Maintenance And Storage

stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep away from plug to prevent accidental starting.

•Do not run engine indoors, except when starting engine and transporting snow thrower in or out of building. Open doors. Exhaust fumes are dangerous.

•Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.

•Never operate snow thrower without guards, plates, or other safety protection devices in place.

•Never operate snow thrower near glass enclosure, automobiles, window wells, drop off, etc., without proper adjustments of snow thrower discharge angle. Keep children and pets away.

•Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.

•Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.

•Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of unit.

•Disengage power to collector/impeller when transporting or not in use.

•Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of snow thrower (such as wheel weights, counter weights, cabs, etc.).

•Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run.

•Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

•Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, etc., at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure equipment is in safe working condition.

•Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present, such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like. Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

•Always refer to operator's manual instructions for important details if snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period.

•Run machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze up of collector/impeller.

•Check clutch controls periodically to verify they engage and disengage properly and readjust if necessary. Refer to operator's manual for adjustment instructions.

Your Responsibility

Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. Some of the safety labels are reproduced below. Review them and follow their instructions.

Series 140 through E173 specifications

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MTD Series 140 through E173 manual Maintenance And Storage, Your Responsibility

Models: Series 140 through E173