MTD E173 manual Operator’s Manual

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Operator’s Manual

Single Stage

Snowthrower

Model Series

140 through E173

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

Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest- 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 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 contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

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

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 770-10044A.fm

 

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Training Important Safe Operation PracticesOperation PreparationYour Responsibility Maintenance And StorageAssembling Your Snow Thrower Assembling the chute Installing chute crankPrimer Button Know Your Snow ThrowerOperating Your Snow Thrower Belt tension Shave plateReplacing belt ServiceReplacing shave plate EngineGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceLubrication OFF-SEASON Storage Problem Cause Remedy Troubleshooting GuideParts List for Models 140 Through E173 Part Description Models 140 through E173Models 142, E152, E172 and E173 Models 140, 150, E150 and E151Models 140 and E142 Models 150, E150 and E173 Models E151 and E172 Models 140 and E142 Model Models E150, E151, E152, E172, E173 Your Notes Dates MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty
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