Yard Machines E645E, 615, E665E, E6A5E User Manual

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Operator’s Manual

Snow Thrower

Models

615, E6A5E,

E645E, E665E

IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.

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 ma y 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.

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-

MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

FORM NO.

770-10025A

(6/99)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Content Page

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

Contents of Hardware Pack...............................................................................5

Assembling Your Snow Thrower........................................................................6

Know Your Snow Thrower .................................................................................10

Operating Your Snow Thrower...........................................................................11

Making Adjustments ..........................................................................................13

Maintaining Your Snow Thrower........................................................................14

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

Off-Season Storage...........................................................................................17

Troubleshooting.................................................................................................18

Parts List............................................................................................................19

FINDING MODEL NUMBER

This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new Snow Thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer.

• You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down at the dash panel. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below.

(Model Number)

CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136

(Serial Number)

MTD PRODUCTS INC

Copy the model number here:

Copy the serial number here:

CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.

Call 1- (330) 220-4MTD (4683) or 1- (800)-800-7310 to reach a Customer Support representative. Please have your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call .

SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

This Warning 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 symbol, heed its warning.

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 seriou s injury . This Snow Thrower 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

• 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 an d 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 ope ration sh ould be al lowed to us e 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.

PREPARATION

• Thoroughl y inspect the area where the equipmen t 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 indo ors, 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 atte mpt to make any adj ustme nts wh ile en gine 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.

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 g ravel driv es, walks, or roads. Sta y 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.

• 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.

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.

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

AVOID INJURY FROM ROTA TING AUGER KEEP HANDS, FEET AND CLOTHING AWAY .

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 DOO R MATS, SLEDS, BOARDS, WIRES AND OTHER FOREIGN OBJECTS

REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR

5. FULL INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Labels Found on Snow Thrower

SECTION 2: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Lay out the hardware according to the illustration for identification purposes. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.)

ATTACHING THE HANDLES

(2) Hex Bolts

5/16-18 x 1-3/4” Long

(710-3180)

(2) Hex Bolts

5/16-18 x 3/4” Long

(710-3008)

ATTACHING THE SPEED SELECTOR PLATE AND SHIFT LEVER

(2) Hex Bolts

1/4-20 x 3/4” lg.

(710-3015)

(2) Handle Tabs

(784-5599)

(4) Lock Washers

5/16” I.D.

(736-0119)

(4) Self-Tapping

Screws

1/4-20 x 1/2” Lg.

(710-0599)

(2) Hex Lock Nuts

1/4” Thread

(712-3027)

ATTACHING THE HANDLE PANEL

(4) Carriage Bolts

5/16-18 x 1-1/2” Long

(710-0262)

(4) Hex Nuts

5/16” Thread

(712-3010)

ATTACHING THE CLUTCH CABLES

(2) “Z” Fitting

(746-0778)

ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY

(4) Lock Washers

5/16” I.D.

(736-0119)

(2) Hex Nuts

#10-24 Thread

(712-0121)

ATTACHING THE CHUTE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL ASSEMBLY

(1) Hair Pin Clip

(714-0104)

(1) Cupped Washer

5/16” I.D.

(736-0242)

AUGER SHEAR BOLTS (SPARES)

(2) Flat Washers

3/8” I.D. x 5/8” O.D.

(2)Hex Nut

5/16” Thread

(712-3010)

(2) Shear Bolts

(710-0890A)

(736-0185)

(6) Hex Lock Nuts

(6) Hex Bolts

1/4-20 x 3/4” Lg.

(710-3015)

(2) Hex Lock Nuts

5/16” Thread

(712-0429)

1/4” Thread

(712-3027)

(3) Chute Flange Keepers

(Not Shown) (731-0851)

SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER

IMPORTANT:

gasoline, and check oil level as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit.

NOTE:

thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position.

After asse mbly , serv ice en gine with

References to right or left side of the snow

Unpacking

• Remove staples or break glue on th e top flaps of the carton. Remove any loose par ts included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.).

• Cut corner’s and lay end of carton down flat. Remove packing material.

• Roll unit out of carton. Che ck carton thoroughly for loose parts before discarding.

Tools r equired for assembly

• Pair of Pliers

• Two adjustable wrenches

Loose parts in carton See Figure 1

A (2) Handles (Right and Left) B (1) Handle Panel Assembly C (1) Speed Selector Plate D (1) Shift Lever E(1)Chute Directional Control Ass’y.

F (1) Chute Assembly

(1) Hardware Pack

Figure 1

Assembling the handles and handle

Carriage Bolts

Lock Washers

Hex Nuts

Clutch Grip

Pivot Rod

Left Handle (A)

Handle Panel Assembly(B)

panel (hardware a and b)

• Raise both clutch grips.

• Lower left and right handles (A) down through handle panel (B) between the pivot rod and the clutch grips and attach using hardware B. See Figure 2.

