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PERATOR'S
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved 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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
M
ANUAL
MODEL
E762F
FORM NO. 770-10033A
(7/99)
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- Page 1 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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Section 1: Finding Your Model Number
Operator’s Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the MTD Customer Support Department. • Every snow thrower has a model plate. You can locate it by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down at the frame cover. -
Page 3: Section 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 3: 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 YOUR SNOW THROWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. -
Page 4: Maintenance And Storage
• If the snow thrower should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. • Stop engine whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the collector/impeller housing or discharge guide, and making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections. -
Page 5: Section 4: Contents Of Hardware Pack
SECTION 4: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Lay out the hardware according to the illustration for identification purposes. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.) ATTACHING THE HANDLES AND CLUTCH GRIPS Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1-3/4”... -
Page 6: Section 5: Assembly Instructions Important
SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: After assembly, service engine with gasoline, and check oil level as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. NOTE: All references to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position. - Page 7 3. Thread hex nut onto the “Z” fitting and insert curved end of the Z fitting into the top hole in the triangular metal tab on the auger control grip. See Figure 4. Auger Control Group Figure 4 4. Place the auger control grip on top of the left handle.
- Page 8 Chute Assembly Chute Flange Keeper Figure 8 Carriage Bolts Hex Nuts Lower Chute Crank Bracket Figure 9 Flat Chute Washers Crank Hairpin Clip Lower Chute Plastic Crank Bushing Bracket Figure 10 ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY (Hardware C) 1. Place chute assembly over chute opening, with the opening in the chute assembly facing the front of the unit.
- Page 9 ATTACHING THE TRACK CONTROLS (Hardware F) 1. Remove the screw from the top of the right hand track control. Be careful not to lose the flat weld nut that is inside the control. 2. Place right track control underneath the right handle. Secure with screw just removed.
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Page 10: Final Adjustments
Traction Shift Lever Drive Clutch Lower Hole in Shift Lever Ferrule Shift Assembly Hairpin Flat Clip Washer Figure 15 FINAL ADJUSTMENTS Auger Drive Clutch To check the adjustment of the auger drive clutch, push forward on the left hand clutch grip (depress the rubber bumper). -
Page 11: Section 6: Controls
SECTION 6: CONTROLS Shift Traction Lever Auger Drive Clutch Left Track Chute Control Crank Figure 17 SHIFT LEVER (See Figure 17) The shift lever is located in the center of the handle panel. The shift lever may be moved into one of eight positions. -
Page 12: Section 7: Operation Gas And Oil Fill-Up
SECTION 7: OPERATION GAS AND OIL FILL-UP Service the engine with gasoline and check oil level as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully. WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or while engine is hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank. -
Page 13: Section 8: Adjustments Warning
Recoil Starter (Optional Instructions): With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four times. Pulling the starter rope will produce a loud clattering sound, which is not harmful to the engine or starter. 3. -
Page 14: Section 9: Lubrication Warning
Drive Shaft Sprocket Shaft Friction Wheel Figure 20 SECTION 9: LUBRICATION WARNING: Disconnect plug wire and ground against the engine before lubrication or maintenance. AUGER SHAFT At least once a season, remove shear bolts on auger shaft. Oil or spray lubricant inside shaft. See Figure 21. -
Page 15: Chute Crank
GEAR CASE The gear case is lubricated with grease at the factory does require disassembled for any reason, relubricate with 2 ounces (do NOT overfill) of Shell Alvania grease EPR00, part number 737-0168. reassembling, remove old sealant and apply “Loctite 5699”... -
Page 16: Drive Belt
DRIVE BELT 1. Follow steps through instructions. 2. Pull idler pulley up, and lift belt off engine pulley and friction wheel disc. See Figure 23. 3. Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket rests on the auger pulley. See Figure 23. 4. -
Page 17: Section 11: Off-Season Storage Warning
SECTION 11: OFF-SEASON STORAGE WARNING: Never store engine with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance. If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare for storage as follows: 1. -
Page 18: Section 12: Trouble Shooting Guide
SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Choke not in ON position Faulty spark plug. Key not in switch on engine. Spark plug wire disconnected. Primer button not depressed. Fuel shut-off valve closed (if so equipped). -
Page 19: Section 13: Parts List
SECTION 13: PARTS LIST Model E762F REF. — Gearbox Assembly PART DESCRIPTION 618-0123 RH Reducer Housing (Incl. Ref. 17, 18) 618-0124 LH Reducer Housing (Incl. Ref. 17, 18) 710-0642 Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 711-0909 Spiral Axle, 26” 714-0161... - Page 20 Model E762F...
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Page 21: Blower Housing
Blower Housing REF. PART DESCRIPTION 712-0116 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24 756-0178 Flat Idler 784-5632A Auger Idler Arm 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50 738-0281 Shoulder Screw 736-0174 Wave Washer 732-0611 Extension Spring 712-3068 Hex Nut 5/16-18 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 05931... - Page 22 Model E762F...
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Page 23: Handle Assembly
Handle Assembly Ref. Part No. 684-0145 629-0058 705-5233 705-5234 705-5274 705-5275 710-0459A 710-0788 710-1003 10 710-1652 11 712-0116 12 712-0415 13 720-0232 14 725-1300 15 731-1317 16 732-0193 17 735-0199A 18 736-0105 19 747-0921 20 684-0008A 21 720-0274 22 749-0910B 23 749-0911B 24 784-5619A 25 710-0262... - Page 24 Model E762F...
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Page 25: Frame Assembly
Frame Assembly REF. 784-5684 710-1652 748-0190 732-0264 712-0711 736-0105 684-0021 746-0898 656-0012A 784-5689A 713-0413 746-0897 750-0997 711-1042 684-0042B 736-0160 714-0474 741-0563 736-0242 710-0538 710-0857 736-0270 736-0176 741-1111 710-0643 748-0234 710-0604 684-0031 738-0924 756-0625 784-5688 710-0599 784-5590 684-0014B 784-5687A 710-0788 618-0063 718-0301A 735-0243 784-5617A... - Page 26 Model E762F...
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Page 27: Track Assembly
Track Assembly REF. PART DESCRIPTION 720-0223 Grip 710-0604 Tap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 784-5642 Track Lockout Plate 710-0157 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-24 x .75 736-0242 Bell Washer, .34 ID x .872 OD 684-0038 Track Lock Handle Assembly 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-24 x 1.5 712-0214 Hex Nut, 3/8-24 748-0353A... - Page 28 Model E762F REF. PART 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .50 731-1324 Belt Cover 732-0710 Extension Spring 710-0627 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75 710-3005 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 05896A Drive Clutch Idler Bracket 748-0234 Shoulder Spacer 756-0987 Pulley Half...
- Page 30 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) 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...