MTD E645E Operator`s manual

Operator’s Manual

Snow Thrower

Models

615, E6A5E,

E645E, E665E

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 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.

In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 770-10025A

(6/99)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Content Page

Important Safe Operation Practices................................................................... 3

Contents of Hardware Pack ............................................................................... 5

Assembling Your Snow Thrower........................................................................ 6

Know Your Snow Thrower ................................................................................. 10

Operating Your Snow Thrower........................................................................... 11

Making Adjustments .......................................................................................... 13

Maintaining Your Snow Thrower ........................................................................ 14

Service............................................................................................................... 15

Off-Season Storage ........................................................................................... 17

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................. 18

Parts List ............................................................................................................ 19

FINDING MODEL NUMBER

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.

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Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer.

You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down at the dash panel. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below.

(Model Number)

(Serial Number)

MTD PRODUCTS INC

CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136

Copy the model number here:

Copy the serial number here:

CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.

Call 1- (330) 220-4MTD (4683) or 1- (800)-800-7310 to reach a Customer Support representative. Please have your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call .

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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

This Warning 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 symbol, heed its warning.

DANGER: Your Snow Thrower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This Snow Thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

TRAINING

• Read this operator's manual carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate this machine. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this machine before operating it.

Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a snow thrower. Children 14 years old and over should only operate snow thrower under close parental supervision. Only persons well acquainted with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your snow thrower.

• No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or while taking medication that impairs the senses or reactions.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially small children and pets.

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse.

• Use a grounded three wire plug-in for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors.

• Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surface.

• Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running (except where specifically recommended by manufacturer).

• Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before starting to clear snow.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine in any direction.

PREPARATION

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all door mats, sleds, boards, wires and other foreign objects.

• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting engine.

• Do not operate equipment without wearing adequate winter outer garments. Do not wear jewelry, long scarfs or other loose clothing which could become entangled in moving parts. Wear footwear which will improve footing on slippery surfaces.

• Before working with gasoline, extinguish all cigarettes and other sources of ignition. Check the fuel before starting the engine. Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors, while the engine is running, or until engine has been allowed to cool at least two minutes. Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine as it may cause a fire or explosion.

OPERATION

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

Keep clear of discharge opening and auger at all times.

• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.

• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove wire from spark plug, and thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower.

• 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. Never place your hand in the discharge or collector openings. Use a stick or wooden broom handle to unclog the discharge opening.

• Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit unattended. Disengage the collector/impeller, shift into neutral, stop the engine, and remove the key.

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• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain collector/impeller and all moving parts have stopped.

Disconnect spark plug wire and keep away from plug to prevent accidental starting.

• Do not run engine indoors, except when starting engine and transporting snow thrower in or out of building. Open doors. Exhaust fumes are dangerous.

• Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.

• Never operate snow thrower without guards, plates, or other safety protection devices in place.

• Never operate snow thrower near glass enclosure, automobiles, window wells, drop off, etc., without proper adjustments of snow thrower discharge angle.

Keep children and pets away.

• Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.

• Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.

• Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of unit.

• Disengage power to collector/impeller when transporting or not in use.

• Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of snow thrower (such as wheel weights, counter weights, cabs, etc.).

• Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run.

• Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, etc., at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure equipment is in safe working condition.

• Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present, such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like. Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

• Always refer to operator's manual instructions for important details if snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period.

• Run machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze up of collector/impeller.

• Check clutch controls periodically to verify they engage and disengage properly and readjust if necessary. Refer to operator's manual for adjustment instructions.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

DANGER

AVOID INJURY FROM

ROTATING AUGER -

KEEP HANDS, FEET

AND CLOTHING AWAY.

WARNING

1.

STOP ENGINE BEFORE REMOVING

DEBRIS AND SERVICING UNIT

2.

KEEP CLEAR OF IMPELLER WHILE

ENGINE IS RUNNING

3.

NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT

BYSTANDERS OR WINDOWS OR

ALLOW ANYONE IN FRONT OF

UNIT

4.

THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA

WHERE THE EQUIPMENT IS TO BE

USED AND REMOVE ALL DOOR

MATS, SLEDS, BOARDS, WIRES AND

OTHER FOREIGN OBJECTS

5.

REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR

FULL INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Labels Found on Snow Thrower

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SECTION 2: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Lay out the hardware according to the illustration for identification purposes. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.)

A

ATTACHING THE HANDLES

B

ATTACHING THE HANDLE PANEL

(2) Hex Bolts

5/16-18 x 1-3/4” Long

(710-3180)

(4) Carriage Bolts

5/16-18 x 1-1/2” Long

(710-0262)

(2) Hex Bolts

5/16-18 x 3/4” Long

(710-3008)

(2) Handle Tabs

(784-5599)

(4) Lock Washers

5/16” I.D.

(736-0119)

(4) Hex Nuts

5/16” Thread

(712-3010)

(4) Lock Washers

5/16” I.D.

(736-0119)

C ATTACHING THE SPEED SELECTOR PLATE

AND SHIFT LEVER

(4) Self-Tapping

Screws

1/4-20 x 1/2” Lg.

(710-0599)

D

ATTACHING THE CLUTCH CABLES

(2) “Z” Fitting

(746-0778)

(2) Hex Nuts

#10-24 Thread

(712-0121) (2) Hex Bolts

1/4-20 x 3/4” lg.

F

(710-3015) (2) Hex Lock Nuts

1/4” Thread

(712-3027)

ATTACHING THE CHUTE DIRECTIONAL

CONTROL ASSEMBLY

(2) Flat Washers

3/8” I.D. x 5/8” O.D.

(736-0185)

E

ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY

G

(1) Hair Pin Clip

(714-0104)

(2)Hex Nut

5/16” Thread

(712-3010)

(1) Cupped Washer

5/16” I.D.

(736-0242)

AUGER SHEAR BOLTS (SPARES)

(2) Shear Bolts

(710-0890A)

(6) Hex Bolts

1/4-20 x 3/4” Lg.

(710-3015)

(2) Hex Lock Nuts

5/16” Thread

(712-0429)

(6) Hex Lock Nuts

1/4” Thread

(712-3027)

(3) Chute Flange Keepers

(Not Shown) (731-0851)

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SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER

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.

Tools required for assembly

• Pair of Pliers

• Two adjustable wrenches

Unpacking

• 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.).

• Cut corner’s and lay end of carton down flat.

Remove packing material.

• Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for loose parts before discarding.

Loose parts in carton See Figure 1

A (2) Handles (Right and Left)

B (1) Handle Panel Assembly

C (1) Speed Selector Plate

D (1) Shift Lever

E (1) Chute Directional Control Ass’y.

F (1) Chute Assembly

(1) Hardware Pack

A

C

B

F

D

E

Figure 1

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Assembling the handles and handle panel (hardware a and b)

• Raise both clutch grips.

• Lower left and right handles (A) down through handle panel (B) between the pivot rod and the clutch grips and attach using hardware B. See

Figure 2.

Handle

Panel

Assembly(B)

Clutch Grip

Hex

Nuts

Left Handle (A)

Pivot Rod

Lock Washers

Carriage

Bolts

Figure 2

• Do not tighten at this time.

• Lay handle panel assembly behind snow thrower.

See Figure 3.

Lock Washer

Handle

Tabs

Hex Bolt

Hex Bolt

Lock Washer

Figure 4

Attaching speed selector plate and shift lever (hardware c)

• Assemble the speed selector plate (C) to the

outside of the handles as shown in Figure 5.

Secure using four self-tapping screws. See Figure

5.

• Insert the shift lever (D) through slot in the speed selector plate.

NOTE:

The bend in the lever should be towards the operator. Secure shift lever to the shift lever spring using two hex bolts and hex lock nuts. Tighten both bolts finger tight. At this point the shift lever and shift lever spring are not against each other. As you tighten the bolts and nuts with two wrenches they will pull together. See Figure 5.

Speed

Selector

Plate (C)

Shift Lever (D)

Self-Tapping

Screw

Hex Bolts

Shift Lever

Spring

Hex Lock

Nuts

Figure 3

• Insert 3/4” long hex bolts and lock washers through bottom holes in handles and bottom holes in snow thrower. Do not tighten.

• Raise handles up until upper holes in handles and upper holes in snow thrower frame line up.

• Secure with 1 3/4” long hex bolts, lock washers and handle tabs. See Figure 4.

Figure 5

• Tighten all hardware assembled to this point.

CLUTCH GRIPS MUST MOVE FREELY.

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Attaching the clutch cables (hardware d)

• Thread hex nuts onto the “Z” fittings (see insert,).

Insert “Z” fitting into hole in clutch grips. See Figure

6.

Chute

Assembly (F)

Hex Bolt

“Z” Fitting

Hex

Nut

Figure 6

• Route the left cable between engine and speed selector plate and then between handle panel and clutch lever pivot rod before threading onto the left

“Z” fitting. Assemble the right cable using the same route.

• Correct adjustment on cables is minimal slack but not tight. Tighten hex nuts when adjustment is correct.

NOTE:

If the right hand lockout cable is not adjusted correctly, the wheels will tend to turn. If the left hand lockout cable is not adjusted correctly, the augers will not stop rotating.

WARNING: There must not be any tension on either clutch cable with the drive or auger clutch grip in the disengaged (up) position. These clutches are a safety feature, and their function can be overridden if there is tension on either cable with the clutches disengaged.

Attaching the chute assembly

(hardware e)

• Place chute assembly (F) over chute opening, with the opening in the chute assembly facing the front of the unit. Place chute flange keepers beneath lip of chute assembly, with the flat side of chute flange keeper facing downward.

• Insert hex bolt up through chute flange keeper and chute assembly as shown in Figure 7. Secure with hex lock nut. After assembling all three chute flange keepers, tighten all nuts and bolts securely. Do not overtighten.

NOTE:

Lock nuts cannot be threaded onto a bolt by hand. Tighten with two adjustable wrenches. This type of nut is used where vibration occurs.

Hex Lock Nut

Chute Flange

Keeper

Figure 7

Attaching the chute directional control

(hardware f)

• Loosen the two hex nuts which secure the chute directional control bracket (see Figure 8) to the snow thrower housing.

