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Operator’s Manual Two Stage Snow Thrower 33” Model Shown IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. MTD Products Ltd., P. O. BOX 1386, KITCHENER, ONTARIO N2G 4J1 PRINTED IN U.S.A. . OGST-2806 FORM NO (6/2005)
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Serial Number Numéro de modèle Numéro de série Copy the model number here: XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXX MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED Copy the serial number here: KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1 1-800-668-1238 www.mtdcanada.com ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service.
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 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.
Maintenance And Storage Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do operation regularly. not touch. Disengage the control handle and stop engine. Wait until Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing the auger/impeller come to a complete stop.
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SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER Assembling Handle NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Snow thrower features vary by model. Not all • Remove the lower plastic wing nut, cupped washer features discussed in this manual are applicable to all and carriage bolt from each side of the lower snow thrower models.
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Attaching the Chute Assembly • With the hex nuts loosened on the lower chute crank bracket (see Figure 5) adjust the bracket so that the spiral on the chute crank fully engages the NOTE: Your chute assembly may or may not be teeth on the chute assembly.
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Chute Clean-Out Tool WARNING: Do not over-tighten the cable. • The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to Over-tightening may prevent the auger from the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip. disengaging and compromise the safety of the Use the clean-out tool to clear snow and ice which snow thrower.
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Tire Pressure (Pneumatic Tires) The tires are overinflated for shipping purposes. Coupler • Check tire pressure. Maintain pressure between 10 Spring and 14 psi. NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equal in all tires, the Cable unit may pull to one side or the other. Lock Nut WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under...
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Auger Control Chute Tilt Control The auger control is located on the The distance snow is thrown can be left handle. Squeeze the auger changed by adjusting the angle of the control to engage the augers. chute assembly. Move the chute tilt Release to stop the snow throwing control forward to decrease the action.
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SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Before Starting using the electric starter. If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, Read and understand all instructions and warnings on proceed as follows: the machine and in this manual before operating. • Connect power cord to switch box on engine. Plug the other end of power cord into a three-hole, Gas &...
loud clattering sound, which is not harmful to the • If possible, remove snow immediately after it falls. engine or starter. • Discharge snow downwind whenever possible. • Move throttle control to “stop” or “off” position. • Slightly overlap each previous path. •...
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SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS • Tip the snow thrower forward, allowing it to rest on WARNING: NEVER attempt to clean chute the auger housing. or make any adjustments while engine is • Remove the frame cover underneath the snow running. thrower by removing six self-tapping screws.
Skid Shoe The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted by raising or lowering the skid shoes. For close snow removal, as when using on a smooth concrete or asphalt driveway, place the skid shoes in the low position.
Wheel Drive Control / Auger Control Lock The cams on the ends of the control rods which interlock the wheel drive and auger drive controls must be Shear Pin Vent Plug lubricated at least once a season or every 25 hours of Cotter Pin operation using a multi-purpose automotive grease.
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SECTION 7: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER Replacing Belts WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or • Disconnect the chute crank assembly at the inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and stop discharge chute end by removing the hairpin clip engine. Wait until all moving parts have come and the flat washer.
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Drive Belt • Unhook the extension spring from the belt cover plate. See Figure 23. • Remove drive belt from the engine pulley and Engine Pulley bottom drive pulley. • Replace belt and reassemble in reverse order. Brake Bracket Assembly Auger Belt Idler Pulley Shoulder Bolt...
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Changing Friction Wheel Rubber • Insert the pin from the shift arm assembly into the friction wheel assembly and hold assembly in The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and position. Refer to Figure 24. should be checked after the first 25 hours of operation, and periodically thereafter.
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SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE • Remove all debris from the exterior of equipment. WARNING: Never store engine with fuel in • Follow lubrication recommendations on page 13. tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, • Always store the snow thrower in a clean, dry area. where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water...
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How to Obtain Service: Warranty service is available, with proof of purchase, through your lo- cal MTD Authorized Service Dealer. If you do not know the dealer in your area, please write to the Service Department of MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED, P.O. BOX 1386, KITCHENER, ONTARIO N2G 4J1.
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Flats (#6) par al lel to rear when in stall ing en gage ment han dles in the en gaged po si tion as shown./ Placez les par ties plates (#6) parallèlement à l'arrière lors de l'installation des manettes d'enclenchement à la po si tion engagée (représentée).
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PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 720-0232 Shift Knob Bou ton 710-0351 Truss Mach B-Tapp Scr #10-16 x .50 Gr. 5 Vis de renforcement taraudée no. 10-16 x 0,50 Qual.5 705-5218 En gage ment Han dle RH Black Poignée d’entraînement CD noir 705-5219 En gage ment Han dle LH Black...
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Torque to 20-30 in./lbs./ Serrez à un cou ple de 20-30 po-lb. Shave plate should ride slightly above ashpalt. Set to max i mum for gravel drive ways./ La plaque de râclage doit être légèrement au-dessus du goudron. Réglez-la au max i mum en cas d'allées gravillonnées.
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PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 736-0159 Flat Washer .344 ID x .875 OD Rondelle plate 0,344 DI x 0,875 DE 710-0597 Hex. Scr. 1/4-20 x 1.00 Gr. 5 Vis à tête hex. 1/4-20 x 1,00 po de lg. Qual. 5 736-0169 Lockwasher 3/8"...
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N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 618-0247 Gear Hous ing Half LH Carter d’engrenages - moitié - gauche 618-0435 Gear Hous ing Half LH (w/grease fit ting hole) Carter d’engrenages - moitié - gauche (avec trou pour raccord graisse) 710-1260A Hex Flange Scr.
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Torque to 21 ft./lbs. max - i mum, cupped washer should be flat./ Serrez à un cou ple de 21 pi-lb max i mum. La PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 712-0717 Nut In sert 3/8-16 UNC Écrou insérer 3/8-16 UNC 712-04063 Hex Flg.
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PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 618-0279 LH Dog As sem bly Bride gauche 618-0280 RH Dog As sem bly Bride droite 618-0282D Steer ing Shaft As sem bly Arbre de di rec tion 618-04178 Wheel Ass’y Bear ing 6.0"...
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PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 741-04025 Self align ing brg. 1.0 ID Palier à alignement automatique 741-0225 Hex Flange Bear ing .630 ID Roulement à bride hex de 0,630 DI 741-0563 Ball Bear ing w/snap ring Roulement à...
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En gine is for ref er ence only and may not re sem ble the en - gine on your snowthrower. / Le moteur est représenté à ti - tre indicatif seulement et peut ne pas resembler au moteur de votre souffleuse. Torque to 325-550 in.lbs./ Cou ple de 325-550 po-lb.
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Hole for mount ing heated grip tog gle switch./ Trou de mon tage du Chute tilt cut-out/ commutateur à culbuteur pour Ouvertures pour goulotte in clin able. poignées chauffées. STYLE 3 STYLE 6 Attache to loose hangine wire un der fuel tank on en gine./ À...
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PART N° DE N° DE RÉF. PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION STYLE 3 731-1737A Black Han dle Panel (*) Panneau-noir (*) 731-0061 Black Han dle Panel ( Panneau-noir ( 731-1873A Yel low Han dle Panel ( Panneau-jaune ( 731-2564 Yel low Han dle Panel ( ) Panneau-jaune ( )