MTD 769-03250 Operating Your Snow Thrower, Know Your Snow Thrower, Engine Controls, Figure

4

Operating

Your Snow

Thrower

WARNING

Read, understand, and follow all instruc- tions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.

Know Your Snow Thrower

	Drive Control
	Shift Lever
	Two-Way Chute Control™
	(optional)
	Auger Control
Headlight
Electric Start Button
Gas Cap	Chute Directional
Fuel Tank
	Control (optional)
Oil Fill
	Engine Controls
Chute
Assembly	Recoil Starter
	Handle
	Electric Starter Outlet
	Primer
	Ignition
	Key
	Choke
Clean-Out	Control
Tool
Skid Shoe	Throttle
	Control

Figure 4-1

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.

Now that you have set up your snow thrower for operation, get acquainted with its controls and features. These are described below and illustrated in Figure 4-1. This knowledge will allow you to use your new equipment to its fullest potential.

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

Choke Control

The choke control is found on the rear of the engine and is activated by rotating the knob clockwise. Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine.

Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

Shift Lever

The shift lever is located on the right side of the handle panel. Place the shift lever into any of eight positions to control the direction of travel and ground speed.

Forward

Your snow thrower has six forward (F) speeds, with position number one (1) being the slowest speed.

Reverse

Your snow thrower has two reverse (R) speeds, with position number one (1) being the slower speed.

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.

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