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Operator's Manual
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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
ECO No.1222
Snow Thrower
Model 611
770-10001B.fm
FORM NO.
(6/2000)
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Page 1: Snow Thrower
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.1222 Snow Thrower Model 611 770-10001B.fm FORM NO. (6/2000) -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Content Important Safe Operation Practices... 3 Hardware Pack ... 5 Assembling Your Snow Thrower... 6 Know Your Snow Thrower ... 11 Operating Your Snow Thrower... 12 Making Adjustments ... 13 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower ... 15 Service... 16 Off-Season Storage ... 18 Troubleshooting ... -
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
chute. Keep all safety devices in place and working. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. -
Page 5: Hardware Pack
SECTION 2: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Lay out the hardware according to the illustration below for identification purposes. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.) (2)Hex Bolts (A) (710-3180) (2) Hex Bolts (B) 710-3008... -
Page 6: Assembling Your Snow Thrower
SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER After assembly, service engine with IMPORTANT: gasoline, and check oil level as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position. - Page 7 Attaching Clutch Grips (Use Hardware Group B.) • Slide the pivot rod into the cover tube as shown in Figure 3. NOTE: In some models, the pivot rod and cover tube may be pre-assembled. Pivot Rod Cover Tube Figure 3 •...
- Page 8 bolts finger tight. At this point the shift lever and shift lever spring are not against each other. As you tighten the bolts and nuts with two wrenches, these will pull together. See Figure 7. • Tighten all hardware assembled to this point. Make sure that clutch grips are moving freely.
- Page 9 Flat Washers T Hairpin Clip S Chute Directional Control Bracket Figure 11 • Thread one hex nut (D) onto the eyebolt on the chute directional control assembly until there is at least two inches of threads showing between the nut and the eyebolt head. See Figure 12 inset. •...
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Page 10: Traction Control & Shift Lever Adjustment
Traction Control & Shift Lever • To check the adjustment of the traction control and shift lever, move the shift lever all the way to the right to fifth (5) position. With the traction control released, push the snow thrower forward. The unit should move forward freely. -
Page 11: Snow Thrower Overview
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Be familiar with all the controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. Oil Fill Discharge Chute Auger Shift Lever The shift lever is located below the handle panel. See Figure 16. -
Page 12: Operating Your Snow Thrower
SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Before Starting WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. • Check the oil level in the engine before operating; fill up if necessary. Be careful not to overfill. •... -
Page 13: Engage Drive/Augers
• As engine warms up and begins to operate evenly, rotate choke knob slowly to OFF position. If engine falters, return to FULL choke, then slowly move to OFF position. To Stop Engine • Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine. -
Page 14: Auger Control
snow thrower has already been operated. Tip the snow thrower so that it rests on the auger housing. See Figure 18. • Remove the frame cover underneath the snow thrower by removing six self-tapping screws. For location of the frame cover, see Figure 18. Frame Cover Figure 18 •... -
Page 15: Lubrication
SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER Lubrication WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. -
Page 16: Service
SECTION 8: SERVICE WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Engine •... - Page 17 • Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the auger housing. See Figure 27. • Unhook the support bracket spring from the frame. NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the six nuts that connect the frame to the auger housing to aid in belt removal.
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Page 18: Off-Season Storage
• Remove the six screws from the friction wheel assembly (three from each side). See Figure 30. Screws Friction Wheel Rubber Friction Wheel Plates Figure 30 SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE WARNING: Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
SECTION 10: 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 20: Parts List
SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 611 Size Ref. No. 1 Wheel Ass’y Complete 13 x 4 634-0114 13 x 5( w/22” Housing) 634-0166 13 x 5( w/24” Housing) 734-1714 Ref. 618-0123 618-0124 710-0642 711-1020 711-0908 714-0161 715-0143 717-0526 717-0528... - Page 21 Snow Thrower Model 611 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 Description 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x.625...
- Page 22 Snow Thrower Model 611 Hook must be away from back of housing...
- Page 23 Snow Thrower Model 611 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 736-0167 Wave Washer 732-0611 Extension Spring 712-3068 Hex Nut 5/16-18 712-3010...
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- Page 25 Snow Thrower Model 611 Ref. Part Description 705-5234 Clutch Lever Assembly - RH 720-0204 Grip 731-1500 Pivot Rod Cover 747-0905 Pivot Rod 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 735-0199A Rubber Bumper 705-5233 Clutch Lever Assembly - LH 712-3027...
- Page 26 Snow Thrower Model 611 Blower Housing For 16” wheel axle only...
- Page 27 Snow Thrower Model 611 Ref. No. Part No. 710-0599 Self-Tapp. Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5” 784-5688 Drive Cable Guide Bracket 784-5687A Auger Clutch Cable Bracket 756-0625 Roller Cable 738-0924 Hex Screw 1/4-28 784-5630A Frame Assembly 741-0563 Ball Bearing 736-0105 Bell Washer...
- Page 28 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 workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in...