Yard-Man Style L, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...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 simi...

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Page 3: ...hich 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...

Page 4: ...stments or inspections 18 Never put your hand in the discharge or collector openings Always use the clean out tool provided to unclog the discharge opening Do not unclog chute assembly while engine is...

Page 5: ...Engine Modification EM and Three Way Catalyst TWC if so equipped SAFETY LABELS FOUND ON YOUR SNOW THROWER DANGER NEVER PUT HAND IN CHUTE CONTACT WITH ROTATING PARTS CAN AMPUTATE FINGERS AND HANDS SHU...

Page 6: ...y 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...

Page 7: ...er CAUTION Prior to operating your snow thrower refer to Auger Control Test on page 11 Read and follow all instructions carefully and perform all adjustments to verify your snow thrower is operating s...

Page 8: ...ster Gas Cap Unthread the gas cap to add gasoline to the fuel tank Choke Control The choke control is found on the rear of the engine and is activated by rotating the knob clockwise Activating the cho...

Page 9: ...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 Your Snow Thrower section for more d...

Page 10: ...e 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...

Page 11: ...o Engage Drive With the throttle control in the 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 conditi...

Page 12: ...ch 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...

Page 13: ...on 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...

Page 14: ...e varies by model 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 l...

Page 15: ...least 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 Figure 6 Gear...

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 Lo...

Page 17: ...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 towar...

Page 18: ...ame and lightly 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...

Page 19: ...ion 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 gaso...

Page 20: ...stabilizer is used Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel Refer to the Tecumseh engine manual Loss of power Spark plug wire loose Gas cap vent hole plugged Exhaust port plugged Connect and tighten spa...

Page 21: ...21 NOTES...

Page 22: ...22 19 1 17 47 9 48 3 25 15 8 28 35 40 5 30 21 10 7 22 13 18 16 26 4 24 6 41 15 2 49 55 53 54 52 51 50 36 43 44 45 42 37 38 46 11 31 32 14 33 23 29 27 12 34 39 20 SECTION 9 PARTS LIST...

Page 23: ...Rubber 62 OD x 22 27 736 0262 Washer Flat 385 x 870 x 092 28 738 04122 Screw Shoulder 437 x 1 345 1 4 20 29 738 04125 Screw Shoulder 374 Dia x 1 05 30 746 0778 Z Fitting Cable 31 747 04284 Rod Shift...

Page 24: ...45 55 56 57 49 42 58 44 50 10 21 20 46 47 52 62 64 66 63 65 59 67 68 60 7 51 4 2 9 43 69 8 6 5 13 37 26 28 29 22 6 24 12 7 15 19 25 34 14 23 3 9 17 31 38 1 48 40 7 7 27 33 36 39 30 41 32 4 7 35a 9 18...

Page 25: ...ket Cables not included 41 784 5599 Tab Handle 42 618 04171 Gearbox Assembly Auger 24 618 04172 Gearbox Assembly Auger 26 618 04173 Gearbox Assembly Auger 28 618 04165 Gearbox Assembly Auger 30 43 684...

Page 26: ...48 56 58 7 52 7 46 49 59 44 43 54 50 17 41 55 58 42 36 32 35 34 9 28 19 18 30 20 24 7 29 13 33 23 11 5 22 3 24 15 21 24 6 1 16 12 14 2 14 10 4 38 9 9 28 31 9 37 8 20 25 7 26 27 39 9 4 65 61 63 62 64 6...

Page 27: ...e 38 790 00054 Cover Frame 39 790 00055 Roller Bracket Drive Cable 40 710 0191 Screw 3 8 24 x 1 25 Gr8 41 710 0597 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 00 Gr5 42 710 0654A Screw Sems 3 8 16 x 1 00 43 710 1245B Screw 5 16...

Page 28: ...justments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer e MTD does not extend any warranty for products...