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Yard-Man Style L Operator's Manual

Yard-Man Style L Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
Two-Stage Snow Thrower
Style L
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. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 769-01277.fm
(7/7/2004)

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual Two-Stage Snow Thrower Style L 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).

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 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 Operating Your Snow Thrower Illustrated Parts List Making Adjustments Warranty Back Cover FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower.

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 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 or 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 put your hand in the discharge or collector openings. Always use the clean-out tool provided to 1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the unclog the discharge opening. Do not unclog chute auger/impeller housing or chute assembly. Contact assembly while engine is running.
  • Page 5 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 modify engine Notice regarding Emissions To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine Engines which are certified to comply with California in any way.

  • Page 6: 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 unit in the operating position (standing directly behind the snow thrower, facing the handle panel). Two replacement auger shear pins are IMPORTANT: included with this manual (or stowed in the plastic handle panel).
  • Page 7 NOTE: If the flange keepers will not easily click into place, use the palm of your hand to apply swift, firm pressure to the back of each. 5. Remove the clevis pin and hairpin clip from the upper portion of the chute mast. •...

  • Page 8: Know Your Snow Thrower

    SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER Shift Lever Drive Control Chute Directional Control Auger Control Electric Starter Button Engine Controls Gas Cap Recoil Starter Oil Fill Handle Electric Starter Outlet Chute Assembly Primer Clean-out Tool Ignition Choke Control Throttle Control Skid Shoe Augers Choke Control...

  • Page 9: Ignition Key

    Auger Control Ignition Key The ignition key is a safety devise. It must be fully AUGER inserted in order for the engine to start. Remove the CONTROL ignition key when the snow thrower is not in use. Do not turn the ignition key in an attempt IMPORTANT: to start the engine.

  • Page 10: Operating Your Snow Thrower

    SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Before Starting WARNING: If your home electrical system is grounded, but a three-hole WARNING: receptacle is not available, do not use your Read, understand, and follow snow thrower’s electric starter. all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.

  • Page 11: Stopping The Engine

    To Engage Drive • Pull the starter handle with a firm, rapid stroke. Do not release the handle and allow it to IMPORTANT: • 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

    • To readjust the control cable, loosen the hex jam • Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which nut on the auger control cable “Z” fitting. secures it to the rear of the auger housing. • Rotate the coupling end of the cable •...

  • Page 13: Making Adjustments

    SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in operator’s manual. Shift Rod Adjustment 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: 1.
  • Page 14 Drive Control 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: 1. With the drive control released, push the snow thrower gently forward.

  • Page 15: Maintaining Your Snow Thrower

    SECTION 6: MAINTAINING AND SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER Auger Shaft WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or 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.

  • Page 16: Auger Belt Replacement

    Auger Belt Replacement To remove and replace your snow thrower’s auger belt, proceed as follows: 1. 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 17: Drive Belt Replacement

    Drive Belt Replacement To remove and replace your snow thrower’s auger belt, proceed as follows: 1. 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: Friction Wheel Removal

    Friction Wheel Removal 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.
  • Page 19 Augers NEVER replace the auger shear pins with IMPORTANT: 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: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action 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...

  • Page 22: Illustrated Parts List

    SECTION 9: PARTS LIST...
  • Page 23 Style L REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 631-04124 Panel Assembly, L-Style, Yellow 736-0262 Washer, Flat, .385 x .870 x .092 (Inc. Ref. 47) 738-04122 Screw, Shoulder, .437 x 1.345, 1/4-20 631-04128 Panel Assembly, L-Style, Black 738-04125 Screw, Shoulder, .374 Dia. x 1.05 (Inc.
  • Page 24 Style L...
  • Page 25 Style L REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 731-2643 Removal Tool, Snow 784-5594 Cable Bracket (Cables not included) 684-04057 Impeller Assembly, 12” Dia 784-5599 Tab, Handle 710-0347 Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.75, Gr5, Std 618-04171 Gearbox Assembly, Auger, 24” 710-0451 Bolt, Carriage, 5/16-18 x.750 Gr1 618-04172 Gearbox Assembly, Auger, 26”...
  • Page 26 Style L...
  • Page 27 Style L REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 34 756-0625 Roller, Cable 617-04026 Gear Assembly, 16/44T 617-04025 Gear Assembly, 16/44T 35 784-5687A Guide Bracket, Auger Cable 656-0012A Disc Assembly, Friction Wheel, .375 36 790-00072 Frame 684-04066 Wheel Assembly, Friction, 4.9 OD...
  • 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.

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