MTD 769-04165 Snow Blower Owners Manual

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Safe
Operation
Practices
Operation
Maintenance & Storage
1.
2.
3.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating  parts, in the auger/
impeller housing or chute assembly.  Contact with the
rotating parts can amputate  hands and feet.
The auger/impeller  control lever is a safety device. Never
bypass its operation. Doing  so makes the machine unsafe
and may cause personal injury.
1.   Never tamper with safety devices.  Check their proper
operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance  and adjust-
ment sections of this manual.
2.   Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine disengage
all control levers and stop the engine. Wait until the auger/
impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug
wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended
starting.
The control levers must operate easily  in both directions
and automatically return to the  disengaged position when
released.
3.   Check bolts and screws for proper tightness  at frequent
intervals to keep the machine  in safe working condition.
Also, visually inspect machine  for any damage.
4.   Do not change the engine governor setting  or over-speed
the engine. The governor controls  the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine.
4.
5.
Never operate with a missing or damaged  chute assembly.
Keep all safety devices in place  and working.
Never run an engine indoors or in  a poorly ventilated area.
Engine exhaust contains carbon  monoxide, an odorless and
deadly gas.
6.
7.
Do not operate machine while under  the influence of alcohol     5.   Snow thrower shave plates and skid  shoes are subject to
or drugs.
wear and damage. For your safety protection,  frequently
check all components  and replace with original equipment
manufacturer’s (OEM) parts  only. “Use of parts which do
not meet the original equipment  specifications may lead to
improper performance  and compromise safety!”
Check controls periodically  to verify they engage and
disengage properly and  adjust, if necessary. Refer to the
adjustment section in this  operator’s manual for instructions.
Maintain or replace safety  and instruction labels, as neces-
sary.
Muffler and engine become  hot and can cause a burn. Do
not touch.
8.
9.
Exercise extreme caution  when operating on or crossing
gravel surfaces. Stay alert  for hidden hazards or traffic.
Exercise caution when changing  direction and while operat-
ing on slopes.
6.
WARNING
10.
Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid  discharge towards
windows, walls, cars etc. Thus, avoiding  possible property
damage or personal injury  caused by a ricochet.
Never direct discharge at children,  bystanders and pets or
allow anyone in front of the machine.
7.
This symbol points
out important safety
instructions, which
if not followed, could
endanger the per-
sonal safety and/or
property of yourself
and others. Read and
follow all instructions
in this manual before
attempting to operate
this machine. Failure
to comply with these
instructions may
8.
Observe proper disposal  laws and regulations for gas, oil,
etc. to protect the environment.
11.
12.
13.
9.
Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes  to clear snow
from machine and prevent freeze up of auger/impeller.
Never store the machine or fuel container  inside where
there is an open flame, spark or pilot  light such as a water
heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.
Do not overload machine capacity  by attempting to clear
snow at too fast of a rate.
10.
Never operate this machine without  good visibility or light.
Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold  on the
handles. Walk, never run.
11.
12.
Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instructions
on off-season storage.
14.
15.
Disengage power to the auger/impeller  when transporting  or
not in use.
Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings  frequently for cracks
or leaks. Replace if necessary.
Never operate machine at high transport  speeds on slippery
surfaces. Look down and behind  and use care when
backing up.
13. Do not crank engine with spark  plug removed.
16.
17.
If the machine should start  to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine, disconnect the  spark plug wire and ground it against
the engine. Inspect thoroughly  for damage. Repair any
damage before starting and  operating.
Do not modify engine
To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any
way.Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway
engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper
with factory setting of engine governor.
Disengage all control levers  and stop engine before you
leave the operating position  (behind the handles). Wait
until the auger/impeller  comes to a complete stop before
unclogging the chute assembly,  making any adjustments, or
inspections.
result in personal
Notice regarding Emissions
injury. When you see
this symbol, HEED
IT’S WARNING!
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)
are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may
include the following emission control systems: Engine Modifica-
tion (EM) Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI)
and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.
18.
Never put your hand in the discharge  or collector openings.
Always use the clean-out tool  provided to unclog the dis-
charge opening. Do not unclog  chute assembly while engine
is running. Shut off engine  and remain behind handles until
all moving parts have stopped  before unclogging.
Use only attachments and  accessories approved by the
manufacturer (e.g. wheel weights,  tire chains, cabs etc.).
Your Responsibility
Restrict the use
of this power machine
to persons who read,
understand
Average Useful Life
19.
20.
According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
When starting engine,  pull cord slowly until resistance is felt,     this product has an
of seven (7) years, or
Average Useful Life
and follow the warnings
and instructions
then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction  of starter cord (kickback)
60 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life,
will pull hand and arm toward engine  faster than you can let      have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service
go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises  or sprains could result.      dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are
If situations occur which  are not covered in this manual, use      working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can
in this manual
21.
care and good judgment.  Call customer assistance for the
name of your nearest servicing  dealer.
result in accidents, injuries or death.
and on the machine.
05.08.08
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