Chute

Directional

Control

Bracket

Figure 8

• Place one flat washer over the end of the chute directional control, then insert the end of the control into the hole in the plastic bushing in the chute directional control bracket. See Figure 9. Place second flat washer on chute directional control, and secure with hairpin clip.

Flat

Washers

Chute

Directional

Control

Hairpin Clip

Hex Nuts

Chute Directional Control

Bracket

Figure 9

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• Thread one hex nut onto the eyebolt on the chute directional control assembly until there is at least two inches of threads showing between the nut and the head of the eyebolt. See Figure 10.

Left

Handle

Hex Nut

Cup

Side

Cupped

Washer

Crown

Side

Eyebolt

Final assembly and adjustments

Auger control clutch

To check the adjustment of the auger control clutch, push forward on the left hand clutch grip (depress the rubber bumper). There should be slack in the cable.

Release the clutch grip. The cable should be straight.

Make certain you can depress the auger control clutch grip against the left handle completely.

If necessary, loosen the hex lock nut and thread the cable in (for less slack) or out (for more slack) as necessary. Refer to Figure 12. Recheck the adjustment.

Tighten the lock nut against the cable when correct adjustment is reached.

2” of

Threads

Hex Nut

“Z” Fitting

Figure 10

• Place the eyebolt into the hole located half way up the left handle. Secure with cupped washer

(cupped side against the handle, see insert, Figure

10) and hex nut.

• Adjust the chute directional control support bracket

(see Figure 9) so that the spiral on the chute directional control fully engages the teeth on the chute assembly. Tighten the nuts on the chute directional control bracket securely. Tighten the hex nuts on the eyebolt.

• Check to make sure all nuts and bolts on the control panel and all four bolts which secure the handles to the frame are tight.

Cable

Hex Nut

Figure 12

Lamp wiring

(Models E645 and E665 only)

Wrap the wire from the lamp down the right handle until the wire can be plugged into the alternator lead wire under the fuel tank. Be sure the lamp wire does not interfere with the movement of any controls or cables.

Lamp Wire

Right Handle

Alternator

Lead

Figure 11

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Traction control clutch and shift lever adjustment

To check the adjustment of the traction control clutch and shift lever, move the shift lever all the way over to fifth (5) position. With the traction control lever released, push the snow thrower forward. The unit should move forward freely. Then engage the traction control clutch grip. The wheels should stop turning.

Now release the traction control clutch grip, and push the unit again. Move the shift lever back to the fast reverse position, then all the way over again. There should be no resistance in the shift lever, and the and the wheels should keep turning

If you have resistance when moving the shift lever or the wheels stop when they should not, loosen the jam nut on the traction control cable and unthread the cable one turn. If the wheels do not stop when you engage the traction control clutch grip, loosen the jam nut on the traction control cable and thread the cable in one turn. Recheck the adjustment and repeat as necessary. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached.

NOTE:

If you are uncertain that you have reached the correct adjustment, refer to the Adjustment section.

Adjusting the skid shoes

The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted.

For close snow removal on a smooth surface, lower the skid shoes into a low position on the auger housing.

Use a middle or higher position when the area to be cleared is uneven. See Figure 13.

Adjust skid shoes by loosening the four hex nuts and carriage bolts and moving skid shoes to desired position.

Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes. Retighten nuts and bolts securely.

Tire pressure

The tires are over inflated for shipping purposes.

Check tire pressure and reduce to 15 to 20 psi. Refer to tire sidewalls for recommended tire pressure.

NOTE:

If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the unit may pull to one side or the other.

Skid

Shoe Hex Nuts

Carriage Bolts

Figure 13

High Position

Low Position

SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR SNOWTHROWER

Shift lever

The shift lever is located below the handle panel. The shift lever may be moved into one of seven positions.

Run engine with throttle in the fast position. Use the shift lever to determine ground speed. See Figure 14.

Forward—one of five speeds. Position number one

(1) is the slowest. Position number five (5) is the fastest.

Reverse—two reverse speeds; R1 and R2. R2 is the faster reverse speed.

Auger Control Clutch

Traction Control Clutch

Chute Directional

Control

Shift Lever

Figure 14

Auger control clutch

The auger control clutch is located on the left handle.

Squeeze the clutch grip to engage the augers.

Release to stop the snow throwing action. See Figure

14.

Traction control clutch

The traction control clutch is located on the right handle. Squeeze the traction control clutch to engage the wheel drive. Release to stop. See Figure 14.

Chute directional control

The chute directional control is located on left hand side of the snow thrower. See Figure 14.

To change the direction in which snow is thrown, turn chute directional control as follows:

• Crank clockwise to discharge to the left.

• Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.

Throttle control

The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine. See Figure 15.

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Safety ignition key

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. See Figure 15.

Fuel cutoff valve

The fuel cutoff valve, located under the fuel tank, controls fuel flow from tank.

Closed

Open

SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER

Spark

Plug

Switch

Box

Starter Button

(Optional)

When connecting the power cord, always connect cord to starter on engine first, then plug the other end into a three-hole grounded receptacle.

