MTD E740, E760 User Manual
O
PERATOR’S
M
ANUAL
MODELS
E740
E760
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester 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 arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 770-8752A
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
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 YOUR SNOW THROWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH
THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOLHEED ITS WARNING.
WARNING:
The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
DANGER:
Your snow thrower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in
this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator
can result in serious injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious injury to
yourself or others.
1. TRAINING
• Read this operator's manual carefully in its entirety
before attempting to assemble or operate this
machine. Be completely familiar with the controls
and the proper use of this machine before
operating it. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future and regular reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate
a snow thrower. Children 14 years old and over
should only operate snow thrower under close
parental supervision. Only persons well acquainted
with these rules of safe operation should be
allowed to use your snow thrower.
• No one should operate this unit while intoxicated
or while taking medication that impairs the senses
or reactions.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
especially small children and pets.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating in reverse.
2. PREPARATION
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used and remove all door mats, sleds,
boards, wires and other foreign objects.
• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting engine.
• Do not operate equipment without wearing
adequate winter outer garments. Do not wear
jewelry, long scarfs or other loose clothing which
could become entangled in moving parts. Wear
footwear which will improve footing on slippery
surfaces.
• Before working with gasoline, extinguish all
cigarettes and other sources of ignition. Check the
fuel before starting the engine. Gasoline is an
extremely flammable fuel. Do not fill the gasoline
tank indoors, while the engine is running, or until
engine has been allowed to cool at least two
minutes. Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe
off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine
as it may cause a fire or explosion.
• Use a grounded three wire plug-in for all units with
electric drive motors or electric starting motors.
• Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or
crushed rock surface.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while
engine is running (except where specifically
recommended by manufacturer).
• Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor
temperature before starting to clear snow.
• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation or while performing an adjustment or
repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that
may be thrown from the machine in any direction.
3. OPERATION
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of discharge opening and auger
at all times.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert
for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry
passengers.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove wire from spark plug, and thoroughly
inspect the snow thrower for any damage. Repair
the damage before restarting and operating the
snow thrower.
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• If the snow thrower should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine and check
immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a
warning of trouble.
• Stop engine whenever you leave the operating
position, before 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 opening.
• Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit
unattended. Disengage the collector/impeller, shift
into neutral, stop the engine, and remove the key.
• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain collector/impeller and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep
away from plug to prevent accidental starting.
• Do not run engine indoors, except when starting
engine and transporting snow thrower in or out of
building. Open doors. Exhaust fumes are
dangerous.
• Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.
• Never operate snow thrower without guards,
plates, or other safety protection devices in place.
• Never operate snow thrower near glass enclosure,
automobiles, window wells, drop off, etc., without
proper adjustments of snow thrower discharge
angle. Keep children and pets away.
• Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to
clear snow at too fast a rate.
• Never operate the machine at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use
care when backing.
• Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow
anyone in front of unit.
• Disengage power to collector/impeller when
transporting or not in use.
• Use only attachments and accessories approved
by the manufacturer of snow thrower (such as
wheel weights, counter weights, cabs, etc.).
• Never operate the snow thrower without good
visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing
and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, never
run.
• Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.
4. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, etc., at
frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank
inside a building where ignition sources are
present, such as hot water and space heaters,
clothes dryers, and the like. Allow engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.
• Always refer to operator's manual instructions for
important details if snow thrower is to be stored for
an extended period.
• Run machine a few minutes after throwing snow to
prevent freeze up of collector/impeller.
• Check clutch controls periodically to verify they
engage and disengage properly and readjust if
necessary. Refer to operator's manual for
adjustment instructions.
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.
Safety labels found on your snow thrower.
AND CLOTHING A WA Y .
KEEP HANDS, FEET
ROTATING A UGER AV OID INJUR Y FROM
1.
2.
3.
4.
DANGER
5.
