MTD 3AA & 3CA - Manuals

5 Operation 1. 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. 2. The auger/impeller control lever is a safety device. Never bypass its operation. Doing so makes the machine unsafe and may cau...

6 IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped with the engine full of oil. After assembly, see Operation section for fuel and oil details. Before Assembly WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and Ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. NOTE: Reference to right, left, front, or rear of th...

7 IMPORTANT: Check the adjustments as instructed and make any final adjustments neces-sary before operating the unit. Check all nuts and bolts for tightness. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to unit. NOTE: It is not recom-mended that you operate this snow thrower on gravel as lo...

9 Before Starting Engine Engine Oil The engine is shipped with oil in it. Check the oil level before first use. 1. Stop engine and wait several minutes before checking oil level. Remove oil fill cap and dipstick. 2. Wipe dipstick clean, insert it into oil fill hole, and tighten securely. 3. With eng...

10 5 Operation Severe damage to electric starter (if equipped) is possible if you continue to crank for more than five seconds without a cool-down.The temperature of muffler and the surrounding areas may exceed 150˚F. Avoid these areas. WARNING Electric Starter (if equipped) Some models of the snow ...

11 5 Operation Do not over-tighten the cable. This may prevent the auger from disengaging and compromise the safety of the snow thrower. Stop engine by moving throttle lever to stop posi-tion and wait for all moving parts to stop before using the clean-out tool. Never use your hands to clean snow an...

1 Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. WARNING 6 Maintenance & Service General Recommendation...

13 Drive Pulley Drive Belt Spring Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses durin...

14 NOTE: Refer to the engine manual for more information on preparing the snow thrower engine for storage. Preparing Snow Thrower • When storing the snow thrower in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipme...

15 Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased, without first contacting Customer Support. Log onto www.mtdproducts.com or call a customer service representative at 1-800- 800-7310. 8 Trouble- shooting Note: You will need the model number and serial number if and when c...

17 Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty. 1 684-04037 Chute Assembly 1 2 710-04071 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1 1 3 710-0451 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 11 4 720-04072 Star Knob 5/16-18 (black) 1 720-04071 Star Knob 5/16-18 (yellow) 1 5 731-04388A Chute Handle 1 6 731-04426A Upper Chute 1 7 731-04127 Lower Chute...

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories.“MTD” warrants this product against defects in material and workman-ship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original ...