MTD 31AE6GLF722, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ... 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 ...

Page 2: ... 361131 CLEVELAND OH 44136 330 228 4683 _ www rntuprouucts com 888 888 7318 Copy the model number here Copy the serial number here CUSTOMER SUPPORT Please doNOTreturnthe unit to the retailer fromwhereit waspurchased withoutfirst contactingCustomerSupport If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek he...

Page 3: ...d become entangled in moving parts Wear footwear which will improve footing on slippery surfaces 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 o...

Page 4: ...inthedischarge orcollector openings Always usetheclean out toolprovided to unclog thedischarge opening Donotunclog chute assembly whileengine isrunning Shutoffengine andremain behind handles untilallmoving parts have stopped before unclogging 19 Useonlyattachments andaccessories approved bythemanufacturer e g wheel weights tire chains cabsetc 20 Ifsituations occurwhich arenotcovered inthis manual ...

Page 5: ...mission 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 SAFETY LABELS FOUND ONYOUR SNOWTHROWER 1 KEEPAWAY FROMROTATING IMPELLER ANDAUGER CONTACT WITHIMPELLER OR AUGER CAN AMPUTATE HANDS ANDFEET 2 USECLEAN OUT TOOLTOUNCLOG DISCHA...

Page 6: ...ify your snow thrower is operating safely and properly 1 Observe the lower rear area of the snow thrower to be sure both cables are aligned with roller guides before pivoting the handle upward 2 Secure the upper shift rod to the lower shift rod by sliding the connector sleeve downward Secure the handle by tightening the plastic wing knob located on both the left and right sides of the handle Remov...

Page 7: ...ier CAUTION Prior to operating your snow thrower refer to Auger Centrel Teston page 11 Read and follow all instructions carefully and perform all adjustments to verify your snow thrower is operating safely and properly NOTE Before starting the engine make certain the chute cables are not resting against the engine s muffler Tire Pressure Before operating check tire pressure and reduce pressure in ...

Page 8: ...ny of eight positions to control the direction of travel and ground speed t Forward There are six forward F speeds Position one 1 is the slowest and U position six 6 is the fastest Reverse _ 2 There are two reverse R speeds One is the slower and two 2 is the faster F 1 1 Gas Cap Unthread the gas cap to add gasoline to the fuel tank R1 R2 Choke Control The choke control is found on the rear of the ...

Page 9: ...er use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging The chute clean out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing with a mounting clip The tool is designed to clear a clogged chute assembly Refer to Operating YourSnow Throwersection for more detailed information regarding the chute clean out tool...

Page 10: ... at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock Follow all instructions carefully prior to operating the electric starter WARNING If your home electrical system is grounded but a three hole receptacle is not available do not use your snow thrower s electric starter If you have a grounded three prong receptacle proceed as follows Plug the extension cord into the outlet located on the engin...

Page 11: ... control inthe Fast rabbit position move shift lever into one of the six forward F positions or two reverse R positions Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions and a pace you re comfortable with IMPORTANT Use the slower speeds until you are comfortable and familiar with the operation of the snow thrower Squeeze the drive control against the handle the snow thrower will move Release it a...

Page 12: ...he shovel shaped end of the clean out tool to dislodge and scoop any snow and ice which has formed in and near the chute assembly _ WARNING Never use your hands to clean snow and ice from the chute assembly or auger housing Refasten the clean out tool to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing reinsert the ignition key and start the snow thrower s engine While standing in the operator s...

Page 13: ...ition and remove the hairpin clip which secures the ferrule to the shift lever 2 Rotate the shift arm clockwise as far as it will go 3 Thread the ferrule up or down the shift rod until it aligns with the hole in the shift lever Resecure the ferrule with the hairpin clip removed earlier AugerControl Refer to Auger Control Teston Page 11 to adjust the auger control Tire Pressure Before operating che...

Page 14: ...ariesbymodel The space between the skid shoes and the ground can be adjusted See Figure 3 For close snow removal on a smooth surface raise skid shoes higher on the auger housing Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared is uneven such as a gravel driveway CAUTION Loose gravel can be picked up and thrown by the auger causing injury to the operator and bystanders and or damage to th...

