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Operator's Manual
Two-Stage
Snow Thrower
Model 5ML
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. 769-01309B
(7/30/2004)
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- Page 1 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. 769-01309B...
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Page 2: Customer Support
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Content Page Customer Support Service & Adjustments Important SafeOperation P ractices Off-Season Storage Setting UpYourSnow Thrower Troubleshooting Operating Y ourSnow Thrower Illustrated Parts List Maintaining YourSnow Thrower 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 Safeoperations P Ractices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATIONS P RACTICES ARNING" 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: Operation
unclogging, shut off engine and remain behind Operation handles until all moving parts have stopped Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the completely. auger/impeller housing or chute assembly. Contact 19. Use only attachments and accessories approved with rotating parts can amputate hands and feet. -
Page 5: Section 1: Setting Upyour Snow Thrower
SECTION 1: SETTING UPYOUR SNOW THROWER IMPORTANT:This unit is shipped with the engine full of NOTE: If the connector is not properly assembled, the oil. After assembly, see page 9 for fuel and oil details. shift rod will pivot and changing speed or direction of the snow thrower will not be possible. -
Page 6: Final Adjustments
Insert the round end of the chute control box on the While standing in the operator's position (behind short tube of the chute assembly as shown in the snow thrower) engage the auger. Figure 3C. Allow the auger to remain engaged for Insert other end of the chute control box into the approximately ten (10) seconds before releasing chute support tube as shown in Figure 3C. - Page 7 8. Ifthewheels canstillbeturned when youengage Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid thedrivecontrol, l oosen thejamnutonthedrive shoes are against the ground to avoid uneven wear cable andthread thecable inoneturn.Recheck t he on the skid shoes. adjustment andrepeat i fneeded. Tighten nuts and bolts securely.
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Page 8: Section 2: Operating Y Our Snow Thrower
SECTION 2: OPERATING Y OUR SNOW THROWER KnowTheControls Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your snow thrower. Compare Figure 8 with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Maintain safety while learning about the controls and operating the unit. -
Page 9: To Start Engine
Four-Way ChuteControl This four-way control lever is meant to control the WARNING: Gasoline is flammable; use direction and distance of snow discharge from the chute. Press the button on the knob and turn it left or caution when handling or storing it. right to rotate the chute to the direction that snow will be WARNING: Do not fill fuel tank while the... -
Page 10: Before Stopping
ColdStart Move throttle control to FAST position. ARNING" properly grounded at all times to avoid the The electric starter must be Turn fuel valve on, if so equipped. possibility of electric shock which may be Push key into the ignition slot and snap in place. Do injurious to the operator. -
Page 11: Toengage Drive
NOTE: The unusual sound from pulling the starter rope When clearing the first pass through the snow, in case of the recoil starter, or from spinning the starter control speed of snow thrower according to the in case of the electric starter, will not harm the engine. depth and condition of snow. -
Page 12: Section 3: Maintaining Your Snow Thrower
DriftCutters If your unit is not equipped with drift cutters, contact ( on models so equipped) Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow information regarding price and availability. thrower in heavy drift conditions. Snow Thrower ModelDrift Cutter Kit: On models so equipped, drift cutters are assembled to All models-OEM-390-679... -
Page 13: Check Chutecables
Drive/Auger Control Lock: The cam on the ends Re-attach frame cover to the snow thrower and put of the control rods which interlock the drive and the equipment back to operating position. auger controls must be lubricated at least once a Check ChuteCables season or every 25 hours of operation using a multi-purpose automotive grease. -
Page 14: Section 4: Service & Adjustment
SECTION 4: SERVICE & ADJUSTMENT ARNING" Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark plug before performing adjustments or repairs. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. ServicingAugers The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two Carriage Bolt shear pins and cotter pins. -
Page 15: Auger Belt
Belt Self-Tapping _rew Screw Shoulder Screw Spring Mounting Drive Belt Figure 16 Wrap auger belt around the auger pulley. See Figure 16. Re-insert shoulder screw into the mounting bracket and tighten to secure. -Auger Belt Wrap auger belt behind the idler. Reattach the spring to the bolt where it was earlier secured. - Page 16 Back out the stop bolt to create sufficient gap between the friction wheel disc and the drive pulley. Pull the drive belt from around the drive pulley and clear it off the friction wheel disc. See Figure 18. Drive Cover Friction Wheel Drive Pulley...
- Page 17 With the drive control released, there must be 1/8" 10. Insert the shift arm assembly into the friction wheel clearance between the friction wheel and the drive assembly and hold assembly in position. See Figure 22. plate in all positions of the shift lever. 11.
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Page 18: Section 5: Off-Season S Torage
Check for correct adjustment before operating the snow thrower. Chute SkidShoe Control Refer to page 7 for details. ChuteControl Once a season or every 25 hours of operation, whichever is earlier, check whether the chute control cables have slackened. If the chute does not rotate fully or its pitch cannot be moved up or down, the chute control cables will have to be adjusted. -
Page 19: Section 6: Troubleshooting
SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Fill tank with fresh gasoline. Blocked fuel line. Clean the fuel line. Choke not in ON position. Move switch to ON position. Faulty spark plug. Clean, adjust gap or replace. -
Page 20: Section 7: Parts Listformodel 5Ml
SECTION 7: PARTS LISTFORMODEL 5ML 7 // "25 ..2 1 60 / "... - Page 21 Model5ML Ref. No. Part No. Ref. No. Part No. Description Description 731-04427A 784-5580 Slide Shoe Upper Chute 712-04063 710-0451 Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18 Carriage Bolt 784-5594 Cable Bracket 790-00118 Shave Plate 731-1313C Chute Tilt Cable Guide 684-04057 Impeller Assembly 710-0262 717-04126 Worm Shaft Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1.50...
- Page 22 Model5ML i !i;"...
- Page 23 Model5ML Ref. No. Part No. Ref. No. Part No. Description Description 684-04109A 750-0963 Shift Rod Connector Handle Engagement Assembly RH 746-0778 714-0104 Cable Z Fitting Hairpin Clip 731-04894 Lock Plate 753-04864 Joystick Housing w/Fasteners 711-04287 Pivot Rod 753-04863 Knob Assembly w/Trigger 735-0199A 790-00131 Rubber Bumper...
- Page 24 Model5ML "_(_ 42B_ ""°@_ ___442b...
- Page 25 Model5ML Ref No. Part No. Ref No. PaA No. Description Description 710-1652 713-04010 AB Screw, 1/4-20 x 0.625 Sprocket 731-04792 Belt Cover 714-0214 732-0705 Cable Guide 750-1177 Spacer 711-1268A Actuator Shaft 618-0577A Planetary Carr. Assembly Drive Clutch Cable 717-1209A 746-04086 Gear, 12T Flat Washer 732-0209...
- Page 26 NOTES...
- Page 27 NOTES...
- 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.