White Outdoor Single-Stage Snow Thrower User Manual
Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Single-Stage Snow Thrower
IMPORTANT
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-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 361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 769-02571
6/ 06 /2006
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble,
DEALER LOCATOR PHONE NUMBER:
800-949-4483
MTD LLC
P. O. BOX
361131
CLEVELAND,OH
44136
www.whiteoutdoor.com
prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Table of Contents
Safety Labels ........................................... p. 3
Safe Operation Practices ....................... p. 4
Setting Up Your Snow Thrower .............. p. 6
Know Your Snow Thrower ...................... p. 7
Operating Your Snow Thrower ............... p. 8
Adjustments & Maintenance ................ p. 10
Finding and Recording Model Number
BEFORE ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,
please locate the model plate on the equipment and
copy the information to the sample model plate provided to the right. You can locate the model plate by
standing at the operating position and looking down
at the rear of the deck. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site, to obtain
assistance from the Customer Support Department,
or when contacting an authorized service dealer.
Off-Season Storage .............................. p. 12
Troubleshooting .................................... p. 13
Parts List ...............................................p. 14
Accessories & Kits ............................... p. 18
Notes ...................................................... p. 19
Warranty .....................................Back Cover
Model Number Serial Number
Customer Support
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. To reach a local White Outdoor dealer or
retailer, visit www.whiteoutdoor.com or call our Dealer Locator line at 1-800-949-4483.
Engine Information
The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regard to performance, power-rating,
specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual
packed separately with your unit for more information.
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Safety
FOR TURNING,
NOT LIFTING
DANGER
NEVER PUT HAND IN CHUTE. CONTACT WITH
ROTATING PARTS CAN AMPUTATE FINGERS
AND HANDS.
SHUT OFF ENGINE AND WAIT UNTIL AL L
MOVING PARTS HA VE STOPPED BEFORE
UNCLOGGING.
USE CLEAN-OUT TOOL OR WOODEN
UNCLOG DISCHARGE CHUTE.
STICK TO
1.
KEEP AWAY FRO M RO TATING AUG ER
CONTACT WITH AUGER CAN AMPU TATE
HAN DS AND FEE T.
DISENGAGE CLUTCH LEVERS, STOP ENGINE,
2.
AND REMAIN BEHIND HANDLES UNTIL ALL
MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED BEFORE
UNCLOGGING OR SERVICING MACHINE .
TO AVOID THROWN OBJECTS INJURIES ,
3.
NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT BYSTANDERS.
USE EXTRA CAUTION WHEN OPERATING ON
GRAVEL SURFACES.
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL.
4.
Labels
AND CLOTHING AWAY.
KE EP H AN DS , F EET
ROTATI NG A U GE R AVOID INJU RY FR OM
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!
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.
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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.
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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!
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.
DANGER: This machine 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. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Training
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 old to operate this
machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and
understand the operation instructions and safety rules in
this manual and should be trained and supervised by a
parent.
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, helpers, pets and children at least 75 feet
from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
7. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially
when operating in reverse.
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and receptacle
for all units with electric start engines.
5. Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed
rock surfaces.
6. Disengage all control levers before star ting the engine.
7. Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is
running, except where specifically recommended in the
operator’s manual.
8. Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature
before starting to clear snow.
9. 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.
c. Never fuel machine indoors.
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 refuel-
ing.
f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ 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 equip-
ment. 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 dr yer etc.).
j. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
Preparation
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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.
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 operat-
ing on 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 transpor t 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 dis-
charge 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. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual,
use care and good judgment. Contact your local authorized
service dealer.
Maintenance & Storage
1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance and adjust-
ment sections of this manual.
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine disen-
gage 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) par ts only. “Use of parts which do
not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to
improper per formance and compromise safety !”
6. Check controls 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 neces-
sary.
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.
Do not modify 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) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.
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.
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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 IT’S 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.
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3
Snow
Thrower
Setup
NOTE:
This Operator’s Manual
covers several models.
Snow thrower features
vary by model. Not
all features discussed
in this manual are
applicable to all snow
thrower models.
NOTE:
All references to left
or right side of the
snow thrower is
from the operating
position only.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use the
chute handle to lift
the snow thrower.
Chute Handle
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2
Figure 3-1
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Figure 3-2
NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models.
Snow thrower features vary by model. Not all features
discussed in this manual are applicable to all snow
thrower models.
NOTE: All references to left or right side of the snow
thrower is from the operating position only
Contents of Carton
Carton contents are listed below with part numbers in
parentheses.
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1. Two Ignition Keys (725-0201)
2. 20 oz. Bottle 5-30W Oil (737-0209)
3. Extension Cord (if so equipped) (629-0071)
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug
wire and ground it against the engine to
prevent unintended starting.
Positioning the Upper Handle
NOTE: Remove packing material, if present.
1. Making sure not to pinch the cable in the process,
pivot the upper handle into the operating position as
illustrated in Figure 3-1 until it clicks into place.
2. Tighten the wing knobs to secure the handle in place
as in Figure 3-1.
Assembling the Discharge Chute
For shipping reasons, the snow thrower has been
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packaged with the upper chute pivoted all the way down.
To pivot it upward, proceed as follows:
NOTE: Turn the chute until the chute opening is facing
straight ahead.
1. Remove the wing knob, flat washer and carriage bolt
from the lower chute. See Figure 3-2.
2. Pivot the upper chute upward over the lip on the lower
chute so that there is NO gap between the upper
chute and the lower chute.
3. Re-secure with the hardware just removed. If installed
correctly, your snow thrower should look like Figure
3-3.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the chute handle to lift the
snow thrower
Figure 3-3
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