Operation - MTD 190-032 Operator's Manual

Operation

Operation
WARNING!
instructions and warnings on the tractor, the
attachment, and in the operator's manuals before
operating. Your snow thrower attachment is capable
of displacing snow and clearing a path a width of 42
inches.
CAUTION:
includes stops to limit your rider from performing a
full zero turn. Do NOT try and overcome these
stops, as damage to your rider may occur.
Observe the following operating instructions for efficient snow
removal:
1. Become familiar with and comfortable using all of your
tractor's controls as instructed in your tractor's Operator's
Manual before operating it with the snow thrower
attachment.
2. Make certain the correct weight (and volume) of motor
oil is in your tractor's engine as instructed in the engine
Owners Guide packed with the tractor's Operator Manual.
3. Always operate the snow thrower with the tractor's engine
at maximum RPM (full throttle).
4. NEVER override any safety features on either your tractor or
the snow thrower attachment.
5. Make certain that all nuts, bolts, and hardware are fastened
securely and tight on both the tractor and the snow
thrower attachment prior to use.
6. Make certain the snow thrower attachment is assembled
properly and mounted to the tractor as instructed in this
manual.
7. Test all the controls (tractor PTO, snow thrower lift handle,
chute tilt lever & chute crank) for smooth operation prior to
operating the snow thrower.
8. Make all adjustments (i.e. skid shoes, lift latch) before
operating your snow thrower attachment. Follow the
instructions in the Assembly and Setup section of this
manual when doing so.
9. Engage the tractor's PTO to activate power to the augers
and impeller BEFORE driving the tractor forward and into
snow.
10. Keep your tractor's ground-speed slow. The slower your
tractor is traveling, the more effectively the snow thrower
attachment can displace snow.
11. Adjust ground speed for snow conditions and become
familiar with different snow applications. Your snow
thrower attachment will operate differently in wet heavy
snow than it will in light, fluffy snow.
12. Overlap a previously cleared path when necessary (deep
snow) so as not to overload the auger housing with snow.
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When installed, this attachment
13. NEVER drive the tractor into a snow bank. The snow
thrower attachment is not a dozer plow. The lift linkage
and/or the snow thrower drive system can be damaged as
a result of "plowing" with the snow thrower attachment.
14. If the augers become jammed with a chunk of ice or a
foreign object, move the PTO into the disengaged (OFF)
position immediately and turn off the tractor's engine
and remove the ignition key. Examine the auger area
thoroughly for damage and do NOT operate the snow
thrower attachment until any damage is repaired.
IMPORTANT:
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with
two shear pins and hex lock nuts. If you hit a hard foreign object
or an ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the pins
may shear. Two replacement shear pins and hex lock nuts are
provided for your convenience. Store in a safe place until needed.
NEVER replace the auger shear pins with standard hex bolts. Any
damage to the auger gearbox or other components as a result of
doing so will NOT be covered by your snow thrower's warranty.
15. Whenever possible, discharge snow downwind.
16. Do NOT attempt to remove ice or hard-packed frozen
snow.
17. When the tractor (with the snow thrower attachment
mounted) is not in service, use the lift lever to lower the
auger housing assembly to the ground to relieve strain on
the tractor's front end between uses.
18. Always use tire chains and rear wheel weights on your
tractor where extra traction is needed. Refer to the table to
the right to determine which kits will fit your tractor.
19. Use drift cutters to aid in displacing snow through deep,
drifted areas.
Engaging the Augers and Impeller
Power to the snow thrower attachment is activated by engaging
the tractor's PTO.
1. Place the tractor's throttle control in the FAST (rabbit)
position and allow it to remain there for efficient snow
removal.
2. Move the PTO knob into the "ON" position to engage the
augers and impeller.
3. Move the PTO knob into the "OFF" position to disengage
the augers and impeller.
NOTE: The PTO knob cannot be in the engaged (ON)
position when the tractor is driving in the reverse direction.
The PTO knob must be in the disengaged (OFF) position
when the shift lever is placed in REVERSE or the electric
PTO clutch will automatically shut off. Refer to your
tractor's Operator's Manual for more information regarding
your tractor's PTO and safety interlock system.
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