MTD Series 140 thru 152 - Manual (Page 5)

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SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER
NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models.
Snow thrower features vary by model. Not all
features discussed in this manual are applicable to all
snow thrower models.
Contents of Carton
Carton contents are listed below with part numbers in
parentheses.
• Two Ignition Keys (725-0201)
• Bottle of 2 cycle oil
• Extension Cord (if so equipped)
NOTE: All references to left or right side of the snow
thrower is from the operating position only.
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire
and ground it against the engine to prevent
unintended starting.
Positioning the Upper Handle
• Remove packing material, if present, and loosen
the wing knobs found on each side of the handle.
• Making sure not to pinch or crimp the cable in the
process, pivot the upper handle into the operating
position as illustrated in Figure 1 until it clicks into
place.
• Tighten the wing knobs to secure the handle in
place.
Figure 1
Assembling the Discharge Chute
For shipping reasons, the snow thrower has been
packaged with the upper chute pivoted all the way
down. To pivot it upward, proceed as follows:
• Turn the chute until the chute opening is facing
straight ahead.
• Remove the wing knob, flat washer and carriage
bolt from the lower chute. See Figure 2.
• Pivot the upper chute upward over the lip on the
lower chute so that there is NO gap between the
upper chute and the lower chute. See Figure 2.
• Resecure with the hardware just removed.
CAUTION: Do not use the Chute
Handle to lift the machine.
Figure 2
Wing Knob
Carriage Bolt
and Flat Washer
Wing Knob