MTD 490-241-0032 Manual del operador

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019Printed In USASafe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshoot

10 Section 3— ASSembly & Set-Up7. Push the chute control rod toward the control panel until the hole in the rod lines up with the hole in the chu

11Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-UpOverhead Chute Control AssemblyHandle Assembly1. Place the shift lever in the Forward-6 position.2. Observe the l

12 Section 3— ASSembly & Set-Up3. Finish securing chute control assembly to chute support bracket with wing nut and hex screw removed earlier. S

13Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-UpNOTE: Make certain the cables are seated properly in the roller guides. See Figure 3-18.Figure 3-182. Secure the h

14 Section 3— ASSembly & Set-Up2. Close the flange keepers to secure the chute assembly to the chute base. The flange keepers will click into pla

15Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-UpSet-UpShear Pins Storage (if so equipped)A pair of replacement auger shear pins and bow tie cotter pins are include

16 Section 3— ASSembly & Set-UpAdjustmentsChute Assembly NOTE: Upper chutes on models with 4-Way Chute Control are also controlled by the Chute Di

17Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-UpAuger ControlWARNING! Prior to operating your snow thrower, carefully read and follow all instructions below. Perfo

Controls and Features418Snow thrower controls and features are described below and illustrated in Figure 4-1. Shift Lever (If so Equipped)The shift l

19Section 4 — controlS and FeatureSDrift Cutters (If so Equipped)The drift cutters are designed for use in deep snow. Their use is optional for normal

Thank you for purchasing an MTD Snow Thrower. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Ple

20 Section 4 — controlS and FeatureS2-Way Chute Directional Control (If so Equipped)The chute directional control is located on the left side of the d

Operation521Starting and Stopping the EngineRefer to the Engine Operator’s Manual packed with your snow thrower for instructions on starting and stopp

Maintenance & Adjustments622MaintenanceEngineRefer to the Engine Operator’s Manual packed with your snow thrower.Tire PressureRefer to the Assembl

23Section 6 — Maintenance & adjuStMentSAuger ControlRefer to the Assembly & Set-up section for instructions on adjusting the auger control cab

24 Section 6 — Maintenance & adjuStMentSChute Bracket Adjustment (If so Equipped)If the spiral at the bottom of the chute directional control is n

Se rvice725Belt ReplacementAuger BeltTo remove and replace your snow thrower’s auger belt, proceed as follows:1. Allow the engine to run until it is

26 Section 7 — ServiceNOTE: Multi-speed unit shown.Figure 7-58. Remove the belt from around the auger pulley, and slip the belt between the support b

27Section 7 — Service5. Carefully remove the hex nut which secures the hex shaft to the snow thrower frame and lightly tap the shaft’s end to dislodg

Tr oubleshooting828Problem Cause RemedyEngine fails to start 1. Choke not in CHOKE position.2. Spark plug wire disconnected.3. Fuel tank empty or s

Replacement Parts929Component Part Number and Description954-04050A Auger Drive Belt (22”, 24” & 26”)954-04260 Wheel Drive Belt (22”, 24” &

Important Safe Operation Practices23Training1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to

Attachments & Accessories1030The following attachments and accessories are available for your snow thrower. Phone (800) 800-7310 for information r

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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FORGDOC-100016 REV. CThe limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchase

4 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceSSafe Handling of GasolineTo avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gaso

5Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceSClearing a Clogged Discharge ChuteHand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is

6 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceSSafety SymbolsThis page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, u

Assembly & Set-Up37Contents of Carton• One Snow Thrower • Two Replacement Auger Shear Pins • One Product Registration Card• One Chute Control

8 Section 3— ASSembly & Set-UpNOTE: Make certain the cables are seated properly in the roller guides. See Figure 3-2.Figure 3-23. Secure the hand

9Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-Up3. Place chute onto chute base and ensure chute control rod is positioned under the handle panel. Install hex bolt