Lock Washer

Handle Tabs

Hex Bolt

Lock Washer

Figure 4

Attaching speed selector plate and shift lever (hard ware c)

• Assemble the speed selector plate (C) to the outside of the handles as shown in Figure 5. Secure using four self-ta pping scr ews. See Figur e

• Insert the shift lever (D) through slot in the speed selector plate.

Figure 2

• Do not tighten at this time.

• Lay handle panel assembly behind snow thrower. See Figure 3.

Figure 3

• Insert 3/4” long hex bolts and lock washers through bottom holes in handles and bottom holes in snow thrower. Do not tighten.

• Raise handles up until upper holes in handles and upper holes in snow thrower frame line up.

• Secure with 1 3/4” long hex bolts, lock washers and handle tabs. See Figure 4.

NOTE:

The bend in the lever should be towards the operator. Secure shift lever to the shift lever spring using two hex bolts and hex lock nuts. Tighten both bolts finger tight. At this poi nt the shift lever and shift lever spring are not against each other. As you tighten the bolts and nuts with two wrenches they will pull together. See Figure 5.

Speed

Selector

Plate (C)

Shift Lever (D)

Self-Tapping

Screw

Hex Bolts

Shift Lever

Spring

Hex Lock Nuts

Figure 5

• Tighten all hardware assembled to this point.

CLUTCH GRIPS MUST MOVE FREELY.

Attaching the clutch cables (hardw are d)

Hex

Nut

“Z” Fitting

• Thread hex nuts onto the “Z” fittings (see insert,). Insert “Z” fitting into hole in clutch grips. See Figure

Chute

Assembly (F)

Hex Bolt

Hex Lock Nut

Figure 6

• Route the left cable between engine and speed selector plate and then between handle panel and clutch lever pivot rod before threading onto the left “Z” fitting. Assemble the right cable using the same route.

• Correct a djustme nt on cable s is mi nimal slack but not tight. Tighten hex nuts when adjustment is correct.

NOTE:

If the right hand lo ckout cable is not adjusted correctly, the wheels wil l tend to turn. If the left hand lockout cable is not adjus ted correctly, the augers will not stop rotating.

WARNING: There must not be any

tension on either clutch cable with the drive or auger clutch grip in the disengaged (up) position. These clutches are a safety feature, and their function can be overridden if there is tension on either cable with the clutches disengaged.

Attaching the chute assembly (hardwar e e)

• Place chute assembly (F) 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, with the flat side of chute flange keeper facing downward.

• Insert hex bolt up through chute flange keeper and

chute assembly as shown in Figure 7. Secure with hex lock nut. After assembling all three chute flange keepers, tighten all nuts and bolts securely. Do not overtighten.

NOTE:

hand. Tighten with two adjustable wrenches. This type of nut is used where vibration occurs.

Lock nuts cannot be threade d onto a bolt by

Chute Flange

Keeper

Figure 7

Attaching the chute directional cont rol (hardware f)

• Loosen the two hex nuts which secure the chute directional control bracket (see Figure 8) to the snow thrower housing.

Hex Nuts

Chute Directional Control Bracket

Figure 8

• Place one flat washer over the end of the chute directional control, then insert the end of the control into the hole in the plastic bushing in the chute directional control bracket. See Figure 9. Place second flat washer on chute directional control, and secure with hairpin clip.

Flat

Washers

Hairpin Clip

Chute Directional Control

Bracket

Figure 9

Chute Directional

Control

Cup Side

Crown

Side

Left

Handle

Hex Nut

2” of

Threads

Eyebolt

Hex Nut

Cupped Washer

Lamp Wire

Alternator Lead

Right Handle

• Thread one hex nut onto the eyebolt on the chute directional control assembly until there is at least two inches of threads showing between the nut and the head of the eyebolt. See Figure 10.

Figure 10

• Place the eyebolt into the hole located half way up the left handle. Secure with cupped washer (cupped side against the handle, see insert, Figure

10) and hex nut.

• Adjust the chute directional control support bracket (see Figure 9) so that the spiral on the chute directional control fully engages the teeth on the chute assembly. Tighten the nuts on the chute directional control bracket securely. Tighten the hex nuts on the eyebolt.

• Check to make sure all nuts and bolts on the control panel and all four bolts which secure the handles to the frame are tight.

Lamp wiring (Models E645 and E665 only)

Wrap the wire from the lamp down the right handle until the wire can be plugged into the alternator lead wire under the fuel tank . Be sure the lamp wire does not interfere with the movement of any controls or cables.

Figure 11

Final assembly and adjustments Auger control clutch

To check the adjustment of the auger control 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 shoul d be straight. Make certain you can de press th e auger contr ol clutch grip against the left handle completely. If necessary, loosen the hex lock nut and thread the cable in (for less slack) or out (for more slack) as necessary. Refer to Figure 12. Recheck the adjustment. Tighten the lock nut against the cable when correct adjustment is reached.

