MTD ST720r INTRODUCTION, TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

THANK YOU

Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to- understand operating instructions. Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition.

PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS, AND SPECIFICATIONS

All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

TrimmerPlus® is a registered trademark of

MTD SOUTHWEST INC

SERVICE INFORMATION

Service on this unit both within and after the warranty period should be performed only by an authorized and approved service dealer.

Dial:

1-800-345-8746 in the United States or 1-800-668-1238 in Canada

to obtain the listing of the authorized service dealer nearest you.

DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER.

NOTE: PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE

REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.

Make sure this manual is carefully read and understood before starting or operating this equipment.

THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE U.S. PATENTS.

OTHER PATENTS PENDING.

A complete parts list can be viewed and printed by going to our web site, www.TrimmerPlus.com. Or,

you can request a copy by calling1-800-345-TRIM(1-800-345-8746).Please have the unit model and serial number when calling.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 A. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 B. Safety and International Symbols . . . . . . . . . 5 C. Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

II. Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 A. Assembling the Coupler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 B. Special Cold Weather Starting Instructions . . 8 C. Operating the Snow Thrower . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 D. Discharge Direction Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . 8 E. Tips for Best Snow Thrower Results . . . . . . . 8

III. Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . .		9-11
A. Inspecting/Replacing the Drive Belt . . . . . . .		9
B. Replacing the Scraper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		10
C. Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		11
D. Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		11
E. Accessories/Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . .		11
IV. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		11
V. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		12
CONTENTS OF CARTON
This unit should consist of the following:
• ST720r Snow Thrower Add-On
•	Hanger
•	Operator’s Manual
•	Product Registration Card

NOTE: This product has been rated for use on both gas and electric powerheads.