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Operator's Manual Two-Stage Snow Thrower Model 5KL 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...
A sample model plate is also given below. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer's web site and/or help from the Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer. Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: YaRD-MaN)# MTo -Lc P.O. 361131 CLEVELAND,OH 44136 www.yardman.com...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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8. Ifthewheels canstillbeturned when youengage desired position. See Figure 7. thedrivecontrol, l oosen thejamnutonthedrive Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid cable andthread thecable inoneturn.Recheck t he shoes are against the ground to avoid uneven wear adjustment andrepeat i fneeded. on the skid shoes.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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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...
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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.
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.
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.
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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: YaRD.MaN ® 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.