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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

SNOW

THROWER

Model Series

611

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

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 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 770-10001E

(6/2002)

Summary of content (28 pages)

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL SNOW THROWER Model Series 611 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, 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.
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TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Hardware Pack .................................................................................................. 5 Assembling Your Snow Thrower ........................................................................ 6 Know Your Snow Thrower ................................................................................. 9 Operating Your Snow Thrower ..............
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SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION PRACTICES 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 manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symboliheed its warning.
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. Never operate witha missing ordamaged discharge telephone 1-800-800-7310 forassistance andthename chute.Keepallsafety devices inplaceandworking. ofyournearest servicing dealer. 5. Never runanengine indoors orinapoorly ventilated area.Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an MAINTENANCE ANDSTORAGE odorless anddeadly gas. 1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper 6. Donotoperate machine whileundertheinfluence of operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance and alcohol ordrugs.
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SECTION2: CONTENTSOFHARDWARE PACK Lay out the hardware according to the illustration below for identification purposes. Part numbers _arentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.) A_ ATTACHING THE HANDLES Hex Bolts 8 ATTACHING Lock Washers 736-0119 (4) _ '"'"''""" ©@ Hex Bolts 7!0-!680 (2) CLUTCH GRIPS Hex Lock Nut 712-0429 (2) Spacer 750-1032 (2) Hex Cap Screw 710-3103 (2) @@ (No Picture) (No Picture) Saddle 784.
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SECTION3: ASSEMBLING YOURSNOWTHROWER NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the BeforeAssembly operating position. The "operator's position" is defined as standing directly behind the snow thrower, facing the handle panel WARNING: Disconnect wire and ground it againstthe thespark engineplug to prevent unintended starting. Unpacking AttachingHandles(HardwareGroupA) • • • • Remove staples or break glue on top flaps of the carton.
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• Secure each clutch grip with a hex bolt threaded from the outside of each handle and tighten with hex lock nut under handle panel. See Figure 3. • AttachingHandlePanel(HardwareGroupC) • Position the handle panel between handles and insert two carriage bolts on each side and secure with lock washers and hex patch nuts. See Figure 4. Hex Cap Screw\ Carriage • Secure shift lever to the shift lever spring using two hex bolts (G) and hex lock nuts (H). Tighten both bolts finger tight.
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WARNING: Over-tightening the cable may prohibit the auger and drive from disengaging and compromise the safety of the snow thrower. Do NOT overtighten the cable. Hex Bolts & Hex Lock Nuts NOTE: Refer to Auger ControlTest in the Operation Section prior to operating your snow thrower. Read and follow all instructions carefully and perform all adjustments to verify your snow thrower is operating safely and properly. AttachingChuteAssembly Lower Chute Directional Control \ Bracket He: _luts (Hardware
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• • • Place the eyebott into the hole located half way up the left handle and secure with cupped washer and hex nut making sure that the cupped side of the washer is against the handle. Adjust the chute directional control bracket so that the spiral on the chute directional control fully engages the teeth on the chute assembly. Tighten all hardware. See Figure 10. Check to make sure all nuts and bolts on the control panel and all four bolts which secure the handles to the frame are tight.
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Shift Lever Auger Control Gas Fill Discharge Chute Oil Fill \\ _Chute Directional Control Clean-Out Tool \ &_;_ Primer J Aug_ , Skid Shoe Key Handle Throtth Control Figure 11 SECTION5: OPERATING YOURSNOWTHROWER BeforeStarting ToStartEngine • WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. WARNING: Use extreme care • when • handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
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• Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are not certain. • If your house wiring system is not a three-wire grounded system, do not use this electric starter under any conditions. 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. • • • • • • • the power cord from receptacle first, and then from switch box.
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• • DriftCutters (If Equipped) With the engine running in the FAST position and the auger control lever in the disengaged "up" position, walk to the front of the machine. Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating and shows NO signs of motion. Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow thrower in heavy drift conditions. On models so equipped, drift cutters are assembled to the auger housing inverted.
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SECTION6: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in operator's manual. Frame Cover Tire Pressure(PneumaticTires) • The tires are overinflated for shipping purposes. Before operating check tire pressure and reduce pressure to between 15psi and 20 psi. NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the unit may pull to one side or the other.
