MTD E662H, E664F, E6A4E, E644E Operation, Before Starting, GAS and OIL FILL-UP, To Start Engine

Auger		Auger	Traction Drive
Drive	Traction	Drive
			Clutch
Clutch	Drive	Clutch
	Clutch

	Shift	Chute	Shift
Chute	Lever		Lever
		Crank
Crank
	Models 642 and 662	Models 614, 644, 664, and 6A4
	Figure 22		Figure 23

SECTION 7: OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING

WARNING: Observe all Warning Labels on the snow thrower prior to use. See Figure 1.

Your snow thrower is shipped with oil; however, you must check the oil level before operating. Be careful not to overfill.

The spark plug wire was disconnected for safety. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug before starting

GAS AND OIL FILL-UP

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

WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or while engine is hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.

TO START ENGINE

NOTE: If unit shows any sign of motion (drive or augers) with the clutch grips disengaged, shut engine off immediately. Readjust as instructed in the Final Adjustments section of SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.

1.Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal loop on end of the spark plug wire (inside the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug. See Figure 24.

2.Make certain the fuel cutoff valve is in the OPEN (vertical) position. See Figure 20.

Metal Loop

on Spark

Plug Wire

Rubber Boot

Figure 24

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

4.Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert ignition key into slot. See Figure 21. Be certain it snaps into place. Do not turn key.

ENGINE WILL NOT START

UNLESS IGNITION KEY IS IN-

SERTED INTO IGNITION

SLOT IN CARBURETOR

COVER. DO NOT TURN IGNI-

TION KEY.

Electric Starter: (If Equipped)

WARNING: The electric starter is equipped with a three-wire power cord and plug, and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. It must be properly grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock which may be injurious to the operator. Follow all instructions carefully. If the house wiring system is not a three-wire grounded system, do not use this electric starter under any conditions.

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