“Z” Fitting

Hex Nut

Cable

Figure 12

Tr action control clutch an d shift lever adjustment

To check the adjustm ent of the traction control clutch and shift lever, move the shift le ver all the way ove r to fifth (5) position. With the traction control lever released, push the snow thrower forward. The unit should move forwar d freely. Then engage the tract ion control clutch grip. The wheels should stop turning. Now release the tr action control clutch grip, and push the unit again. Move the shift lever back to the fast reverse position, then all the way over again. There should be no resi stance in the sh ift lever, and the and the wheels should keep turning If you have resis tance when moving the shift lever or the wheels stop when t hey should not, loos en the jam nut on the traction control cable and unthread the cable one turn. If the wheels do not stop when you engage the traction contr ol clutch grip, loosen the jam nut on the traction control cab le and thread the cable in one turn. Recheck the adjustment and repeat as necessary. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached.

NOTE:

correct adjustment, refer to the Adjustment section.

If you are uncertai n that you have rea ched the

Adjusting the skid shoes

The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. For close snow removal on a smooth surface, lower the skid shoes into a low position on the auger housing.

Use a middle or higher position when the 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.

Tire pressure

The tires are over inflated for shipping purposes. Check tire pressure and reduce to 15 to 20 psi. Refer to tire sidewalls for recommended tire pressure.

NOTE:

unit may pull to one side or the other.

If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the

Skid Shoe

Hex

Carriage

Figure 13

Nuts

Bolts

High Position

Low Position

SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR SNOWTHROWER

Shift lever

The shift lever is located below the handle panel . The shift lever may be moved into one of seven posi tions. Run engine with throttle in the fast position. Use the shift lever to determine ground speed. See Figure 14.

Forward—one of five speeds. Position number one (1) is the slowest. Position number five (5) is the fastest. Reverse—two reverse speeds; R1 and R2. R2 is the faster reverse speed.

Auger Control Clutch

Traction Control Clutch

Auger control clutch

The auger control clutch is located on the left handle. Squeeze the clutch grip to engage the augers. Release to stop the snow throwing action. See Figure

14.

Traction control clutch

The traction control clutch is located on the right handle. Squeeze the traction control clutch to engage the wheel drive. Release to stop. See Figure 14.

Chute directional control

The chute directional control is located on left hand side of the snow thrower. See Figure 14. To change the direction in whi ch snow is thrown, turn chute directional control as follows:

•Crank clockwise to discharge to the left.

•Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.

Chute Directional

Control

Shift Lever

Figure 14

Throttle control

The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine. See Figure 15.

Safety ignition key

Switch

Spark

Plug

Box

Starter Button

Rope Starter

Handle

Ignition

Key

Choke

Primer

Throttle Control

(Optional)

The ignition key must be inserted in the switch befo re the unit will star t. Remove the ignition key when snow thrower is not in use. See Figure 15.

Fuel cutoff valv e

The fuel cutoff valve, located under the fuel tank, controls fuel flow from tank.

SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER

When connecting the power cord, always connect cord to starter on engine first, then plug the othe r end into a three-hole grounded receptacle. When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug the end from the three-hole grounded receptacle first.

Starting engine

Closed

Open

Figure 15

Gas and oil fill-up

Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the s eparate engine manual packed with your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.

WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors,

with engine running or while engine is hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.

Electric starter (optional)

WARNING: The opt ional electri c starter is equip ped

with a three-wire power cord and plug, and is designed to operate on 120 vol t AC household current. It must be properly grounded at all times to avoid the possibility o f electric shock which may be in jurious to the operator. Follow all instructions carefully. Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire grounded system. As k a licens ed electricia n if you a re not certain. If your house wiring s ystem is not a threewire grounded system , do not use this electric starter under any condit ions. If your system is grounded and a three-hole receptacle is not available at the point your starter will normally be used, one should be installed by a licensed electrician.

IMPORTAN T:

augers) with the clutch grips disengaged, shut engine

off immediately. Readjust as instructed in the “Final Adjustments” section of the Assembly Instructions.

Metal Loop

on Spark

Plug Wire

• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug. See Figure 16.

• Make certain the fuel shut-off valve is in the open (vertical) position.

• Make certain the auger control and traction control clutch grips are in the disengaged (released) position.

• Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert ignition key into slot. See Figure 15. Be certain it snaps into place. Do not turn key.

• Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold engine star t).

• If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position instead of FULL.

• Connect power cord to switch box on engine. Plug the other end of power cord into a three-hole, grounded 120 volt AC receptacle.

• Recoil Start Only: Push primer button two or three times. If engine is warm, push primer button once only. See Figure 15.

