MTD 316E640F000, 316E610E000 Owner’s Manual
OWNER'S
AMERICAN _ AMERICAN
M A D E 0 WNED
OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT
Model Numbers
24", 26" and 28"
SNOW
THROWERS
MTD PRODUCTS INC • P.O. BOX 368022 • CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 770-8782L
316E610E000
316E640F000
316E660G000
IMPORTANT
SAFEOPERATIONPRACTICES
_:_ HIS SYMBOLPOINTSOUTIMPORTANTSAFETYIIJSTRUCTIONSWHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED,COULDENDANGERTHE PERSONAL A_
SAFETYAND/OR PROPERTYOF YOURSELFAND )THERS. READAND FOLLOWALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE
ATTEMPTINGTOOPERATEYOUR SNOWTHROWEF.FAILURETO COMPLYWITH THESEINSTRUCTIONSMAYRESULTIN PERSON-
AL INJURY. WHENYOU SEETHIS SYMBOL-- _'_ -IEEDITSWARNING.
DANGER: with anytype of poweret uipment, carelessnessorerror on the part of the operator can result in serious
I _ Yoursnowthrower was Luilt to be operatedaccordingto the rules lor safe operationin this manual. As
TRAINING
1. Readthis owner's guide carefully in its entirety befo
ing to assemble or operate this machine. Becompl,
iar with the controls and the proper use of this mac!
operating it. Keep this manual in a safe place for
regular referenceandfor ordering replacement parts
2.. Never allow children under 14 years old to oper_
thrower. Children 14 years old and over should o_
snow thrower under close parental supervision. Or
well acquainted with these rules of safe operation
allowed to useyour snow thrower.
3. Noone should operate this unit while intoxicated o_
ing medication that impairs the senses or reactions.
4. Keepthearea of operation clear of all persons, espe
children and pets.
5. Exercisecaution to avoid slipping or falling, espec
operating in reverse.
,_ PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the areawhere the equipment is
and remove all door mats, sleds, boards, wires an(
eign objects.
2. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral befo
engine.
3. Do not operate equipment without wearing adeqt
outer garments. Do not wear jewelry, long scar1
loose clothing which could become entangled in mc
Wear footwear which will improvefooting on slipper
4. Before working with gasoline, extinguish all cigz
other sources of ignition. Check the fuel before s
engine. Gasolineis an extremely flammable fuel. Do
gasoline tank indoors, while the engine is runnir
engine has been allowed to cool at least two minut_
gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled gasc
starting the engine as it may causeafire or explosio
5. Use a grounded three wire plug-in for all units w
drive motors or electric starting motors.
6. Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or cr
surface.
7. Neverattempt to makeany adjustments while engin_
(exceptwhere specifically recommendedby manufacl
8. Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor tempera
starting to clear snow.
9. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during o
while performing an adjustment or repair, to protec!
foreign objects that may be thrown from the macl
direction.
_bb OPERATION
1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating r
clearof discharge opening and auger atall times.
2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cros
drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazard
Do not carry passengers.
3. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, rc
from spark plug, and thoroughly inspect the snow
any damage. Repair the damage before restarting
ing the snow thrower.
4. Ifthe snow thrower should start to vibrateabnormal
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibral
erally a warning of trouble.
injury. If youviolate any (f theserules, you may causeserious injuryto yourselfor others.
5. Stop enginewhenever you leavethe operating position, before
e attempt-
_telyfamil-
_inebefore
future and
te a snow
_lyoperate
ly persons
should be
while tak-
_iallysmall
ially when
to beused
otherfor-
"e starting
ate winter
s or other
ring parts.
/ surfaces.
rettes and
tarting the
not fill the
g, or until
s. Replace
line before
1.
th electric
Jshedrock
is running
_rer).
unclogging the collector/impeller housing or discharge guide,
and making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections. Never
place your hand in the discharge or collector openings. Use a
stick or wooden broom handle to unclog the discharge open-
ing.
6. Take all possible precautions when leavingthe unit unattended.
Disengage the collector/impeller, shift into neutral, stop the
engine, and removethe key.
7. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain collec-
tor/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect
spark plugwire and keepaway from plug to prevent accidental
starting.
