LEAF BLOWERS
Important:
Read Safety Rules and
Instructions Carefully
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Model Numbers
241-688A
241-690A
FORM NO. 770-0824
INDEX
Safe Operation Practices.............................................. 3
Assembly Instructions.................................................. 4
Operation ...................................................................... 6
Adjustments................................................................. 6
Maintenance and Lubrication
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Off-Season Storage
Illustrated Parts ...........................................................
Parts List....................................................................... 9
Parts Information ........................................ Back Cover
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LIMITED WARRANTY
♦ For one year from the date of original retail purchase, MTD PRODUCTS INC will either ♦
^ repair of replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, ^
♦ any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Transportation charges ♦
J under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless return is requested by i
X MTD PRODUCTS INC. X
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♦ This warranty will not apply to any part which has becomes inoperative due to misuse, ♦
^ excessive use, accident, neglect, improper maintenance, alterations, or unless the unit ^
♦ has been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. This ♦
J warranty does not apply to the engine, motor, battery, battery charger or component parts J
^ thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer's warranty on these items. ^
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♦ This warranty will not apply where the unit has been used commercially. ♦
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X Warranty service is available through your local authorized service dealer or distributor. If X
♦ you do not know the dealer or distributor in your area, please write to the Customer Service ♦
J Department of MTD. X
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^ This warrarity gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary ♦
^ from state to state. J
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WARNING TO PURCHASERS
OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE EQUIPPED
MACHINERY OR DEVICES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
The equipment which you have just purchased does not have a spark arrester. If this equipment is used on
any forest covered land, brush covered land, or grass covered unimproved land in the State of California,
before using on such land, the California law requires that a spark arrester be provided. In addition, spark
arrester is required by law to be in effective working order. The spark arrester must be attached to the
exhaust system and comply with Section 442 of the California Public Resources Code.
IMPORTANT
is suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate. Keep this
nanual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts.
This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see operating section of this manual for
proper fuel and amount.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR LEAF BLOWERS
1. Read the operating and service instructing manual
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and proper use of the Power Leaf Blower.
2. Never allow children to operate this power
Leaf Blower.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets.
4. Check fuel before starting engine. Do Not fill fuel
tank indoors, when engine is running, or while
engine is hot. Wipe off any spilled fuel before
starting engine.
Do Not change engine governor settings.
o. Do Not put hands near rotating parts for any
reason.
7. If the power Leaf Blower should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately
for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
8. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting make
certain all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep wire
away from plug to prevent accidental starting.
Also keep throttle control lever in the stop
position.
9. If the power Leaf Blower should become blocked
with debris at any point shut engine off and wait
until the impeller comes to a complete stop before
attempting to remove the obstruction. Disconnect
spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting.
10. Check all bolts for tightness at frequent periods.
11. Never store this power Leaf Blower with fuel in
the tank. Allow engine to cool before starting in
any enclosure.
12. Keep equipment free of debris when not in use.
13. Never operate this Leaf Blower unless impeller
guard and guard assembly are properly affixed in
their place.
14. Never change inlet nozzle or auxiliary hose
attachment when engine is running.
15. The manufacturer recommends that the operator
wear safety glasses or some other suitable eye
protection when operating this machine.
16. Exercise caution whenever operating Leaf Blower.
Do Not allow exhaust to be pointed in the
direction of persons.
LüVVt fi HANDLt-
FIGURE 1
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS REQUIRED:
A. (1) 5/16" wrench
B. (1) 3/8" wrench
C. (2) 1/2" wrenches
PARTS IN CARTON (See Figure 1):
(1) Lower Handle
(1) Upper Handle
(1) Chute Deflector
(1) Deflector
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK:
(See
Figure 2)
A. (2) Hand Knobs
B. (2) Curved Head Bolts
Hex Screws 5/16-18 x 1.25" Lg.
(2)
C.
D.
E. (2) Hex Nuts 5/16-18 Thread
F.
G. (5) Flat Washers
J.
Lock washers for 5/16" Bolts
(2)
(5) Wing Nuts
Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x .62" Lg.
(1)
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
NOTE
The right and left side of your Leaf
Blower is determined from operator's
position.
1. Remove the Leaf Blower, hardware pack and all
literature from the carton before discarding carton.
2. Place the lower handle into holes located in '
of Leaf Blower Frame.
