MTD 31A-32AD752, 31A-32AD706 Owner’s Manual

Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty

OPER roR's

UAL

Two=Stage Snow Thrower m 300 Series

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019

PrintedIn USA FormNo.769-06918

(February1,2011)

ToTheOwner

ThankYou

1

Thank you for purchasing aSnowThrower manufactured by
MTD LLC. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent
performance when properly operated and maintained.

Pleasereadthis entire manual prior to operating the equipment.
It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and
maintain your machine. Pleasebesure that you, and any other
persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the
recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do socould

result in personal injury or property damage.
All information in this manual is relative to the most recent

product information available at the time of printing. Review
this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the unit, its

features and operation. Please be aware that this Operator's
Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various

models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated
in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC

reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and
equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.

Tableof Contents

Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 3

Assembly & Set-Up .................................................. 7

Controls and Features ............................................ 10

Operation ................................................................ 12

Maintenance and Adjustments ............................ 13

If you have any problems or questions concerning the unit,
phone your local authorized MTD service dealer or contact us
directly. MTD's Customer Support telephone numbers, web site

address and mailing address can be found on this page. We want
to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times.

Throughout this manual, all references to fight and left side of the
machine are observed from the operating position

Service ..................................................................... 15

Troubleshooting ..................................................... 17

Replacement Parts ................................................. 18

Warranty ................................................................. 21

Espanol ................................................................... 22

RecordProductinformation

Before setting up and operating your new equipment, please
locate the model plate on the equipment and record the
information in the provided area to the right. You can locate the
model plate by standing at the operator's position and looking

down at the rear of the frame. Thisinformation will be necessary,
should you seek technical support via our web site, Customer
Support Department, or with alocal authorized service dealer.

MODEL NUMBER

D[3D[3D[3D[3D[3D

SERIAL NUMBER

FIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFID

CustomerSupport

Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer or dealer without first contacting our Customer Support Department.

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of
this unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:

0 Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts.com
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ImportantSafeOperationPractices

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!

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components

contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in

this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the

operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands,

toes and feet and throwing foreign objects. Failure to observe the following safety

instructions could result in serious injury or death.

2

Training Preparation

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future and regular reference and for ordering replacement
parts.

2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.
Know how to stop the machine and disengage them

quickly.

3. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand

the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual
and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an

adult.

4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper
instruction.

5. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. Plan
your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge of material

toward roads, bystanders and the like.

6. Keep bystanders, pets and children at least 75 feet from the
machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially

when operating in reverse.

Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used.
Remove all doormats, newspapers, sleds, boards, wires and other

foreign objects, which could be tripped over or thrown by the
auger/impeller.

1. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation
and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect
your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious

injury to the eyes.

2. Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer
garments. Do not wear jewelry, long scarves or other loose

clothing, which could become entangled in moving parts.
Wear footwear which will improve footing on slippery

surfaces.

3. Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and receptacle
for all machines with electric start engines.

4. Adjust auger housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock
surfaces.

5. Disengage all control levers before starting the engine.

6. Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is
running, except where specifically recommended in the
operator's manual.

7. Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature
before starting to clear snow.

SafeHandling of 6asoline

To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care
in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when
gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.

Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

a. Use only an approved gasoline container.
b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other

sources of ignition.
Never fuel machine indoors.

C.

d.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is
hot or running.

e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before

refueling.

f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 1/2

inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for

fuel expansion.
g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and

equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5

minutes before starting the engine.
i. Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light

(e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes

dryer etc.).

j. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before

storing.
k. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck

or trailer bed with a plastic linen Always place

containers on the ground away from your vehicle

before filling.
I. If possible, remove gas-powered equipment from

the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this

is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a

trailer with a portable container, rather than from a

gasoline dispenser nozzle.
m. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel

tank or container opening at all times until fueling is

complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

Operation

1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/
impeller housing or chute assembly. Contact with the
rotating parts can amputate hands and feet.

2. The auger/impeller control lever is a safety device. Never
bypass its operation. Doing so makes the machine unsafe

and may cause personal injury.

3. The control levers must operate easily in both directions
and automatically return to the disengaged position when

released.

4.

Never operate with a missing or damaged chute assembly.
Keep all safety devices in place and working.

5. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless
and deadly gas.

6. Do not operate machine while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.

7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do
not touch. Keep children away.