8. Do not run engine indoors, except when starting engine and
transporting snow thrower in or out of building. Open doors.
Exhaustfumes are dangerous.
9. Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exerciseextreme
caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to
clear steepslopes.
10. Never operate snow thrower without guards, plates, or other
safety protection devices in place.
11. Never operate snow thrower near glass enclosure, automo-
biles, window wells, drop off, etc., without proper adjustments
of snow thrower discharge angle. Keepchildren and petsaway.
12. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow
at too fast a rate.
13. Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slip-
perysurfaces. Look behind and usecarewhen backing.
14. Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front
of unit.
15. Disengage power to collector/impeller when transporting or
not in use.
16. Use only attachments and accessoriesapproved bythe manu-
facturer of snow thrower (such as wheel weights, counter
weights, cabs, etc.).
17. Never operatethe snow thrower without good visibility or light.
Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the
handles. Walk, never run.
18. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not
touch.
:urebefore
)eration or
eyesfrom
_inein any
arts. Keep
singgravel
; or traffic.
move wire
hrowerfor
nd operat-
y, stop the
ion is gen-
MAINTENANCEANDSTORAGE
1. Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, etc., at frequent
intervalsfor propertightnessto be sure equipment is in safe
working condition.
2. Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a
building where ignition sources are present,such as hot water
andspaceheaters, clothes dryers, and the like.Allow engine to
coolbefore storing inany enclosure.
3. Always refer to owner's guide instructionsfor importantdetails
if snow throweristo bestored foran extendedperiod.
4. Run machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent
freeze up of collector/impeller.
5. Check clutch controls periodicallyto verify they engage and
disengage properlyand readjust if necessary.Referto owner's
guide for adjustment instructions.
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
Lay out the hardware according to the illustration for identification purposes. Parts are illustrated approximately
one-half size. Part numbers are shown in parentheses.
(Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.)
AI ATTACHING THE HANDLE ASSEMBLY
Hex Bolts
5/16-18 x 1-3/4" Long
(710-3180)
1_{_ Hex Bolts
(_(_ Lock Washers Handle Tabs
"--_!,J"_'-- 5/16" 1.D. (784-5599)
(_(_ (736-0119)
5/16-18 x 1-1/2" Long
Carriage Bolts _TTT
(710-1250)
5/16" I.D.
Cupped Washers
(736-0242)
Hex Nuts
5/16-18 Thread _"_ _
(712-0267)
CI ATTACHING THE CHUTE CRANK
Flat Washers
3/8" I.D. x 5/8" O.D.
(736-0140)
&
T 5/16",.o.
Cotter Pin Hex Nut
(714-0507)
FI AUGER SHEAR BOLTS
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two hex bolts
and hex insert lock nuts. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam,
the snow thrower is designed so that the hex bolts will shear.
Two replacement hex bolts and nuts are provided for your
convenience. Store in a safe place until needed.
5/16-18 x 5/8" Long
(710-0538) t
Hex Bolt
5/16-18 x 1-1/2"
Long
(710-0442)
Lock Washer
(736-0119)
5/16-18 Thread
(712-0267)
[3_ 5/16-18 Thread
Hex Bolts
@
©©
I I-._.--5/16-18 x
1-1/2" Long
_ (710-0890A)
Hex Lock N(_ts
Sl ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY
(_ _C]_[} Hex Head Screws
[_] I_"_"-..,,, 1/4-20 x 3/4" Lg.
_,.,.__,.,_ _ (710-0851)
TT,_,/'f See note below.
@@ Hex Lock Nuts
(712-3027)
Chute Flange
Keepers
(731-0851 A)
DI ATTACHING THE SHIFT ROD
AND CLUTCH CABLES
[_}_i_( Ferrule Hairpin Clips-_) __)
_(_ Flat Washers
_ ATTACHING THE CLUTCH CABLES
_)_ Hex Nuts (J)
Note: Six of the hex head screws and six of the hex
lock nuts are used to attach the chute flange
keepers to the blower housing. The remaining two
screws are ONLY needed if the snow thrower has
the curved handles.
711-0677) (714-0104) IJ_
5/16" I.D. x 5/8" O.D.
(736-0264)
Spring Washer
5/16" I.D.
