. Remove the plastic Remove the frame cover from the underside thrower by removing it. See Fig. 7-3. auger belt, proceed I.
7. Remove the belt from around belt between the support the auger pulley, and slip the bracket and the auger pulley. See Fig. 7-5. Drive Belt To remove and replace your snow thrower's as follows: 1. drive belt, proceed To prevent spillage, remove all fuel from tank by running engine until it stops. Do not attempt to pour fuel from the engine. 2. Remove the plastic removing 3. belt cover on the front of the engine by the two self-tapping Remove the belt as follows. screws. Refer to Fig. 7-1.
Back out the stop bolt to increase the clearance 6. the friction wheel disc and friction wheel. between Friction WheelRemoval(600Series) See Fig. 7-7. If the snow thrower // fails to drive with the drive control engaged, and performing the drive control cable adjustment fails to correct the problem, the friction wheel may need to be replaced. Follow the instructions below. Examine the friction wheel for signs of wear or cracking 1.
5. Carefully remove the hex nut which to the snow thrower secures the hex shaft frame and lightly dislodge the ball bearing See Fig. 7-9. tap the shaft's end to from the right side of the frame. Follow the previous components. replacing 1. NOTE: Be careful not to damage the threads on the shaft. steps in reverse order to reassemble If you're disassembling Remove the four screws which side plates together. Carefully position the friction and to the left wheel assembly off the 2.
Troubleshooting Problem Engine running erratically/ inconsistent RPM (hunting Cause 1. Engine running or surging) Remedy on CHOKE. 1. Move choke lever to RUN position. 2. Stale fuel. 2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Water or dirt in fuel system. 3. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel. 4. Carburetor 4. Contact an authorized Service Center. 5. Contact an authorized Service Center. out of adjustment. 5. Engine over-governed Excessive vibration 1. Loose parts ordamaged auger.
9 Replacement Parts Component Phone (800) 800-7310 to order replacement Parts Manual downloads are also available Part Number and Description 929-0071A Extension Cord, 1lOV 954-04050 954-04260 954-04195 954-04201A Auger Wheel Auger Wheel 684-04159 684-04153 935-04054 Friction Wheel Assembly (500 Series) Friction Wheel Assembly (600 Series) Friction Wheel Rubber (all models) 725-1629 925-1658 Lamp, 12V (K Style Panel) Lamp, Halogen (F Style Panel) 738-04124A 714-04040 Shear Pin, 1.
1 Attachments & Accessories The following attachments compatibility, price and availability and accessories Model are available Phone (800) 800-7310 for information and serial number Number 753-05762A _Compatible for your snow thrower. (have your full model number ready). Description Heated Grips _- 0EM-390-679 Drift 0EM-390-995 Snow Th rower Protective Cover 490-241-0010 Polymer Skid Shoe Kit 490-241-0013 Snow Thrower Auger and Chute Maintenance 490-241-0028 Tire Chains (16.
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MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canadaand/ or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "MTD").