■3. Secure lower handle to frame with two hex screws
(C), lock washers (D) and hex nuts (E). See figure
3. Two 1/2" wrenches are required.
FIGURE 4
Place the upper handle over the lower handle,
lining up the holes. Secure with curved head bolts
(B) and hand knobs (A). See figure 4.
Pre-assemble the chute deflector and deflector.
Slide tab on deflector into slot on chute deflector.
Secure deflector to chute deflector with carriage
bolt (J), flat washer (G) and wing nut (F). See
figure 5.
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 6
Place the pre-assembled chute deflector on the
blower housing. See figure 6. Secure in place with
four flat washers (G) and wing nuts (F).
OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
1. Remove oil fill plug and fill crankcase with 1-1/4
pints S.A.E. No. 30 oil. See figure 7.
FIGURE?
PLUG
2. Clean fuel tank with good grade regular, clean,
fresh gasoline. DO NOT MIX OIL WITH
GASOLINE. FOR COMPLETE ENGINE
INFORMATION, READ ENGINE INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET BEFORE STARTING OR OPERAT
ING.
TO START ENGINE
1. Move throttle to start position.
2. Pull starter rope once with quick, full stroke.
Move hand throttle to fast position and p
starter rope again. See figure 8.
3. When engine starts, move throttle to "RUN
position until engine warms up.
FIGURES
WING NUTS ON SiOL
FIGURES
TO STOP ENGINE
Move throttle control lever to "OFF" position.
ADJUSTMENTS
^ WARNING \
Do Not make this adjustment or any
adjustment with the engine running.
Stop the engine, disconnect the spark
plug wire and ground plug wire to
engine block.
TWO-WAY AIR DISCHARGE
Your Leaf Blower is equipped with an adjusv.
chute deflector. Simply loosen two wing nuts at
side of deflector to raise or lower. You also can
direct the air by loosening the wing nut on top and
moving the deflector from side to side. See figure 9.
USE OF OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
MAINTENANCE AND
If you use optional equipment (such as inlet nozzle or
auxiliary hose) proceed as follows.
^ WARNING I
Do Not make any adjustment with the
engine running. Stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground plug wire to engine block.
1. Remove the guard assembly by removing four
hex nuts and lock washers. See figure 10.
2. Lift off impeller guard (screen). See figure 11.
3. Whenever attachments are removed, guard
assembly and impeller guard (screen) Must Be
reassembled.
Ml X AND
LUUK.WAtiHfc;RS
LUBRICATION
Your Leaf Blower, like all machines with moving
parts, must receive care and maintenance. The
following tips, if used, will contribute many troublefree hours to your blower.
1. Check oil level frequently. When changing oil,
make sure dirt and debris is cleaned off oil sump
before removing oil plug.
2. Keep blower clean, expecially the engine, and
engine air filter.
3. Check all nuts, bolts and screws occasionally to be
sure blower is in good operating condition.
4. The wheel bearings are pre-lubricated at the
factory and should require no further attention
until blower is serviced. However, it is advisable
to remove the wheels and apply a small amount
of light oil to each axle, at least once a season.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If you are going to store your blower for any length of
time (30 days or longer), it is important that the
following steps be taken:
1. Drain the gas tank. Start the engine. Allow it to
run out of gas. Gasoline left in the engine will
leave gum deposits in the carburetor and gas tank.
2. Clean engine of all foreign matter.
3. Lubricate cylinder by removing the spark plug
and pour in one ounce of clean lubricating oil
through the spark plug hole into the cylinder.
Crank engine slowly to spread oil and replace
spark plug. To start after storage, remove spark
plug and rotate engine with starter to remove
excess oil.
FIGURE 10
FIGURE 11
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PARTS LIST FOR LEAF BLOWER MODELS 241-688Aand 241-690A
Ref.
No.
PART
No.
COLOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
1 Engine (3) or (5) H.P.
710-0118 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 X .75" Lg.*
2
3 13739 Engine Plate Assembly
4
710-0528
710-0405
5
1710-053 Grip - Handle
8
10 3712-163
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 X 1.25" Lg.*
Curved Hd. Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.75
Upper Handle
11 09966 Hand Knob
3712-106
12
Lower Handle
13 736-0119 L-Wash. 5/16" Scr.*
14 712-0267
712-0267
15
2631-043
16
17
716-0106
2108-220 Wheel Assembly Complete
18
736-0290 Fl.-Wash. 21/32 X 1.0" x 1/16 Thk.