(736-0271)
#10-24 Thread
(712-0121)
"Z"-FitUng (R)
(746-0778)
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ASSEMi3LY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT
GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see separate
engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil rec-
ommendations.
NOTE: Reference to right or left side of tl_e snow
thrower is from behind the unit in the ol)erating
position.
L©ck
UNPACKING
1. Remove staples or break glue on the top flaps of
the carton. Remove any loose parts included with
unit (i.e., owner's manual, etc.).
2. Cut along dotted lines and lay end of carton down
flat. Remove packing material.
3. Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly
for loose parts before discarding.
LOOSEPARTSIN CARTON
(1) Right Handle
(1) Left Handle
(1) Handle Panel Assembly
(1) Chute Assembly
(1) Chute Crank Assembly with Mounting Bracket
(1) Shift Rod
(1) Hardware Pack
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) 3/8" Wrench
(2) 1/2" Wrenches*
(2) 7/16" Wrench*
(1) Pair of Pliers
*or Adjustable Wrenches
FIGURE 1.
Hex Bolt
Tab 5/8" Long
Hex
Bolt 1-3/4"
Long
Carriage
Bolt
Cupped
Washer Hex
Place tPe CUPPED
side a!|ainst the
hand lepanel.
Nut
N _TE:
ATTACHINGTHE HANDLEASSEMBLY
(HardwareA)
1. Place right handle in position against the snow
/
-<--_washer. See figure 1. Do not tighten at this time.
-<_and hex nuts as shown in figure 2.
thrower so the flat side of the handle is against
the snow thrower. Secure bottom hole in handle
to snow thrower using hex bolt 5/8" long and lock
2. Place handle tab over the upper hole in handle so
the curve in the handle tab matches the curve in
the handle. Secure to the snow thrower using hex
bolt 1-3/4" long and lock washer. Do not tighten
at this time.
Attach the left handle in the same manner. Do not
.
tighten at this time.
4. Place the handle panel in position between the
handles. Secure with four carriage bolts, cupped
washers (cupped side against the handle panel)
5. Tighten the four hex bolts used to attach the bot-
tom of the handles to the snow thrower frame.
FIGURE 2.
4
FIGURE3.
ChuteAssembly
HexHead
Screw
FlatWasher
HexLockNut
Chute
Flange
Keeper
Lock Washer
Hex Nut
ATTACHINGTHECHUTEASSEMBLY(HardwareB)
1. Grease the chute opening using a multi-purpose
automotive grease or equivalent.
2. Place chute assembly over chute opening, with
the opening in the chute assembly facing the front
of the unit. Place chute flange keepers beneath
lip of chute assembly. Secure with hex head
screws and hex lock nuts as shown in figure 3.
-<_Tighten with two 7/16" wrenches, then back off
1/4 turn to allow easier movement.
NOTE: The two remaining hex head screws and hex
lock nuts are only needed if the snow thrower has the
curved handles.
Hex
Upl
Chute
Crank
Bracket
FIGURE 4.
Lower
Crank
Bracket
FIGURE 5.
Cotter
Pin Lower
Chute Cra
Bracket
FIGURE 6.
Flat
Carriage Bolts
Hex Lock Nuts
Chute
Crank
'Plastic
Bushing
ATTACHINGTHECHUTECRANK(HardwareC)
1. Insert hex bolt 1-1/2" long through the upper
-<_ chute crank bracket. See figure 4.
2. Place the hex bolt into the hole provided in the
left handle. Secure with lock washer and hex nut.
Do not tighten until after attaching the other end
of the chute crank.
3. Loosen the carriage bolts and hex lock nuts
which secure the lower chute crank bracket to the
extension on the left side of the chute assembly.
See figure 5.
4. Place one flat washer on the end of the chute
crank, then insert the end of the crank into the
hole in the plastic bushing in the chute crank
-<----- bracket. See figure 6. Place the other flat washer
on the end of the chute crank, and insert cotter
pin into hole in the end of crank. Secure by bend-
ing the ends of cotter pin in opposite directions.
5. Adjust the chute bracket so that the spiral on the
chute crank fully engages the teeth on the chute
assembly. Tighten the nuts on the lower chute
crank bracket securely. Tighten the hex bolt and
nut on the upper chute crank bracket on the
handle.
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