MTD L-Style manual Chute Clean-Out Tool, Operating Tips, Drift Cutters on models so equipped

•Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating and shows NO signs of motion.

IMPORTANT: If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating, immediately return to the operator’s position and shut off the engine. Wait for ALL moving parts to stop before re-adjusting the auger control.

•To readjust the control cable, loosen the hex jam nut on the auger control cable “Z” fitting.

•Rotate the coupling end of the cable counterclockwise to provide more slack.

•Retighten the hex jam nut. See Figure 1.

•Repeat Auger Control Test to verify proper adjustment has been achieved.

Z Fitting

Hex Nut

Cable Should

Be Straight

Figure 1

Chute Clean-Out Tool

The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip. Should snow and ice become lodged in the chute assembly during operation, proceed as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening:

•Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control.

•Stop the engine by moving the throttle control to the stop position.

•Remove the clean-out tool from the mounting clip.

•Use the 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 clear a clogged chute. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped. Use the clean-out tool or a stick to unclog.

•Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing, and restart the engine.

•While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow thrower), engage the auger control for a

few seconds to clear any remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly.

Drift Cutters (on models so equipped)

Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow thrower in heavy drift conditions.

On models so equipped, drift cutters are assembled to the auger housing inverted. Remove the carriage bolts by unthreading the hex nuts which secure them, and reinstall the drift cutters in their proper position before operating the snow thrower. See Figure 2.

Drift

Cutter

Carriage Screws /

Hex Nuts

Figure 2

If your unit is not equipped with drift cutters, contact Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for information regarding price and availability.

Snow Thrower Model	Drift Cutter Kit
All models	OEM-390-679

Tire Chains (on models so equipped)

Tire chains should be used whenever extra traction is needed. If your unit is not equipped with tire chains, contact Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for information regarding price and availability.

Operating Tips

NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after starting. The engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.

WARNING: The muffler, engine and surrounding areas become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

•Discharge snow downwind whenever possible.

•Slightly overlap each previous swath.

•Set the skid shoes 1/4” below the scraper bar for normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward when using on gravel or crushed rock.

•Avoid possible starter freeze-up. Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.

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