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O
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.
ECO No. 5185
M
ANUAL
Snow Thrower
Models
602E, 642E, 642F,
662E, 662H, 614E,
644E, 664F, 6A4E
FORM NO. 770-10045D.fm
(1/2004)
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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: Table Of Contents
(Model Number) (Serial Number) Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: MTD PRODUCTS INC P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136 CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department. -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 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. -
Page 4: Maintenance And Storage
Maintenance And Storage Never operate with a missing or damaged discharge chute. Keep all safety devices in place and working. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated operation regularly. area. -
Page 5: Loose Parts & Hardware Pack
SECTION 2: LOOSE PARTS & HARDWARE PACK ATTACHING THE HANDLE ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY Hex Bolts Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4" Long 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" Long (710-3015) (710-3259) Hex Bolts Hex Lock Nuts 5/16-18 x 3/4" Long 1/4-20 Thread (710-1880) (712-3027) Saddle... -
Page 6: Assembling Your Snow Thrower
SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER Before Assembly This operator’s manual covers various models of snow throwers. The units illustrated may vary slightly from your unit. Follow only those instructions which pertain WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug to your model snow thrower. wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. - Page 7 • Locate auger control grip, part #4 in Figure 1. The • Secure with hex bolt, spacer, and hex lock nut. See triangular metal tab on the auger control grip must Figure 4. (Do not overtighten this bolt as it will face the center of the handle panel.
- Page 8 • Tighten all hardware used to attach the handle assembly to the snow thrower frame. Shift Flat Lever Washer Ferrule Hairpin Clip Lock Washers Shift Cable Roller Hex Bolt Saddle Guide 3/4” Long Bolt 2” Hairpin Long Clip Flat Shift Washer Figure 7 Assembly...
- Page 9 Carriage Bolts “Z” Hex Lock Nuts Cable is Chute Straight Directional Control Bracket Figure 10 Figure 12 • When correct adjustment is reached, tighten the • Place one flat washer over the end of the chute hex nut against the cable to lock it in position. directional control, then insert the end of the chute directional control into the hole in the plastic Attaching the Chute Assembly...
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Page 10: Final Adjustments
• Adjust the chute directional control support bracket • Move the shift lever all the way forward to the (see Figure 13) so that the spiral on the chute highest speed. With the traction control lever directional control fully engages the teeth on the released, push the snow thrower forward. -
Page 11: Know Your Snow Thrower
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Auger Control Clutch Be familiar with all the controls and their proper operation. Know (See for Model 602, 642, and 662. See Figure 20 for how to stop the machine and disengage Models 614, 644, 664, and 6A4) them quickly. -
Page 12: Operating Your Snow Thrower
Traction Auger Control Control Clutch Clutch Shift Chute Lever Directional Control Models 614, 644, 664, and 6A4 Figure 20 SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Before Starting • Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal loop on end of the spark plug wire (inside the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on WARNING: Read, understand, and... - Page 13 Electric Starter: (If Equipped) Recoil Starter. • Make certain the auger control and traction control WARNING: The electric starter is clutch grips are in the disengaged (released) equipped with a three-wire power cord and position. plug, and is designed to operate on 120 volt •...
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Page 14: Making Adjustments
Operating Tips • Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in the area of the control levers. Also, move control levers back and forth several times. Leave NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes throttle control lever in the STOP or OFF position. -
Page 15: Carburetor Adjustment
Models 614, 644, 664, and 6A4: • With the traction control clutch engaged, check if the friction wheel is contacting the drive plate. See • Push down on the shift arm assembly as far as it Figure 23. will go. Thread the ferrule up or down the shift rod •... -
Page 16: Service
SECTION 7: SERVICE Sprocket Shaft WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine before Lubricate the sprocket shaft with a light oil at least once performing any lubrication or maintenance. a season or after every 25 hours of operation. Keep all grease and oil off of the rubber Engine IMPORTANT:... -
Page 17: Belt Removal And Replacement
To remove skid shoes, remove the four carriage bolts, • Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame belleville washers and hex nuts which attach them to cover underneath the snow thrower. the snow thrower. Reassemble new skid shoes with the Drive Rear four carriage bolts, belleville washers (cupped side... - Page 18 • Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. Friction • Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that is Wheel rests on the auger housing. • Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower.
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Page 19: Off-Season Storage
SECTION 9: OFF SEASON STORAGE WARNING: • If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare the Never store engine with fuel engine for storage as instructed in the separate in tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly engine operator’s manual included with your unit. ventilated areas where fuel fumes may •... -
Page 20: Parts List
Models 602E, 642E, 642F, 662H, 614E, 644E, 664F and 6A4E... - Page 21 Models 602E, 642E, 642F, 662E, 662H, 614E, 644E, 664F and 6A4E REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 712-0116 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24 784-5581A 24” Shave Plate 756-0178 Flat Idler 784-5579A 26” Shave Plate 784-5632A Auger Idler Arm 784-5582A 28” Shave Plate 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50...
- Page 22 Models 602E, 642E, 642F, 662E, 662H, 614E, 644E, 664F and 6A4E...
- Page 23 Models 602E, 642E, 642F, 662E,662H, 614E, 644E, 664F and 6A4E REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 712-0116 Jam Lock Nut 3/8-24 710-3103 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1.75 732-0193 Compression Spring 710-0262 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.50 736-0105 Bell Washer...
- Page 24 Models 602E, 642E, 642F, 662E, 662H, 614E, 644E, 664F and 6A4E Drive Clutch Cable Auger Clutch Cable 16” Wheels 13” or 15” Wheels Auger Clutch Cable Blower Housing...
- Page 25 Models 602E, 642E, 642F, 662E, 662H, 614E, 644E, 664F and 6A4E REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 710-0599 Hex Screw 714-0126 784-5688 Drive Cable Guide Bracket 717-1444 7-Tooth Shaft 784-5687A Auger Clutch Cable Bracket 715-0249 Roll Pin 756-0625 Roller Cable...
- Page 26 Models 602E, 614E IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts. V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION...
- Page 27 Models 642E, 642F, 662E, 662H, 614E, 644E, 664F and 6A4E IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts. V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. REF.
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Page 28: Cleveland, Ohio
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchandise as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck purchased and used in the United States, its possessions adjustments;...