MTD 31A-3CAD729 Operator's Manual page 8

Adjustments
SkidShoe
The snow thrower skid shoes are adjusted upward at the factory
for shipping purposes. Adjust them downward, if desired, prior
to operating the snow thrower.
CAUTION"
It is not recommended that you operate
this snow thrower on gravel as it can easily pick up
and throw loose gravel, causing personal injury or
damage to the snow thrower and surrounding
property.
For close snow removal on a smooth surface, raise skid
shoes higher on the auger housing.
Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared
is uneven, such as a gravel driveway
NOTE: If you choose to operate the snow thrower on a gravel
surface, keep the skid shoes in position for maximum clearance
between the ground and the shave plate.
To adjust the skid shoes:
1. Loosen the four hex nuts (two on each side) and carriage
bolts. Move skid shoes to desired position. See Fig. 3-6.
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Figure 3-6
2. Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is
against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid
shoes.
3. Retighten nuts and bolts securely.
DischargeChute
1. Loosen the wing knob on the upper chute, adjust chute
and chute control to desired operating position.
2. Tighten the wing knob on the upper chute making sure the
carriage bolt is correctly positioned. Refer to Fig. 3-7.
Figure 3-7
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