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MTD 140 Operator's Manual

MTD 140 Operator's Manual

Single-stage snow thrower
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OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
Single-Stage
Snow Thrower
Models
140
150
160
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. BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM
NO. 769-00805
(7/2003)

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  • Page 1 (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. BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO.
  • Page 2 TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ..................Assembling Your Snow Thrower ....................Know Your Snow Thrower ......................Operating Your Snow Thrower ....................Making Adjustments ......................... Maintaining Your Snow Thrower ....................Off-Season Storage ......................... Troubleshooting ........................Accessories & Kits ........................Parts List ..........................
  • Page 3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION P RACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger 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. When you see this symbol--heed its warning.
  • Page 4 7. Muffler and engine b ecome hot a nd can cause a burn. Do Maintenance AndStorage not t ouch. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper 8. Exercise extreme caution w hen operating onorcrossing operation regularly. gravel surfaces. Stay alert f orhidden h azards ortraffic. Disengage the control handle and stop engine.
  • Page 5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING Y OUR SNOW THROWER NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Assembling t heDischarge Chute Snow thrower features vary by model Not all For shipping reasons, the snow thrower has been features discussed in this manual are applicable to all packaged with the upper chute pivoted all the way snow thrower models.
  • Page 6 SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOWTHROWER ge Chute Primer Spark Fuel Cap Ignition Choke Lever_ "lectric Starter Upper Handle Button Auger Control (If So Equipped) Plate Electric irter Plug Handle (If So Equipped) Auger Figure 3 IMPORTANT:This unit runs on a mixture of gasoline ElectricStarter Button(If so equipped) and oil.
  • Page 7 SECTION 4: OPERATING Y OUR SNOW THROWER read, understand, and follow all instructions Control WARNING: Before starting engine, and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. FuelAndOilMixture WARNING: extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
  • Page 8 SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: On new units or units with a new shave plate installed, the augers may be slightly off the ground. adjustments while the engine is running, except WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any where specified in the operator's manual. •...
  • Page 9 NOTE: Call 1-800-800-7310 for information regarding easetension onthedrivebelt.SeeFigure 7. price and availability of Shave Plate Kit 753-0451 or contact an authorized MTD Service Dealer in your area. • Remove the four carriage bolts and hex lock nuts Pulley which secure it to the snow thrower's auger housing.
  • Page 10 Check for possible damage. Tighten all bolts and nuts. Repair as needed. If the problem persists, take unit to an authorized MTD service dealer. Unit fails to self-propel Drive belt damaged Inspect the drive belt for damage and replace if necessary as instructed on page 8 of this manual.
  • Page 11 SECTION 9: ACCESSORIES & KITS The following accessories and kits are available for single-stage, two-stroke snow throwers. See the retailer from which you purchased your snow thrower, an authorized MTD Service Dealer or phone (800) 800-7310 for information regarding price and availability. DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 12 SECTION 10: PARTS LIST Models 140,150, & 160 Iode1150, 160 CABLE TO BE ROUTED OUTSIDE 12" AUGER HOUSING...
  • Page 13 Models140,150, & 160 REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 684-04027 710-1882 Auger Ass'y 21" complete w/Solid Shaft Hex Flange Screw 5/16-18 x 1.50 Gr. 5 684-04025 710-1003 Auger Ass'y 21" w/Solid Shaft Hex Wash B-Tapp Scr #10-16 x .625" Lg. 710-0896 Hex Screw AB:1/4-14 x 0.625"...
  • Page 14 Models140,150, & 160 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 710-04071 Carriage Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.0 710-0451 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x.075 GR 1 712-3068 Hex Patch I-Nut 5/16-18' 720-0284 Handle Knob Assembly 5/16-18 731-04127 Lower Chute 5" Dia 731-04353 Ring-Lower Chute 731-04373 Chute, Adapter 5" Dia 731-04388 Handle-Chute 5"...
  • Page 15 NOTES...
  • Page 16 MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the exported outside of the United States, its possessions United States, its possessions and territories.

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