Assembling Your Snow Thrower - MTD E600E Operator's Manual

SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER
NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models.
Snow thrower features vary by model. Not all
features discussed in this manual are applicable to all
snow thrower models.
LooseParts (CratedUnit)
The augers are secured to the auger shaft with two
shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign object
or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the
bolts may shear. Two replacement shear bolts and nuts
are provided for your convenience. Store in a safe place
until needed. See Figure 1.
__'_Shear B°lts [_-_THex Lock
Figure 1
LooseParts (Boxed Unit)
Listed below are the parts of the snow thrower packed
loose with units that come unassembled in a box. You
will need these parts along with hardware from the
hardware pack, illustrated on the previous page, to
assemble the equipment. Identify the loose parts before
3roceeding to assemble. See Figure 2.
Handles
Handle Panel EX
/
tension
Chute Directional
Control
Clean-out
Tool*
Di_hu_rge
Figure 2
Shift Rod
,
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Right and Left Handles
Handle Panel Assembly
Chute Assembly
Chute Directional Control Assembly
Shift Rod
Hardware Pack
Clean-out Tool*
Extension Cord*
This item is fastened with a cable tie to the rear of
the Auger Housing at the factory. Cut the cable tie
before operating the snow thrower.
ToolsRequired ForAssembly
1. Pair of pliers
2. Two adjustable wrenches (Boxed Unit)
NOTE: Follow the Assembly instructions below per the
packaging of your unit. So if your unit came in a box,
proceed to page 7, Assembly (Boxed Unit).
Assembly(Crated Unit)
,_ WARNING: Disconnect spark plug wire
and ground it against the engine to prevent
unintended starting.
NOTE: All references to right or left side of the snow
thrower are determined from behind the unit in the
operating position. The "operator's position" is defined
as standing directly behind the snow thrower, facing the
handle panel.
• Remove the lower two plastic wing knobs, cupped
washers and carriage bolt (eyebolt on the left side)
from the lower handle. See Figure 3.
and Bolts
Figure 3
• Raise the upper handle assembly until it locks over
the lower handle. See Figure 4.
• Observe the lower rear area of the snow thrower to
be sure both cables are aligned with roller guides.