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Table of Contents
- 1 Snow Thrower
- 2 Table of Contents
- 3 Important Safe Operation Practices
- 4 Maintenance and Storage
- 5 Assembling Your Snow Thrower
- 6 Final Adjustments
- 7 Know Your Snow Thrower
- 8 Operating Your Snow Thrower
- 9 Operating Tips
- 10 Making Adjustments
- 11 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower
- 12 Servicing Your Snow Thrower
- 13 Replacing Friction Wheel Rubber
- 14 Troubleshooting
- 15 Parts List
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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.
Snow Thrower
Models
31AH5C3F401
31AH5Q3G401
FORM NO.
770-10028D.fm
(5/01)
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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. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below. (Model Number) (Serial Number) MTD PRODUCTS INC 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 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: Maintenance And Storage
The clutch levers must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released. Never operate with a missing or damaged discharge chute. Keep all safety devices in place and working. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. -
Page 5: Assembling Your Snow Thrower
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the left or right side of the snow thrower is observed from the operator’s position. Unpacking • Remove screws from the top sides and ends of the shipping crate. -
Page 6: Final Adjustments
Final Adjustments Auger Control Adjustment Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows: • Push forward on the auger control until the small rubber bumper contacts the upper handle. There should be slack in the cable. See Figure 5 . •... -
Page 7: Know Your Snow Thrower
• Recheck the adjustment and repeat adjustment as necessary. • Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached. SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER Traction Control / Auger Control Lock Heated Handles Switch Headlight Discharge Chute Auger WARNING: Read, understand, and follow... -
Page 8: Operating Your Snow Thrower
Electric Chute-Rotation Switch The electric chute-rotation switch is located on the left side of the snow thrower dash panel. See Figure 7. To change the direction in which discharged snow is thrown, proceed as follows: • Push the toggle switch to the left to rotate the chute counterclockwise. -
Page 9: Operating Tips
WARNING: electric equipped with a grounded three-wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. It must be used with a properly grounded three-prong receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock. -
Page 10: Making Adjustments
WARNING: The temperature of the muffler and the surrounding areas may exceed ° F. Avoid these areas. • For the most efficient snow removal, remove snow immediately after it falls. SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s manual. -
Page 11: Maintaining Your Snow Thrower
• Reconnect the upper shift rod to the lower shift rod by reinserting the hairpin clip removed earlier and sliding the shift rod connector back down into place. Make certain to check for correct IMPORTANT: adjustment of the shift rod as instructed under Final Adjustments in the Assembly Section, before operating the snow thrower. -
Page 12: Servicing Your Snow Thrower
Lube Gear & Chute Base Figure 11 Gear Case The gear case is lubricated with grease at the factory and it does not require checking. If disassembled for any reason, lubricate with 2 ounces of Shell Alvania grease EPR00, part number 737-0168. Before reassembling, remove old sealant and apply new sealant. -
Page 13: Replacing Friction Wheel Rubber
Belt Cover Figure 13 • Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower. • Roll the front and rear auger belts off the auger drive pulley. See Figure 14. Auger Pulley Idler Pulley Support Bracket Rear Auger Belt... - Page 14 • Remove the click pin that secures the left wheel to the axle and slide the wheel from the axle. • Remove the four screws securing the left drive cover to the frame. Remove the drive cover. See Figure 16. Drive Cover Screw...
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Page 15: Troubleshooting
SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Choke not in ON position Faulty spark plug. Safety key not in ignition switch on engine. Spark plug wire disconnected. Primer button not being used properly. Fuel shut-off valve closed. - Page 16 Notes...
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Page 17: Parts List
Models H5C3F & H5Q3G Ref. Part No. Part Description 618-0123 RH Housing 618-0124 LH Housing 710-0642 Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 711-0909A Spiral Axle, 26” (H5C3F) 711-0910A Spiral Axle, 28” (H5Q3G) 714-0161 Hi-Pro Key, 3/16 x 5/8 715-0143 Spring Spiral Pin, .25 x 1.25 717-0528 Worm Gear, 20-tooth 717-0526... - Page 18 Models H5C3F & H5Q3G For Reference Only For Reference Only...
- Page 19 Models H5C3F & H5Q3G Ref. Part No. Part Description 684-0008A Shift Arm Assembly 710-0458 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.75” 710-0449 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.25” 710-0788 TT Screw 1/4-20 x 1” 710-0837 C-Sunk Screw #10-16x 0.625” 710-1880 Hex Screw 5/16-18 x .75” 711-0677 Ferrule 712-0429...
- Page 20 Models H5C3F & H5Q3G...
- Page 21 Models H5C3F & H5Q3G Ref. Part No. 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 5/16-18 710-0276 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1.00 736-0119...
- Page 22 Models H5C3F & H5Q3G 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...
- Page 23 Models H5C3F & H5Q3G Ref. 710-1652 731-1324 732-0710 710-0627 710-3005 05896A 748-0234 756-0987 754-0346 756-0986 736-0270 710-0230 756-0313 710-1245A 712-0181 756-0569 736-0242 736-0505 754-0430A 756-0967 736-0247 736-0331 710-0696 748-0360 710-0654A 629-0071 OEM-390-987 712-0324 736-0173 732-0705 738-0994A 734-1709 734-1530 734-0255 734-1708 Part No.
- Page 24 Models H5C3F & H5Q3G Drive Clutch Cable Routed Below Axle And Hooked Here 34 32...
- Page 25 Models H5C3F & H5Q3G Ref. Part No. Part Description 618-0043 Dogg Assembly: RH 618-0044 Dogg Assembly: LH 618-0575 Shift Assembly: Steerable Drive 656-0012A Friction Wheel Disc Assy. 684-0014B Shift Rod Assembly 684-0042C Bearing 784-5731A Transmission Frame Assembly 684-0131A Support Bracket Assembly 710-0599 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .5 710-0809...
- 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...