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ChuteAssembly WARNING: If any adjustments need to be made to the engine while the engine is running (e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all moving parts. Be careful of muffler, engine and other surrounding heated surfaces. The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by changing the angle of the chute assembly. To do so, stop the engine by removing the ignition key and loosen the plastic wing knobs found on either side of the discharge chute.
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SECTION7: MAINTAININGYOURSNOWTHROWER GearCase 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 starting. • The worm gear case has been filled with grease at the factory. If disassembled for any reason, lubricate with 2 ounces of shell grease, part number 737-0168. IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the gear case.
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SECTION8: SERVICING YOURSNOWTHROWER • or inspecting, Before WARNING: disengage servicing, all clutch repairing, 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 starting. • Engine Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for all engine maintenance procedures. shoes with the four carriage bolts, cupped washers (cupped side goes against skid shoes) and hex nuts. See Figure 21.
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Friction Wheel Disc Drive Belt Auger Belt Drive Pulley Idler Pulley\ Pulley Figure 25 Idler Pulley NOTE: The support bracket must rest on the stop bo/t after the new belt has been assembled. See Figure 25. Figure 23 • • Lift the rear auger belt from the auger pulley and slip belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley. Repeat this step to remove the front auger belt. See Figure 23. Reassemble both auger drive belts by following instructions in reverse order.
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If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare for storage as follows: Screws Friction Wheel Rubber • • • Friction Whe Plates NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. Figure 27 • • • • • Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the friction wheel assembly, tightening the six screws in rotation and with equal force. See Figure 27.
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SECTION9: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Water or dirt in fuel system. Carburetor out of adjustment. Spark plug wire loose. Gas cap vent hole plugged. Exhaust port plugged. Carburetor net adjusted properly, Incorrect fuel mixture. Loose parts or damaged auger. Loss of power Engine overheats Excessive vibration Unit fails to propel itself Incorrect adjustment of drive cable. Drive belt loose or damaged. Discharge chute clogged.
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ModelsSeries611 8 14 Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 16. 16. 17. 5 Size 13 x 4 13 x 5( w/22" Housing) 13 x 5( w/24" Housing) Ref. No. 1 Wheel Ass'y Complete 634-0114A 634-0166A 734-1714A Part No. 618-0123 618-0124 710-0642 711-1020A 711-0908 714-0161 715-0143 717-0526 717-0528 718-0186 721-0325 721-0327 736-0351 736-0369 736-0445 737-0168 741-0662 741-0663 618-0152A 618-0120A Wheel Assembly Ref. No. 2 Ref. No.
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ModelSeries611 IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts. V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. 2 \\\ \ 4 \ 11 \ \ \ \ lO \\ 15 t6. II 20 16 22 \ II II _ T 24 19 _21 Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
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ModelSeries611 1 3 4\ 15 \ 18 13 \ 14 \ \ 10 6 11 ,/ \ 32 19 22 21 38 23_ 24 \\\ J 18 % 37 16 4O / f 42 4O 39 22 22
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ModelSeries611 Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. PaN No. 712-0116 756-0178 784-5632B 710-0459A 738-0281 736-0167 732-0611 712-3068 712-3010 736-0119 05931A 741-0309 710-0451 705-5226 684-0052C 684-0039C 712-3010 736-0119 736-0242 741-0475 784-5647 731-1379C 712-0324 736-0463 710-0451 710-0703 710-0604A Ref. No. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. Description Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24 Fiat Idler Auger Idler Arm Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.
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ModelSeries611 36 2 11 15 \ 16 \ \ \ \ \ \ \ 12 \ \ __10 \ 23 20 25 33 44 43\\\\ 35 \ \_ 30 \\\ \42 24
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ModelSeries611 Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 10. 11, 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. Part No. 705-5234A 720-0204 750-1032 710-3103 712-3010 736-0119 735-0199A 705-5233A 710-0262 746-0778 684-0047A 705-5232A 684-0048A 705-5231 710-0599 720-0223 747-0904 710-3015 712-3027 732-0733 710-0788 736-0242 Ref. No. 24. 25. 27. Description Clutch Lever Assembly - RH Grip Spacer .325 ID x .460 OD Hex Cap Screw 5/16 -18 x 2.
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ModelSeries611 2O \\ 37 4 3 11 4 f41 For 16" wheel axle only 11 12 33.
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ModelSeries611 Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11, 12. 13. 14. 15. 18. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. Pa_ No. 710-0599 784-5688 784-5687A 756-0625 738-0924 784-5630A 741-0563 736-0105 712-0116 741-0598 736-0188 784-5689A 710-0538 736-0242 714-0474 736-0160 710-1107 784-5590 784-5638 710-1652 736-0351 717-1445 714-0126 Ref. No. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. Description Self-Tapp. Screw 1/4-20 x 0.
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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with d. respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories.