John Deere 627954x16A - Manuals

Page 2 - INTRODUCTION; Registration of the warranty is; RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER; Read And Keep This Book For; PRODUCT INFORMATION; This information includes the; INSTRUCTION BOOKS; and the; WARRANTIES; . This information must be included to make

INTRODUCTION 2 MTF − 051057L Congratulations on your purchase of a Frontier Snowthrower. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give youthe best possible dependability and performance. However, like all mechanical products, your machine will occasionally re-quire adjustment and mainten...

Page 3 - RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION; Hazard Symbols and the meanings

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 3 MTF − 051057L This manual contains safety information to make youaware of the hazards and risks associated with snow throwers, and how to avoid them. The snow thrower is designed andintended for removal of snow, and should not be used for any otherpurpose. It is important ...

Page 6 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS 6 MTF − 051057L HAZARD SYMBOLS AND THE MEANINGS 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OPERATING SYMBOLS AND THEIR MEANINGS 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAFETY DECALS 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WAR...

Page 7 - SAFETY DECALS; Look for this symbol to indicate important safe-; Identifying Your Snowthrower

SAFETY DECALS 7 MTF − 051057L WARNING: If safety decals are dam- aged or missing, replace immediately. Look for this symbol to indicate important safe- ty precautions. This symbol indicates: “Atten- tion! Become Alert! Your Safety Is At Risk.” Before operation of your snowthrower, read the safety de...

Page 8 - OWNER’S INFORMATION; THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY; FOR YOUR RECORDS

OWNER’S INFORMATION MTF − 051057L 8 THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Murray warrants to the original purchaser of this Frontier Branded Snowthrower that this unit shall be free from defects inmaterial and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of Three (3) Year from the date of purchase; h...

Page 9 - ASSEMBLY; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; HOW TO MEASURE SCREW SIZE; CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON; WARNING: Always wear safety glasses or eye

ASSEMBLY 9 MTF − 051057L TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 1 − Knife 2 − 1/2” wrenches (or adjustable wrenches) 2 − 9/16” wrenches (or adjustable wrenches) 2 − 3/4” wrenches (or adjustable wrenches) 1 − 3/8” wrenches (or adjustable wrenches) 1 − Pair pliers or screw driver (to spread cotter pin) HOW TO ME...

Page 10 - UNPACKING

ASSEMBLY 10 MTF − 051057L Figure 2 shows the snowthrower in the shipping position. Figure 3 shows the snowthrower completely assembled. Reference to right and left hand side of the snowthrower is from the operator’s position at the handle. UNPACKING 1. Locate the two tear tabs at the bottom of the c...

Page 11 - UPPER HANDLE AND CRANK ASSEMBLY; CHECK THE CABLES

ASSEMBLY 11 MTF − 051057L UPPER HANDLE AND CRANK ASSEMBLY For shipping purposes, the handles were assembledtogether with the fasteners in the LOWER holes . When assembled, make sure that the fasteners are in the UPPER holes and that the eye bolt is mounted in the LOWER hole on the left side as shown...

Page 12 - REMOTE CHUTE CONTROL KNOB

ASSEMBLY 12 MTF − 051057L REMOTE CHUTE CONTROL KNOB 1. Thread the knob onto the lever as far as possible. Make sure that the knob points forward (See Figure 8). 2. Tighten the jam nut against the knob securely. SPEED SELECT KNOB 1. Thread the knob onto the lever as far as possible. Make sure that th...

Page 13 - SNOW CHUTE ASSEMBLY; NOTE: check all carriage bolts in flange for tightness.; CHECK THE TIRES; IMPORTANT! BEFORE YOU START; Check the fasteners. Make sure all fasteners are

ASSEMBLY 13 MTF − 051057L SNOW CHUTE ASSEMBLY 1. Remove back carriage bolt (See Figure 11). 2. Tilt chute back into operating position. 3. Replace carriage bolt from inside of chute. 4. Replace flatwasher and nylon locknut on outside of flange. 5. Tighten carriage bolt securely. NOTE: check all carr...

