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Auger Control

The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the auger control to engage the augers. Release to stop the snow throwing action. The drive control must also be released in order to stop auger.

Two-Way Chute Control™)

This two-way control lever is meant to control the distance of snow discharge from the chute. Tilt the lever forward or rearward to adjust the distance snow will be thrown.

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Chute Directional Control

The chute directional control is located on left side of the snow thrower.

To change the direction in which snow is thrown, turn chute direc- tional control as follows:

•Crank clockwise to discharge to the left.

CLOCKWISE TO DISCHARGE LEFT

COUNTER CLOCKWISE TO DISCHARGE RIGHT

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Drive Control / Auger Control Lock

The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the drive control to engage the wheel drive. Release to stop.

This same lever also locks the auger control so you can operate the chute crank without interrupting the snow throwing process. If the auger control is engaged simultaneously with the drive control, the operator can release the auger control (on the left handle) and the augers will remain engaged. Release the drive control to stop the augers and wheel drive (the auger control must also be released).

IMPORTANT: NEVER reposition the shift lever (change speeds or direction of travel) without first releasing the drive control and bringing the snow thrower to a complete stop. Doing so will result in premature wear to the snow thrower’s drive system.

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Heated Handles Switch (If Equipped)

This switch is located on the right side of the snow thrower dash panel. To activate the heated handles, toggle the switch to the “ON” position to generate heat within the handle grips. Toggle the switch to the “OFF” position after using the snow thrower.

NOTE: The heated handles grips are a compliment to, not a substitute for, proper cold weather outerwear for the operator’s hands. It is recommended that the snow thrower operator wear gloves/mittens to avoid extremities of winter while operating this equipment.

• Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.

Wheel Steering Controls

The left and right wheel steering controls are located on the underside of the handles. Squeeze the right control to turn right; squeeze the left control to turn left.

NOTE: Operate the snow thrower in open areas until you are familiar with these controls.

Chute Clean-Out Tool

WARNING: Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging.

The clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip.

1.Release both the auger control and the drive/auger control lock.

2.Stop the engine by pushing the rocker switch to the “OFF” position, pull out the safety key.

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

4.Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to remove any snow and ice in the chute assembly.

5.Re-fasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing and restart engine.

6.While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any remaining snow or ice from the chute assembly before continuing to clear snow.

Skid Shoes

Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions. Adjust upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward when operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces. See “Making Adjustment” Section.

Headlight

The headlight is on whenever the engine is running.

WARNING

The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the snow thrower, or while performing any adjust- ments or repairs on it.

Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the snow thrower while starting engine or operating snow thrower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. En- gine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and snow thrower.

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Contents 06/25/08 Two-Stage Snow Thrower769-04179 Customer Support Table of ContentsFinding and Recording Model Number Your Responsibility Restrict the use Safety SymbolsThere are rotating blades inside Do not use the engine’s electric starter in the rainYour Responsibility Safe Operation PracticesTraining PreparationAverage Useful Life Maintenance & StorageOperation Do not modify engineAssembling Handle Setting Up Your Snow ThrowerItems Required For Assembly Loose PartsAttaching the Shift Rod Attaching the Chute AssemblyDrift Cutters If Equipped Lamp WiringClean-Out Tool Final AdjustmentsAuger Check the adjustment of the auger control as followsSkid Shoes Tire Pressure Pneumatic TiresKnow Your Snow Thrower Operating Your Snow Thrower$26% #/.42 To Engage Augers Gas & Oil Fill-UpStopping The Engine To Engage DriveIf possible, remove snow immediately after it falls Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenanceOperating Tips General RecommendationsDrive Control AdjustmentsMaking Shift RodAuger Control Chute AssemblyChute Bracket Adjustment See Figure Adjust skid shoes as followsReplacing Belts Maintaining Your Snow ThrowerLubrication Remove Loosen Auger BeltPulley Slot Drive BeltFriction Wheel Using a 3/4 wrench, hold the hex shaftChanging Friction Wheel Rubber Secure with the cupped washer and hex bolt removed earlierOff-Season Storage Problem Cause Remedy Trouble Shooting05.28.08 WarrantyFor parts and/or accessories refer to customer support on 6919 La page 2 pour ce qui concerne les pièces et/ou accessoires Parts List Pièces DétachéesAdressez-vous au «Service après-vente» Torque to 21 ft./lbs. maximum 305-342 cc618-04514 Worm Gear Box Ass’y w/ grease fitting Part RÉF Pièce Description Plug into alternator Plug into alternator Lead wire under fuel tankGround wire to engine GroundPage 41, pas de 1/2 po x 36 maillons Part RÉF Pièce Description For parts and/or accessories refer to customer support on Page Com.mtdcanada GarantieGarantie cette de Pas couvre ne limitée garantie CetteDépannage Solution Causes ProblèmeJours, 30 de plus pendant entreposé être doit moteur le Si PropreUse Accompagne qui moteur du d’utilisation notice la dans’essieu de EntretienFrottement de Roue ’entraînement Courroie Tarière la de d’entraînement Courroie Courroies les de RemplacementÉloignez ’enlevez’engrenage LubrificationRoues Vitesse de mentRéglages Roues Des l’entraînement de CommandeVitesses de levier du Tige Les de Évitez .65C 150F dépasser Général d’ordre Recommandations’utilisation Conseils ToucherGoulotte la de dégagement de Outil ’huile et d’essence PleinsFaites Ne Fonctions 2 à Roues des d’orientation CommandeGoulotte la de Commande Goulotte la de directionSouffleuse la de Commandes Pneuma Bandages pneus des Pression Tarière la de CommandeTiques Pas Goulotte la de dégagement de OutilBien passe qu’il ce jusqu’à raccord le sur Tapez Vitesses de levier du tige la de InstallationGoulotte la de Installation «Réglages»Cisaillement de Boulons Goulotte la de manivelle la de MontageGuidon du Montage ’assemblage pour requis ArticlesGaz de émissions les concernant Avis Remisage et EntretienResponsabilité Votre Moyenne utile vie de Durée’essence de Manipulation PréparationFormation VotreMachine la d’utiliser Sécurité de SymbolesMatières des Table Vente-après ServiceVente-après service au d’abord adresser vous sans Modèle de numéro le trouver Pour04179-769 ’UTILISATION Notice

769-04179 specifications

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