8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing
gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

9. Exercise caution when changing direction and while
operating on slopes. Do not operate on steep slopes.

10. Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge
towards windows, walls, cars etc. Thus, avoiding possible

property damage or personal injury caused by a ricochet.

11. Never direct discharge at children, bystanders and pets or
allow anyone in front of the machine.

12. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear
snow at too fast of a rate.

13.

Never operate this machine without good visibility or light.
Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the
handles. Walk, never run.

14.

Disengage power to the auger/impeller when transporting
or not in use.

15.

Never operate machine at high transport speeds on
slippery surfaces. Look down and behind and use care
when backing up.

16. If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it

against the engine. Inspect thoroughly for damage. Repair
any damage before starting and operating.

17. Disengage all control levers and stop engine before you
leave the operating position (behind the handles). Wait
until the auger/impeller comes to a complete stop before
unclogging the chute assembly, making any adjustments,

or inspections.

18. Never put your hand in the discharge or collector openings.
Always use the clean-out tool provided to unclog the
discharge opening. Do not unclog chute assembly while

engine is running. Shut off engine and remain behind
handles until all moving parts have stopped before
unclogging.

19. Use only attachments and accessories approved by the
manufacturer (e.g. wheel weights, tire chains, cabs etc.).

20. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance
is felt, then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord

(kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than
you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains

could result.

21.

If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use
care and good judgment. Contact Customer Support for
assistance and the name of your nearest servicing dealer.

4 I SECTION 2 -- IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

ClearingaCloggedDischargeChute

Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge
chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow

throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute.
To clear the chute:

1. SHUTTHE ENGINE OFF!

2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have
stopped rotating.

3. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.

Maintenance & Storage

1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance and
adjustment sections of this manual.

2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine
disengage all control levers and stop the engine. Wait until
the auger/impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect
the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to

prevent unintended starting.

3. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent
intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition.
Also, visually inspect machine for any damage.

4. Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe

operating speed of the engine.

5. Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are subject to
wear and damage. For your safety protection, frequently
check all components and replace with original equipment
manufacturer's (OEM) parts only. "Use of parts which do

not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to
improper performance and compromise safety!"

6. Check control levers periodically to verify they engage
and disengage properly and adjust, if necessary. Refer

to the adjustment section in this operator's manual for
instructions.

7. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.

8. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil,
etc. to protect the environment.

9. Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes to clear snow
from machine and prevent freeze up of auger/impeller.

10. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water

heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.

11. Always refer to the operator's manual for proper
instructions on off-season storage.

12. Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks
or leaks. Replace if necessary.

13. Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.

14.

According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,

or 60 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful
Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized
service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety
systems are working properly and not worn excessively.
Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.

Donotmodify engine

To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any
way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway
engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper
with factory setting of engine governor.

Notice Regarding Emissions

Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)
are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and
may include the following emission control systems: Engine
Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air

Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.

SparkArrestor

internal combustion engine and should not be used
WARNING! This machine is equipped with an

on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush
covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor

meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).

Ifa spark arrestor 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 arrestor 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.

SECTION 2 -- IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES S

SafetySymbols

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine before attempting to assemble and operate.

READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to

assemble and operate

WARNING-- ROTATING BLADES

Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running. There are rotating
blades inside

WARNING-- ROTATING BLADES

Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running. There are rotating
blades inside

WARNING-- ROTATING AUGER

Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/impeller housing or chute

assembly. Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and feet.

WARNING--THROWN OBJECTS
This machine may pick up and throw objects which can cause serious personal injury.

WARNING--GASOLINE ISFLAMMABLE
Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

WARNING-- CARBON MONOXIDE

Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

WARNING-- ELECTRICAL SHOCK

Do not use the engine's electric starter in the rain

WARNING-- HOT SURFACE

Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine

and muffler to cool before touching.

WARNING! 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.

6 I SECTION 2 -- IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS!

Assembly&Set-Up

Contents of Carton

One Snow Thrower
One Snow Thrower Operator's

Manual

Assembly

Setting UpTheHandle

1. Remove cable tie (if present) securing upper handle to
lower handle for shipping purposes. Remove all protective

plastic wrapping from handles.
NOTE: Be careful NOT to remove the two loosely fitted

cable ties that will be utilized later to secure cables.

2.