If unit shows any sign of motion (drive or

Rubber Boot

Figure 16

NOTE:

pushing. Additional prim ing may be necessary for first start if temperature is below 15

• Electric Start: Push starter button on top of the

• Recoil Start: Grasp starter handle (see Figure 15)

• Repeat step 9 until engine starts. If engine fails to

• As engine warms up and begins to operate evenly,

Always cover ve nt hole in primer button when

engine to crank the engine. When engine starts, release starter button.

and pull rope out slowly, until it pulls slightly harder. Let rope rewind slowly. Pull starter handle rapidly. Do not allow handle to snap back. Allow it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle.

start, repeat steps 8 and 9 until engine starts. rotate choke knob slowly to OFF position. If engine

falters, return to FULL choke, then slowly move to OFF position.

Stopping engine

• Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine.

• To help prevent possible freeze-up of starter, proceed as follows.

Electric Starter: Connect power cor d to switc h box on engine, then to 120 volt AC receptacle. With the engine running, push starter button and spin the starter for several s econds. The unusual sound made by spinning the starter will not harm engine or starter. Disconnect the power cord from receptacle first, and then from switch box. Recoil Starter: With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four times. Pulling the starter rope will produce a loud clattering sound, whi ch is not har mful to the en gine or starter.

• To stop engine, remove the ignition key. Do not turn key. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended.

NOTE:

Engine will not start without the ignition key.

• Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor

Do not lose ignition key. Keep it in a safe place.

cover in the area of the control levers. Also, move control levers back and forth several times. Leave throttle control lever in the STOP or OFF position. Leave choke control in the FULL choke position.

To engage drive

• With the engine running near top speed, move shift lever into one of the five FORWARD positions or two REVERSE positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions that exist. Use the slower speeds until you are familiar with the operation of th e snow thro wer.

• Squeeze the auger clutch grip and the augers will turn. Release it and the augers will stop.

• Squeeze the drive clutch grip and the snow thrower will move. Release it and drive motion will stop.

• NEVER move shift lever without releasing drive clutch.

To engage augers

To engage the augers and start the snow throwing action, squeeze the auger clutch grip against the left handle. Release to stop the augers.

Tire chains (optional equipmen t)

Tire chains should be us ed whenever extra traction is needed.

Operating tips

NOTE:

as the engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.

• For most efficient snow removal, remove snow

• Discharge snow downwind whenever possible.

• Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the scraper bar for

• Be certain to follow the precautions listed under ‘‘To

• Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.

Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes

WARNING: Temperature of muffler and

surrounding areas may exceed 150 degrees Fahrenheit. Avoid these areas.

immediately after it falls. Slightly overlap each previous swath. normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted

upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward when using on gravel or crushed rock.

Stop Engine’’ to prevent possible freeze-up.

SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS

Friction Wheel

Gear Shaft

Drive Plate

WARNING: NEVER attempt to clean

chute or make any adjustments while engine is running.

Chute assembly adjustment

The distance snow is thrown can be controlled by adjusting the angle of the top section of the chute assembly.

Skid shoe ad justment

The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. Refer to the Final Assembly and Adjustments section.

Tr action control clutch adjustment

Refer to the Final Assembly and Adjustments section to adjust the traction control clutch. If you are uncertain that you have reached the correct adjustment, the adjustment can be physi cally checked as follows.

• With the snow thrower tipped forward (be certain to drain the oil and gasoline or drain the oil and place plastic film under the gas cap if the snow thrower has already been operated), remove the frame cover underneath the snow thrower by removing six self-tapping screws.

• With the traction control clutch released, there must be clearance between the friction wheel and the drive plate in all positions of the shift lever. With the traction control clutched engaged, the friction wheel must contact the drive plate. See Figure 17.

• If adjustment is necessary, loosen the lock nut on the traction control cable and thread the cable in or out as necessary. Tighten the lock nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached. Reassemble the frame cover.

NOTE:

certain to remove it.

If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be

Auger clutch adjustment

To adjust the auger clutch, refer to Final Assembly and Adjustments section.

Carburetor adjustment

WARNING: If any adjustments are made

to the engine while the engine is running (e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all moving parts. Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler.

Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude and load. Refer to the separate engine m anual pac ked with yo ur unit for carburetor adjustment information.

Drive wheels

The wheels may be adjuste d for two diff erent methods of operation. The adjustment is made by placing the klick pins in one of two diffe rent hol es on the r ight s ide of the unit. See Figure 18.

• One Wheel Driving—On the right side of the unit, place klick pin in the outside axle hole only. Do not place pin through wheel hub. This position gives power drive to the left wheel only, making the unit easier to maneuver.

• Both Whe els Dr iving— Rotat e whee l asse mbly t o align hole in hub with inner hole on axle shaft. Insert klick pin in hole. Outer axle shaft hole should be visible. See Figure 18.

