Yard-man E663H - Manuals

5 SECTION 2: LOOSE PARTS The snow thrower is shipped with following loose parts in the carton. Please remove all loose parts from the carton before discarding it. See Figure 1 to identify the parts noting that these parts may be referred to again in the following sections of this manual. Part number...

6 Attaching Chute Directional Control For packaging purposes, the two-piece chute directional control was attached to the snow thrower on the two ends, but was kept loose at the middle. Assemble as follows: • Remove the hairpin clip from the chute directional control. Align holes on the upper and lo...

7 SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Be familiar with all the controls on the snow thrower and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. Auger Control The auger drive clutch is located on the left handle. Squeeze the clutch grip to engage the augers. Re...

8 Figure 6 SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Before Starting WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. Gas And Oil Fill-up • Check oil level and add oil if necessary. Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in ...

9 • If your home electrical system is grounded, but a three-hole receptacle is not available, one should be installed by a licensed electrician before using the electric starter. • If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows: • Connect power cord to switch box on engine. Plug t...

10 • 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. • While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow thrower) engage the auger. • Allow the auger to rem...

11 Operating Tips NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes as the engine will not develop full power until it reachesoperating temperature. WARNING: Muffler, engine and surrounding areas become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch. • Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the shave plate for...

12 Shift Rod Adjustment To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows. • Remove the hairpin clip and slide the connector up to separate the upper shift rod from the lower shift rod. See Figure 11. • Place shift lever in the sixth (6) Forward position. • Rotate the shift arm counterclockwise (from the ...

13 SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER Lubrication WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all clutch levers 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 star...

14 Shave Plate and Skid Shoes The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear. They should be checked periodically and replaced when necessary. To remove the skid shoes, proceed as follows: • Remove the four carriage bolts, bell washers and hex nuts which attach ...

15 • Slip belt between friction wheel and friction wheel disc. See Figure 18. Remove and replace belt. Figure 18 • Reassemble following the instructions in reverse order. NOTE: The support bracket must rest on the stop bolt after the new belt has been assembled. See Figure 18. Servicing Friction Whe...

17 SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel present in gas tank. 2. Blocked fuel line. 3. Choke not in ON position 4. Faulty spark plug. 5. Safety key not in ignition switch on engine. 6. Spark plug wire disconnected. 7. Primer button no...

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: 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 LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date o...