Troy-Bilt 31AH7T74063 - Manual

5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER Unpacking • Remove screws from the top sides and ends of the shipping crate. • Set panel aside to avoid tire punctures or personal injury. • Remove and discard plastic bag that covers unit. • Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., Operator’s Manual...

6 Figure 3 • Unwrap the headlight wire which is attached to the headlight, beneath the handle panel. Wind the headlight wire around the lower right handle until excess slack is removed. See Figure 4. • Plug the wire from the headlight into the alternator lead coming from the right side of the engine...

8 Track Lock Lever The track lock lever is located on the right side of the snow thrower and is used to select the position of the auger housing and the method of track operation. Move the lever to the right, then forward or backward to one of the three positions. See Figure 6. Transport: Raises the...

9 • When engine starts, release starter button, and move choke gradually to OFF. If engine falters, move choke immediately to FULL and then gradually to OFF. • When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug from the three-prong receptacle first and then from the snow thrower. Recoil Starter • Rota...

10 • Rotate the coupling end of the cable counterclockwise to provide more slack. • Retighten the hex jam nut. See Figure 7. • Repeat Auger Control Test to verify proper adjustment has been achieved. Figure 7 Chute Clean-Out Tool The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the a...

11 SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to make anyadjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in the operator’smanual. Chute Assembly The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by changing the angle of the chute assembly. Move the chute tilt control forward to de...

12 Shift Rod Adjustment 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 11. • Place the shift lever into the sixth (6) position. • Rotate the shift arm clockwise (from th...

14 SECTION 7: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, orinspecting, disengage all clutch levers andstop engine. Wait until all moving partshave come to a complete stop. Disconnectspark plug wire and ground it against theengine to prevent unintended starting. Augers • The au...

15 Figure 16 • Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower. • Roll the front and rear auger belts off the engine pulley. See Figure 17. • Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the auger housing. See Figure 18. • Back out the stop bolt until the support ...

17 • Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust. • Remove spark plug and pour one ounce of engine oil through spark plug hole into cylinder. Cover spark plug hole with rag. Crank engine several times to distribute oil. Replace spark plug. • Follow the lubrication recommendations found in the M...

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “Troy-Bilt” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of ...