When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug the end from the three-hole grounded receptacle first.

Choke

Primer

Starting engine

IMPORTANT: If unit shows any sign of motion (drive or augers) with the clutch grips disengaged, shut engine off immediately. Readjust as instructed in the “Final

Adjustments” section of the Assembly Instructions.

Ignition

Key

Throttle

Control

Figure 15

Rope Starter

Handle

Metal Loop on Spark

Plug Wire

Rubber Boot

Gas and oil fill-up

Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.

WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or while engine is hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.

Electric starter (optional)

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. 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 threewire grounded system, do not use this electric starter under any conditions. If your system is grounded and a three-hole receptacle is not available at the point your starter will normally be used, one should be installed by a licensed electrician.

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Figure 16

• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire

(inside the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug. See Figure 16.

• Make certain the fuel shut-off valve is in the open

(vertical) position.

• Make certain the auger control and traction control clutch grips are in the disengaged (released) position.

• Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert ignition key into slot. See Figure 15. Be certain it snaps into place. Do not turn key.

• Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold engine start).

• If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position instead of FULL.

• Connect power cord to switch box on engine. Plug the other end of power cord into a three-hole, grounded 120 volt AC receptacle.

• Recoil Start Only: Push primer button two or three times. If engine is warm, push primer button once only. See Figure 15.

NOTE:

Always cover vent hole in primer button when pushing. Additional priming may be necessary for first start if temperature is below 15

o

F.

• Electric Start: Push starter button on top of the engine to crank the engine. When engine starts, release starter button.

• Recoil Start: Grasp starter handle (see Figure 15) and pull rope out slowly, until it pulls slightly harder.

Let rope rewind slowly. Pull starter handle rapidly.

Do not allow handle to snap back. Allow it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle.

• Repeat step 9 until engine starts. If engine fails to start, repeat steps 8 and 9 until engine starts.

• As engine warms up and begins to operate evenly, rotate choke knob slowly to OFF position. If engine falters, return to FULL choke, then slowly move to

OFF position.

Stopping engine

• Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine.

• To help prevent possible freeze-up of starter, proceed as follows.

Electric Starter: 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.

Disconnect the power cord from receptacle first, and then from switch box.

Recoil Starter: With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four times. Pulling the starter rope will produce a loud clattering sound, which is not harmful to the engine or starter.

• To stop engine, remove the ignition key. Do not turn key. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended.

NOTE:

Do not lose ignition key. Keep it in a safe place.

Engine will not start without the ignition key.

• Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in the area of the control levers. Also, move control levers back and forth several times. Leave throttle control lever in the STOP or OFF position.

Leave choke control in the FULL choke position.

To engage drive

• 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.

• Squeeze the auger clutch grip and the augers will turn. Release it and the augers will stop.

• Squeeze the drive clutch grip and the snow thrower will move. Release it and drive motion will stop.

• NEVER move shift lever without releasing drive clutch.

To engage augers

To engage the augers and start the snow throwing action, squeeze the auger clutch grip against the left handle. Release to stop the augers.

Tire chains (optional equipment)

Tire chains should be used whenever extra traction is needed.

Operating tips

NOTE:

Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes as the engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.

WARNING: Temperature of muffler and surrounding areas may exceed 150 degrees Fahrenheit. Avoid these areas.

• For most efficient snow removal, remove snow immediately after it falls.

• Discharge snow downwind whenever possible.

Slightly overlap each previous swath.

• Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the scraper bar for normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward when using on gravel or crushed rock.

• Be certain to follow the precautions listed under ‘‘To

Stop Engine’’ to prevent possible freeze-up.

• Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.

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SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: NEVER attempt to clean chute or make any adjustments while engine is running.

Chute assembly adjustment

The distance snow is thrown can be controlled by adjusting the angle of the top section of the chute assembly.

Skid shoe adjustment

The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. Refer to the Final Assembly and

Adjustments section.

Traction control clutch adjustment

Refer to the Final Assembly and Adjustments section to adjust the traction control clutch. If you are uncertain that you have reached the correct adjustment, the adjustment can be physically checked as follows.

• With the snow thrower tipped forward (be certain to drain the oil and gasoline or drain the oil and place plastic film under the gas cap if the snow thrower has already been operated), remove the frame cover underneath the snow thrower by removing six self-tapping screws.

• With the traction control clutch released, there must be clearance between the friction wheel and the drive plate in all positions of the shift lever. With the traction control clutched engaged, the friction wheel must contact the drive plate. See Figure 17.

• If adjustment is necessary, loosen the lock nut on the traction control cable and thread the cable in or out as necessary. Tighten the lock nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached.

Reassemble the frame cover.

NOTE:

If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be certain to remove it.

Auger clutch adjustment

To adjust the auger clutch, refer to Final Assembly and

Adjustments section.

Carburetor adjustment

WARNING: If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running

(e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all moving parts. Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler.

Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude and load.

Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for carburetor adjustment information.

Friction

Wheel

Gear Shaft

Drive wheels

The wheels may be adjusted for two different methods of operation. The adjustment is made by placing the klick pins in one of two different holes on the right side of the unit. See Figure 18.

