Yard-Man 31AE993J401 manual OPERATOR’S Manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

45” Snow Thrower

Model 31AE993J401

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. 770-10541.fm

 

(6/2001)

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Table of Contents Training Important Safe Operation PracticesPreparation OperationMaintenance And Storage Unpacking Assembling Your Snow ThrowerLoose Parts Assembling HandleTraction Control and Shift Lever Final AdjustmentsAuger Control Auger Control Knowing Your Snow ThrowerShift Lever Skid ShoesChute Crank Safety Ignition KeyChute Tilt Control Discharge ChuteBefore Starting Gas And Oil Fill-up Operating Your Snow ThrowerTo Start Engine Electric StarterTo Engage Wheel Drive To Stop EngineTo Engage Augers Operating TipsMaintaining Your Snow Thrower Lubrication CarburetorAugers Servicing Your Snow ThrowerShave Plate and Skid Shoes Auger Belt Replacing BeltsDrive Belt Changing Friction Wheel RubberOff-season Storage EngineProblem Cause Remedy TroubleshootingModel 31AE993J401 Part Description Model 31AE993J40115 48 Yard-Man Green Yard-Man Yellow Powder Black Model 31AE993J401 Yard-Man Green Yard-Man Yellow Powder Black Model 31AE993J401 Description Handle Suppt. Bracket 5/8 RH Page Page MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for