MTD E740F manual Attaching Control Cables, Attaching Track Controls, Auger Control Adjustment

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Make certain to check for correct adjustment of the shift rod as instructed in the Final Adjustment section before operating the snow thrower.

Attaching Control Cables

The Z-end of the control cables are hooked into the control grips on each handle. Attach cables as follows:

Thread the hex jam nuts all the way up the threaded portion of the Z-ends of the control cables.

Make certain each cable is in groove of cable roller guides. Place the control grip in the raised position.

Thread the cable onto the threaded portion of the Z- end until there is no slack in the cable, making sure cable is straight. Do not overtighten cable.

See Figure 8.

When correct adjustment is reached, tighten the hex jam nut against the bottom portion of the cable to lock it in position.

Auger

 

Control

 

Hex Jam

 

Nut

Z-End

 

Make Sure

 

Cable is Straight

 

Figure 8

WARNING: If cable is tighten so there is tension on the cable with the control grip released, the safety features of the snow thrower may be overridden.

Attaching Track Controls

(Use Hardware F)

Remove the screw from the top of the right hand track control. Be careful not to lose the flat weld nut that is inside the control.

Place the right track control in position underneath the right handle. Secure with screw previously removed. See Figure 9.

Secure the left track control in the same manner.

Attach track control cable to track control handle by inserting cable ball into slot on track control handle. Pull cable down and up until it snaps into front of track control handle. Repeat on other side.

Screw

Right Track

Control

Figure 9

Secure the track control cables to the inside of the lower handle using the cable ties provided. Pull the cable ties tight and trim the excess ends of the cable ties. See Figure 10.

Handle

Cable Ties

Figure 10

FINAL ADJUSTMENTS

Auger Control Adjustment

Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows:

Push forward on the auger control until the small rubber bumper contacts the upper handle. There should be slack in the cable. See Figure 8.

Release the auger control. The cable should be straight. Make certain you can depress the auger

control against the left handle completely. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

Loosen the jam nut and thread the cable in (for less slack) or out (for more slack) as necessary. See Figure 8.

Recheck the adjustment before retightening the jam nut against the cable.

Skid Shoe Adjustment

The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted by repositioning the skid shoes found on either side of the snow throwers auger housing. For close snow removal, place skid shoes in the low position. Use middle or high position when area to be cleared is uneven. See Figure 11.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Table of Contents Important Safe Operation Practices TrainingPreparation OperationMaintenance And Storage Your ResponsibilityContents of Hardware Pack Attaching Handle Assembly Attaching Chute AssemblyAssembling Your Snow Thrower UnpackingUse Hardware D Attaching Shift RodHardware C Auger Control Adjustment Skid Shoe AdjustmentAttaching Control Cables Attaching Track ControlsAuger Drive Control Traction Control and Shift Lever AdjustmentKnow Your Snow Thrower Safety Ignition Key Shift LeverChute Directional Control Skid ShoeOperating Your Snow Thrower Recoil Starter To Stop EngineTo Engage Track Drive To Engage AugersAuger Control Adjustment Traction Control AdjustmentChute Directional Control And Support Bracket Adjustment Shift Rod AdjustmentSkid Shoe Adjustment Chute AssemblyMaintaining Your Snow Thrower LubricationBelt Removal And Replacement Servicing Your Snow ThrowerEngine AugersServicing Friction Wheel Rubber Drive BeltOff-season Storage Troubleshooting Problem Cause RemedyModel E740F Part DescriptionModel E740F Part Description Model E740F Part Description 315 Model E740F 4039 Model E740F Model E740F Model E740F Page Page MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for