19
20 1624-165
712-0267
21
Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.*
Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.*
Axle
"E" - Ring
Wheel Spacer
Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.*
22 11452 Mounting Plate
2?
710-0117
Hex Bolt 5/16-24 X 1.00" Lg.*
24 710-0118 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 X.75" Lg.*
736-0217 L.-Wash. 3/8" Scr. Heavy Duty
25
712-0241 Hex Nut 3/8-24 Thd.*
26
712-0109 Wing Nut 1/4-20 Thd!
27
736-0173 Fl.-Wing. 1/4" I.D.
28
29 13742 Deflector - Chute
13741
30
710-0134
31
2192-002 Caster Assembly
32
Deflector
Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x .62" Lg.
33 1548-021 Roll Pin
34
13738
13796
35
13735
36
710-0152
37
736-0169
38
07386
39
40 12230
3
Guard Assembly
Impeller Guard
Housing Assembly Complete
Hex Bolt 3/8-24 X 1.00" Lg.*
L-Wash. 3/8" Scr.*
Fl.-Wash.
Air Vane
41 13734 Vane Plate Assembly (241-688A only)
14277
42
721-0128 Gasket ^
714-0133
43
40301
45
Vane Plate Assembly (241-690A Only)
Sq. Key 3/16 X 1.50" Lg.
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Part
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*For faster service obtain standard nuts, bolts and washers locally. If these items cannot be obtained locally, order part
number and size as shown on parts list.
(488) - Mack Truck Yellow) When ordering parts if color or finish is important, use color code shown at left (e.g. Mack
The engine is not under warranty by the mower manufacturer. If repairs or service is needed on the
engine, please contact your nearest authorized engine service outlet. Check the “Yellow Pages” of
your telephone book under “Engines — Gasoline.”
Truck Yellow Finish — 11907 (488).
Find It Fast
Yellow Pages
In The
PARTS INFORMATION
POWER EQUIPMENT PARTS AND SERVICE
Parts and service for all MTD manufactured power equipment are
available through the authorized service firms listed below. All
orders should specify the model number of your unit, part
numbers, description of parts and the quantity of each part re
quired.
NOTE:*lf any parts are found to be missing or defective upon assembiy of this unit, write to advise the factory so
that immediate replacement can be made.
ALABAMA BIRMINGHAM
Auto Electric & Carburetor Co. . .. 2625 4th Ave. S
ARKANSAS FORT SMITH
Mity Mite Motors, Inc
Sutton’s Lawn Mower Shop...............Rt. 4, Box 368
CALIFORNIA PORTERVILLE
Billious
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J.W. Jewett Co....................................981 Folsom St
COLORADO DENVER
Colorado Outdoor Power Equip. .. 527 West Evans
FLORIDA JACKSONVILLE
Radco Distributors............................. 4909 Victor St.
Small Eng. Dist
GEORGIA EASTPOINT
East Point Cycle & Key................................................ 2834 Church St.30344
ILLINOIS LYONS
Keen Edge Co...............................................8615 Ogden Ave 60534
INDIANA ELKHART
Parts & Sales Inc..................................2101 Industrial Pkwy.. .46514
IOWA DUBUQUE
Power Lawn & Garden Equip
LOUISIANA NEW ORLEANS
Suhren Engine Co....................................... 8330 Earhart Blvd 70118
MARYLAND TAKOMA PARK
Center Supply Co
MASSACHUSETTS SPRINGFIELD
Morton B. Collins Co.......................... 300BirnieAve
MICHIGAN LANSING
Lorenz Service Co
Power Equipment Dist
MINNESOTA HOPKINS
Hance Distributing Inc
MISSISSIPPI BILOXI
Biloxi Sales & Service, Inc
MISSOURI KANSAS CITY
Automotive Equip. Service
Ross-Frazier Supply Co
Henzier, Inc
NEW JERSEY BELLMAWR
Lawnmower Parts Inc........................717 Creek Rd..................08030
Feld Distributor
NEW YORK CARTHAGE
Gamblq Dist., Inc...............................West End Ave
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4515S. 16th St
NORTH LITTLE ROCK
75 North D Street
SAN FRANCISCO
Box 5459 ..................... 32207
OPA LOCKA
2351 N.W. 147th St. .. .33054
2551 J.F. Kennedy ... .52001
6867 New Hampshire
Ave................................20012
2500 S. Pennsylvania . .48910
MOUNT CLEMENS
36463 South Gratiot.. .48043
420 Excelsior Ave. W. .55343
506CaillavetSt
3117 Holmes St
ST. JOSEPH
8th and Monterey
ST. LOUIS
2015 Lemay Ferry Road63125
RUTHERFORD
28 Glen Rd
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72901
72117
93257
94107
80223
01107
39533
64109
64503
07070
13619
BRIGGS AND STRATTON, TECUMSEH AND PEERLESS PARTS
AND SERVICE
Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh and Peerless parts and servici
should be handled by your nearest authorized engine service firnri
Check the yellow pages of your telephone directory under the
listing Engines—Gasoline, Briggs & Stratton or Tecumseh
Lauson.
