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O
M
PERATOR'S
ANUAL
SNOW
THROWERS
Models
E600E, E610E
E640F, E660G
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.
FORM NO. 770-8782A
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- Page 1 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.
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Page 2: 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 YOUR SNOW THROWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. -
Page 3: Maintenance And Storage
• If the snow thrower should start to vibrate abnormally, stop engine immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. • Stop engine whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the collector/impeller housing or discharge guide, and making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections. -
Page 4: Section 2: Finding Your Model Number
Operator’s Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the MTD customer support department. • Every snow thrower has a model plate. You can locate it by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down at the rear frame below the engine. -
Page 5: Section 4: Contents Of Hardware Pack
SECTION 4: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Lay out the hardware according to the illustration for identification purposes. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.) ATTACHING THE HANDLES Hex Bolts (A) 5/16-18 x 1-3/4”... -
Page 6: Tools Required For Assembly
SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: After assembly, service engine with gasoline, and check oil level as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. NOTE: All references to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position. - Page 7 Washers Cable Roller Hex Bolt Handle Guide 3/4” Long Bolt 1-3/4” Long Figure 4 Cupped Washer Place the CUPPED side against the Carriage handle panel. Bolt Figure 5 “Z” End Hex Jam Cable is Straight Figure 6 ATTACHING THE HANDLE ASSEMBLY (Hardware A) Place right handle (A) in position against the snow thrower so the flat side of the handle is...
- Page 8 Chute Flange Keeper Figure 7 Lock Washer Hex Nut Hex Bolt Upper Chute Crank Bracket Figure 8 Carriage Bolts Hex Lock Nuts Figure 9 Chute Flat Washers Crank Hairpin Clip Lower Chute Crank Plastic Bracket Bushing Figure 10 ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY (Hardware B) Chute Assembly...
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Page 9: Final Adjustments
Traction Drive Shift Lever Clutch Hairpin Clip Flat Washer Ferrule Shift Shift Assembly Figure 11 “Z” End Hex Jam Cable is Straight Figure 12 IMPORTANT : Attach the shift rod and clutch cables as follows. THEN CHECK THE ADJUSTMENTS AS INSTRUCTED, AND MAKE ANY FINAL ADJUST- MENTS NECESSARY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER. -
Page 10: Section 6: Controls
Traction Drive Clutch and Shift Lever Adjustment To check the adjustment of the traction drive clutch and shift lever, move the shift lever all the way forward to sixth (6) position. With the traction drive lever released, push the snow thrower forward. The unit should move forward freely. -
Page 11: Section 7: Operation
TRACTION DRIVE/AUGER CLUTCH LOCK (See Figure 14) The traction drive clutch is located on the right handle. Squeeze the traction drive clutch to engage the wheel drive. Release to stop. This same lever also locks the auger clutch so you can turn the chute crank without interrupting the snow throwing process. -
Page 12: Electric Starter
Electric Starter: WARNING: electric equipped with a three-wire power cord and plug, and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. It must be properly grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock which may be injurious to the operator. Follow all instructions carefully. -
Page 13: Operating Tips
5. Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in the area of the control levers. Also, move control levers back and forth several times. TO ENGAGE DRIVE 1. With the engine running near top speed, move shift lever into one of the five FORWARD positions or two REVERSE positions. -
Page 14: Section 9: Lubrication
SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. Refer to page 10 of the Assembly Instructions. TRACTION DRIVE CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT Refer to the Final Adjustment section of the Assem- bly Instructions to adjust the traction drive clutch. If you are uncertain that you have reached the correct adjustment, the adjustment can be physically checked as follows. -
Page 15: Auger Shaft
WHEELS Oil or spray lubricant into bearings at wheels at least once a season. Pull the klick pins and remove wheels, clean and coat axles with a multipurpose automotive grease. See Figure 23. or Spray Lubricant Klick Axle Figure 23 Shear Bolts Bearings Figure 24... -
Page 16: Belt Removal And Replacement
BELT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground. AUGER BELTS NOTE: It is necessary to remove both belts in order to change either one. If changing just one belt, be certain to check the condition of the other belt (model 600/610E has only one auger belt) . -
Page 17: Section 11: Off-Season Storage
Friction Wheel Disc Stop Bolt Support Bracket Figure 28 CHANGING FRICTION WHEEL RUBBER The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and should be checked after 25 hours of operation, and periodically thereafter. Replace the friction wheel rubber if any signs of wear or cracking are found. 1. -
Page 18: Section 12: Trouble Shooting Guide
SECTION 12: 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 19 Gear Assembly (All Models) REF. PART DESCRIPTION 618-0123 Housing—L.H. 618-0124 Housing—R.H. 710-0642 Screw 711-0908 Spiral Axle 24" 711-0909 Spiral Axle 26" 711-0910 Spiral Axle 28" 714-0161 715-0143 Pin-Spiral 717-0526 Shaft-Worm 717-0528 Gear-Worm 718-0186 Collar-Thrust 721-0325 Plug REF. PART Qty. 721-0327 Seal-Oil 721-0328 Locktite 5699...