Klick Pin in Hub

and Inner

Hole

Axle

Hole

Figure 17

Outside

Hole in Axle

Figure 18

SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER

Oil Bearings

or Spray Lubricant

Axle

Klick

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug

wire and ground against the engine before performing any repairs or maintenance.

Engine

Refer to engine manual for engine lubrication instructions.

WARNING: When following instruct-

ions in separate engine manual for draining oil, be sure to protect frame to avoid oil dripping onto transmission

parts.

Wheels

Oil or spray lubrica nt into bearings at wheels at le ast once a season. Pull klick pin, remove wheels, clean and coat axles with a m ultipu rpos e automo tive grea se . See Figure 19.

Auger shaft

Remove shear bolts on auger shaft. Oil or spray lubricant inside shaft. See Figure 20.

Shear Bolts

Bearings

Figure 20

Bearings

Gear shaft

Lubricate the gear shaft with a good all-weather multipurpose light grease at least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation.

IMPORTAN T:

wheel and drive plate.

Keep all grease and oil off of the friction

Figure 19

Chute directional contr ol

The worm gear on the chute direction cr ank should be greased with multipurpose automotive grease.

Drive and shifting mechanism

Remove rear cover. Oil any chains, sprockets, gear s, bearings, shafts, and shi fting mecha nism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a spray lubricant. Avoid getting oil on rubb er friction wheel and aluminum drive plate.

Gear case

The worm gear case has been filled with grea se at the factory. If disassembled for any reason, lubricate with 2 ounces of Shel l Alva nia grease EPR0 0, part n umber 737-0168. Before reassembling, remove old sealant

and apply “Loctite 5699” or equivalent.

IMPORTANT:

the seals could result. Be sure the vent plug is free of grease in order to relieve pressure.

Do not overfill the gear case. Damage to

SECTION 8: SERVICE

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug

wire and ground against the engine before performing any repairs or maintenance.

Engine

Refer to separate engine manual for all engine maintenance procedures.

Augers

The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear bolts and hex loc k n uts . S ee Figu re 20. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the bolts will shear. If the augers will not turn, check to see if the bolts have sheared. A repla cement shear bolt and hex lock nut have been pr ovided with the snow thr ower. When replacing bolts, spra y an oil lubricant into shaft befo re inserting new bolts.

Shave plate and skid shoes

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

• To remove skid shoes, remove the four c arriage bolts, cupped washers and hex nuts which attach them to the snow thrower. Reassemble new skid shoes with the four carriage bolts, cupped washers (cu pped s ide go es aga inst skid shoes) and hex nuts.

• To remove shave plate, remove the carriage bolts, cupped washers and hex nuts which attach it to the snow thrower housing. Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of the carriage b olts are to the inside of the housing. Tighten securely.

Belt removal and r eplacement

WARNING: Remove the spark plug wire

from the spark plug and ground. Drain gasoline from the fuel tank, or place a piece of plastic film underneath the gas

cap to prevent gasoline from leaking.

Auger belts

• Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self-tapping screws. See Figure 21.

Self-Tapping

Drive Belt

Screws

Engine Pulley

Front

Auger

Belt

Cover

Figure 21

• Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plas tic un der t he ga s cap.

• Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rest on the housing.

• Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower.

• Roll the front and rear auger belts off the engine pulley. See Figure 22.

NOTE:

• Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the

5.0 HP model has only one auger belt.

auger housing. See Figure 23.

Rear Auger

Belt

Idler

Pulley

Engine Pulley

Idler

Pulley

Figure 22

• Unhook the support bracket spring from the frame.

Friction Wheel

Assembly

Frame

Auger

Belt

Auger Pulley

Idler

Spring

Auger

Housing

Support Bracket

Spring

Support Bracket

Gear Shaft

NOTE:

It may be necessary to loos en the six nuts tha t connect the frame to the auger housing to aid in belt removal.

• Lift the rear auger belt from the auger pulley, and

slip belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley. See Figure 22. Repeat this step for the front auger belt.

• Replace both auger control belts by following

instructions in reverse order.

Figure 23

Drive belt

• Follow step s 1 throug h 4 of previo us instr uctions .

• Pull idler pulley up, and lift belt off engine pulley and

friction wheel disc. See Figure 22.

• Using an adjus tabl e wr ench, loos en th e nut on t he

stop bolt until the support bracket rest on the auger pulley. See Figure 24.

• Slip belt between friction wheel and friction wheel

disc. See Figure 24. Remove and replace belt. Reassemble, following the instructions in reverse order.

NOTE:

after the new belt has been assembled. See Figure 24.

The support bracket must res t on the stop bolt

Friction

Wheel

Disc

Stop Bolt

Friction Wheel

Drive Belt

Support Bracket

Figure 24

Changing the friction wheel rubber

The rubber on the friction wheel is subjec t to wear and should be checked after 25 hours of operation, and periodically thereafter. Replace the friction wheel rubber if any signs of wear or cracking are found.

• Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plas tic un der t he ga s cap.

• Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it rest on the housing.

• Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower.

• Remove the klick pins which secure the wheels, and remove the wheels from the axle.

• Using an adjustable wrench to hold the shaft, loosen, but do not completely remove, the hex nut and bell washer on the left end of gear shaft. See Figure 25.

• Lightly tap the hex nut to dislodge the ball bearing from the right side of the frame. Remove the hex nut and bell washer from the left end of shaft.

• Slide the gear shaft to the right, then slide the friction wheel assembly from the shaft.

• Remove the six screws from the friction wheel assembly (three from each side). Remove the friction wheel rubber from between the friction wheel plate.

• Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the friction wheel assemb ly, tight ening the s ix screws in rotation and with equal force.

• Slide fri ctio n whee l asse mbly b ack on to t he gea r shaft. Be sure to align the pin on the shift rod with the hole in the f rictio n wheel asse mbly. See Figure

23. Reassemble in reverse order.

Figure 25

Hex Nut

Bell Washer

SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Warning: Never store engine with fuel

in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an

open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.

• If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare engine for storage as instructed in the separate engine manual included with your unit.

• Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and equipment.

• Follow lubrication recommendations in section 9.

• Store in a clean, dry area.

NOTE:

an unventilated or metal sto rage shed, care should be taken to rust proof the equipment. Using a ligh t oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, springs, bearings and cables.

When storing any typ e of power equipment in

SECTION 10: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action

Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.

Blocked fuel line. Choke not in ON position Faulty spark plug. Key not in switch on engine. Spark plug wire disconnected. Primer button not depressed. Fuel shut-off valve closed (if so equipped). Improper gasoline and oil mixture.

Engine runs erratic Unit running on CHOKE.

Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. Water or dirt in fuel system.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

Loss of power Spark plug wire loose.

Gas cap vent hole plugged. Exhaust port plugged.

Engine overheats Carburetor not adjusted

properly.

Excessive vibration Loose parts or damaged

auger.

Unit fails to propel itself

Unit fails to discharge snow

Incorrect adjustment of drive cable. Drive belt loose or damaged. Discharge chute clogge d.

Foreign object lodged in auger. Incorrect adjustment of drive cable. Drive belt loose or damaged.

Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used. Clean fuel line. Move switch to ON position Clean, adjust gap or replace. Insert key. Connect spark plug wire.

Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit. Open fuel shut-off va lve .

Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit. Move choke lever to OFF posi tion.

Clean fuel line; fill tank wi th clean fresh g asoli ne. Fue l will not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabi lizer is used . Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit or have carburetor adjusted by an authorized service d ealer. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. Remove ice and snow from cap. Be certain vent hole is clear. Clean-see Maintenance section of engine manual. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit or have carburetor adjusted by an authorized service d ealer. Stop engine immediately and disconne ct spark plug wire. T ighten all bolts and nuts. Make all necessary repairs. If vibration continues, have unit serviced by an authorized service dealer. Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual. Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance section of this manual. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Clean discharge chute and inside of auger housing. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove object from auger. Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual. Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance section of this manual.

Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer.

SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR MODELS 615E THROUGH E665E

REF.

NO.

1 618-0123 Housing—R.H. 2 710-0642 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x .75

3 711-1020 Spiral Axle 22" 4 714-0161 Key

5 715-0143 Pin-Spiral 6 717-0526 Shaft-Worm 7 717-0528 Gear-Worm 8 718-0186 Collar-Thrust

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

618-0124 Housing—L.H.

711-0908 Spiral Axle 24"

REF.

NO.

9 721-0325 Plug 10 721-0327 Seal-Oil 11 736-0351 Washer-Flat 12 736-0369 Washer-Flat 13 736-0445 Washer-Flat 14 737-0168 Grease 15 741-0662 Bearing-Flange 16 741-0663 Bearing-Flange 17 618-0152 Ass’y. Complete 22"

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

618-0120 Ass’y. Complete 24"

Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E

REF.

NO.

1 705-5234 Clutch Lever Assembly - RH 2 705-5233 Clutch Lever Assembly - LH 3 720-0274 Grip 4 784-5717 Control Panel Assembly (615,

5 735-0199A Bumper Rubber 6 749-0910B Handle RH 7 749-0911B Handle LH 8 629-0058 Light Harness †

9 731-1500 Pivot Rod Cover 10 747-0984 Pivot Rod 11 746-0778 “Z” Fitting 12 712-0121 Hex Nut 13 746-0897 Auger Clutch Cable 14 746-0898 Drive Clutch Cable 15 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 16 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 17 750-1053 Spacer 18 726-0135 Nut Cap 19 710-0262 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5 20 726-0100 Push Rod Cap 21 720-0201A Chute Crank Knob 22 715-0138 Roll Pin 23 705-5204A Chute Crank Assembly 24 736-0242 Bell Washer .340 ID x .873 OD 25 747-0697 Eyebolt 26 735-0234 Rubber Grommet 27 720-0223 Grip

† Models E645 and E665

PART NO.