NORTH CAROLINA GOLDSBORO
Smith Hardware Co
Dixie Sales Company
OHIO CARROLL
Stebe’s Mid-State Mower Supply . Box 366, 71 HighSt
Bleckrie, Inc. .. 1...............................
National Central
Burton Supply Co
OKLAHOMA MUSKOGEE
Victory Motors, Inc............................. 605 S. Cherokee
Forest Sales Inc
OREGON PORTLAND
Kenton Supply Co..........................8216 N. Denver Ave,.. .97217
PENNSYLVANIA CHESTER
Stull Equipment Corp
EECOInc
Thompson Rubber Co
Bluemont Co
Frank Roberts & Sons ......................R.D. 2
TENNESSEE KNOXVILLE
Master Repair Service
American Sales & Service, Inc. ... 1922 Lynnbrook
TEXAS DALLAS
Marr Brothers, Inc
Woodson Sales Corp
Bullard Supply Co
Catto & Putty, Inc
UTAH SALT LAKE CITY
A-1 Engine & Mower Co.................... 437 E. 9th St
VERMONT BURLINGTON
Vermont Hdwe. Co. Inc
VIRGINIA RICHMOND
RBI Corp
WASHINGTON SEATTLE
Bailey’s Inc........................................1414 14th Ave
WEST VIRGINIA CHARLESTON
Young’s, Inc....................................... 233 Virginia St., E
WISCONSIN MARSHFIELD
Power Pac.........................................301 E. 29th St
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515 N. George St
GREENSBORO
335 N. Green
CLEVELAND
7900 Lorain Ave
WADSWORTH
687 Seville Rd
YOUNGSTOWN
1301 Logan Ave.
Box 929
OKLAHOMA CITY
6415N.OIie
742 W. Front St
HARRISBURG
4021 N.ethSt..................17110
PHILADELPHIA
5222-24 N. Fifth St.........19120
PITTSBURGH
11125 Frankstown Rd.. 1523:
PUNXSUTAWNEY
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2000 Western Ave.........37921
MEMPHIS
423 E. Jefferson
FORT WORTH
1702 N. Sylvania
HOUSTON
2409 Commerce St. .. .77003
SAN ANTONIO
414 Live Oak
180 Flynn Ave
963 Myers St..................23260
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43112
44102
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44501
74401
73116
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1576
38116
75203
76111
78298
84111
05401
98102
25301
54449
WARRANTY PARTS AND SERVICE POLICY
The purpose of warranty is to protect the customer from defects in workmanship and materials, defects which are NOT detected at the
time of manufacture. It does not provide for the unlimited and unrestricted replacement of parts. Use and maintenance are the respon
sibility of the customer. The manufacturer cannot assume responsibility for conditions over which it has no control. Simply put, if it’s
the manufacturer’s fault, it’s the manufacturer’s responsibility; if it’s the customer’s fault, it’s the customer’s responsibility.
CLAIMS AGAINST THE MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
INCLUDES:
1. Replacement of Missing Parts on new equipment.
2. Replacement of Defective Parts within the warranty period.
3. Repair of Defects within the warranty period.
All claims MUST be substantiated with the following
information:
1. Model Numberof unit involved.
2. Date unit was purchased or first put Into service.
3. Date of failure.
4. Nature of failure.
MTD PRODUCTS • 5965 GRAFTON ROAD • P.O. BOX 36900 • CLEVELAND, OHIO44136
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