Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 615 MTD
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IMPOR T ANT : READ SAFETY R ULES AND INSTR UCTIONS CAREFULL Y MTD PR ODUCTS INC. P .O . BO X 368022 CLEVELAND , OHIO 44136-9722 MODELS 615 E645E E665E Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal c.
2 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.
3 • 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. • Stop engine whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the collector/impeller housing or discharge guide, and making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
4 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.
5 SECTION 4: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK La y out the hardware according to the illustration f or identification pur poses. Part numbers are shown in parentheses.
6 SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: After assembly, service engine with gasoline, and check oil level as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position.
7 ASSEMBLING THE HANDLES AND HANDLE P ANEL (Hard ware B) 1. Raise both clutch grips. 2. Lower left and right handles down through handle panel between the pivot rod and the clutch grips and attach using hardware B. See Figure 2. Figure 2 3. Do not tighten at this time.
8 A TT A CHING THE CLUTCH CABLES (Hard ware D) 1. Thread hex nuts (J) onto the “Z” fittings (R) (see inset,). Insert “Z” fitting into hole in clutch grips.
9 3. Thread one hex nut (D) onto the eyebolt on the chute crank assembly until there is at least two inches of threads showing between the nut and the head of the eyebolt. See Figure 10. Figure 10 4. Place the eyebolt into the hole located half way up the left handle.
10 ADJUSTING THE SKID SHOES The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. For close snow removal on a smooth surface, raise the skid shoes into a high position on the auger housing. Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared is uneven.
11 THRO TTLE CONTROL (See Figure 15) The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine. SAFETY IGNITION KEY (See Figure 15) The ignition key must be inserted in the switch before the unit will start. Remove the ignition key when snow thrower is not in use.
12 Electric Starter WARNING: The optional electric starter is equipped with a three-wire power cord and plug, and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. It must be properly grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock which may be injurious to the operator.
13 T O ENGA GE DRIVE 1. With the engine running near top speed, move shift lever into one of the five FORWARD positions or two REVERSE positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions that exist. Use the slower speeds until you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower.
14 NOTE: If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be certain to remove it. A UGER CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT To adjust the auger clutch, refer to Final Assembly and Adjustments section on page 9. CARBURET OR ADJUSTMENT WARNING: If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running (e.
15 DRIVE AND SHIFTING MECHANISM Remove rear cover. Oil any chains, sprockets, gears, bearings, shafts, and shifting mechanism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a spray lubricant. Avoid getting oil on rubber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate.
16 Figure 23 7. Unhook the support bracket spring from the frame. NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the six nuts that connect the frame to the auger housing to aid in belt removal. 8. Lift the rear auger belt from the auger pulley, and slip belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley.
17 7. Slide the gear shaft to the right, then slide the friction wheel assembly from the shaft. 8. Remove the six screws from the friction wheel assembly (three from each side). Remove the friction wheel rubber from between the friction wheel plate. 9.
18 SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer. T rouble P ossible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine f ails to star t Fuel tank empty , or stale fuel. Block ed fuel line.
19 SECTION 13: ILLUSTRATED PARTS GEAR ASSEMBLY Ref. No. P ar t No. Description Ref. No. P ar t No. Description 1 618-0123 Housing—L.H. 11 721-0327 Seal-Oil 2 618-0124 Housing—R.
20 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 57.
21 HANDLE ASSEMBLY Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. Part No. Description 1 784-5717 Control P anel Ass’y (615) 33 784-5599 Handle T ab 784-5718 Control P anel Ass’y (E645, E665) 34 720-0274 Grip 2 710-0788 He x Bolt 1/4-20 x 1.
22 BLOWER HOUSING.
23 Ref. No. P art No. Description Ref. No. P art No. Description 1 784-5618 Housing, Bearing 24 715-0114 Spring Pin 2 05931 Housing, Bearing 25 731-1379 Adapter , Chute 3 618-0152 Gear Assembly (22&qu.
24 FRAME ASSEMBLY.
25 FRAME ASSEMBLY †Used with 13" Wheels ††Used with 16" Wheels WHEEL ASSEMBLIES Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. Part No. Description 1 618-0063 Bear ing Ass’y . 25 736-0242 W asher, Bell 2 656-0012A Ass’y ., Friction Wheel Disc 30 Lubricant 3 684-0013 Rod Shift, Wheel Driv e 31 738-0869 Axle† 4 684-0021 Br kt.
26 ENGINE AND “V” BELTS Ref. No. P art No. Description Ref. No. P art No. Description 1 05896A Brac ket 17 736-0331 W asher—Bell 2 629-0071 Cord, Extension 18 736-0505 Washer—Flat 3 710-0117 S.
27 ENGINE AND “V” BELTS Ref. No. P art No. Description Ref. No. P art No. Description 1 05896A Brac ket-Idler 16 736-0329 W asher-Lock 2 629-0071 Cord-Extension 110V† 17 736-0331 Washer-Loc k 3 .
MANUF A CTURER’S LIMITED W ARRANTY 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.
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