Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator’s Manual Single-Stage Snowthrower — Models 2N1 & 2P5 WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Printed In USA Form No.
1 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Snow Thrower manufactured by MTD LLC. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and maintain your machine. Please be sure that you, and any other persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times.
Important Safe Operation Practices 2 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.
Safe Handling of Gasoline 5. 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. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 6.
Maintenance & Storage Do not modify engine 1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance and adjustment sections of this manual. 2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine disengage 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. To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way.
Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING— ROTATING BLADES Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running.
3 Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • Two Ignition Keys • One 20 oz. Bottle 5W-30 Oil NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Snow thrower features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all snow thrower models and the snow thrower depicted may differ from yours. 2. • One Snow Thrower Operator’s Manual Tighten the wing knobs to secure the handle in place. See Fig. 3-2.
Adding Fuel Adding Oil WARNING! Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. CAUTION: The engine is shipped without oil in the engine. You must fill the engine with oil before operating. Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage and void the engine warranty. 1.
Adjustments Chute Assembly The pitch of the chute assembly controls the angle at which the snow is thrown. 1. Loosen the wing knob found on the left side of the chute assembly and pivot the upper chute upward or downward to the desired pitch. Retighten the wing knob before operating the snow thrower. 2. Position the chute assembly opening by using the chute handle to throw the snow in the desired direction. See Fig. 3-5.
4 Controls and Features Auger Control Recoil Starter Gasoline Cap Chute Control Handle Chute Assembly Ignition Key Oil Fill Primer Gasoline Cap Oil Fill Throttle Control Choke Control Shave Plate Oil Drain Auger Choke Lever Recoil Starter Electric Starter Outlet Figure 4-1 RUN MARCHE Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on carburetor and aids in starting engine. Primer Pressing primer forces fuel directly into engine’s carburetor to aid in cold-weather starting.
Auger When engaged, the augers rotation draws snow into the auger housing and throws it out the discharge chute. Rubber paddles on the augers also aid in propelling the snow thrower as they come in contact with the pavement. Auger Control Located on the upper handle, the auger control handle is used to engage and disengage drive to the auger. Squeeze the control handle against the upper handle to engage the auger; release it to disengage.
5 Operation Starting the Engine 3. WARNING! Always keep hands and feet clear of moving parts. Do not use a pressurized starting fluid. Vapors are flammable. Plug the extension cord into the electric outlet located on the plastic chroud. Plug the other end of extension cord into a three-prong 120-volt, grounded, AC outlet in a wellventilated area. See Fig. 5-2. NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after starting.
Recoil Starter Caution! Do not pull the starter handle while the engine running. To Engage Augers 1. To engage the augers and start throwing snow, squeeze the auger control against the handle. Release to stop the augers. Engaging the Drive WARNING: To avoid unsupervised engine operation, never leave the engine unattended while running. Turn the engine off after use and remove ignition key 1. Insert the ignition key fully into the slot, Fig. 5-1. Make sure it snaps into place.
6 Maintenance & Adjustments Adjustments Control Cable WARNING! Before Servicing, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower, disengage the auger control. Stop the engine and remove the key to prevent unintended starting. Shave Plate 1. To check the adjustment of the shave plate, place the machine on a level surface. The wheels, shave plate and augers should all contact the level surface. Note that if the shave plate is adjusted too high, snow may blow under the housing.
7 Engine Maintenance WARNING! To prevent accidental start-up, shut off the engine and remove the ignition key before performing any type of engine maintenance. Periodic inspection and adjustment of the engine is essential if high level performance is to be maintained. Regular maintenance will also ensure a long service life. The required service intervals and the type of maintenance to be performed are described in the table below. Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occur first.
Changing Engine Oil NOTE: Check the oil level before each use and after every five hours of operation to be sure the correct oil level is maintained. Refer to Checking Oil Level in the Operation Section 1. Drain fuel from the tank by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty. Be sure the fuel fill cap is secure. 2. Place a suitable oil collection container under the oil drain plug. 3. Remove the oil drain plug, Figure 7-3.
5. After the spark plug is seated, tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the washer. NOTE: When installing a new spark plug, tighten 1⁄2-turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer. When reinstalling a used spark plug, tighten 1⁄8- to 1⁄4-turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer. caution: The spark plug must be tightened securely. A loose spark plug can become very hot and can damage the engine.
8 Service Replacing Belt 1. To replace the belt follow these instructions and refer to Fig. 7-2: Remove the belt cover by removing the five hex screws that secure it to the frame. See Fig. 7-1. 1 3 Auger Pulley Idler Pulley Belt Keeper Engine Pulley Hex Screws 2 4 Figure 7-2 2. 1. Push down on the idler pulley. Figure 7-1 2. Remove the belt by grasping it from the bottom of the auger pulley and pulling outward. Position the belt on top of the auger pulley and under the belt keeper. 3.
Replacing Auger Paddles The snow thrower auger’s rubber paddles are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of excessive wear are present. Cauton: Do NOT allow the auger’s rubber paddles to wear to the point where portions of the metal auger itself can come in contact with the pavement. Doing so can result in serious damage to your snow thrower. To change the rubber paddles, proceed as follows: 1.
9 Troubleshooting Problem Engine Fails to start Engine runs erratic Cause Remedy 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 1. Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. 2. Blocked fuel line. 2. Clean fuel line. 3. Key not inserted all the way. 3. Insert key all the way. 4. Spark plug wire disconnected. 4. Connect wire to spark plug. 5. Faulty spark plug. 5. Clean spark plug, readjust gap, or replace. 6. Engine not primed. 6. Prime engine five to seven times. 7. Engine flooded from excessive priming. 7.
10 Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 731-1033 Shave Plate 754-04204 Belt V-Type 735-04032 735-04033 753-04472 Spiral Crescent Rubber Paddle Replacement Kit (includes 4 crescents, 2 paddles and hardware) 731-05632 Key 746-04237 Clutch Cable 951-10292 Spark Plug Phone (800) 800-7310 to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.mtdproducts.com.
MTD CONSUMER GROUP (MTD) and the United States Environment Protection Agency (U. S. EPA) Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) The U. S. EPA and MTD are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your model year 2005 and later small off-road engine. New small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the stringent anti-smog standards.
(7) The engine manufacturer is liable for damages to other engine components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part. (8) Throughout the engine’s warranty period defined in Subsection (a)(2), MTD will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such parts. (9) Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner.
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 and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/ or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “MTD”).