DESCRIPTION

E6A5E)

784-5718 Control Panel Assembly (E645, E665)

REF.

NO.

28 705-5265 Speed Selector Plate (1 Rev) 29 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .625 †

30 710-1003 Hex Washer Screw #10 16 x .625 † 31 710-0599 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .50 32 712-0415 Hex Nut † 33 725-1300 Headlight 18 Watt † 34 731-1317 Headlight Cover † 35 747-0904 Shift Lever 36 710-3015 Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 x .75 37 712-3027 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20 38 732-0733 Shift Lever Support 39 710-0788 Hex Washer 40 784-5599 Handle Tab 41 710-3180 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1.75 42 710-3008 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x .75 43 736-0185 Flat Washer 3/8 ID x .738 OD 44 714-0104 Cotter Pin 45 712-0429 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 46 736-0159 Washer 5/16 47 731-0921 Upper Chute 48 720-0284 Knob 5/16-18 49 710-0276 Carriage Screw 5/16-18 x 1.0 50 710-0451 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75 51 731-1300A Lower Chute 52 712-3027 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20 53 731-0851A Chute Flange Keeper 54 710-3015 Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 x .75

PART NO.

DESCRIPTION

705-5231 Speed Selector Plate (2 Rev)

Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E

REF.

NO.

1 712-0116 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24

2 756-0178 Flat Idler

3 784-5632 Auger Idler Arm

4 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50

5 738-0281 Shoulder Screw

6 736-0174 Wave Washer

7 732-0611 Extension Spring

8 712-3068 Hex Nut 5/16-18

9 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 10 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 11 05931 Housing 12 741-0309 Ball Bearing 13 710-0451 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 14 705-5226 Reinforcement Chute 15 684-0052 22” Housing Assembly

16 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 17 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 18 736-0242 Bell Washer 19 741-0475 Bushing 20 784-5647 Chute Crank Bracket 21 731-1379 Chute Adapter 22 712-0324 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20 23 736-0463 Flat Washer 24 710-0451 Carriage Bolt

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

684-0039A 24” Housing Assembly

REF.

NO.

25 710-0703 Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x .75 26 710-0604 Hex Washer Screw 5/16-18 27 736-0169 Lock Washer 3/8 28 712-0798 Hex Nut 3/8-16 29 710-0451 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75 30 784-5580 Snow Shoe 31 736-0242 Bell Washer 32 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 33 784-5576 22” Shave Plate

34 710-0260 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .62 35 684-0065 Impeller Assembly 36 715-0114 Pin 37 618-0152 22” Gear Assembly

38 605-5252 Spiral 22” RH 39 736-0188 Flat Washer

40 741-0493A Flange Bushing 41 605-5253 Spiral 22” LH

42 710-0890A Shear Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5 43 712-0429 Lock Nut 5/16-18 44 741-0245 Hex Flange Bearing 45 784-5618 Bearing Housing

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

784-5581A 24” Shave Plate

618-0120 24” Gear Assembly 605-5188 Spiral 24” RH

605-5189 Spiral 24” LH

Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E

Drive Clutch Cable

Auger Clutch Cable

16” Wheels

13” or 15” Wheels

Blower Housing

Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E

REF.

NO.

1 710-1652 Hex Screw 2 784-5688 Drive Cable Guide Bracket 3 784-5687A Auger Clutch Cable Bracket 4 756-0625 Roller Cable 5 738-0924 Hex Screw 1/4-28 6 684-0030 Frame Assembly 7 741-0563 Ball Bearing 8 736-0105 Bell Washer 9 712-0116 Lock Jam Nut

10 741-0598 Hex Flange Bearing

11 736-0188 Flat Washer 12 784-5689A Front Support Guide Bracket 13 710-0538 Lock Hex Screw 14 736-0242 Bell Washer .340 ID x .872 OD 15 714-0474 Cotter Pin 16 736-0160 Flat Washer .536 ID x .930 OD 17 710-0788 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 18 784-5590 Frame Shift Bracket 19 784-5638 Frame Cover 20 710-0599 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 21 736-0351 Flat Washer .760 ID x .50 OD

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

REF.

NO.

