MTD 60-3754-4 manual Knowing Your Snow Thrower, Throttle Control, Primer, Oil Fill, Choke Control

Models: 60-3753-6 60-3754-4

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SECTION 3: KNOWING YOUR SNOW THROWER

SECTION 3: KNOWING YOUR SNOW THROWER

Drive Control

Shift Lever

Auger Control

 

Electric Starter Button

Engine Controls

Gas Cap

Recoil Starter

Oil Fill

Handle

 

Electric Starter Outlet

Chute Assembly

Primer

 

Clean-out

 

Tool

Ignition

 

Key

 

Chute Directional

 

Control

 

Choke

 

Control

 

Throttle

Shave Plate

Control

Skid Shoe

 

Augers

 

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WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.

NOTE: For detailed starting instructions and more information on all engine controls, refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit

Shift Lever

The shift lever is located in the center of the handle panel and is used to determine gorund speed and direction of travel.

Forward

There are six forward (F) speeds. Position one (1) is the slowest and position five (6) is the fastest.

Reverse

There are two reverse (R) speeds. One (1) is the slower and two (2) is the faster.

the choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine.

Throttle Control

The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine when pushed down completely.

Primer

Depressing the primer forces fuel directly into the engine’s carburetor to aid in cold-weather starting.

Oil Fill

Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the oil fill.

Choke Control

Ignition Key

 

 

 

 

 

The ignition key is a safety devise. It must be fully

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

inserted in order for the engine will start. Remove the

 

 

 

 

 

ignition key when the snow thrower is not in use.

The choke control is found on the rear of the engine and

IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to turn the key.

 

is activated by rotating the knob clockwise. Activating

 

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MTD 60-3754-4 Knowing Your Snow Thrower, Throttle Control, Primer, Oil Fill, Choke Control, Ignition Key, Engine Controls