MTD 6DE manual Auger Control, Drive Control

Auger Control

AUGER

CONTROL

GO

The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the augers and start snow throwing action. Release to stop.

Drive Control

DRIVE

CONTROL

GO

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

Chute Directional Control

CHUTE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

		ADJUSTABLE
DISCHARGE	DISCHARGE	CHUTE TILT
LEFT	RIGHT

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

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

•Crank clockwise to discharge to the left.

•Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.

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.

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

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 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 chute assembly. Refer to Operating Your Snow Thrower section for more detailed information regarding the chute clean-out tool.

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.

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.

Recoil Starter Handle

The recoil starter handle is used to manually start the engine.

Electric Starter Button (If so equipped)

Pressing the electric starter button engages the engine’s electric starter when plugged into a 120V power source.

Electric Starter Outlet (If so equipped)

Requires use of a three-prong outdoor extension cord (packed with the snow thrower) and a 120V power source/wall outlet.

Augers

When engaged, the augers rotate and draw snow into the housing.

Chute Assembly

Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out the chute assembly.

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