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Yard Machines 615 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual

Snow Thrower

Models
615, E6A5E,
E645E, E665E
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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
FORM NO. 770-10025A
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
(6/99)

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  • Page 1: Snow Thrower

    Operator’s Manual Snow Thrower Models 615, E6A5E, E645E, E665E 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...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Content Important Safe Operation Practices... 3 Contents of Hardware Pack ... 5 Assembling Your Snow Thrower... 6 Know Your Snow Thrower ... 10 Operating Your Snow Thrower... 11 Making Adjustments ... 13 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower ... 14 Service... 15 Off-Season Storage ...

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES This Warning 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 4: Maintenance And Storage

    • When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain collector/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep away from plug to prevent accidental starting. • Do not run engine indoors, except when starting engine and transporting snow thrower in or out of building.

  • Page 5: Contents Of Hardware Pack

    SECTION 2: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Lay out the hardware according to the illustration for identification purposes. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hard- ware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.) ATTACHING THE HANDLES (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1-3/4”...

  • Page 6: Assembling Your Snow Thrower

    SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER After assembly, service engine with IMPORTANT: gasoline, and check oil level as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position.
  • Page 7 Assembling the handles and handle panel (hardware a and b) • Raise both clutch grips. • Lower left and right handles (A) down through handle panel (B) between the pivot rod and the clutch grips and attach using hardware B. See Figure 2.
  • Page 8 Attaching the clutch cables (hardware d) • Thread hex nuts onto the “Z” fittings (see insert,). Insert “Z” fitting into hole in clutch grips. See Figure “Z” Fitting Figure 6 • Route the left cable between engine and speed selector plate and then between handle panel and clutch lever pivot rod before threading onto the left “Z”...
  • Page 9 • Thread one hex nut onto the eyebolt on the chute directional control assembly until there is at least two inches of threads showing between the nut and the head of the eyebolt. See Figure 10. Side Left Cupped Handle Washer Hex Nut 2”...

  • Page 10: Know Your Snow Thrower

    NOTE: If you are uncertain that you have reached the correct adjustment, refer to the Adjustment section. Adjusting the skid shoes The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. For close snow removal on a smooth surface, lower the skid shoes into a low position on the auger housing.

  • Page 11: Operating Your Snow Thrower

    Safety ignition key The ignition key must be inserted in the switch before the unit will start. Remove the ignition key when snow thrower is not in use. See Figure 15. SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Switch Spark Plug Choke Primer Ignition...

  • Page 12: Operating Tips

    NOTE: Always cover vent hole in primer button when pushing. Additional priming may be necessary for first start if temperature is below 15 • Electric Start: Push starter button on top of the engine to crank the engine. When engine starts, release starter button.

  • Page 13: Making Adjustments

    SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to clean chute or make any adjustments while engine is running. Chute assembly adjustment The distance snow is thrown can be controlled by adjusting the angle of the top section of the chute assembly.

  • Page 14: Maintaining Your Snow Thrower

    SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing maintenance. Engine Refer to engine manual for engine lubrication instructions. WARNING: When ions in separate engine manual for draining oil, be sure to protect frame to avoid oil dripping onto transmission parts.

  • Page 15: Service

    SECTION 8: SERVICE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing maintenance. Engine Refer to separate engine manual for all engine maintenance procedures. Augers The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear bolts and hex lock nuts. See Figure 20. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the bolts will shear.

  • Page 16: Drive Belt

    • Unhook the support bracket spring from the frame. NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the six nuts that connect the frame to the auger housing to aid in belt removal. • Lift the rear auger belt from the auger pulley, and slip belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley.

  • Page 17: Off-Season Storage

    Figure 25 SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Warning: Never store engine with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 10: 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: Parts List

    SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR MODELS 615E THROUGH E665E REF. PART 618-0123 Housing—R.H. 618-0124 Housing—L.H. 710-0642 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x .75 711-1020 Spiral Axle 22" 711-0908 Spiral Axle 24" 714-0161 715-0143 Pin-Spiral 717-0526 Shaft-Worm 717-0528 Gear-Worm 718-0186 Collar-Thrust REF. DESCRIPTION 721-0325 721-0327 736-0351...
  • Page 20 Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E...
  • Page 21 Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E REF. PART NO. 705-5234 Clutch Lever Assembly - RH 705-5233 Clutch Lever Assembly - LH 720-0274 Grip 784-5717 Control Panel Assembly (615, E6A5E) 784-5718 Control Panel Assembly (E645, E665) 735-0199A Bumper Rubber 749-0910B Handle RH...
  • Page 22 Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E 9 18...
  • Page 23 Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E REF. PART DESCRIPTION 712-0116 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24 756-0178 Flat Idler 784-5632 Auger Idler Arm 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50 738-0281 Shoulder Screw 736-0174 Wave Washer 732-0611 Extension Spring 712-3068 Hex Nut 5/16-18...
  • Page 24 Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E Blower Housing Drive Clutch Cable Auger Clutch Cable 16” Wheels 13” or 15” Wheels...
  • Page 25 Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E REF. PART DESCRIPTION 710-1652 Hex Screw 784-5688 Drive Cable Guide Bracket 784-5687A Auger Clutch Cable Bracket 756-0625 Roller Cable 738-0924 Hex Screw 1/4-28 684-0030 Frame Assembly 741-0563 Ball Bearing 736-0105 Bell Washer 712-0116 Lock Jam Nut...
  • Page 26 Model 615 REF. PART 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x.5 731-1324 Belt Cover 732-0339 Extension Spring 710-0627 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75 710-3005 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 05896A Drive Clutch Bracket 748-0234 Shoulder Spacer 756-0985 Pulley Half 754-0343...
  • Page 27 Models E6A5E, E645E and E665E REF. PART 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .50 731-1324 Belt Cover 732-0710 Extension Spring 710-0627 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75 710-3005 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 05896A Drive Clutch Idler Bracket 748-0234 Shoulder Spacer 756-0987 Pulley Half 754-0346...
  • Page 28 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchan- dise purchased and used in the United States, its posses- sions and territories. MTD warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in...

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