22 717-1445 Gear 23 714-0126 Key 24 717-1444 7-Tooth Shaft 25 715-0249 Roll Pin 26 714-0143 Klik Pin 27 684-0042B Friction Wheel Assembly 28 656-0012A Friction Disc Wheel 29 684 -001 3B Wheel Shift Rod Assembly 30 746-0897 Drive Cable 31 748-0190 Spacer 32 684-0021 Friction Wheel Bracket Assembly 33 732-0264 Extension Spring 34 712-0711 J am Nut 3/8-24 35 746-0898 Drive Cable 36 738-0869 Axle 13” Wheels

37 784-5617A Friction Plate 38 735-0243 Friction Wheel Rubber 39 718-0301A Friction Wheel Hub 40 618-0063 Friction Wheel Bearing

P ART

NO. DESCRIPTION

738-0830 Axle 16” Wheels

WHEEL ASSEMBLIES

MODEL NO. SIZE REF. NO. 1

WHEEL ASS’Y

COMPLETE

615 13 x 4 634-0114 734-1732 734-0255 734-1713 714-0143

E6A5E 13 x 5 734-1714 734-1527 734-0255 734-1713 714-0143

E645 13 x 5 734-1714 734-1527 734-0255 734-1713 714-0143 E665 13 x 5 734-17 14 734-1527 734-0255 734-1713 714-0143

REF. NO. 2

TIRE

ONL Y

REF. NO. 3

AIR

VALVE

REF. NO. 4

RIM

ONL Y

REF. NO. 5

SLEEVE

BEARING (2)

Model 615

IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts. V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely.

REF.

NO.

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

1 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x.5 2 731-1324 Belt Cover 3 732-0339 Extension Spring 4 710-0627 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75 5 710-3005 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 6 05896A Drive Clutch Bracket 7 748-0234 Shoulder Spacer 8 756-0985 Pulley Half

9 754-0343 V-Belt 10 756-0984 Pulley Half 11 736-0270 Bell Washer 12 710-0230 Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x .50 13 756-0313 Flat Idler

REF.

NO.

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

14 710-1245 Lock Cap Screw 5/16-24 15 712-0181 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-16 16 756-0569 Pulley Half 17 736-0242 Bell Washer 18 736-0505 Flat Washer 19 736-0507 Washer 20 754-0430A Belt 21 756-0967 Auger Pulley 22 736-0247 Flat Washer 23 736-0331 Bell Washer 24 710-0696 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 25 748-0360 Pulley 26 710-0654A Hex Washer Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0

Models E6A5E, E645E and E665E

REF.

NO.

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

1 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .50 2 731-1324 Belt Cover 3 732-0710 Extensio n Spring 4 710-0627 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75 5 710-3005 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 6 05896A Drive Clutch Idler Bracket 7 748-0234 Shoulder Spacer 8 756-0987 Pulley Half

9 754-0346 V-Belt 10 756-0986 Pulley Half 11 736-0270 Bell Washer 12 710-0230 Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x .50 13 756-0313 Flat Idler 14 710-1245 Lock Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24

REF.

NO.

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

15 712-0181 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-16 16 756-0569 Pulley Half 17 736-0242 Bell Washer 18 736-0505 Flat Washer 19 754-0430A Belt 20 756-0967 Auger Pulley 21 736-0247 Flat Washer 3/8 x 1.25 OD 22 736-0331 Bell Washer 23 710-0696 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 24 748-0360 Adapter Pulley 25 710-0654A Hex Scre w 3/8- 16 x 1.0 26 629-0071 Extension Cord 27 OEM-390-987 Electric Start

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD

PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories.

MTD warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s Manual furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water or damage because of other peril or na tura l di sa ste r. Damage resulting from the installation or use of any accessory or attachment not approved by MTD Products Inc. for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damages.

Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to separate terms as follows: All normal wear part or component failures will be covered on the product for a period of 90 days regardless of cause. After 90 days, but within the two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered ONLY IF caused by defects in material or workmanship of OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and components include, but are not limited to, belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, shave plates and tires. Batteries are covered by a 90-day limited replacement warranty.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. To locate the dealer in your area, please check for a listing in the Yellow Pages or contact the Customer Service Department of MTD PRODUCTS INC by calling 1-800-800-7310 or writ ing to P.O. Box 368022, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. No product returned directly to the factory will be accepted unless prior written permission has been extended by the Customer Service Department of MTD PRODUCTS INC.

This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases:

a.The engine or component parts thereof. These items

carry a separate manufacturer’s warranty. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer’s warranty on these items.

b.Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters,

blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck adjustments; and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure.

c. Log splitter pumps, valves and cylinders have a sepa-

rate one year warranty.

d.MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold

or exported outside of the U nited States of A merica, its possessions and territories, except those sold through MTD’s authorized channels of export distribution.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other express warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral, except as mentioned above, given by any person or entity , i nclu ding a dea ler or retailer, with respect to any product shall bind MTD. During the period of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above. (Some states do not

allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.)

The provisions as set forth in this W arran ty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales. MTD shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damages including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services, for transportation or for related expenses, or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion or limita-

tion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.)

In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase p rice of the prod uct so ld. Alte ration of the safety features of the product shall void this Warranty. You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and their property arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use the product.

This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser, original lessee or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift.

How State Law Relates to this Warranty: This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Yard Machines E645E, 615, E665E, E6A5E User Manual

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