Loosen and remove the wing knob, saddle washer, handle
tab and carriage screw on each side of the lower handle.
See Fig. 3-1.

Two Replacement Auger Shear Pins
One Product Registration Card

3

One Engine Operator's Manual

Figure 34

3.

Slide one of the loosely fitted cable ties from the right side
of the lower handle up to the cross member of the lower

handle. Leave the second cable tie in place on the right side
of the lower handle. See Fig. 3-3 for reference.

IMPORTANT: It will be necessary to lift the upper handle while
sliding up this cable tie to prevent damage to the cable.

4. Lift the upper handle up and position it over the lower
handle, aligning the holes where the wing knobs were

removed (1).See Fig. 3-2.

CAUTION: Be careful not to bend or kink the cables.

5. Insert a carriage screw from the outside through a handle
tab, the upper and lower handles, a saddle washer and into
the wing knob (2). Repeat on the other side.

6. Tighten the wing knobs on each side of the handle. Refer
to Fig. 3-2.

Figure 3-2
NOTE:The auger cable routes down the left lower handle
and the drive cable is routed across the top of the lower
handle and down the right side of the lower handle. See
Fig. 3-3.

7.

Two cable ties have been used to loosely tie the control
cables to the lower handle, including the cable tie you

relocated in step 3. A push clip is also included on the
lower drive cable. Position cable ties now, as in Fig. 3-3, and

tighten to secure cables to the lower handle. Trim off excess
material of cable ties. If not already installed, push the clip

on the drive cable into the hole in the handle provided as
shown in the left inset below.

F

Drive Cable

Auger Cable

Figure 3=3

Set-Up

TirePressure

ShearPins

A pair of replacement auger shear pins and bow tie cotter pins
are included with your snow thrower. See Fig. 3-4. Store them in

a safe place until needed.

Figure 3-4

ChuteClean-OutT001

The chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the auger
housing with a mounting clip and a cable tie at the factory. Cut

the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. See Fig. 3-5.

manufacturer's recommended psi. Equal tire
WARNING: Under any circumstance do not exceed

pressure should be maintained at all times. Excessive
pressure when seating beads may cause tire/rim

assembly to burst with force sufficient to cause

serious injury. Refer to sidewall of tire for
recommended pressure.

The tires are over-inflated for shipping purposes. Check the tire
pressure before operating the snow thrower. Refer to the tire

side wall for tire manufacturer's recommended psi and deflate
(or inflate) the tires as necessary. Use a manual pump or portable

electric tire inflator to prevent over-inflation.
NEVER USE AN AIR COMPRESSOR

Note: Equal tire pressure is to be maintained at all times for
performance purposes.

Adjustments
SkidShoe

The snow thrower skid shoes are adjusted upward at the factory
for shipping purposes. Adjust them downward, if desired, prior
to operating the snow thrower.

this snow thrower on gravel as it can easily pick up

CAUTION :It is not recommended that you operate

and throw loose gravel, causing personal injury or

damage to the snow thrower and surrounding
property.

For close snow removal on a smooth surface, raise skid
shoes higher on the auger housing.

Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared
is uneven, such as a gravel driveway

NOTE: If you choose to operate the snow thrower on a gravel
surface, keep the skid shoes in position for maximum clearance

between the ground and the shave plate.

Figure 3-5

8 I SECTION3 -- ASSEMBLY& SET-UP

Chute Clean-out Tool

with steel skid shoes may result in damage to

CAUTION: Operating a snow thrower equipped

natural stone paver surfaces (e.g. sandstone,

-- bluestone, limestone). Refer to the Replacement

To adjust the skid shoes:

1. Loosen the four hex nuts (two on each side) and carriage

2. Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is

3. Retighten nuts and bolts securely.

Parts or Attachments & Accessories sections for
information on available polymer skid shoes.

bolts. Move skid shoes to desired position. See Fig. 3-6.

against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes.

DischargeChute

I. Loosen the wing knob on the upper chute, adjust chute

and chute control to desired operating position.

2. Tighten the wing knob on the upper chute making sure the
carriage bolt is correctly positioned. Refer to Fig. 3-7.

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3. While standing in the operator's position (behind the snow
thrower) engage the auger.

4. Allow the auger to remain engaged for approximately 10
seconds before releasing the auger control. Repeat this
several times.

5,

With the engine running in the FASTposition and the
auger control in the disengaged "up" position, walk to the

front of the machine.

6. Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating
and shows NO signs of motion.

NOTE: If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating, immediately
return to the operator's position and shut off the engine. Wait for
all moving parts to stop before adjusting the auger control cable

as follows:

7. Loosen the rear hex screw on the cable adjustment bracket.
See Fig. 3-8.

8. Slide the cable adjustment bracket forward adding a slight

Figure 3=6

amount of slack in the auger cable.

9. Retighten the rear hex bolt.

10. Start engine and verify auger control engages and
disengages properly.

Figure 3-7

AugerControl

Periodic adjustment to the auger control cable may be
required due to normal wear on the belt. Adjustment is needed

immediately if the augers:

a. Continue to turn with the auger control disengaged, or
b. During operation, augers seem to hesitate turning

while the engine maintains speed.

NOTE: Perform the following test before operating the snow
thrower for the first time and at the sta rt of each winter season.

Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows:

1. When the auger control isreleased and in the disengaged
"up" position, the cable should have very little slack, but

should NOTbe tight.

2. Ina well-ventilated area,start the snow thrower engine.
Referto Starting The Engine in the Operation section of the

engine operator's manual, included with the snow thrower.
Make sure the throttle is set in the FASTposition.

Figure 3-8

NOTE: If auger continues to rotate with the control
disengaged, shut off engine and readjust.

11. If during operation, augers seem to hesitate turning while
the engine maintains speed, then the cable is too loose and
the bracket needs to be adjusted rearward, decreasing the

amount of slack to the auger cable. Follow the above steps
to adjust the cable adjustment bracket.

Overtightening may prevent the auger from
WARNING! Do not over-tighten the cable.

disengaging and compromise the safety of the snow

thrower.

SECTION 3 -- ASSEMBLY& SET-UP 9

ControlsandFeatures

Auger

StarterRope

4

S UpperHandle

Drive

Control

Gasoline Cap

Upper Chute

Chute Assembly

Clean-outTool

Auger Shave Plate

Snow thrower controls and features are described below and
illustrated in Fig. 4-1.

Drive Control

Located on the underside of the upper handle, the drive control
is used to engage/disengage wheels. Squeeze the drive control
against the upper handle to engage the wheels; release to
disengage.

Starter Rope

The starter rope is part of the recoil starter and is used to start
the engine.

Auger

When engaged, the auger's rotation draw snow into the auger
housing and throws it out the discharge chute.

ChuteAssembly

Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out of the
chute assembly

Handle

ChuteKnob

SkidShoe

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Figure 4-1

AugerControl

The auger control is adjacent to the upper handle. Squeeze the
auger control against the upper handle to engage the augers;

release to disengage the augers.

IMPORTANT: Refer to the Auger Control information in

the Assembly & Set-Up section prior to operating your snow
thrower. Read and follow all instructions carefully and perform all
adjustments to verify your snow thrower is operating safely and
properly.

ChuteHandle

The direction of snow throwing corresponds to the direction
of the chute opening. Use the chute handle to turn the chute
assembly in the direction you wish to throw the snow.

ChuteKnob

The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by either raising
or lowering the upper chute. Loosen the chute knob on the side
of the upper chute to adjust. Pivot the upper chute to desired
position, and retighten the chute knob.

ShavePlate

The shave plate maintains contact with pavement as the snow
thrower is propelled, allowing snow close to pavement's surface

to be discharged.

SkidShoes

Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions. Adjust
upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward when

operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces.

ChuteAssembly

Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out the chute
assembly.

ChuteClean-OutTool

clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain
WARNING! Never use your hands to clear a

behind handles until all moving parts have stopped
before unclogging.

The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of
the auger housing with a mounting clip. Should snow and ice

become lodged in the chute assembly during operation, proceed
as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening:

1. Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control.

2. Shut off engine as instructed in the engine manual.

3. Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to
the rear of the auger housing.

4. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to
dislodge and scoop any snow and ice which has formed in
and near the chute assembly.

5. Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the
rear of the auger housing, start the snow thrower's engine

as instructed in the engine manual.

While standing in the operator's position (behind the snow
thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any
remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly.

SECTION 4 -- CONTROLS AND FEATURES 11

Operation

Starting TheEngine

Refer to the Operation section of the engine operator's manual
included with the snow thrower.