W ARNING
STOP ENGINE BEFORE REMOVING
DEBRIS AND SERVICING UNIT
KEEP CLEAR OF IMPELLER WHILE
ENGINE IS RUNNING
NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT
BYSTANDERS OR WINDOWS OR
ALLOW ANYONE IN FRONT OF
UNIT
THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA
WHERE THE EQUIPMENT IS TO BE
USED AND REMOVE ALL DOOR
MATS, SLEDS, BOARDS, WIRES AND
OTHER FOREIGN OBJECTS
REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR
FULL INSTRUCTIONS
3396MW
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SECTION 2: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER
This Operators Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and
maintain your snow thrower. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you start to prepare your snow thrower for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the
information from it in this Operators Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need
help from your dealer or the MTD customer support department.
• Every snow thrower has a model plate. You can locate it by standing behind the unit in the operating
position and looking down at the dash panel.
• The model plate will look like Figure 1.
This is where your model number will be.
XXX-X-XXX-X-XXX XXXXXXXXXXX
This is where your serial number will be.
Copy the model number here:
MTD PRODUCTS INC
CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136
Copy the serial number here:
Figure 1
SECTION 3: CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT
If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any question regarding the controls,
operation or maintenance of this snow thrower, please call the Customer Support Department. You can
reach them by calling:
1-800-800-7310
Before you call, make sure that you have both your model and serial number ready. By having the model and
serial number ready, you help the Customer Support Representative give you faster service. To find your
units model and serial number, see SECTION 2: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER.
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SECTION 4: 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.)
ATTACHING THE HANDLE ASSEMBLY
A
ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY
B
Hex Bolts
5/16-18 x 1-3/4" Long
(710-3180)
Hex Bolts
5/16-18 x 3/4" Long
(710-3008)
Lock Washer s
5/16" I.D.
(736-0119)
Carriage Bolts
5/16-18 x 1-1/2" Long
(710-0262)
Cupped Washers
5/16" I.D.
(736-0242)
Hex Nuts
5/16-18 Thread
(712-3010)
ATTACHING THE CHUTE CRANK
C
Flat Washers
3/8" I.D. x 5/8" O.D.
(736-0185)
5/16-18 x 1-1/2"
Hex Bolt
Long
(710-0442)
Handle T abs
(784-5599)
Hex Lock Nuts
1/4-20 Thread
(712-3027)
ATTACHING THE SHIFT ROD
D
AND CLUTCH CABLES
Ferrule
(711-0677)
Flat Washers
5/16" I.D. x 5/8" O.D.
(736-0264)
Hex Bolts
1/4-20 x 3/4" Long
(710-3015)
Chute Flange
Keepers
(731-0851A)
Hairpin Clips
(714-0104)
Lock Washer
5/16" I.D.
(736-0119)
Hairpin Clip
(714-0104)
AUGER SHEAR BOLTS
F
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear bolts
and hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow
thrower is designed so that the bolts will shear. Two replacement shear bolts and nuts are provided for your convenience.
Store in a safe place until needed.
Hex Nut
5/16-18 Thread
(712-3010)
Shear Bolts
5/16-18 x
1-1/2" Long
(710-0890A)
Hex Lock Nuts
5/16-18 Thread
(712-0429)
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A TT ACHING THE TRACK CONTROLS
G
Track Control Triggers
SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Reference to right or left side of the snow
thrower can be determined from behind the unit
in the operating position.
Left
Handle
Handle
Tab
Hex
Bolt 1-3/4"
Long
Flat
Figure 2
Figure 3
Handle Panel
Carriage
Bolt
Figure 4
Hex Bolt
3/4" Long
Cupped
Washer
NOTE:
Place the cupped
side against the
handle panel.
Right
Handle
Lock
Washers
Hex
Nut
UNPACKING
1. Remove staples or break glue on the top flaps of
2. Cut along dotted lines and lay end of carton
3. Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly
4. Lay out the hardware according to the illustration
Tools Required for Assembly:
(1) 3/8" Wrench or Adjustable
(2) 7/16" Wrenches or Adjustable
(1) 1/2" Wrench or Adjustable
(1) Pair of Pliers
(1) Phillips Screwdriver
Loose Parts in Carton:
(1) Handle Panel (1) Chute Crank Assembly
(1) Chute Assembly (1) Shift Rod
(1) Right Handle (1) Hardware Pack
(1) Left Handle
ATTACHING THE HANDLE ASSEMBLY
(Hardware A)
1. Stretch out control cables and place on the floor
2. Identify left and right handles as shown in figure
3. Place right handle in position with flat side
4. Place handle tab over the upper hole in handle,
5. Attach the left handle in the same manner. Do
6. Place the handle panel in position between the
7. Secure the right side of the handle panel by
8. Secure the left side of the handle panel in the
9. Tighten the four hex bolts which attach the
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the carton. Remove any loose parts included
with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.).
down flat. Remove packing material.
for loose parts.
on page 5 for identification purposes.
behind unit.
