Crank clockwise to discharge to the left.

Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.

Clean-Out Tool

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

The chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing with a mounting clip. The tool is designed to clear a clogged discharged chute. Refer to Operating Your Snow Thrower section for more detailed information regarding the chute clean-out tool. See Figure 16.

NOTE: This item is fastened with a cable tie to the rear of the Auger Housing at the factory. Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower.

Safety Ignition Key

The safety ignition key must be fully inserted in the switch before the unit will start. Remove the ignition key when the snow thrower is not in use. See Figure 16.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT “turn” the ignition key in an attempt to start the engine. Doing so may cause it to break.

Fuel Shut-off Valve (Optional Equipment)

On models so equipped, the fuel shut-off valve, located under fuel tank, controls fuel-flow from the gas tank. See Figure 16.

Skid Shoe

The position of the skid shoe is determined by the condition of the ground from where snow has to be removed. See Figure 16.

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. See Figure 16.

SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER

Before Starting

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

Gas & Oil Fill-Up

Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.

WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

A plastic cup is provided inside the fuel fill opening on the fuel tank. Remove and discard this cup before filling up the tank. Use the separate fuel tank cap to close after fill-up.

To Start Engine

Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.

Make certain the fuel shut-off valve, if so equipped, is in the OPEN (vertical) position.

Make certain the auger and drive clutch levers are in the disengaged (released) position.

Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert ignition key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not turn key.

NOTE: Engine will not start unless ignition key is inserted into ignition slot in carburetor cover.

Electric Starter (If Equipped)

Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are not certain.

If your house wiring system is not a three-wire grounded system, do not use this electric starter under any conditions.

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MTD 644E, 664G manual Operating Your Snow Thrower

664G, 644E specifications

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