OPERATOR’S MANUAL SNOW THROWER MODEL E740F 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices................................................................... 3 Contents of Hardware Pack ............................................................................... 5 Assembling Your Snow Thrower........................................................................ 6 Know Your Snow Thrower ................................................................................. 9 Operating Your Snow Thrower..............................
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 manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.
3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. The clutch levers must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released. Never operate with a missing or damaged discharge chute. Keep all safety devices in place and working. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
SECTION 2: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Lay out the hardware according to the illustration for identification purposes. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.) A B ATTACHING THE HANDLES ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY Hex Bolts (710-3015) 1/4-20 x 3/4” Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1-3/4” (710-3180) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 3/4” (710-3008) Handle Tabs (784-5599) Lock Washers 5/16” I.D.
SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER NOTE: Reference to right or left side of the snow thrower can be determined from behind the unit in the operating position. • Unpacking • • • • Remove staples or break glue on the top flaps of the carton. Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.). Cut corners and lay end of carton down flat. Remove packing material. Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for loose parts.
Attaching Chute Directional Control • • Chute Directional Control Hairpin Clip (Hardware C) Thread one hex nut about halfway onto eye bolt on the chute directional control. Insert eye bolt through the hole provided in the left handle. See Figure 4. Secure with cupped washer (cupped side against the handle) and other hex nut. Do not tighten until after attaching the other end of the chute directional control.
• Make certain to check for correct adjustment of the shift rod as instructed in the Final Adjustment section before operating the snow thrower. Screw Attaching Control Cables Right Track Control The Z-end of the control cables are hooked into the control grips on each handle. Attach cables as follows: • Thread the hex jam nuts all the way up the threaded portion of the Z-ends of the control cables. • Make certain each cable is in groove of cable roller guides.
Traction Control and Shift Lever Adjustment IMPORTANT: It is NOT recommended that this snow thrower be operated on a gravel surface, as loose stones can be easily picked up and thrown by the machine. If you must operate on a gravel surface, ALWAYS adjust the skid shoes into the HIGH position to allow the shave plate maximum clearance. To check the adjustment of the traction control and shift lever, proceed as follows: • Move the shift lever into sixth (6) position. a.
Traction Control / Auger Control Lock Shift Lever Auger Drive Control Discharge Chute Closed Track Steering Control Open Electric Starter Button Primer Chute Directional Control Switch Box Choke Safety Ignition Key Auger Skid Shoe Throttle Control Recoil Starter Handle Figure 12 Shift Lever NOTE: It is easier to maneuver a non-running snow thrower with both track steering controls held in simultaneously.
Track Lock Lever 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 13. Packed Snow Transport: Raises the front end of the snow thrower for easy transport. Using proper caution, this position may also be used on many gravel driveways to clear snow while leaving gravel undisturbed.
• • • • Connect power cord to switch box on engine. Plug the other end of power cord into a three-hole, grounded 120 volt AC receptacle. Push starter button on top of the engine to crank engine. As you crank the engine, move choke knob to FULL choke position. 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.
SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENT Chute Directional Control And Support Bracket Adjustment WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s manual.
• • • • Skid Shoe Adjustment Place the shift lever into the sixth (6) position. Rotate the shift arm clockwise (from the operator’s position) as far as it will go. Thread the upper shift rod downward until the elbow on its lower end aligns with the hole found in the lower shift rod. Reconnect the upper shift rod to the lower shift rod by reinserting the hairpin clip removed earlier and sliding the shift rod connector back down into place.
Gear Case the seals could result. Be sure the vent plug is free of grease in order to relieve pressure. The gear case is lubricated with grease at the factory and does not require checking. If disassembled for any reason, lubricate with 2 ounces of Shell Alvania grease EPR00, part number 737-0168. Before reassembling, remove old sealant and apply new sealant. Engine Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for all engine lubrication instructions. IMPORTANT:Do not overfill the gear case.
• • Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the auger housing. See Figure 21. Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket rests on the auger pulley. NOTE: The support bracket must rest on the stop bolt after the new belt has been assembled. Servicing 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.
Sprocket WARNING: Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors, away from an open flame. Allow engine to cool. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel. Fuel left in engine for extended periods deteriorates and will cause starting problems.
SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start Cause 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Engine runs erratic Remedy 1. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel becomes stale after thirty days. Blocked fuel line. 2. Clean the fuel line. Choke not in the ON position 3. Move switch to the ON position Faulty spark plug. 4. Clean, adjust gap or replace. Safety key not in ignition switch on engine. 5. Insert the key fully into the switch. Spark plug wire disconnected. 6.
Model E740F 4 17 11 9 16 13 8 15 1 10 14 5 6 3 7 12 2 Ref. No. Part No. 3 Part Description 1. 618-0123 RH Housing 2. 618-0124 LH Housing 3. 710-0642 Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 4. 711-0909A Spiral Axle 26” 5. 714-0161 Hi-Pro Key, 3/16 x 5/8 6. 715-0143 Spring Spiral Pin, .25 x 1.25 7. 717-0528 Worm Gear, 20-tooth 8. 717-0526 Worm Shaft 9. 718-0186 Thrust Collar 10. 721-0325 Grease Plug 11. 721-0327 Grease Seal 12. 736-0351 Flat Washer, .76 x 1.5 x .
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Model E740F 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. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. Part No. 714-0507 747-0877 710-0599 784-5680 784-5679 748-0362 748-0363 732-0145 711-0653 720-0232 684-0037A 784-5681 784-5619A 784-5682 732-0746 684-0036 735-0199A 736-0509 736-0119 712-3010 746-0778 684-0103 712-0116 732-0193 736-0105 714-0104 736-0275 711-0677 710-0459A 720-0274 749-0910B Description Cotter Pin Rod Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .
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Model E740F Ref. No. Part No. Ref. No. Part Description Part No. Part Description 1. 712-0116 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24 24. 784-5618 Bearing Housing 2. 756-0178 Flat Idler 25. 710-0703 Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x .75 3. 784-5632A Auger Idler Arm 26. 710-0604 Hex Screw 5/16-18 4. 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50 27. 736-0169 Lock Washer 3/8 5. 738-0281 Shoulder Screw 28. 712-0798 Hex Nut 3/8-16 6. 736-0167 Flat Washer .656 ID x 1.25 OD 29. 741-0245 Hex Flange Bearing 7.
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Model E740F Ref. No. Part No. Part Description Ref. No. Part No. 710-0857 Part Description 1. 784-5648 Frame Cover 21. Tap Screw 1/4-20 x .75 2. 710-1652 Tap Screw 1/4-20 x .625 22. 736-0270 Bell Washer .265 ID x .75 OD 3. 748-0190 Spacer .508 ID x .75 OD 23. 736-0176 Flat Washer 1/4 ID x .93 OD 4. 732-0264 Extension Spring 24. 741-1111 Hex Flange Bearing 5. 712-0711 Jam Nut 3/8-24 25. 710-0643 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1” 6. 736-0105 Bell Washer .401 ID x .87 OD 26.
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Model E740F Ref. No. Part No. Ref. No. Part Description Part No. 618-0169 Part Description 1. 720-0223 Grip 29. Track/Steering Shaft Assy 2. 710-0604 Tap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 30. 683-0024 Track Hub Assembly 3. 784-5642 Track Lockout Plate 31. 713-0437 Chain 4. 710-0157 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-24 x .75 32. 741-0339 Flange Bearing 5. 736-0242 Bell Washer, .34 ID x .872 OD 33. 736-0287 Flat Washer, .793 x 1.24 x .06 6. 684-0038 Track Lock Handle Assembly 34.
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Model E740F Ref. No. Part No. Part Description 1. 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .625 2. 731-1324 Belt Cover 3. 732-0710 Extension Spring 4. 710-0627 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75 5. 710-3005 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 6. 05896A Drive Clutch Idler Bracket 7. 748-0234 Shoulder Spacer 8. 756-0985 Pulley Half 9. 754-0346 V-Belt 10. 756-0984 Pulley Half 11. 736-0270 Bell Washer 12. 710-0230 Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x .50 13. 756-0313 Flat Idler 14.
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) 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 commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship.