• One Wheel Driving—On the right side of the unit, place klick pin in the outside axle hole only. Do not place pin through wheel hub. This position gives power drive to the left wheel only, making the unit easier to maneuver.

• Both Wheels Driving—Rotate wheel assembly to align hole in hub with inner hole on axle shaft. Insert klick pin in hole. Outer axle shaft hole should be visible. See Figure 18.

Klick Pin in Hub and Inner Axle Hole

Drive

Plate

Figure 17 Outside

Hole in Axle

Figure 18

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SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing any repairs or maintenance.

Auger shaft

Remove shear bolts on auger shaft. Oil or spray lubricant inside shaft. See Figure 20.

Shear Bolts

Engine

Refer to engine manual for engine lubrication instructions.

ions in separate engine manual for draining oil, be sure to protect frame to avoid oil dripping onto transmission parts.

Wheels

Oil or spray lubricant into bearings at wheels at least once a season. Pull klick pin, remove wheels, clean and coat axles with a multipurpose automotive grease.

See Figure 19.

Klick

Pin

Axle

Oil Bearings or Spray Lubricant

Figure 19

Chute directional control

The worm gear on the chute direction crank should be greased with multipurpose automotive grease.

Bearings Bearings

Figure 20

Gear shaft

Lubricate the gear shaft with a good all-weather multipurpose light grease at least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation.

IMPORTANT: Keep all grease and oil off of the friction wheel and drive plate.

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.

Gear case

The worm gear case has been filled with grease at the factory. If disassembled for any reason, lubricate with

2 ounces of Shell Alvania grease EPR00, part number

737-0168. Before reassembling, remove old sealant and apply “Loctite 5699” or equivalent.

IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the gear case. Damage to the seals could result. Be sure the vent plug is free of grease in order to relieve pressure.

14

SECTION 8: SERVICE

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing any repairs or maintenance.

Auger belts

• Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self-tapping screws.

See Figure 21.

Engine

Refer to separate engine manual for all engine maintenance procedures.

Augers

The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear bolts and hex lock nuts. See Figure 20. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the bolts will shear.

If the augers will not turn, check to see if the bolts have sheared. A replacement shear bolt and hex lock nut have been provided with the snow thrower. When replacing bolts, spray an oil lubricant into shaft before inserting new bolts.

Shave plate and skid shoes

The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear. They should be checked periodically and replaced when necessary.

• To remove skid shoes, remove the four carriage bolts, cupped washers and hex nuts which attach them to the snow thrower. Reassemble new skid shoes with the four carriage bolts, cupped washers (cupped side goes against skid shoes) and hex nuts.

• To remove shave plate, remove the carriage bolts, cupped washers and hex nuts which attach it to the snow thrower housing.

Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of the carriage bolts are to the inside of the housing. Tighten securely.

Belt removal and replacement

WARNING: Remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground. Drain gasoline from the fuel tank, or place a piece of plastic film underneath the gas cap to prevent gasoline from leaking.

Belt

Cover

Figure 21

• Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.

• Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rest on the housing.

• Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower.

• Roll the front and rear auger belts off the engine pulley. See Figure 22.

NOTE:

5.0 HP model has only one auger belt.

• Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the auger housing. See Figure 23.

Rear Auger

Belt

Idler

Pulley

Self-Tapping

Screws

Drive

Belt

Engine

Pulley

Idler

Pulley

Figure 22

Engine

Pulley

Front

Auger

Belt

15

• 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.

• Lift the rear auger belt from the auger pulley, and slip belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley. See Figure 22. Repeat this step for the front auger belt.

• Replace both auger control belts by following instructions in reverse order.

Pin

Friction Wheel

Assembly

Friction

Wheel

Disc

Friction Wheel

Drive Belt

Support Bracket

Stop

Bolt

Support

Bracket

Auger

Belt

Auger

Pulley

Frame

Idler

Spring

Auger

Housing

Support

Bracket

Spring

Gear

Shaft

Figure 23

Drive belt

• Follow steps 1 through 4 of previous instructions.

• Pull idler pulley up, and lift belt off engine pulley and friction wheel disc. See Figure 22.

• Using an adjustable wrench, loosen the nut on the stop bolt until the support bracket rest on the auger pulley. See Figure 24.

• Slip belt between friction wheel and friction wheel disc. See Figure 24. Remove and replace belt.

Reassemble, following the instructions in reverse order.

NOTE:

The support bracket must rest on the stop bolt after the new belt has been assembled. See Figure 24.

Figure 24

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.

• Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.

• Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it rest on the housing.

• Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower.

• Remove the klick pins which secure the wheels, and remove the wheels from the axle.

• Using an adjustable wrench to hold the shaft, loosen, but do not completely remove, the hex nut and bell washer on the left end of gear shaft. See

Figure 25.

• Lightly tap the hex nut to dislodge the ball bearing from the right side of the frame. Remove the hex nut and bell washer from the left end of shaft.

• Slide the gear shaft to the right, then slide the friction wheel assembly from the shaft.