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Page 20: Blower Housing
Blower Housing E600E E610E E640F E660G... - Page 21 Blower Housing E600E E610E E640F E660G REF. PART DESCRIPTION 784-5618 Housing, Bearing 05931 Housing, Bearing 618-0120 Gear Assembly (24") 618-0121 Gear Assembly (26") 618-0122 Gear Assembly (28") 684-0039A 24" Housing Assembly 684-0040A 26" Housing Assembly 684-0041A 28" Housing Assembly 684-0065...
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Page 22: Handle Assembly
Handle Assembly E600E E610E E640F E660G... - Page 23 Handle Assembly E600E E610E E640F E660G REF. PART DESCRIPTION 684-0008A Arm-Shift 684-0033A Panel-Handle 684-0036 Handle-Engagement—R.H. 684-0037 Handle-Engagement—L.H. 710-0276 Screw 710-0451 Bolt-Carriage 710-0599 Screw 710-1003 Screw 711-0653 Pin-Clevis 712-0116 Nut-Hex 712-3010 Nut-Hex 712-0429 Nut-Lock 714-0507 Pin-Cotter 715-0138 Pin-Roll 720-0201A Knob 720-0232...
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Page 24: Frame Assembly
Frame Assembly E600E E610E E640F E660G... - Page 25 Frame Assembly E600E E610E E640F E660G REF. PART DESCRIPTION 618-0063 Bearing Ass’y. 656-0012A Ass’y., Friction Wheel Disc 684-0013B Rod Shift, Wheel Drive 684-0021 Brkt. Ass’y. Friction Wheel 684-0030 Frame Ass’y., 600 S/T 684-0042B Wheel Friction 710-0654A Hex Self-Tap Screw 710-0538 Hex Hd.
- Page 26 Engine and V-Belts E600E E610E REF. PART DESCRIPTION 05896A Bracket-Idler 629-0071 Cord-Extension 110V 710-0627 Screw-Hex 710-1245 Screw-Hex 710-0230 Screw-Hex 710-0342 Screw-Hex 710-0696 Screw-Hex 710-0627 Screw-Hex 710-0896 Screw-Hex 712-0181 Nut-Hex 731-1324 Cover-Belt 732-0339 Spring 736-0119 Washer-Lock 736-0242 Washer-Bell 736-0247 Washer-Flat REF.
- Page 27 Engine and V-Belts E640F E660G REF. PART DESCRIPTION 05896A Bracket 629-0071 Cord, Extension 710-0627 Screw 710-1245 Screw 710-0230 Screw 710-0342 Screw 710-0696 Screw 710-0627 Screw 710-0896 Screw 712-0181 Nut, Hex 731-1324 Belt Cover 732-0710 Spring 736-0119 Washer—Flat 736-0242 Washer—Bell 736-0247 Washer—Flat QTY.
- Page 28 For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase within the United States of America, its possessions and territories, MTD PRODUCTS INC will, at its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
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