MTD E173 manual OFF-SEASON Storage

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SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE

WARNING: Never store engine with fuel in tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, or other gas appliance.

Clean snow thrower thoroughly.

Lubricate as instructed above with a light oil.

Follow “Storage” instructions found in the separate

Engine Operator’s Manual. Preparing the engine for storage properly is important to prevent problems next season.

Store in a clean, dry area. Block the snow thrower up so it is not resting on the rubber auger blades.

NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in an poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment, especially springs, cables and all moving parts.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Important Safe Operation Practices TrainingOperation PreparationMaintenance And Storage Your ResponsibilityAssembling Your Snow Thrower Installing chute crank Assembling the chuteKnow Your Snow Thrower Primer ButtonOperating Your Snow Thrower Shave plate Belt tensionService Replacing beltReplacing shave plate EngineMaintenance General RecommendationsLubrication OFF-SEASON Storage Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause RemedyParts List for Models 140 Through E173 Models 140 through E173 Part DescriptionModels 140, 150, E150 and E151 Models 142, E152, E172 and E173Models 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