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MTD 380 Operator's Manual

Two-stage snow thrower
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Operator's Manual
Two-Stage

Snow Thrower

Model 380
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.
. 769-00747.fm
FORM NO
(6/2003)

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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 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Content Important Safe Operation Practices ...3 Assembling Your Snow Thrower ...5 Know Your Snow Thrower...7 Operating Your Snow Thrower ...8 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower ...10 Servicing Your Snow Thrower ...11 Off-Season Storage ...13 Troubleshooting ...14 Parts List ...15 This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you to assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance.

  • Page 3: Section 1: 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: Your Responsibility

    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. Do not touch.

  • Page 5: Section 2: Assembling Your Snow Thrower

    SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER This unit is shipped with engine oil but IMPORTANT: without gasoline in the engine. After assembly, see page 8 for fuel and oil fill-up details. Removing From Carton • Cut the corners of the carton and lay the sides flat on the ground.
  • Page 6 Tire Pressure (Pneumatic Tires) The tires are over-inflated for shipping purposes. Check and reduce tire pressure, if needed, to 10-15 psi. Maintain equal pressure on both wheels of the snow thrower. WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under any circumstance is 15 psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times.

  • Page 7: Section 3: Knowing Your Snow Thrower

    SECTION 3: KNOWING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Be familiar with all the controls on the snow thrower and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. • Compare Figure 5 with your equipment and follow description of controls, given below, to get familiar with their operation.

  • Page 8: Section 4: Operating Your Snow Thrower

    SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Before Starting Engine Engine Oil The engine is shipped with oil in it. Check the oil level before first use. For subsequent fill-ups, use the grade of engine oil specified in engine manual. 1. Remove the dipstick from the oil fill. Pour fresh oil slowly through the plug.

  • Page 9: Before Stopping

    • If your house wiring system is grounded and a three-hole receptacle is not available at the point the snow thrower starter will normally be used, one should be installed by a licensed electrician. NOTE: When connecting the power cord, always connect cord to starter on engine first, then plug the other end into a three-hole grounded 120 Volt receptacle.

  • Page 10: Section 5: Maintaining Your Snow Thrower

    NOTE: Your unit is equipped with a clutch in the transmission. If the wheels stop turning while trying to discharge large volumes disengage the drive control bail and allow the rotating augers to discharge snow from the housing. Reduce the clearing width and continue operation. •...

  • Page 11: Check V-Belts

    Engine Listed below are general recommendations about maintaining your snow thrower engine. For further details, refer to the accompanying engine manual. Check Oil Level • Before operating snow thrower, check the oil level. • With engine on level ground, oil must be to FULL mark on dipstick.

  • Page 12: Replacing Belts

    • Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of the carriage bolts are to the inside of the housing. Reinstall skid shoe. Tighten securely. Shear Bolt Hex Lock Nut Carriage Bolt Carriage Bolt Shave Plate Figure 9 Replacing Belts NOTE: There are two belts on this snow thrower: auger belt and drive belt.

  • Page 13: Servicing Augers

    Servicing Augers The augers are secured to the spiral 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. Refer to Figure 9. If the augers do not turn, check if the bolts have sheared.

  • Page 14: Section 8: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel 2. Blocked fuel line 3. Choke not ON 4. Faulty spark plug 5. Key not in ignition switch 6. Spark plug wire disconnected 7. Primer not used properly Engine runs erratic 1.

  • Page 15: Section 9: Parts List For Model 380

    SECTION 9: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 380 Ref. No. Part No. 710-0449 Carriage Screw 5/16-18 x 2.25” 710-0605 Mach. Screw 1/4-20 x 1.825” 710-0643 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.0” 712-0324 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20 720-0284 Handle Knob Assembly 725-0157 Cable Tie...
  • Page 16 Model 380 Shown for reference only Shown for reference only...
  • Page 17 Model 380 Ref. No. Part No. Description 710-0654A TT Sems Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0” 710-0696 Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 0.875” 710-1245B Lock Bolt 5/16-24 x 0.875” — Engine 736-0242 Bell Washer 736-0247 Flat Washer 736-0331 Bell Washer 736-0505 Flat Washer...
  • Page 18 Model 380 Shown for reference only 41 48 43...
  • Page 19 Model 380 Ref. No. Part No. 684-04037 Chute Assembly 710-04071 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.0” 710-0451 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 0.750” 712-3068 Patch Nut 720-0284 Chute Knob Assembly 731-04388 Chute Handle 731-04426 Upper Chute 736-0159 Washer 712-3027 Lock Nut 1/4-20...
  • Page 20 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. MTD LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of...

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