2. The flats on the lower part of handles will be
placed against the snow thrower housing.
against the snow thrower. Secure bottom hole in
handle to snow thrower using hex bolt 3/4" long
and lock washer. See figure 3. Do not tighten at
this time.
so the curve in the handle tab matches the curve
in the handle. Secure to the snow thrower using
1-3/4" hex bolt and lock washer. Do not tighten
at this time.
not tighten at this time.
handles. To hold the handle panel in place,
engage both clutch grips (hold them against the
handles). Now release the left hand grip, and it
will remain against the handle. Keep holding the
right hand clutch grip. See figure 4.
inserting carriage bolt through handle and handle
panel (must go through both the plastic and
metal parts of the handle panel). Secure with
cupped washer (cupped side against the handle
panel) and hex nut. Repeat using another
carriage bolt, cupped washer and hex nut.
same manner.
bottom of the handles to the snow thrower frame.
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Hex Bolt
Upper
Chute
Crank
Bracket
Figure 5
Lock Washer
Hex Nut
Chute Assembly
Hex Bolt
Hex Lock Nut
Chute Flange
Keeper
ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY
(Hardware B)
1. Place chute assembly over chute opening, with
the opening in the chute assembly facing the
front of the unit.
2. Place chute flange keepers beneath lip of chute
assembly with the flat side down.
3. Insert hex bolt up through chute flange keeper
and chute assembly as shown in figure 5.
Secure with hex lock nut.
4. After assembling all three chute flange keepers,
tighten all nuts and bolts. Do not overtighten
hardware as it will restrict movement of the
discharge chute.
ATTACHING THE CHUTE CRANK
(Hardware C)
1. Insert hex bolt through the upper chute crank
bracket. See figure 6.
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.
Lower
Chute
Crank
Bracket
Hairpin Clip
Flat
Washers
Lower
Chute
Crank
Bracket
Figure 6
Carriage Bolts
Hex Lock Nuts
Figure 7
Figure 8
Chute
Crank
Plastic
Bushing
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 7.
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 lower chute
crank bracket. See figure 8. Place the other flat
washer on the end of the chute crank, and
insert hairpin clip into hole in the end of crank.
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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IMPORTANT: Attach the shift rod and clutch cables as follows. THEN CHECK THE ADJUSTMENTS AS
INSTRUCTED, AND MAKE ANY FINAL ADJUSTMENTS NECESSARY BEFORE
SNOW THROWER. Failure to follow the instructions may cause damage to the snow thrower.
OPERATING YOUR
ATTACHING THE SHIFT ROD
Traction
Drive
Clutch
Hairpin
Clip
Upper
Hole in
Shift
Lever
Flat
Washer
Shift Lever
Ferrule
Figure 9
“Z” End
Hex Jam
Nut
Flat
Washer
Shift
Rod
Shift
Arm
Assembly
Hairpin
Clip
(Hardware D)
1. Place the shift lever (on the handle panel) in the
sixth (6) speed position (all the way forward).
2. Place the bent end of the shift rod into the hole
in the shift arm assembly. See figure 9. Secure
with flat washer and hairpin clip.
3. Start threading the ferrule onto the other end of
the shift rod. Push down on the shift rod (and
shift arm assembly) as far as it will go.
4. Thread the ferrule onto the shift rod until the
ferrule lines up with the upper hole in the shift
lever (beneath the handle panel). Insert the
ferrule into the upper hole in the shift lever from
the left side when adjustment is correct. Secure
with flat washer and hairpin clip.
Make certain to check for correct adjustment of the
shift rod as instructed in the Final Adjustment
section before operating the snow thrower.
