Drift Cutters (on models so equipped)
Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow
thrower in heavy drift conditions.
•
Repeat Auger Control Test to verify proper
adjustment has been achieved.
On models so equipped, drift cutters are assembled to
the auger housing inverted. Remove the carriage bolts
by unthreading the hex nuts which secure them, and
reinstall the drift cutters in their proper position before
operating the snow thrower. See Figure 2.
Figure 1
Drift
Cutter
Drive / Auger Lock (on models so equipped)
The drive/auger lock allows the user to operate the
snow thrower with one hand, leaving the left hand free
to operate the chute directional control.
Carriage Screws /
Hex Nuts
Figure 2
•
Engage both the Auger Control and the Drive
Control at the same time.
Tire Chains (on models so equipped)
•
Release the Auger Control and it will remain
engaged until the Drive Control is also released.
Tire chains should be used whenever extra traction is
needed. If your unit is not equipped with tire chains,
contact Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for
information regarding price and availability.
Chute Clean-Out Tool
The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the
rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip. Should
snow and ice become lodged in the chute assembly
during operation, proceed as follows to safely clean the
chute assembly and chute opening:
Operating Tips
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes
after starting. The engine will not develop full power
until it reaches operating temperature.
•
Release both the Auger Control and the Drive
Control.
WARNING:
The muffler, engine and
•
Stop the engine by moving the throttle control to the
stop position.
surrounding areas become hot and can
cause a burn. Do not touch.
•
•
Remove the clean-out tool from the mounting clip.
Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to
dislodge and scoop any snow and ice which has
formed in and near the chute assembly.
•
•
•
Discharge snow downwind whenever possible.
Slightly overlap each previous swath.
Set the skid shoes 1/4” below the scraper bar for
normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted
upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward
when using on gravel or crushed rock.
WARNING: Never use your hands to clear
a clogged chute. Shut off engine and remain
behind handles until all moving parts have
stopped. Use the clean-out tool or a stick to
unclog.
•
•
Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on
the rear of the auger housing, and restart the
engine.
While standing in the operator’s position (behind
the snow thrower), engage the auger control for a
few seconds to clear any remaining snow and ice
from the chute assembly.
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| Categories | MTD Snow Blower Manuals, Snow Blower Manuals |
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