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Operator's Manual
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Two-Stage
Snow Thrower
Styles E & F
Model 6FE Shown
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 361131
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019,
MTD LLC, P.O.BOX361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO.
769-01275B
(7/28/2004)
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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.BOX361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO44136-0019 FORM NO. 769-01275B PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Customer Support
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices Maintaining Your Snow Thrower Assembling Your Snow Thrower Servicing Your Snow Thrower Know Your Snow Thrower Troubleshooting Illustrated Parts List Operating Your Snow Thrower Making Adjustments Warranty Back Cover FINDINGMODELNUMBER This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. -
Page 3: Section 1: Important Safeoperation P Ractices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION P RACTICES WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects other reproductive harm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. - Page 4 Operation 18. Never p utyourhand inthedischarge o rcollector openings. Always usetheclean-out toolprovided t o 1. Donotputhands orfeetnearrotating parts,inthe unclog thedischarge o pening. Donotunclog chute auger/impeller housing o r chute assembly. Contact assembly w hileengine isrunning. Shutoffengine withtherotating parts canamputate h ands and feet.
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Page 5: Your Responsibility
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. Do not modifyengine NoticeregardingEmissions To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine Engines which are certified to comply with California in any way. -
Page 6: Section 2: Assembling Your Snow Thrower
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the un# in the operating position (standing directly behind the snow thrower, facing the handle panel). NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several... - Page 7 Attachingthe Chute Assemblyand DirectionalControl Apply a lubricant (i.e. 3-in-1 oil) to the rim of the chute base (and the underside of the chute assembly) and position the chute assembly over the base. Close the flange keepers to secure the chute assembly to the chute base.
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Page 8: Section 3: Know Your Snowthrower
SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOWTHROWER Shift Lever Drive Control Auger Control Electric Starter Button EngineControls Gas Cap Recoil Starter Oil Fill Handle Electric Starter Outlet Chute Assembly Clean-out Tool Ignition Chute Directional Control Choke Control Throttle Control Skid Shoe Augers Choke Control all instructions and warnings on the machine WARNING:... - Page 9 AugerControl IgnitionKey The ignition key is a safety devise. It must be fully inserted in order for the engine to start. Remove the ignition key when the snow thrower is not in use. IMPORTANT:Do not turn the ignition key in an attempt to start the engine.
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Page 10: Section 4: Operating Y Our Snow Thrower
SECTION 4: OPERATING Y OUR SNOW THROWER BeforeStarting WARNING: If your home electrical system is grounded, but a three-hole receptacle is not available, do not use your snow thrower's electric starter. WARNING" all instructions and warnings on the machine Read, understand, and follow and in this manual before operating. -
Page 11: Stopping The Engine
• Pull the starter handle with a firm, rapid stroke. ToEngageDrive IMPORTANT: Do not release the handle and allow it to • With the throttle control in the Fast (rabbit) position, snap back. Keep a firm hold on the starter handle and move shift lever into one of the six forward (F) allow it to slowly recoil. -
Page 12: Operating Tips
• Repeat Auger Control Test to verify proper Drift Cutters(onmodels soequipped) adjustment has been achieved. Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow thrower in heavy drift conditions. On models so equipped, drift cutters are assembled to the auger housing inverted. Remove the carriage bolts by unthreading the hex nuts which secure them, and reinstall the drift cutters in their proper position before operating the snow thrower. -
Page 13: Shift Rod Adjustments
SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: adjustments while Never attempt to make any engine is running, except where specified in operator's manual. ShiftRodAdjustment If the full range of speeds (forward and reverse) cannot be achieved, refer to the figures to the right and adjust the shift rod as follows: Place the shift lever in the fastest forward speed position. -
Page 14: Drive Control
DriveControl When the drive control is released and in the disengaged "up" position, the cable should have very little slack. It should NOT be tight. Check the adjustment of the drive control as follows: With the drive control released, push the snow thrower gently forward. -
Page 15: Section 6: Maintaining Andservicing Your Snow Thrower
SECTION 6: MAINTAINING ANDSERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or Auger Shaft inspecting, disengage all controls and stop • At least once a season, remove the shear pins on engine. Wait until all moving parts have come auger shaft. Spray lubricant inside shaft, around to a complete stop. - Page 16 AugerBeltReplacement To remove and replace your snow thrower's auger belt, proceed as follows: Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self-tapping screws. • Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
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Page 17: Drive Belt Replacement
DriveBeltReplacement To remove and replace your snow thrower's auger belt, proceed as follows: Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self-tapping screws. • Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. - Page 18 FrictionWheelRemoval If the snow thrower fails to drive with the drive control engaged, and performing the drive control cable adjustment on page 14 fails to correct the problem, the friction wheel may need to be replaced. Follow the instructions below. Examine the friction wheel for signs of wear or cracking and replace if necessary •...
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Page 19: Section 7: Off-Season S Torage
Augers IMPORTANT:NEVER replace the auger shear pins with anything other than OEM Part No.738-04124 • The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two replacement shear pins. Any damage to the auger shear pins and cotter pins. If the auger should strike gearbox or other components as a result of failing to do a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is so will NOT be covered by your snow thrower's... -
Page 20: Section 8: Trouble Shooting Guide
SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Corrective Action Trouble Possible Cause(s) Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used. Blocked fuel line. Clean fuel line. - Page 21 NOTES...
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Page 22: Section 9: Parts List
SECTION 9: PARTS LIST 17_ 8 ..8 ,/ 19 30 35 ..-..5'}'_e... - Page 23 StylesE & F REF. PART DESCRIPTION 684-0036A Handle Ass'y, Engagement RH Black 684-0037 Handle Ass'y, Engagement, LH Black 710-0726 Screw, Self-tapping, 5/16-12, 0.750 710-1233 Screw, Machine, #10-24, 1.375 711-0677 Ferrule, 5/16-18 x .312 Diameter 712-0161 Nut, Hex Lock, #10-24, Gr2, Nylon 712-04063 Nut, Flange Lock, 5/16-18, Grf, Nylon 712-04064...
- Page 24 StylesE & F 28 _l...
- Page 25 SalesE & F REF. PART PART REF. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 731-2643 Clean Out Tool 741-0493A Bushing, Flange, .800 IDx .910 OD 684-04057 790-00087 Impeller Assembly, 12" Diameter Housing, Bearing, 1" Hex 710-0347 790-00117 Hex Screw, 3/8-16, 1.75, Gr5, Std Plate, Shave, 2.25 x 21.66 710-0451 790-00120 Bolt, Carriage, 5/16-18, .750 Grl...
- Page 26 StylesE & F 16 Z_ 14" 4" 28"...
- Page 27 StylesE & F PART PART REF. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 617-04026 748-0190 Gear Assembly, 16/44T Spacer, .508 ID x .75 OD x .68 617-04025 756-0625 Gear Assembly, 16/44T Roller, Cable 656-0012A 784-5687A Disc Assembly, Friction Wheel, .375 Guide Bracket, Auger Cable 684-04066 790-00072 Frame Wheel Assembly, Friction, 4.90D...
- Page 28 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.