Operator's Manual Single-Stage Snow Thrower Models 230,$230 240,$240 250, S250 260,$260 IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark attester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Customer Support Important SafeOperationPractices Assembly Controls Operation Page 2 Content Maintenance Page 8 3 5 6 Service & Adjustments Accessories & Kits Illustrated Parts List 7 Warranty 8 11 12 Back Cover FINDINGMODELNUMBER This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION 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.
6. Donotoperate machine whileundertheinfluence of MaintenanceAndStorage alcohol ordrugs. tamper with safety devices. Check their proper 7. Muffler andengine become hotandcancause aburn.Do 1. Never operation regularly. nottouch. 2. Disengage the control handle and stop engine. Wait until 8. Exercise extreme caution whenoperating onorcrossing the auger/impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect gravel surfaces. Stayalertforhidden hazards ortraffic. the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to 9.
SECTION2: ASSEMBLING YOURSNOWTHROWER NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Snow thrower features vary by model. Not all features discussed in this manual are applicable to all snow thrower models. ContentsofCarton Carton contents are listed below with part numbers in parentheses. • • • Two Ignition Keys (725-0201) Bottle of 2 cycle oil Extension Cord (if so equipped) NOTE: All references to left or right side of the snow thrower is from the operating position only.
SECTION3: KNOWYOURSNOWTHROWER Chute Handle Starter Handle* Discharge Chute Primer Spark Plug Cover \ \ Fuel Cap Choke Ignition Key Upper Handle Shave Plate Electric Starter Plug (If So Equipped) Electric Starter Button (If So Equipped) Auger Control Handle Auger * Styles vary by model Figure 1 IMPORTANT:This unit runs on a mixture of gasoline and oil.
SECTION4: OPERATING YOURSNOWTHROWER read, understand,Before and follow instructions WARNING: startingall the engine, and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. Wing Knob Fuel AndOil Mixture Chute Handle \ Upper Chute handling gasoline. extremely WARNING: Use Gasoline extreme iscare when flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
SECTION5: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS ,_ Move the shave plate to desired position and retighten the nuts and bolts. Make certain all four nuts are securely tightened. adjustments the engine is running. WARNING: whileNEVER attempt to make any ShavePlate • To check the adjustment of the shave plate, place the unit on a level surface. The wheels, shave plate and augers should all contact the level surface. Note that if the shave plate is adjusted too high, snow may blow under the housing.
• • Installthereplacement drivebeltbyfollowingthe preceding stepsin reverseorder. Reattach thebeltcoverwiththefivehexscrews removedearlier. • • Adjust the shave plate as instructed in the Making Adjustments section on page 8 of this manual. Tighten the nuts securely before operating the snow th rower. Replacingthe ShavePlate Replacingthe Auger'sRubber Paddles The shave plate is subject to wear and should be checked periodically.
SECTION8: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Engine fails to start Cause Remedy 2. Key not in ignition switch or not in ON position. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Blocked fuel line Spark plug wire disconnected Faulty spark plug 3. 4. 5. 1. 2. Unit running with choke in ON position Fuel line blocked, or stale fuel 1. 2. 3. 4. Water or dirt in fuel system Carburetor out of adjustment 3. 4. Move choke lever to OFF position. Clean fuel line and fill tank with fresh, clean gasoline/oil.
SECTION9: ACCESSORIES & KITS The following accessories and kits are available for single-stage, two-cycle snow throwers. See the retailer from which you purchased your snow thrower, an authorized MTD Service Dealer or phone (800) 800-7310 for information regarding price and availability. MODEL OEM-390-697 DESCRIPTION Electric Start Kit (fits models with a two-cycle OEM-390-996 Tecumseh 3 HP or 3.5 HP engine) Electric Start Kit (fits models with a two-cycle Tecumseh 4.5 HP - 5.
SECTION10: PARTSLIST 81 43 74 73 26 78 46 41 7O 32 43 75 40 64 59 _ 39 43 "_ (_47 71 13 .
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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC 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 materials or workmanship.
