MTD 769-04164 - Manuel (Page 10)

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Operation
WARNING
Stopping the Engine
WARNING: To avoid unsupervised
engine operation, never leave the
engine unattended while running. Turn
the engine off after use and remove
ignition key
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help
dry off any moisture on the engine.
Move throttle control to STOP position. 1.
Remove the ignition key. Removing the key will 2.
reduce the possibility of unauthorized starting of
the engine while equipment is not in use.
Keep
the key in a safe place. The engine cannot start
without the ignition key.
Wipe all snow and moisture from the area around
3.
the engine as well as the area in and around the
drive control and auger control. Also, engage and
release both controls several times.
Auger Control Test
IMPORTANT: Perform the following test before operat-
ing the snow thrower for the first time and at the start of
each season.
Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows:
1. When the auger control is released and in the
disengaged “up” position, the cable should have very
little slack, but should NOT be tight.
2. In a well-ventilated area, start the snow thrower
engine as instructed earlier in this section under the
heading Starting Engine. Make sure the throttle is set
in the FAST position.
3. While standing in the operator’s position (behind the
snow thrower) engage the auger.
4. Allow the auger to remain engaged for approximately
ten (10) seconds before releasing the auger control.
Repeat this several times.
5. With the engine running in the FAST position and the
auger control in the disengaged “up” position, walk to
the front of the machine.
6. Confirm that the auger has completely stopped
rotating and shows NO signs of motion.
IMPORTANT: If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating,
immediately return to the operator’s position and shut
off the engine. Wait for all moving parts to stop before
readjusting the auger control cable as shown in the
“Setup And Adjustment” section on page 7.
Operating The Snowthrower
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes
as the engine will not develop full power until it reaches
operating temperature.
• Adjust the discharge chute as desired. Do not throw
snow toward a building as hidden objects could be
discharged with enough force to cause damage.
• Start the engine as instructed previously.
• Making certain no bystanders or obstacles are in front
of the unit, squeeze the auger control bail completely
against the upper handle to fully engage the augers.
Release the auger control bail and the augers will
stop.
• While the auger control handle is engaged, squeeze
the drive control bail completely against the upper
handle to engage the wheels. Release the drive
control bail and the wheels will stop.
• As the snowthrower starts to move, maintain a firm
hold on the handle, and guide the snowthrower along
the path to be cleared.
• Release the bails to stop the snowthrowing action and
forward motion.
NOTE: Your unit is equipped with a clutch in the transmis-
sion. If the wheels stop turning while trying to discharge
large volumes of snow, immediately disengage the drive
control bail and allow the rotating augers to discharge
snow from the housing. Continue operation reducing
clearing width.
The operation of
any snow thrower
can result in foreign
objects being thrown
into the eyes, which
can damage your
eyes severely. Always
wear safety glasses
while operating the
snow thrower, or
while performing
any adjustments or
repairs on it.
Be sure no one other
than the operator is
standing near the
snow thrower while
starting engine or
operating snow
thrower. Never run
engine indoors or in
enclosed, poorly ven-
tilated areas. Engine
exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly
gas. Keep hands,
feet, hair and loose
clothing away from
any moving parts
on engine and snow
thrower.