Troy-Bilt 1030 Operator's Manual

Troy-bilt two-stage snow thrower operator's manual

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Operator's Manual
Two-Stage

Snow Thrower

Model 1030
Storm
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
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 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed in U.S.A.
. 769-00376C.fm
FORM NO
(8/2/2004)

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  • Page 1: Snow Thrower

    Operator’s Manual Two-Stage Snow Thrower Model 1030 Storm IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. 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).
  • Page 2: Customer Support

    A sample model plate is also given below. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or help from the Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer. TROY-BILT LLC P. O. BOX 3 6 1 1 3 1 www.troybilt.com...
  • Page 3: Section 1: Important Safe Operations Practices

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATIONS 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 this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4: Operation

    Operation 1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/impeller housing or chute assembly. Contact with rotating parts can amputate hands and feet. 2. The auger/impeller control is a safety device. Never bypass its operation. Doing so makes the machine unsafe and may cause personal injury.
  • Page 5: Section 1: Setting Up Your Snow Thrower

    SECTION 1: SETTING UP YOUR SNOW THROWER This unit is shipped with the engine full of IMPORTANT: oil. After assembly, see page 9 for fuel and oil details. Removing From Carton 1. Cut the corners of the carton and lay the sides flat on the ground.
  • Page 6: Final Adjustments

    7. Insert the round end of the chute control box on the short tube of the chute assembly as shown in Figure 3C. 8. Insert other end of the chute control box into the chute support tube as shown in Figure 3C. 9.
  • Page 7 8. If the wheels can still be turned when you engage the drive control, loosen the jam nut on the drive cable and thread the cable in one turn. Recheck the adjustment and repeat if needed. 9. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached.
  • Page 8: Section 2: Operating Your Snow Thrower

    SECTION 2: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Know The Controls Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your snow thrower. Compare Figure 8 with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Maintain safety while learning about the controls and operating the unit.
  • Page 9: To Start Engine

    Four- Way Chute Control™ This four-way control lever is meant to control the direction and distance of snow discharge from the chute. Press the button on the knob and turn it left or right to rotate the chute to the direction that snow will be thrown.
  • Page 10: Electric Starter

    Electric Starter Before starting, make sure that the engine has suffi- cient oil. The snow thrower engine is equipped with a 120 volt A.C. electric starter and recoil starter. The electric starter is equipped with a three-wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current.
  • Page 11: Before Stopping

    Before Stopping 1. Run engine for a few minutes to help dry off any moisture on engine. 2. Avoid freezing of the starter by following these steps before stopping the snow thrower: Recoil Starter a. With the engine running, pull the starter rope with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four times.
  • Page 12: Chute Clean-Out Tool

    Chute Clean-Out Tool The clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip. Never use your hand to clean a clogged chute. 1. Release both the auger control and the control lock. 2. Stop the engine by moving the throttle to the stop position.
  • Page 13: Check V-Belts

    • Auger Shaft: At least once a season, remove the shear pins from the auger shaft and spray lubricant inside the shaft. See Figure 12. Grease fittings can be found at either end of the auger shaft. Lubricate with a grease gun once a season. •...
  • Page 14: Section 4: Service & Adjustment

    SECTION 4: SERVICE & ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark plug before performing adjustments or repairs. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. Servicing Augers The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with six shear pins and cotter pins.
  • Page 15: Drive Belt

    Belt Cover Self-Tapping Screw Drive Belt Figure 14 Auger Belt 1. Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it rests on the housing. Remove the self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower and move the frame cover away. See Figure 15. Frame Cover Figure 15 2.
  • Page 16: Friction Wheel Rubber

    4. Back out the stop bolt to create sufficient gap between the friction wheel disc and the drive pulley. Pull the drive belt from around the drive pulley and clear it off the friction wheel disc. See Figure 18. Drive Belt Stop Bolt...
  • Page 17: Drive Control

    10. Insert the shift arm assembly into the friction wheel assembly and hold assembly in position. See Figure 22. 11. Slide hex gear shaft through right side of the housing and the friction wheel assembly. 12. Insert the hex gear shaft through the sprocket and the spacer.
  • Page 18: Section 5: Off-Season Storage

    7. Check for correct adjustment before operating the snow thrower. Skid Shoe Refer to page 7 for details. Chute Control Once a season or every 25 hours of operation, whichever is earlier, check whether the chute control cables have slackened. If the chute does not rotate fully or its pitch cannot be moved up or down, the chute control cables will have to be adjusted.
  • Page 19: Section 6: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start. 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 2. Blocked fuel line. 3. Choke not in ON position. 4. Faulty spark plug. 5. Safety key not in ignition switch on engine. 6. Spark plug wire disconnected. 7.
  • Page 20: Section 7: Parts List For Model 1030

    SECTION 7: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 1030...
  • Page 21 Model 1030 Ref. No. Part No. 731-04427A Upper Chute 712-04063 Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18 784-5594 Cable Bracket 731-1313C Chute Tilt Cable Guide 710-0262 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1.50 710-0895 Hi-Lo Screw, 1/4-15 x 0.75 710-04071 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1.0...
  • Page 22 Model 1030...
  • Page 23 Model 1030 Ref. No. Part No. 684-04106 Handle Engagement Assembly RH 746-0778 Cable Z- Fitting 731-04894 Lock Plate 711-04287 Pivot Rod 735-0199A Rubber Bumper 710-04354 Screw, 1/4-20 x.375 731-04896 Clutch Lock Cam 712-04081A Shoulder Nut, 1/4-20 725-04216A Heated Grips Harness...
  • Page 24 Model 1030...
  • Page 25 Model 1030 Ref No. Part No. Description 710-1652 AB Screw, 1/4-20 x 0.625 731-04792 Belt Cover 732-0705 Cable Guide 711-1268A Actuator Shaft 746-04086 Drive Clutch Cable 732-0209 Extension Spring 790-00055 Roller Bracket 684-04140 Shift Rod Assembly 750-04312 Axle Support Tube...
  • Page 26 Safety & Decorative Labels 777 I22378 DRIVE AUGER LOCK 777S32066 FRONT TOP OF AUGER HOUSING CUT FOOT PICTORIAL FACING AWAY FROM OPERATOR TOOL CLEAN-OUT DANGER MANUAL. OPERATOR'S READ SURFACES. GRAVEL OPERATING WHEN CAUTION EXTRA BYSTANDERS. DISCHARGE DIRECT NEVER INJURIES, OBJECTS THROWN AVOID MACHINE.
  • Page 27 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED COMMERCIAL WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise used for commercial purposes and purchased and used in the United States and/ or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products...
  • Page 28 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt 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, “Troy-Bilt”).

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