MTD 769-04101 - Manual (Page 11)

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Operating
Your Snow
Thrower
WARNING
The operation of
any snow thrower
can result in foreign
objects being thrown
into the eyes, which
can damage your
eyes severely. Always
wear safety glasses
while operating the
snow thrower, or while
performing any adjust-
ments or repairs on it.
Be sure no one other
than the operator is
standing near the snow
thrower while starting
engine or operating
snow thrower. Never
run engine indoors or
in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. En-
gine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly
gas. Keep hands, feet,
hair and loose clothing
away from any moving
parts on engine and
snow thrower.
Auger Control
The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze
the auger control to engage the augers. Release to stop
the snow throwing action. The drive control must also be
released in order to stop auger.
Drive Control / Auger Control Lock
The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze
the drive control to engage the wheel drive. Release to
stop.
This same lever also locks the auger control so you
can operate the chute crank without interrupting the
snow throwing process. If the auger control is engaged
simultaneously with the drive control, the operator can
release the auger control (on the left handle) and the
augers will remain engaged. Release the drive control to
stop the augers and wheel drive (the auger control must
also be released).
IMPORTANT: NEVER reposition the shift lever (change
speeds or direction of travel) without first releasing the
drive control and bringing the snow thrower to a complete
stop. Doing so will result in premature wear to the snow
thrower’s drive system.
Heated Handles Switch (If Equipped)
This switch is located on the right side of the snow
thrower dash panel. To activate the heated handles,
toggle the switch to the “ON” position to generate heat
within the handle grips. Toggle the switch to the “OFF”
position after using the snow thrower.
NOTE: The heated handles grips are a compliment to,
not a substitute for, proper cold weather outerwear for
the operator’s hands. It is recommended that the snow
thrower operator wear gloves/mittens to avoid extremities
of winter while operating this equipment.
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Two-Way Chute Control™)
This two-way control lever is meant to
control the distance of snow discharge from
the chute. Tilt the lever forward or rearward
to adjust the distance snow will be thrown.
Chute Directional Control
The chute directional control is
located on left side of the snow
thrower.
To change the direction in which
snow is thrown, turn chute direc-
tional control as follows:
• Crank clockwise to discharge to
the left.
• Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.
Wheel Steering Controls
The left and right wheel steering
controls are located on the underside
of the handles. Squeeze the right
control to turn right; squeeze the left
control to turn left.
NOTE: Operate the snow thrower in open areas until you
are familiar with these controls.
Chute Clean-Out Tool
WARNING: Never use your hands to
clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut
off engine and remain behind handles
until all moving parts have stopped
before unclogging.
The clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of
the auger housing with a mounting clip.
1. Release both the auger control and the drive/auger
control lock.
2. Stop the engine by pushing the rocker switch to the
“OFF” position, pull out the safety key.
3. Remove the clean-out tool from the mounting clip.
4. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to
remove any snow and ice in the chute assembly.
5. Re-fasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on
the rear of the auger housing and restart engine.
6. While standing in the operator’s position (behind the
snow thrower), engage the auger control for a few
seconds to clear any remaining snow or ice from the
chute assembly before continuing to clear snow.
Skid Shoes
Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions.
Adjust upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward
when operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces. See
“Making Adjustment” Section.
Headlight
The headlight is on whenever the engine is running.
CLOCKWISE TO
DISCHARGE LEFT
COUNTER CLOCKWISE
TO DISCHARGE RIGHT