Page 14 - OPERATION; ENGINE AND SNOWTHROWER CONTROLS

OPERATION 14 MTF − 051057L READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOWTHROWER. Compare the illustrations with your SNOWTHROWER to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Figure 12 Remote Chute Control...

Page 15 - SNOWTHROWER OPERATION

OPERATION 15 MTF − 051057L The operation of any snowthrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before beginning snowthrower Operation. We recommend standard safety glasses or Wide Vision Safety Mas...

Page 16 - WHEEL LOCK OUT PIN; NOTE: Check tire pressure. See side of tire for maximum; HOW TO SET THE DRIFT CUTTERS; wingnuts

OPERATION 16 MTF--051057L WHEEL LOCK OUT PIN 1. The right wheel is secured to the axle with a klick pin. This unit was shipped with this klick pin in the locked position. (Figure 14). Figure 14 Locked Position Klik Pin 2. For ease of maneuverability when lighter conditions pre- vail, remove klick pi...

Page 17 - BEFORE STARTING ENGINE; Check the oil; FILL GAS; BEFORE STOPPING THE ENGINE

OPERATION 17 MTF − 051057L BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Check the oil NOTE: The engine was shipped from the factory filled with oil. Check the level of the oil. Add oil as needed. 1. Make sure the unit is level.Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For Service SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher”. 2. Remove ...

Page 18 - TO STOP ENGINE; TO START ENGINE

OPERATION 18 MTF − 051057L TO STOP ENGINE CAUTION: To stop the engine, do not move the choke control to CHOKE position. Backfire or engine damage can occur. 1. Move throttle control to SLOW, then to STOP (Figure 18). Figure 18 Throttle Control 2. Pull out safety/ignition key (Figure 19). Figure 19 T...

Page 20 - FROZEN STARTER; How To Use The Clean-Out Tool

OPERATION 20 MTF − 051057L FROZEN STARTER If the starter is frozen and will not turn engine: 1. Pull as much rope out of the starter as possible. 2. Release the starter handle and let it snap back against the starter. Repeat until the engine starts. Warm engines will cause condensation in cold weath...

Page 21 - OPERATING TIPS

OPERATION 21 MTF − 051057L OPERATING TIPS 1. For optimum snow blower efficiency, adjust ground speed, not the throttle. REMEMBER − if the wheels slip, forward speed will be reduced. The engine is designed to deliver optimum performance at full throttle and must be run at this power setting at all ti...

Page 22 - SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS; PROCEDURE; vice Recommendations; AFTER EACH USE

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS 22 MTF − 051057L SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS PROCEDURE FIRST 2 HOUR BEFORE EACH USE OFTEN EVERY 5 HOURS EVERY 10 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS BEGINNING EACH SEASON BEFORE STORAGE S Tighten all screws and nuts √ √ √ N O W Check Traction Clutch Cable Adjustment (See Cable Adjustment) √ √ W...

Page 23 - MAINTENANCE; SNOWTHROWER; LUBRICATION

MAINTENANCE 23 MTF − 051057L Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your snowthrower.All adjustments in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. SNOWTHROWER The following adjustment should be performed more than once each se...

Page 25 - ENGINE

MAINTENANCE 25 MTF − 051057L ENGINE Check Crankcase Oil Level before starting engine and after each 5 hours of continuous use (see Figure 29). Add proper motor oil as required. NOTE: Overfilling the engine can affect performance. Tighten the oil fill cap securely to prevent leakage. Change Oil every...

Page 26 - TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT

MAINTENANCE 26 MTF − 051057L WARNING: Always turn unit off, remove igni- tion key and disconnect the spark plug wire be- fore making any repairs or adjustments. AUGER HOUSING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTTO ADJUST SCRAPER BAR After considerable use, the metal scraper bar will have a definite wear pattern. The s...

Page 27 - BELT ADJUSTMENT; Traction Drive Belt

MAINTENANCE 27 MTF − 051057L BELT ADJUSTMENT Traction Drive Belt The traction drive belt has constant spring pressure and does not require an adjustment. If the traction drive belt is slipping, replace the belt. See “How To Replace The Belts” in the Maintenance section. Auger Drive Belt If your snow...