ToEngageDrive

Move the throttle control into the Fast (rabbit) position.

2.

To engage the drive, squeeze the drive control completely
against the upper handle to engage the wheels. To stop

the forward motion, release the drive control.

ToEngageAugers

1. To engage the augers, squeeze the auger control handle
completely against the upper handle. To stop the augers,

release handle.

ReplacingShearPins

The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear pins
and cotter pins. If the auger should strike a foreign object or ice

jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the pins may shear. If

the augers will not turn, check to see if the pins have sheared.
See Fig. 5-1.

anything other than OEM Part No. 738-04124A

CAUTION: NEVER replace the auger shear pins with

replacement shear pins. Any damage to the auger
gearbox or other components as a result of failing to
do so will NOT be covered by your snow thrower's

warranty.

engine, as instructed in the engine owner's manual

WARNING! Always turn off the snow thrower's

and remove the key prior to replacing shear pins.

Figure 54

Maintenance&Adjustments

Maintenance

GeneralRecommendations

Always observe safety rules when performing any type of
maintenance.

The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items
that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.

To receive full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain the snow thrower as instructed in this manual.

Periodically check all fasteners and hardware to make sure
these are tight.

or inspecting, disengage all controls and stop

i_i WARNING! Before servicing, repairing, lubricating,

Engine

IMPORTANT: Refer to the engine operator's manual included
with the snow thrower for complete oil servicing instructions.

TirePressure

Refer to Setup in the Assembly and Setup section of this manual
for the pressure instructions.

If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the unit may pull to
one side or the other.

CheckV-Belts

Follow instructions below to check condition of drive belts every
50 hours of operation.

1. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by

2_

engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a

complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and
ground it against the engine to prevent unintended
starting. Always wear safety glasses during

operation or while performing any adjustments or
repairs.

removing the self-tapping screw and pressing the plastic
tabs to release the belt cover. See Fig. 7-1 in the Service
section of this manual.

Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or excessively worn out
belts. Replace, if necessary, following instructions in the

Service section of this manual.

ShavePlateandSkidShoes

The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow
thrower are subject to wear. These should be checked
periodically and replaced when necessary.

To replace skid shoes:

1. Remove the carriage bolts and nuts securing each skid shoe
to the auger housing, See Fig. 6-1.

2. Reassemble new skid shoes with hardware just removed.
Make sure the skid shoes are adjusted to be level.

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Note: Augers not shown for clarity. _ j

Figure 6-1

To remove shave plate:

3. Remove both skid shoes and hardware including carriage
bolts and nuts which attach shave plate to the snow
thrower housing. For location of shave plate, see Fig. 6-1.

4. Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of the
carriage bolts are to the inside of the housing.

5. Reinstall skid shoes. Tighten securely.

Off-SeasonStorage

If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer, or if it
is the end of the snow season when the last possibility of snow is

gone, the equipment needs to be stored properly. Follow storage
instructions below to ensure top performance from the snow
thrower for many more years.

1. Store the equipment in a clean, dry area.

2. If storing the snow thrower in an unventilated area,
rustproof the machine using a light oil or silicone to coat

the snow thrower.

3. Clean the exterior of the engine and the snow thrower.

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Preparing TheEngine

IMPORTANT: Refer to the engine operator's manual
included with the snow thrower for complete engine servicing

instructions.

WARNING! Never store the snow thrower with fuel
in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas,

where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or

pilot light ason a furnace, water heater, clothes
dryer orgas appliance.

PreparingTheSnowThrower

1. When storing the snow thrower in an unventilated or
metal storage shed,care should be taken to rustproof the
equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment,
especially any chains, springs, bearings and cables.

2. Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and equipment.

3. Follow lubrication recommendations in the Maintenance
section of this manual.

4. Store equipment in a clean, dry area.

Lubrication

AugerShaft

At least once a season, remove the shear pins from the auger
shaft. Spray lubricant inside the shaft and around the spacers and
the flange bearings found at either end of the shaft.

See Fig. 6-3.

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1. Lubricate pivot points on the auger control and drive
control with a light engine oil once aseason, see Fig. 6-2.

2. Lubricate the auger idler bracket with a light engine oil
once a season. See Fig.6-2.

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Wheels

At least once a season, remove both wheels. Clean and coat the
axles with a multipurpose automotive grease before reinstalling

wheels.

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SECTION 6-- MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS