MTD E642F - Manuals

6 SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: After assembly, service engine with gasoline, and check oil level as instructed in theseparate engine manual packed with your unit. NOTE: All references to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unitin the operating positio...

8 Figure 9 Figure 10 ATTACHING SHIFT ROD (Hardware D)1. Place the shift lever in the fifth (5) or the fastestforward speed position. 2. Models 642, 662 : Rotate the shift arm assembly counter clockwise, as far as it will go.Insert the shift rod through the shift armassembly. When installed the shift...

9 ATTACHING CLUTCH CABLES 1. Thread the hex jam nuts all the way up thethreaded portion of the “Z” ends. 2. Make certain all cables are in the grooves of thecable roller guides. The roller guides are locatedin the lower rear of the unit. Lift the clutch grip inthe raised (up) position. 3. Thread the...

10 4. Place one flat washer on the end of the chutecrank, then insert the end of the crank into thehole in the plastic bushing in the chute crankbracket. See Figure 17. Figure 17 5. Place the other flat washer on the end of the chute crank, and insert hairpin clip into hole in the end ofcrank. See F...

12 Figure 22 Figure 23 SECTION 7: OPERATION BEFORE STARTING WARNING: Observe all Warning Labels on the snow thrower prior touse. See Figure 1. Your snow thrower is shipped with oil; however,you must check the oil level before operating.Be careful not to overfill. The spark plug wire was disconnected...

13 Follow all instructions carefully. Determine that yourhouse wiring is a three wire grounded system. Ask alicensed electrician if you are not certain. If yourhouse wiring system is not a three-wire groundedsystem, do not use this electric starter under anyconditions. If your system is grounded and...

14 TO ENGAGE DRIVE/AUGER 1. With the engine running near top speed, moveshift lever into one of the FORWARD orREVERSE positions. Select a speedappropriate for the snow conditions that exist.Use the slower speeds until you are familiarwith the operation of the snow thrower. 2. Squeeze the left hand a...

15 5. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the jam nuton the traction drive cable, and thread cable inor out as necessary. 6. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable whencorrect adjustment is reached. Reassemble theframe cover with six self-tapping screws. Figure 26 Note: If you had earlier placed pla...

16 SECTION 9: LUBRICATION WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against theengine before performing anylubrication or maintenance. ENGINE Refer to engine manual for all engine lubricationinstructions. WARNING: When following instruct- ions in separate engine manual fordraining oil, be s...

17 AUGER BELTS NOTE: It is necessary to remove both belts in order to change either one. If changing just one belt,be certain to check the condition of the other belt. 1. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of theengine by removing the two self-tappingscrews. See Figure 29. 2. Drain the gasol...

18 Figure 32 CHANGING THE FRICTION WHEEL RUBBER The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wearand should be checked after 25 hours of operation,and periodically thereafter. Replace the frictionwheel rubber if any signs of wear or cracking arefound. 1. Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, o...

19 SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer. Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line.Choke not in ON positionFaulty spark plug.Key ...

25 FRAME ASSEMBLY Wheel Assembly REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 618-0063 Bearing Ass’y. 1 25 736-0242 Washer, Bell 1 2 656-0012A Ass’y., Friction Wheel Disc 1 26 712-0324 Nut 1 3 684-0013B Rod Shift, Wheel Drive 1 27 736-0351 Flat Washer 1 4 684-0021 Brkt. As...

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchasewithin the United States of America, its possessionsand territories, MTD PRODUCTS INC will, at itsoption, repair or replace, for the original purchaser,free of charge, any part or parts found to bedefective in materia...