MTD 31AE5MLG729 Betreibershandbuch

Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • WarrantyWarning: This unit is equipped with an i

10Gas & Oil Fill-Up Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Tecumseh Engine manual packed separately with your snow thrower.

11To Engage Drive1. With the engine running near top speed, move shift lever to one of six FORWARD positions or two REVERSE positions. Select a speed

12Auger Control To adjust the auger control, refer to page 10.Shift CableIf the full range of speeds (forward and reverse) cannot be achieved, refer t

135Drive ControlWhen the drive control is released and in the disengaged “up” position, the cable should have very little slack. It should NOT be tigh

146Maintaining Your Snow ThrowerWARNINGBefore lubricating, repairing, or inspect-ing, disengage all controls and stop engine. Wait until all moving pa

156Maintaining Your Snow ThrowerAuger Belt ReplacementTo remove and replace your snow thrower’s auger belt, proceed as follows:1. Remove the plastic

16Augers• The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear pins and cotter pins. If the auger should strike a foreign object or ice jam, the

17Friction Wheel RemovalIf the snow thrower fails to drive with the drive control engaged, and performing the drive control cable adjust-ment on page

18Preparing EngineNOTE: Refer to the engine manual for more detailed information on preparing the snow thrower engine for storage.Short-Term StorageIt

19NOTE: This section addresses minor service issues. For further details, contact an MTD authorized service center or call (800) 800-7310 for assist

2Finding and Recording Model NumberPlease do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased, without first contacting Customer Suppor

209 194367503953274641444740491520453262492858122371454118524855513843313335279443433312133291625173310322242376Style LFor Parts Call 606-678-9623 or

219Illustrated Parts ListTo order replacement parts, call 1-800-800-7310 or visit www.mtdproducts.comNOTE: Snow thrower features and components va

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239Illustrated Parts ListTo order replacement parts, call 1-800-800-7310 or visit www.mtdproducts.comNOTE: Snow thrower features and components va

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259Illustrated Parts ListTo order replacement parts, call 1-800-800-7310 or visit www.mtdproducts.comWheel Assembly Wheel Size Rim Only Tire Only V

NOTES26For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983www.mymowerparts.comFor Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983www.mymowerparts.com

NOTES27For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983www.mymowerparts.comFor Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983www.mymowerparts.com

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

31Safety LabelsWARNINGThis symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property

42Safe Operation PracticesTraining1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble

5Operation1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/impeller housing or chute assembly. Contact with the rotating parts can amput

63Setting Up Your Snow ThrowerIMPORTANT: Two replacement auger shear pins are included with this manual (or stowed in the plastic handle panel). Refer

73Figure 5Figure 6Shear Pin StorageAn area for convenient shear pin storage is located under the plastic dash panel. See Figure 6.Chute Clean-Out Tool

84Operating Your Snow ThrowerNow that you have setup your snow thrower, it’s important to become acquainted with its controls and features.NOTE: For

94Operating Your Snow ThrowerWARNINGThe operation of any snow thrower can result in for-eign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your