Page 28 - HOW TO REPLACE THE BELTS

MAINTENANCE 28 MTF − 051057L HOW TO REPLACE THE BELTS The drive belts are of special construction and must be replaced with original factory replacement belts available from your nearest authorized service center.Some steps require the assistance of a second person. How To Remove the Auger Drive Bel...

Page 31 - BELT GUIDE ADJUSTMENT; Auger Drive Cable Adjustment

MAINTENANCE 31 MTF − 051057L BELT GUIDE ADJUSTMENT 1. Remove spark plug wire. 2. Have someone engage auger drive. 3. Measure the distance between the belt guide and belt. The distance should be 1/8 inch (3.175 mm) for guide.See Figure 38. 4. If adjustment is necessary, loosen belt guide mounting bol...

Page 33 - HOW TO ADJUST OR REPLACE

MAINTENANCE 33 MTF − 051057L HOW TO ADJUST OR REPLACE THE FRICTION WHEEL How To Check The Friction Wheel If the snow thrower will not move forward, check the traction drive belt, the traction drive cable or the friction wheel. If the friction wheel is worn or damaged, it must be replaced. See “How T...

Page 36 - HOW TO REMOVE THE SNOW HOOD

MAINTENANCE 36 MTF − 051057L HOW TO REMOVE THE SNOW HOOD To access the spark plug, the snow hood must be removed as follows: 1. Remove the choke control knob (see Figure 51). 2. Remove the ON/OFF key. 3. Remove the four mounting screws. 4. Slowly remove the snow hood (see Figure 52). Make sure that ...

Page 37 - AUGER SHEAR BOLT REPLACEMENT; WARNING: To insure safety and performance; TO ADJUST OR REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG; spark plug

MAINTENANCE 37 MTF − 051057L AUGER SHEAR BOLT REPLACEMENT The augers are secured to the auger shaft with special bolts that are designed to break if an object becomes lodged in the auger housing. Use of a harder bolt will reduce the protection provided by the shear bolt. To replace a broken shear bo...

Page 38 - STORAGE; OFF SEASON STORAGE

STORAGE 38 MTF − 051057L OFF SEASON STORAGE WARNING: Never store the engine, with fuel in the tank, indoors or in a poor ventilated enclo- sure where fuel fumes could reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc. Handle gasoline carefully. It is highly ...

Page 39 - TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART; PROBLEM

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART 39 MTF − 051057L PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY Difficult starting Defective spark plug. Replace defective spark plug. Engine runs erratically Blocked fuel line. Clean fuel line. Empty gas tank. Check fuel supply, Stale gasoline. Add fresh gasoline with fuel stabilizer. Water or dirt...

Page 40 - REPLACEMENT PARTS

REPLACEMENT PARTS 40 MTF − 051057L WE RECOMMEND JOHN DEERE/FRONTIER quality parts and lubricants available at your John Deere/Frontierdealer. PART NUMBERS MAY CHANGE. When you order re- placement parts, use the part numbers listed below and onthe following pages. If a part number changes, your JohnD...

Page 41 - Description

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 41 MTF − 051057L ENGINE Á ÁÁ 25 − 1 2 3 25 − 4 25 − 2 25 − 3 5 4 20 22 24 10 6 7 8 11 Ref.Drive Page Ref. Auger Housing Page 9 25 − 2 16 17 18 14 13 15 12 1 27 28 26 Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 1 MT6219 CORD, STARTER 2 − − ...

Page 42 - FRAME

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 42 MTF − 051057L FRAME 162 167 167 162 91 91 122 90 168 103 106 105 108 Ref. Engine Page 110 148 149 107 Ref. Drive Page Ref. Auger Housing Page 111 169 160 123 123

Page 44 - DRIVE

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 44 MTF − 051057L DRIVE Ref. Wheel Page 229 200 223 225 226 227 234 230 221 Ref. Wheel Page Ref. Handle Page 206 201 203 204 232 234 229 220 220 218 218 207 215 215 238 238 210 212 213 213 217 213 203 204 236 Ref. Frame Page Ref. Wheel Page Ref. Wheel Pa...

Page 46 - AUGER HOUSING

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 46 MTF − 051057L AUGER HOUSING 500 527 480 485 499 482 490 491 493 527 522 522 523 521 525 525 523 524 524 520 510 514 Ref. Gear Case Page 540 541 544 511 484 550 551 552 553 554

Page 48 - GEAR CASE

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 48 MTF − 051057L GEAR CASE 326 320 321 322 323 324 327 330 311 312 306 310 304 301 303 310 300 314 311 312 315 313 316 340 305 Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 300 MT896 CASE, GEAR, RH 301 MT895 CASE, GEAR, LH 303 MT910828 SCREW...

Page 49 - REMOTE CONTROL

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 49 MTF − 051057L REMOTE CONTROL 975 Ref. Engine Mount Bolt 981 974 965 Ref. Upper Chute 972 971 Ref. Lower Chute 968 970 969 967 973 995 994 Ref. Control Panel 975 980 Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 965 MT318468 TENSION SPRING...

Page 50 - DISCHARGE CHUTE

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 50 MTF − 051057L DISCHARGE CHUTE 580 586 587 584 582 586 600 602 603 601 610 609 606 611 607 585 Ref. Auger Housing Page 607 604 Pop Rivets 583

Page 52 - HANDLE

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 52 MTF − 051057L HANDLE 774 773 772 785 729 804 770 798 803 802 787 739 771 720 790 801 795 800 801 791 796 799 741 724 740 725 724 728 727 726 751 813 811 812 809 810 759 745 762 760 Ref. Engine Page 743 765 765 751 727 726 725 753 739 725 729 745 806 ...

Page 54 - CHUTE ROD

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 54 MTF − 051057L CHUTE ROD 856 855 854 855 861 860 863 864 864 867 Ref. Handle Assy 869 852 − 5 852 − 11 852 − 9 852 − 8 852 − 3 868 852 − 13 852 − 10 852 − 1 852 − 2 852 − 6 870 Ref. Auger Housing Assy 862 852 − 7 865

Page 56 - CONTROL PANEL

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 56 MTF − 051057L CONTROL PANEL 760 730 Ref.Key# 741 794 731 761 792 Ref. Key# 791 Ref. Upper Handle Ref.Key# 790 794 732 Key No. Part No. Description 730 MT1501358E701 CLUTCH HANDLE LH 731 MT1501357E701 CLUTCH HANDLE RH 732 MT337380 GRIP, CLUTCH LEVER 7...

Page 57 - HEADLIGHT

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 57 MTF − 051057L HEADLIGHT Ref. Handle Page Ref. Control Panel Page 625 621 626 628 627 622 630 630 633 632 629 631 Key No. Part No. Description 621 MT762343 LIGHT, HALOGEN 622 MT1501455 HARNESS, WIRE 625 MT071372 TIE, CABLE 626 MT1501412 BRACKET, LIGHT...

Page 58 - WHEELS

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 58 MTF − 051057L WHEELS 679 678 673 675 678 671 655 650 654 652 653 655 671 673 680 676 677 Ref. Drive Page Key No. Part No. Description 650 MT1501563 SHAFT, AXLE 652 MT1501089 SPRKT & HUB 653 MT01x193 SCREW, 1/4 − 20 x 1.75 654 MT15x145 NUT, 1/4 − ...

Page 59 - DECALS

FRONTIER MODEL ST0927 FACTORY MODEL 627954x16A 59 MTF − 051057L DECALS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Key No. Part No. Description 1 MT48x5294 DECAL, SINGLE HAND CONTROL 2 MT7390 DECAL, V − BELTS 3 MT7859 DECAL, OVER ADJUSTMENT 4 MT48x5967 DECAL, ROTATING AUGER 5 MT48x5578 DECAL, DANGER 6 MT48x5965 D...