MTD H660G - Manual

5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER Loose Parts The augers are secured to the auger shaft with two shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the bolts may shear. Two replacement shear bolts and nuts are provided for your conveni...

6 IMPORTANT: The cable should have very little slack, but should NOT be tight. An overtightened cable may prohibit the auger and drive from disengaging. WARNING: Over-tightening the cable may prohibit the auger and drive from disengagingand compromise the safety of the snowthrower. Do NOT overtighte...

7 Figure 7 Heated Handles Switch The heated handles switch is located on the right side of the snow thrower handle panel. To activate the heated handles, toggle the switch to the right to generate heat within the handles. Toggle the heated handles switch to the left into the OFF position after using...

8 SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Before Starting WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machineand in this manual before operating. • The spark plug wire was disconnected for safety. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug before starting. Gas And Oil Fill-up...

10 Figure 9 • Repeat Auger Control Test to verify proper adjustment has been achieved. Chute Clean-Out Tool The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip (Refer to Figure 7). If the discharge chute becomes clogged during operation, proceed as...

11 SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in the operator’smanual. Tire Pressure (Pneumatic Tires) • The tires are over-inflated for shipping purposes. Before operating, check tire pressure and reduce, if necess...

12 Shift Rod To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows.• Remove the hairpin clip and slide the shift rod connector up, to separate the upper shift rod from the lower shift rod. See Figure 13. • Place the shift lever into the sixth (6) position. • Rotate the shift arm clockwise (from the operator’s...

13 Both Wheels Driving: Inser t the click pin through the hole in the hub of the rim and the inside hole on the snow thrower’s right axle. This position is good for heavy snow as there is power drive in both wheels. IMPORTANT: Never operate the snow thrower with the click pin inserted through both t...

14 Traction Control / Auger Control Lock The cams on the ends of the control rods which interlock the traction drive and auger drive controls must be lubricated at least once a season or every 25 hours of operation. The cams can be accessed beneath the handle panel. Use a multi-purpose automotive gr...

15 Figure 20 • Roll the front and rear auger belts off the engine pulley. See Figure 21. Figure 21 • Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the auger housing. See Figure 22. • Back out the stop bolt to allow the belts to slip between the bolt and auger pulley. See Figure 23. NOTE: It may be ne...

16 Changing Friction Wheel Rubber The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and should be checked after 25 hours of operation, and periodically thereafter. Replace the friction wheel rubber if any signs of wear or cracking are found as follows: • Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, o...

17 NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits duringstorage. Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. • Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust. • Remove spark plug and pour one ounce of engine oil through spark plug hole int...

18 SECTION 10: PARTS LIST 14 10 2 14 12 16 3 20 60 63 67 65 55 54 8 17 11 22 21 18 4 1 11 15 19 7 48 24 31 45 9 51 40 46 47 53 59 29 68 69 69 27 82 70 72 72 73 27 68 71 74 27 56 76 77 78 79 11 15 75 81 27 83 80 13 13 57 58 58 66 62 5 5 38 35 39 9 43 26 25 31 40 41 9 50 11 24 52 28 37 9 49 61 64 23

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”warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years...