• Remove the six screws from the friction wheel assembly (three from each side). Remove the friction wheel rubber from between the friction wheel plate.

• Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the friction wheel assembly, tightening the six screws in rotation and with equal force.

• Slide friction wheel assembly back onto the gear shaft. Be sure to align the pin on the shift rod with the hole in the friction wheel assembly. See Figure

23. Reassemble in reverse order.

16

Hex Nut

Bell Washer

Figure 25

SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Warning: Never store engine with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.

• If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare engine for storage as instructed in the separate engine manual included with your unit.

• Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and equipment.

• Follow lubrication recommendations in section 9.

• Store in a clean, dry area.

NOTE:

When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rust proof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, springs, bearings and cables.

17

SECTION 10: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Trouble Possible Cause(s)

Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.

Blocked fuel line.

Choke not in ON position

Faulty spark plug.

Key not in switch on engine.

Spark plug wire disconnected.

Primer button not depressed.

Fuel shut-off valve closed

(if so equipped).

Improper gasoline and oil mixture.

Engine runs erratic Unit running on CHOKE.

Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

Corrective Action

Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.

Clean fuel line.

Move switch to ON position

Clean, adjust gap or replace.

Insert key.

Connect spark plug wire.

Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.

Open fuel shut-off valve.

Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.

Water or dirt in fuel system.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

Loss of power Spark plug wire loose.

Gas cap vent hole plugged.

Exhaust port plugged.

Engine overheats Carburetor not adjusted properly.

Excessive vibration Loose parts or damaged auger.

Unit fails to propel itself

Unit fails to discharge snow

Incorrect adjustment of drive cable.

Drive belt loose or damaged.

Discharge chute clogged.

Foreign object lodged in auger.

Incorrect adjustment of drive cable.

Drive belt loose or damaged.

Move choke lever to OFF position.

Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.

Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit or have carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.

Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

Remove ice and snow from cap. Be certain vent hole is clear.

Clean-see Maintenance section of engine manual.

Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit or have carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.

Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts. Make all necessary repairs. If vibration continues, have unit serviced by an authorized service dealer.

Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.

Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance section of this manual.

Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Clean discharge chute and inside of auger housing.

Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.

Remove object from auger.

Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.

Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance section of this manual.

Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer.

18

SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR MODELS 615E THROUGH E665E

16

1

12

9

5

8

13

10

3

7

2

11

4

14

15 17

6

4

5

6

7

8

REF.

NO.

1

2

3

PART

NO.

618-0123

618-0124

710-0642

711-1020

711-0908

714-0161

715-0143

717-0526

717-0528

718-0186

DESCRIPTION

Housing—R.H.

Housing—L.H.

Hex Screw 1/4-20 x .75

Spiral Axle 22"

Spiral Axle 24"

Key

Pin-Spiral

Shaft-Worm

Gear-Worm

Collar-Thrust

REF.

NO.

9

PART

NO.

721-0325

10 721-0327

11 736-0351

12 736-0369

13 736-0445

14 737-0168

15 741-0662

16 741-0663

17 618-0152

618-0120

Plug

Seal-Oil

Washer-Flat

DESCRIPTION

Washer-Flat

Washer-Flat

Grease

Bearing-Flange

Bearing-Flange

Ass’y. Complete 22"

Ass’y. Complete 24"

19

Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E

1

48

47

46

50

51

34

54

33

31

46

49

45

6

14

32

12

5

52

53

36

11

8

3

4

28 30

35

44

29

27

39

37

38

43

9

10 2

3

11

5

12

13

15

15

16

15

24

25

17

23

19

7

18

20

21

40

15

41

26

42

15

20

Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E

REF.

NO.

1

2

3

4

PART NO.

705-5234

705-5233

720-0274

784-5717

784-5718

5 735-0199A

6 749-0910B

7 749-0911B

8 629-0058

9 731-1500

10 747-0984

11 746-0778

12 712-0121

13 746-0897

14 746-0898

15 712-3010

16 736-0119

17 750-1053

18 726-0135

19 710-0262

20 726-0100

21 720-0201A

22 715-0138

23 705-5204A

24 736-0242

25 747-0697

26 735-0234

27 720-0223

† Models E645 and E665

DESCRIPTION

Clutch Lever Assembly - RH

Clutch Lever Assembly - LH

Grip

Control Panel Assembly (615,

E6A5E)

Control Panel Assembly (E645, E665)

Bumper Rubber

Handle RH

Handle LH

Light Harness †

Pivot Rod Cover

Pivot Rod

“Z” Fitting

Hex Nut

Auger Clutch Cable

Drive Clutch Cable

Hex Nut 5/16-18

Lock Washer 5/16

Spacer

Nut Cap

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5

Push Rod Cap

Chute Crank Knob

Roll Pin

Chute Crank Assembly

Bell Washer .340 ID x .873 OD

Eyebolt

Rubber Grommet

Grip

REF.

NO.

PART NO.

