Yard-Man manual Model 31AE993I401, Operator’S Manual, 33” Snow Thrower

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

33” Snow Thrower

Model 31AE993I401

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

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. 770-10278B.fm

 

(5/2001)

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Contents OPERATOR’S MANUAL Model 31AE993I40133” Snow Thrower MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIOContent TABLE OF CONTENTSFINDING MODEL NUMBER CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORTTraining SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESPreparation OperationMaintenance And Storage Unpacking SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWERLoose Parts Assembling HandleTraction Control and Shift Lever Final AdjustmentsAuger Control Auger Control SECTION 3: KNOWING YOUR SNOW THROWERTraction Control / Auger Control Lock Skid ShoesShift Lever Safety Ignition KeyChute Crank Chute Tilt ControlBefore Starting SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWERGas And Oil Fill-up To Start EngineTo Stop Engine SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTSTo Engage Wheel Drive To Engage AugersAuger Control Adjustment Skid Shoe AdjustmentChute Assembly Drive WheelsGeneral Recommendations SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWERCarburetor LubricationAugers SECTION 7: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWERShave Plate and Skid Shoes Auger Bearings and ShaftAuger Belt Replacing BeltsDrive Belt Changing Friction Wheel RubberSECTION 8: OFF-SEASONSTORAGE EngineProblem SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTINGCause RemedyModel 31AE993I401 Part Description Part NoModel 31AE993I401 Part No A 32 Part No 15 22 18 14 7 21 1 13 3 20 20 24 31 Notes Page MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR