MTD E600E User Manual
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2.
Squeeze the auger control and the augers will
turn. Release it and the augers will stop.
3.
Squeeze the traction control and the snow
thrower will move. Release it and drive motion
will stop.
4.
NEVER move shift lever without releasing trac-
tion control.
TO ENGAGE AUGERS
To engage the augers and start the snow throwing
action, squeeze the auger control against the left
handle. Release to stop the augers.
TIRE CHAINS (Optional Equipment)
If your unit is not equipped with tire chains, you may
purchase them. Tire chains should be used when-
ever extra traction is needed.
OPERATING TIPS
NOTE:
Allow the engine to warm up for a few min-
utes as the engine will not develop full power until it
reaches operating temperature.
WARNING:
Temperature
of
muffler
and surrounding areas may exceed 150
degrees Fahrenheit. Avoid these areas.
1.
For most efficient snow removal, remove snow
immediately after it falls.
2.
Discharge snow downwind whenever possible.
Slightly overlap each previous swath.
3.
Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the scraper bar for
normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted
upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward
when using on gravel or crushed rock.
4.
Be certain to follow the precautions listed under
TO STOP ENGINE to prevent possible freeze-
up.
5.
Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each
use.
SECTION 7: ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:
NEVER attempt to clean
chute or make any adjustments while
engine is running. Refer to label in Fig-
ure 2 in safety section.
CHUTE ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT
The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by
adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. The
sharper the angle, the shorter the distance snow is
thrown. See Figure 19.
To adjust chute assembly, loosen the hand knob.
Pivot the top of the chute assembly to position
desired. Retighten the hand knob.
Figure 19
AUGER CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the auger control, refer to FINAL ADJUST-
MENT section of Assembly Instructions.
SHIFT ROD ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the shift rod, separate the shift rod and fer-
rule from the shift lever by removing the hairpin clip
and flat washer from the ferrule underneath the han-
dle panel. Refer to Figure 11. Adjust as specified in
the Assembly Instructions.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING:
If any adjustments are
made to the engine while the engine is
running (e.g. carburetor), keep clear of
all moving parts. Be careful of heated
surfaces and muffler.
Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to
compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, alti-
tude and load.
Refer to the separate engine manual packed with
your unit for carburetor adjustment information.
SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT
The space between the shave plate and the ground
can be adjusted. Refer to the ASSEMBLY section.
Hand Knob