OPERATOR’S MANUAL MODELS E740 E760 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.
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 YOUR SNOW THROWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOLHEED ITS WARNING.
• Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing. • If the snow thrower should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. • Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of unit.
SECTION 2: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER This Operators Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain your snow thrower. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start to prepare your snow thrower for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the information from it in this Operators Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the MTD customer support department.
SECTION 4: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Lay out the hardware according to the illustration for identification purposes. Parts are illustrated approximately one-half size. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.) A B ATTACHING THE HANDLE ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" Long (710-3180) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4" Long (710-3015) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 3/4" Long (710-3008) Lock Washers 5/16" I.D.
SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING NOTE: Reference to right or left side of the snow thrower can be determined from behind the unit in the operating position. Left Handle 1. 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.). 2. Cut along dotted lines and lay end of carton down flat. Remove packing material. 3. Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for loose parts. 4.
Chute Assembly ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY (Hardware B) 1. Place chute assembly over chute opening, with the opening in the chute assembly facing the front of the unit. 2. Place chute flange keepers beneath lip of chute assembly with the flat side down. 3. Insert hex bolt up through chute flange keeper and chute assembly as shown in figure 5. Secure with hex lock nut. 4. After assembling all three chute flange keepers, tighten all nuts and bolts.
IMPORTANT: Attach the shift rod and clutch cables as follows. THEN CHECK THE ADJUSTMENTS AS INSTRUCTED, AND MAKE ANY FINAL ADJUSTMENTS NECESSARY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER. Failure to follow the instructions may cause damage to the snow thrower. ATTACHING THE SHIFT ROD Traction Drive Clutch (Hardware D) 1. Place the shift lever (on the handle panel) in the sixth (6) speed position (all the way forward). 2. Place the bent end of the shift rod into the hole in the shift arm assembly. See figure 9.
4. Attach track control cable to track control handle by inserting cable ball into slot on track control handle. Pull cable down and up until it snaps into front of track control handle. Repeat on other side. 5. Secure the track control cables to the inside of the lower handle using the cable ties provided. Pull the cable ties tight, and trim the excess ends of the cable ties. See figure 12. Track Cable Move the shift lever back to the fast reverse position, then all the way forward again.
SECTION 6: CONTROLS CHUTE CRANK (See figure 14) Auger Drive Clutch Traction Drive/ Auger Clutch Lock The chute crank is located on left hand side of the snow thrower. To change the direction in which snow is thrown, turn chute crank as follows: 1. Crank clockwise to discharge to the left. 2. Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.
SECTION 7: OPERATION GAS AND OIL FILL-UP 1. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. 2. Make certain the fuel shut-off valve is in the open (vertical) position. 3. Make certain the auger drive and traction drive clutch grips are in the disengaged (released) position. 4. Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert ignition key into slot. See figure 16. Be certain it snaps into place. Do not turn key. 5. Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold engine start). 6.
TO STOP ENGINE TO ENGAGE AUGERS 1. Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine. 2. To help prevent possible freeze-up of starter, proceed as follows. Connect power cord to switch box on engine, then to 120 volt AC receptacle. With the engine running, push starter button and spin the starter for several seconds. The unusual sound made by spinning the starter will not harm engine or starter.
SECTION 8: ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to clean chute or make any adjustments while engine is running. Drive Shaft CHUTE ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Refer to the Control section of this manual. Drive Cable Sprocket Shaft Pivot Rod Friction Wheel SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. Refer to the Final Adjustments section page 9.
SECTION 9: LUBRICATION WARNING: Disconnect SPROCKET SHAFT the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing any lubrication or maintenance. Lubricate the sprocket shaft with good all-weather multi-purpose light grease at least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation. Refer to figure 22. ENGINE IMPORTANT: Keep all grease and oil off of the rubber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate. Refer to engine manual for all engine lubrication instructions.
SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect 6. Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the auger housing. See figure 21. 7. Back out the stop bolt to allow the belts to slip between the bolt and auger pulley. See figure 22. the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing any repairs or maintenance. AUGER BELTS NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the six nuts that connect the frame to the auger housing to aid in belt removal. 1.
11. Slide the shaft into the hex I.D. of the sprocket, the spacer, and the left ball bearing, and secure with the bell washer and hex bolt. See figure 24. Friction Wheel Disc Friction Wheel Drive Belt Support Bracket Hex Nut Bell Washer Stop Bolt Figure 22 CHANGING THE FRICTION WHEEL RUBBER Track The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and should be checked after 25 hours of operation, and periodically thereafter.
SECTION 11: OFF-SEASON STORAGE NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL) is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach carburetor. Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Fill tank with clean, fresh mixture of gasoline and oil. Fuel will not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used. Clean fuel line. Blocked fuel line. Move switch to ON position Choke not in ON position Clean, adjust gap or replace. Faulty spark plug. Key not in switch on engine. Insert key. Connect spark plug wire. Spark plug wire disconnected.
Gear Assembly Ref. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Part No. 618-0123 618-0124 710-0642 711-0909 714-0161 715-0143 717-0526 717-0528 718-0186 721-0325 Description Housing-L.H. Housing-R.H. Screw Spiral Axle 26" Key Pin-Spiral Shaft-Worm Gear-Worm Collar-Thrust Plug Qty. 1 1 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Ref. No. 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Part No.
Handle Assembly 20
Handle Assembly Ref. No. 1 3 4 5 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 32 33 Part No. 684-0008 684-0103 684-0036 684-0037 710-0276 710-0451 710-0599 710-1003 711-0653 712-0116 712-3010 712-0429 714-0507 715-0138 720-0201A 720-0232 720-0274 720-0284 726-0102 731-0921 731-1300A 731-1391 732-0145 732-0193 732-0746 735-0199A 736-0105 736-0119 736-0159 736-0509 737-0133 Ref. Description Qty. No. Part No.
Blower Housing 26’’ Ref. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Part No. 05931 605-5193 605-5192 618-0121 684-0040A 710-0459 684-0065 705-5226 710-0134 710-0451 710-0604 710-0890 712-0116 712-0310 712-0429 712-0798 712-3024 715-0114 Description Housing-Bearing Spiral Assembly-L.H. 26" Spiral Assembly-R.H.
Track and Frame 23
Track and Frame 24
Track and Frame Ref. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 Part No.
Engine and V-Belts 3 Ref. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Part No. 05896A 629-0071 710-0627 710-1245 710-0230 710-0342 710-0696 710-0896 712-0181 731-1324 732-0710 736-0119 736-0242 736-0247 736-0270 Description Bracket-Idler Cord-Extension 110V Screw-Hex Screw-Hex Screw-Hex Screw-Hex Screw-Hex Screw-Hex Nut-Hex Cover-Belt Spring Washer-Lock Washer-Bell Washer-Flat Washer-Bell Qty. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Ref. No. 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 26 Part No.
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase within the United States of America, its possessions and territories, MTD PRODUCTS INC will, at its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
