Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product E664F MTD
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IMPOR TANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFUL LY MTD PRODUCTS INC. P .O. B OX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 Model Numbers E662H, E642E 614E, E644E E664F, E6A4E Warning: This unit is equip.
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 Operator’s 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 A ATTACHING THE HANDLE ASSEMB L Y 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.
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: All references to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position.
7 3. Insert curved end of the Z fitting into the top hole in the triangular metal tab on the auger control grip. See Figure 5. Figure 5 4. Place the auger control grip on top of the left handle. The triangular metal tab must be between the handle and the grip bracket.
8 Figure 9 Figure 10 ATTACHING SHIFT ROD (Hardware D) 1. Place the shift lever in the fastest forward speed position. 2. Models 642, 662 : Rotate the shift arm assembly counter clockwise, as far as it will go. Insert the shift rod through the shift arm assembly.
9 ATTACHING CLUTCH CABLES (Hardware D) 1. Thread the hex jam nuts all the way up the threaded portion of the “Z” ends. 2. Make certain all cables are in the grooves of the cable roller guides. The roller guides are located in the lower rear of the unit.
10 4. Place one flat washer on the end of the chute crank, then insert the end of the crank into the hole in the plastic bushing in the chute crank bracket. See Figure 17. Figure 17 5. Place the other flat washer on the end of the chute crank, and insert hairpin clip into hole in the end of crank.
11 Adjusting The Skid Shoes The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted by adjusting the skid shoes. 1. Place skid shoes in the low position to remove snow close to the ground. Place skid shoes in a higher position to remove snow from uneven ground.
12 Figure 22 Figure 23 SECTION 7: OPERATION BEFORE S TARTING WARNING: Observe all Warning Labels on the snow thrower prior to use. See Figure 1. Your snow thrower is shipped with oil; however, you must check the oil level before operating. Be careful not to overfill.
13 Follow all instructions carefully. 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.
14 TO ENG AGE DRIVE/ AUGER 1. With the engine running near top speed, move shift lever into one of the FORWARD or 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.
15 5. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the jam nut on the traction drive cable, and thread cable in or out as necessary. 6. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached. Reassemble the frame cover with six self-tapping screws.
16 SECTION 9: LUBRICATION WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing any lubrication or maintenance. ENGINE Refer to engine manual for all engine lubrication instructions.
17 AUGER BE LTS NOTE: It is necessary to remove both belts in order to change either one. If changing just one belt, be certain to check the condition of the other belt. 1. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self-tapping screws.
18 Figure 32 CHANGING THE 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.
19 SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer. Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start Fuel tank empt y , or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line.
20 Gear Assembly All Models 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 RE F . NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 618-0123 Housing—L.H. 618-0124 Housing—R.H.
21 Blower Housing All Models 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 9 8 14 15 16 17 7 18 18 7 19 20 21 16 6 22 23 13 13 6 7 24 6 16 26 27 28 25 29 30 31 32 33 34 36 37 33 32 32 33 35 37 36 33 32 31 30 6 38.
22 Blower Housing RE F . NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 712-0116 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24 2 756-0178 Flat Idler 3 784-5632 Auger Idler Arm 4 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.
23 Handle Assembly All Models 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 6 7 16 16 17 18 18 19 19 20 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 24 23 31 32 33 23 34 35 23 36 7 37 38 22 39 40 41 39 42 43 44 45 46 17 47.
24 Handle Assembly RE F . NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 712-0116 Jam Lock Nut 3/8-24 2 732-0193 Compression Spring 3 736-0105 Bell Washer 4 784-5619A Shift Handle 5 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 6 736-0.
25 Frame Assembly All Models 1 1 2 3 4 4 5 5 6 16” Wheels 13” or 15” Wheels 4 7 7 8 9 10 10 11 11 12 1 5 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 25 26 28 29 26 1 1 30 31 32 33 34 8 35 Drive Clu.
26 Frame Assembly RE F . NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 710-1652 Hex Screw 2 784-5688 Drive Cable Guide Bracket 3 784-5687 Auger Clutch Cable Bracket 4 756-0625 Roller Cable 5 738-0924 Hex Screw 1/4-28 6 .
27 Engine and V-Belts 614E 2 3 4 5 6 7 4 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 16 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 1 RE F . NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 710-0599 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x.5 2 731-1324 Belt Cover 3 732-0339 Extension Spring 4 710-0627 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .
28 Engine and V-Belts E642E, E644E, E664F 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 21 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 RE F . NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 710-0896 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-14 x .625 2 731-1324 Belt Cover 3 831-00067 Electric Start 4 629-0071 Extension Cord 5 05896A Drive Clutch Bracket 6 710-3005 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.
29 Engine and V-Belts E6A4E, E662H 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 5 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 19 20 20 20 21 21 22 23 24 25 26 RE F . NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 710-0599 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .50 2 731-1324 Belt Cover 3 710-3005 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 4 732-0710 Spring Extension 5 710-0627 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .
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MANU FA CTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase within the United States of America, its possessions and territories, the manufacturer 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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