MTD Series 140 through E173 - Manual

MTD Series 140 through E173

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Table of Contents:

  • Page 2 – TABLE OF CONTENTS; FINDING MODEL NUMBER
  • Page 3 – SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; Training
  • Page 5 – SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Unpacking from carton; Hardware pack; Items required for assembly; Raising upper handle; Attaching control cable
  • Page 6 – Installing chute crank; Assembling the chute
  • Page 7 – SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
  • Page 8 – SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Fuel and oil mixture; Starting engine
  • Page 9 – SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS; Shave plate; Belt tension
  • Page 11 – SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE; General Recommendations; Lubrication; Customer Responsibilities
  • Page 13 – SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
  • Page 24 – MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:
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IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.

MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

Single Stage

Snow Thrower

Model Series

140 through E173

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

Warning:

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-

covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

Operator’s Manual

FORM NO

. 770-10000A.fm

(4/99)

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Summary

Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; FINDING MODEL NUMBER

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices .................................................................. 3 Assembling Your Snow Thrower ....................................................................... 5 Know Your Snow Thrower ........................................

Page 3 - SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; Training

3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. read and follow all instructions in this manualbefore attempting to operate your snow throw...

Page 5 - SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Unpacking from carton; Hardware pack; Items required for assembly; Raising upper handle; Attaching control cable

5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER Unpacking from carton • Cut along corners of the carton and lay it down flat.See Figure 1. Remove packing material. • Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e.,operator’s manual, etc.). • Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly forany remainin...

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