MTD 769-04179 - Manual (Page 10)

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4
Engine Controls
Recoil Starter
Handle
Choke
Control
Electric Starter
Outlet
(optional)
Electric Start
Button
(optional)
Primer
Safety
Key
Rocker
Switch
Oil Fill
Gas Cap
Chute Assembly
Clean-Out Tool
Drive Control
Two-Way Chute Control
Auger Control
Wheel Steering
Control
Skid Shoe
Chute
Directional
Control
Shift Lever
Headlight
Augers
Heated Handle Switch (optional)
Now that you have set up your snow thrower for opera-
tion, get acquainted with its controls and features. These
are described below and illustrated on this page. This
knowledge will allow you to use your new equipment to
its fullest potential.
NOTE: For detailed starting instructions and more
information on all engine controls, refer to the separate
engine manual packed with your unit.
Know Your Snow Thrower
Choke Control
The choke control is found on the top of the
engine and is activated by rotating the knob
counter clockwise. Activating the choke
control closes the choke plate on the carbure-
tor and aids in starting the engine.
Primer
Depressing the primer forces fuel directly into the engine’s
carburetor to aid in cold-weather starting.
Oil Fill
Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the
oil fill.
Safety Key
The safety key must be pushed in place in order for the
engine to start. Pull the safety key out to prevent unauthor-
ized use of equipment.
Rocker Switch
The rocker switch is used to stop the engine. The switch
must be in the “ON” position in order to start the engine.
Figure 4-1
Operating
Your Snow
Thrower
WARNING
Read, understand,
and follow all instruc-
tions and warnings
on the machine and
in this manual before
operating.
Use extreme care
when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable
and the vapors are
explosive. Never fuel
the machine indoors
or while the engine
is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes and
other sources of
ignition.
6
1
2
F
3
4
5
R2
R1 R
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located in the center of
the handle panel and is used to determine
ground speed and direction of travel. It can
be moved into any of eight positions.
IMPORTANT: Always release drive control
before changing speeds.
Forward: The snow thrower has six
forward (F) speeds. Position one (1) is the
slowest and position six (6) is the fastest.
Reverse: The snow thrower has two
reverse (R) speeds—R1 is the slower of
the two.