28 705-5265

705-5231

29 710-1652

30 710-1003

31 710-0599

32 712-0415

33 725-1300

34 731-1317

35 747-0904

36 710-3015

37 712-3027

38 732-0733

39 710-0788

40 784-5599

41 710-3180

42 710-3008

43 736-0185

44 714-0104

45 712-0429

46 736-0159

47 731-0921

48 720-0284

49 710-0276

50 710-0451

51 731-1300A

52 712-3027

53 731-0851A

54 710-3015

DESCRIPTION

Speed Selector Plate (1 Rev)

Speed Selector Plate (2 Rev)

Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .625 †

Hex Washer Screw #10 16 x .625 †

Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .50

Hex Nut †

Headlight 18 Watt †

Headlight Cover †

Shift Lever

Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 x .75

Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20

Shift Lever Support

Hex Washer

Handle Tab

Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1.75

Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x .75

Flat Washer 3/8 ID x .738 OD

Cotter Pin

Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18

Washer 5/16

Upper Chute

Knob 5/16-18

Carriage Screw 5/16-18 x 1.0

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75

Lower Chute

Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20

Chute Flange Keeper

Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 x .75

21

Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E

38

32

31

18

30

34

37

36

41

29

35

18

4

3

2 1

5

28

15

14

13

12

11 10

27

25

9

23

20

16

22

7

6

8

9 18

19

21

17

24

23

31

30

26

32

33

22

39

40

42

43

40

16

45

39

44

22

Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

1 712-0116

2 756-0178

3 784-5632

4 710-0459A

5 738-0281

6 736-0174

7 732-0611

8 712-3068

9 712-3010

10 736-0119

11 05931

12 741-0309

13 710-0451

14 705-5226

15 684-0052

684-0039A

16 712-3010

17 736-0119

18 736-0242

19 741-0475

20 784-5647

21 731-1379

22 712-0324

23 736-0463

24 710-0451

DESCRIPTION

Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24

Flat Idler

Auger Idler Arm

Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50

Shoulder Screw

Wave Washer

Extension Spring

Hex Nut 5/16-18

Hex Nut 5/16-18

Lock Washer 5/16

Housing

Ball Bearing

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18

Reinforcement Chute

22” Housing Assembly

24” Housing Assembly

Hex Nut 5/16-18

Lock Washer 5/16

Bell Washer

Bushing

Chute Crank Bracket

Chute Adapter

Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20

Flat Washer

Carriage Bolt

REF.

PART

NO.

NO.

25 710-0703

26 710-0604

27 736-0169

28 712-0798

29 710-0451

30 784-5580

31 736-0242

32 712-3010

33 784-5576

784-5581A

34 710-0260

35 684-0065

36 715-0114

37 618-0152

618-0120

38 605-5252

605-5188

39 736-0188

40 741-0493A

41 605-5253

605-5189

42 710-0890A

43 712-0429

44 741-0245

45 784-5618

DESCRIPTION

Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x .75

Hex Washer Screw 5/16-18

Lock Washer 3/8

Hex Nut 3/8-16

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75

Snow Shoe

Bell Washer

Hex Nut 5/16-18

22” Shave Plate

24” Shave Plate

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .62

Impeller Assembly

Pin

22” Gear Assembly

24” Gear Assembly

Spiral 22” RH

Spiral 24” RH

Flat Washer

Flange Bushing

Spiral 22” LH

Spiral 24” LH

Shear Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5

Lock Nut 5/16-18

Hex Flange Bearing

Bearing Housing

23

Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E

32

33

34

27

20

37

38

37

40

39

20

26

13

7 11

10

14

36

15

16

25

31

28

8

24

22

29

25

23

21

26

6

5

4

Drive Clutch

Cable

2

1

3

Auger Clutch

Cable

4

1

20

5

18

17

8

1

4

16” Wheels

7

13” or 15” Wheels

9 10

11

12

1

5

19

35

Blower

Housing

30

1 1

24

Models 31A-615, E6A5E, E645E, and E665E

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

1 710-1652

2 784-5688

3 784-5687A

4 756-0625

5 738-0924

6 684-0030

7 741-0563

8 736-0105

9 712-0116

10 741-0598

11 736-0188

12 784-5689A

13 710-0538

14 736-0242

15 714-0474

16 736-0160

17 710-0788

18 784-5590

19 784-5638

20 710-0599

21 736-0351

DESCRIPTION

Hex Screw

Drive Cable Guide Bracket

Auger Clutch Cable Bracket

Roller Cable

Hex Screw 1/4-28

Frame Assembly

Ball Bearing

Bell Washer

Lock Jam Nut

Hex Flange Bearing

Flat Washer

Front Support Guide Bracket

Lock Hex Screw

Bell Washer .340 ID x .872 OD

Cotter Pin

Flat Washer .536 ID x .930 OD

Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20

Frame Shift Bracket

Frame Cover

Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20

Flat Washer .760 ID x .50 OD

REF.

PART

NO.

NO.