ATTACHING THE CLUTCH CABLES
The “Z” end of the clutch cables are hooked into the
clutch grips on each handle. Attach cables as
follows.
1. Thread the hex jam nuts all the way up the
threaded portion of the “Z” ends of the clutch
cables.
2. Make certain each cable is in groove of cable
roller guides. Place the clutch grip in the raised
(up) position.
3. Thread the cable onto the threaded portion of
the “Z” and until there is no slack in the cable,
but the cable is NOT tight. Do not overtighten
cable. See figure 10.
Cable
is Straight
Figure 10
Right
Track
Control
Figure 11
WARNING:
there is tension on the cable with the
clutch grip released, the safety features of
the snow thrower may be overridden.
4. When correct adjustment is reached, tighten the
hex jam nut against the bottom portion of the
cable to lock it in position.
If cable is tightened so
A TT ACHING THE TRA CK CONTR OLS
(Hardware G)
1. Remove the screw from the top of the right
hand track control. Be careful not to lose the flat
weld nut that is inside the control.
2. Place the right track control in position
underneath the right handle. Secure with screw
just removed. See figure 11.
3. Secure the left track control in the same manner.
4. Attach track control cable to track control
handle by inserting cable ball into slot on track
control handle. Pull cable down and up until it
snaps into front of track control handle. Repeat
on other side.
5. Secure the track control cables to the inside of
the lower handle using the cable ties provided.
Pull the cable ties tight, and trim the excess
ends of the cable ties. See figure 12.
Track Cable
Shift
Arm
Assembly
Figure 12
Handle
Cable Tie
FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
Auger Drive Clutch
To check the adjustment of the auger drive clutch,
push forward on the left hand clutch grip (depress
the rubber bumper). There should be slack in the
cable. Release the clutch grip. The cable should be
straight. Make certain you can depress the auger
drive clutch grip against the left handle completely.
If necessary, loosen the hex jam nut and thread the
cable in (for less slack) or out (for more slack) as
necessary. Refer to figure 10. Recheck the
adjustment. Tighten the hex jam nut against the
cable when correct adjustment is reached.
Traction Drive Clutch and Shift Lever Adjustment
To check the adjustment of the traction drive clutch
and shift lever, move the track lock lever to the
transport position (see figure 15) and the shift lever
all the way forward to sixth (6) position. With the
traction drive clutch released, push the snow
thrower forward to check that the tracks turn.
NOTE:
thrower backward, then forward, to start the tracks
turning.
Engage the traction drive clutch and push the snow
thrower. The tracks should not turn. Release the traction drive clutch and make sure the tracks again turn.
It may be necessary to “rock” the snow
Move the shift lever back to the fast reverse position,
then all the way forward again. There should be no
resistance in movement of shift lever.
If you have resistance when moving the shift lever or
you are unable to turn the tracks by pushing the sno w
thrower, loosen the lock nut on the traction drive
cable and unthread the cable one turn. If y ou are ab le
to turn the tracks when you engage the traction drive
clutch grip, loosen the lock nut on the traction drive
cable and thread the cable in one turn. Recheck and
repeat adjustment as necessary. Tighten the lock nut
to secure the cable when correct adjustment is
reached.
NOTE:
the correct adjustment, refer to the Adjustment
section on page 13.
Skid Shoe Adjustment
The space between the shave plate and the ground
can be adjusted. For close snow removal, place
skid shoes in the low position. Use middle or high
position when area to be cleared is uneven. See
figure 13.
Adjust skid shoes by loosening the four hex nuts
and carriage bolts and moving skid shoes to desired
position. Make certain the entire bottom surface of
skid shoe is against the ground to avoid uneven
wear on the skid shoes. Retighten nuts and bolts
securely.
It is not recommended that you operate this snow
thrower on gravel as loose gravel can be easily
picked up and thrown by the auger causing an injury
or damage to the snow thrower. If you do wish to
use the snow thrower on gravel, refer to “Track Lock
Lever” instructions in the Control section.
If you are uncertain that you have reached
Skid
Shoe
Hex Nuts
Carriage Bolts
Figure 13
Low Position
High Position
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