Page 15: ...east once a season remove the shear pins on auger shaft Spray lubricant inside shaft around the spacers Also lubricate the flange bearings found at either end of the shaft See Figure 6 Shear Pin Spacers Bearing Figure 6 GearCase The auger gear case has been filled with grease at the factory If disassembled for any reason lubricate with two ounces of grease Part Number 737 0168 IMPORTANT Do not ove...

Page 16: ...rame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing four self tapping screws which secure it 3 Roll the auger belt off the engine pulley 4 Unhook the support bracket spring from the frame Loosen and remove the shoulder screw which acts as a belt keeper Remove the belt from around the auger pulley and slip the belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley Reassemble auger belt by ...

Page 17: ...ard so that it rests on the auger housing 2 Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing four self tapping screws which secure it 3 a Grasp the idler pulley and pivot it toward the right b Insert a screw driverthrough aligning holes in both the idler bracket and the engine c Roll the auger belt off the engine pulley d Lift the drive belt off engine pulley 4 Slip the dr...

Page 18: ...ghtly tap the shaft s end to dislodge the ball bearing from the right side of the frame 2 a Slide the hex shaft downward and to the left while carefully un meshing the lower gears on the hex shaft from the upper gears on the wheel axle b Set the hex shaft s gears aside c Carefully remove the inner E ring from the hex shaft and slide the friction wheel assembly off the hex shaft NOTE If you re repl...

Page 19: ...n prior to draining fuel Fuel left in engine for extended period deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems If unit is to be stored over 30 days prepare for storage as follows Remove gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction of engine Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine stops due to lack of fuel...

Page 20: ... adjust gap or replace Insert key into ignition switch Connect spark plug wire Refer to the Tecumseh engine manual or Startingthe Engineon page 10 of this manual for instructions on the engine primer Move choke control to OFF position Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Fuel will not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel Refer...

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Page 22: ...SECTION 9 PARTS LIST 4O 16 7 22 13 47 17 2O 12 14 27 29 34 2 15 22 ...

Page 23: ... x 22 REF NO 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 5O 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 PART NO 736 0262 738 04122 738 04125 746 0778 747 04348 750 0963 790 00130 790 00140 710 0449 710 0726 720 0284 736 0451 749 04138 749 04141 749 04142 712 04063 726 0135 732 04205 790 00156 747 04257 731 04864 712 0161 684 04116 790 00131 710 04187 712 04082 738 04133 753 04864 753 04866 753 0...

Page 24: ...StyleL 48 9 18 j 51 4O 38 31 29_ 26f 13 69 4 39 7 17 23 22 5 A 34 14 32 8 35b 35a 7 l 3O 53 56 49 54 62 65 66 64 0 47 10 21 52 24 ...

Page 25: ... 68 Cable Guide Chute Tilt 69 Support Tube Chute 70 Cable Bracket Cables not included REF NO 41 42 PART NO 784 5599 618 04171 618 04172 618 04173 618 04165 684 04069 684 04071 684 04073 684 04063 684 04107 684 04108 731 04870 736 0188 629 0071 721 0179 741 0493A 790 00120 790 00121 790 00118 790 00119 790 00087 719 0319 719 0320 741 0661A 717 0528A 736 0351 714 0161 715 04021 721 0325 711 04285 71...

Page 26: ...StyleL 13 33 58 53 57 47 4O 51 36 3 22 48 56 24 41 17 50 49 43 55 14 4 52 58 16 Z_ 1 12 15 14 10 26 19 32 9 38 31 28 37 2O 25 26 ...

Page 27: ...Cable Auger 44 75 Cable Drive 41 75 Spacer 508 ID x 75 OD x 68 39 4O 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 5O 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 790 00055 710 0191 710 0597 710 0654A 710 1245B 712 04064 731 04792 732 0710 736 0247 736 0505 741 0919 748 0234 748 04053 750 04230 750 04303 754 04050 754 0456 756 04109 756 04113 756 04114 790 00062 790 00010 790 00011 710 0896 618 04169 718 04070 73...

Page 28: ... adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer e f g MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States its possessions and territories except those sold through MTD s authorized channels of export distribution Replacement parts that are not genuine M...