Auger Control; Ignition Key - MTD 769-01276A Operator's Manual

Auger Control

AUGER
CONTROL
The auger control is located on the left handle.
Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage
the augers and start snow throwing action. Release to
stop.
Drive Control
DRIVE
CONTROL
The drive control is located on the right handle.
Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage
the wheel drive. Release to stop.
Chute Directional Control
CHUTE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL
DISCHARGE DISCHARGE
LEFT
The chute directional control is located on left side of
the snow thrower.
To change the direction in which snow is thrown, turn
chute directional control as follows:
• Crank clockwise to discharge to the left.
• Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.
To change the distance of snow discharge from the
chute, refer to the Making Adjustments section on
page 13.
GO
GO
ADJUSTABLE
CHUTE TILT
RIGHT
Two-Way Chute Control
CHUTE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL
DISCHARGE
LEFT
The two-way chute control is meant to control the
distance of snow discharge from the chute.
• To change the angle/distance which snow is
thrown, pivot the joy-stick forward or backward.

Ignition Key

The ignition key must be inserted and snapped in place
in order for the engine to start. Remove the ignition key
to prevent unauthorized use of equipment.
Do not turn the ignition key in an attempt
IMPORTANT:
to start the engine. Doing so may cause it to break.
Clean-Out Tool
WARNING:
a clogged chute. Shut off engine and remain
behind handles until all moving parts have
stopped before unclogging. Use the clean-
out tool or a stick to unclog.
The 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. Refer to Operating Your Snow
Thrower section for more detailed information regarding
the clean-out tool.
NOTE:
This item is fastened with a cable tie to the
rear of the auger housing at the factory. Cut the cable
tie before operating the snow thrower.
Heated Handles Switch
This switch is located on the right side of the snow
thrower dash panel. To activate the heated handles,
toggle the switch to the right to generate heat within the
handle grips. Toggle the switch to the left to the OFF
position after using the snow thrower.
Skid Shoes
(style varies by model)
Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions.
Adjust upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward
when operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
9
(If Equipped)
DISCHARGE
RIGHT
CHUTE TILT
DOWN
CHUTE TILT
UP
Never use your hands to clear
(If Equipped)