MTD S230 Operator's Manual
Single-stage snow thrower
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Single-Stage
Snow Thrower
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230,$230
240,$240
250, S250
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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 attester 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. 769-01283.
(5/24/2004)
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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. BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 769-01283. (5/24/2004)
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Page 2: Customer Support
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Content Page Customer Support Maintenance Important SafeOperation P ractices Service & Adjustments Assembly Accessories & Kits Controls Illustrated Parts List Operation Warranty Back Cover FINDINGMODEL NUMBER 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: 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. When you see this symbol--heed its warning. - Page 4 6. Donot o perate m achine while under theinfluence of Maintenance AndStorage alcohol ordrugs. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper 7. Muffler and engine b ecome hot a nd can cause a burn. D o operation regularly. not t ouch. Disengage the control handle and stop engine.
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Page 5: Section 2: Assembling Your Snow Thrower
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Snow thrower features vary by model. Not all features discussed in this manual are applicable to all snow thrower models. Contents ofCarton Carton contents are listed below with part numbers in parentheses. -
Page 6: Section 3: Know Your Snow Thrower
SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER Chute Handle Starter Handle* Discharge Chute Primer Spark Plug Cover Fuel Cap Choke Ignition Key Upper Handle Electric Starter Plug (If So Equipped) Electric Starter Button Shave Plate (If So Equipped) Auger Control Handle Auger * Styles vary by model Figure 1... -
Page 7: Section 4: Operating Y Our Snow Thrower
SECTION 4: OPERATING Y OUR SNOW THROWER read, understand, and follow all instructions WARNING: Before starting engine, and warnings on the machine and in this Wing Knob manual before operating. Fuel AndOil Mixture Chute Handle Upper Chute handling gasoline. Gasoline extremely WARNING: extreme... -
Page 8: Section 5: Making Adjustments
SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS Move the shave plate to desired position and retighten the nuts and bolts. Make certain all four adjustments while the engine is running. WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any nuts are securely tightened. ShavePlate • To check the adjustment of the shave plate, place the unit on a level surface. -
Page 9: Section 7: Off-Season S Torage
Shave Plate Kit 753-0451 or To change the rubber paddles, proceed as follows: contact an authorized MTD Service Dealer in your area. • Remove the existing rubber paddles by • Remove the four carriage bolts and hex lock nuts... -
Page 10: Section 8: Troubleshooting
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
SECTION 9: ACCESSORIES & KITS The following accessories and kits are available for single-stage, two-cycle 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. MODEL DESCRIPTION... -
Page 12: Section 10: Parts List
SECTION 10: PARTS LIST 59 _ "_ (_47 '_6_'_43... - Page 13 PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 684-04027A 725-0201 Auger Assembly Complete, 21" 684-04025 725-2018 Auger Weldment Assembly, 21" Key Switch 710-0896 731-1133C Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-14 x 0.625" Plastic Cap, 1.75 Dia x .72 735-04032 7510009636 Rubber Spiral Recoil Handle (Mitten Grip) 735-04033 Rubber Paddle 736-0225...
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- 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.