22 717-1445

23 714-0126

24 717-1444

25 715-0249

26 714-0143

27 684-0042B

28 656-0012A

29 684-0013B

30 746-0897

31 748-0190

32 684-0021

33 732-0264

34 712-0711

35 746-0898

36 738-0869

738-0830

37 784-5617A

38 735-0243

39 718-0301A

40 618-0063

Gear

Key

7-Tooth Shaft

DESCRIPTION

Roll Pin

Klik Pin

Friction Wheel Assembly

Friction Disc Wheel

Wheel Shift Rod Assembly

Drive Cable

Spacer

Friction Wheel Bracket Assembly

Extension Spring

Jam Nut 3/8-24

Drive Cable

Axle 13” Wheels

Axle 16” Wheels

Friction Plate

Friction Wheel Rubber

Friction Wheel Hub

Friction Wheel Bearing

5

1

5

MODEL NO.

615

E6A5E

E645

E665

SIZE

13 x 4

13 x 5

13 x 5

13 x 5

2

4

3

WHEEL ASSEMBLIES

REF. NO. 1 REF. NO. 2 REF. NO. 3

WHEEL ASS’Y

COMPLETE

634-0114

TIRE

ONLY

734-1732

AIR

VALVE

734-0255

734-1714

734-1714

734-1714

734-1527

734-1527

734-1527

734-0255

734-0255

734-0255

REF. NO. 4

RIM

ONLY

734-1713

734-1713

734-1713

734-1713

REF. NO. 5

SLEEVE

BEARING (2)

714-0143

714-0143

714-0143

714-0143

25

Model 615

IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory

Approved Parts.

V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely.

1

2

3

4

5

13

15

22

16

20

16

12

11

10

9

8

4

7

6

24

23

25

21

19

18

17

14

26

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

1 710-1652

2 731-1324

3 732-0339

4 710-0627

5 710-3005

6 05896A

7 748-0234

8 756-0985

9 754-0343

10 756-0984

11 736-0270

12 710-0230

13 756-0313

DESCRIPTION

Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x.5

Belt Cover

Extension Spring

Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75

Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25

Drive Clutch Bracket

Shoulder Spacer

Pulley Half

V-Belt

Pulley Half

Bell Washer

Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x .50

Flat Idler

26

REF.

PART

NO.

NO.

14 710-1245

15 712-0181

16 756-0569

17 736-0242

18 736-0505

19 736-0507

20 754-0430A

21 756-0967

22 736-0247

23 736-0331

24 710-0696

25 748-0360

26 710-0654A

DESCRIPTION

Lock Cap Screw 5/16-24

Lock Jam Nut 3/8-16

Pulley Half

Bell Washer

Flat Washer

Washer

Belt

Auger Pulley

Flat Washer

Bell Washer

Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24

Pulley

Hex Washer Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0

Models E6A5E, E645E and E665E

IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory

Approved Parts.

V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely.

1

2

27

3

26

22

21

16

19

16

16

19

16

12 11

10

9

15

8

4

23

24

20

4

20

18

17

14

13

7

5

6

25

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

1 710-1652

2 731-1324

3 732-0710

4 710-0627

5 710-3005

6 05896A

7 748-0234

8 756-0987

9 754-0346

10 756-0986

11 736-0270

12 710-0230

13 756-0313

14 710-1245

DESCRIPTION

Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .50

Belt Cover

Extension Spring

Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75

Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25

Drive Clutch Idler Bracket

Shoulder Spacer

Pulley Half

V-Belt

Pulley Half

Bell Washer

Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x .50

Flat Idler

Lock Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24

REF.

NO.

15 712-0181

16 756-0569

17 736-0242

18 736-0505

19 754-0430A

20

PART

NO.

756-0967

21 736-0247

22 736-0331

Lock Jam Nut 3/8-16

Pulley Half

Bell Washer

Flat Washer

Belt

DESCRIPTION

Auger Pulley

Flat Washer 3/8 x 1.25 OD

Bell Washer

23 710-0696

24 748-0360

25 710-0654A

Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24

Adapter Pulley

Hex Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0

26 629-0071 Extension Cord

27 OEM-390-987 Electric Start

27

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD

PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) 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 material or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s Manual furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use of any accessory or attachment not approved by MTD Products Inc. for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damages.

Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to separate terms as follows: All normal wear part or component failures will be covered on the product for a period of

90 days regardless of cause. After 90 days, but within the two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered

ONLY IF caused by defects in material or workmanship of

OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and components include, but are not limited to, belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, shave plates and tires. Batteries are covered by a 90-day limited replacement warranty.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR

LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. To locate the dealer in your area, please check for a listing in the Yellow

Pages or contact the Customer Service Department of

MTD PRODUCTS INC by calling 1-800-800-7310 or writing to P.O. Box 368022, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. No product returned directly to the factory will be accepted unless prior written permission has been extended by the

Customer Service Department of MTD PRODUCTS INC.

This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases: a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items carry a separate manufacturer’s warranty. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer’s warranty on these items.

b. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck adjustments; and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure.

c. Log splitter pumps, valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty.

d. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States of America, its possessions and territories, except those sold through MTD’s authorized channels of export distribution.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other express warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral, except as mentioned above, given by any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product shall bind MTD. During the period of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of

the product as set forth above. (Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.)

The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales. MTD shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damages including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services, for transportation or for related expenses, or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted

product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.)

In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of the safety features of the product shall void this Warranty. You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and their property arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use the product.

This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser, original lessee or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift.

How State Law Relates to this Warranty: This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.