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MTD H Style 600 Series Operator's Manual

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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600-Series Snow Thrower — C/D Style
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
Form No. 769-01274F
(June 26, 2007)

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  • Page 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Printed In USA Form No. 769-01274F...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 800-7310 or (330) 220-4683 ◊ Write us at MTD LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 This product has met the rigid safety standards of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute and an independent testing laboratory.

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    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 Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
  • Page 5 Maintenance & Storage Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance and adjustment sections of this manual. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine disengage all control levers and stop the engine. Wait until the auger/impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

  • Page 6: Assembly & Set-Up

    Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • One Snow Thrower • One Snow Thrower Operator’s Manual Assembly Handle Observe the lower rear area of the snow thrower to be sure both cables are aligned with roller guides before pivoting the handle upward. See Fig. 3-1. NOTE: Make certain the upper ends of each cable are seated properly in its bracket.
  • Page 7 Chute Directional Control Remove the plastic cap (if present), flat washer and hairpin clip from the end of the chute directional control. See Fig. 3-4. Figure 3-4 Insert the end of the chute directional control into the lower bracket and secure with the flat washer and hairpin clip just removed.
  • Page 8 Adjustments Skid Shoes 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.
  • Page 9 Auger Control WARNING! Prior to operating your snow thrower, carefully read and follow all instructions below. Perform all adjustments to verify your snow thrower is operating safely and properly. Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows: When the auger control is released and in the disengaged “up”...

  • Page 10: Controls & Features

    Controls and Features Drive Control Electric Start Button Gas Cap Chute Assembly Oil Fill Clean Out Tool Augers Snow thrower controls and features are described below and illustrated in Fig. 4-1. NOTE: For detailed information on all engine controls, refer to the separate Tecumseh Engine Operator’s Manual.

  • Page 11: Chute Assembly

    Throttle Control The throttle control is located on the rear of the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine when moved into the STOP position. Primer Pressing the primer forces fuel directly into the engine’s carburetor to aid in cold-weather starting.
  • Page 12 Chute Directional Control The chute directional control is located on left side of the snow thrower. To change the direction in which snow is thrown, turn chute directional control as follows: • Crank clockwise to discharge to the left. • Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.

  • Page 13: Operation

    Operation Starting The Engine Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug. Make certain both the auger control and drive control are in the disengaged (released) position.
  • Page 14 To Engage Drive With the throttle control in the Fast (rabbit) position, move shift lever into one of the five forward (F) positions or two reverse (R) positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions and a pace you’re comfortable with. Squeeze the drive control against the handle the snow thrower will move.

  • Page 15: Maintenance & Adjustment

    Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Engine Refer to the Tecumseh Engine manual packed with your machine for all engine maintenance. Shave Plate and Skid Shoes The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear. They should be checked periodically and replaced when necessary.
  • Page 16 Auger Shaft At least once a season, remove the shear pins from the auger shaft. Spray lubricant inside the shaft and around the spacers and the flange bearings found at either end of the shaft. See Fig. 6-3. Figure 6-3 6—...
  • Page 17 Drive Control When the drive control is released and in the disengaged “up” position, the cable should have very little slack. It should NOT be tight. NOTE: If excessive slack is present in the drive cable or if the snow thrower’s drive is disengaging intermittently during operation, the cable may be in need of adjustment.

  • Page 18: Service

    Service Belt Replacement Auger Belt To remove and replace your snow thrower’s auger belt, proceed as follows: To prevent spillage, place a piece of plastic wrap under the gas cap and tighten securely. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self-tapping screws.
  • Page 19 Remove the belt from around the auger pulley, and slip the belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley. See Fig. 7-5. Figure -5 Reassemble auger belt by following instructions in reverse order. NOTE: Do not forget to reinstall the shoulder screw and reconnect the spring to the frame after installing a replacement auger belt.

  • Page 20: Friction Wheel Removal

    Slip the drive belt off the pulley and between friction wheel and friction wheel disc. See Fig. 7-7. Figure - Remove and replace belt in the reverse order. NOTE: Engaging the drive control will ease reassembly of the belt. 7— s ectiOn ervice Friction Wheel Removal...
  • Page 21 Carefully remove the hex nut which secures the hex shaft to the snow thrower frame and lightly tap the shaft’s end to dislodge the ball bearing from the right side of the frame. See Fig. 7-9. NOTE: Be careful not to damage the threads on the shaft. Figure -9 Carefully position the hex shaft downward and to the left before carefully sliding the friction wheel assembly off the...

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Excessive vibration Loss of power Unit fails to propel itself Unit fails to discharge snow Cause Choke control not in ON position. Spark plug wire disconnected. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Engine not primed.

  • Page 23: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Component Phone (800) 800-7310 to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.mtdproducts.com. Part Number and Description 929-0071 Extention Cord, 110V 954-04050 Auger Drive Belt...
  • Page 24 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 and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/ or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “MTD”).

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