MTD 642E - Manual (Page 10)

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SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
WARNING: Read, understand, and
follow all instructions and warnings on
the machine and in this manual before
operating.
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located in the center of the handle
panel. The shift lever may be moved into one of six
positions. Run engine with throttle in the fast positions
Run engine with throttle in the fast position. Use the
shift lever to determine ground speed. See Figure 14.
Forward
There are five forward speeds on this snow thrower.
Position one (1) is the slowest and position five (5) is
the fastest.
Reverse
Your snow thrower has two reverse (R) speeds. R1 is
the slower, while R2 is the faster of the two.
NOTE: Model 614, 644, 664, and 6A4 has five
forward positions and two reverse.
Auger Drive Control
The auger drive control is located on the left handle.
Squeeze the control grip to engage the augers.
Release to stop the snow throwing action.
Traction Control
The traction control is located on the right handle.
Squeeze the traction control grip to engage the wheel
drive. Release to stop.
Chute Directional Control
The chute directional control is located on left 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.
Clean-Out Tool
WARNING: Never use your hand to
clear a clogged discharged chute. Shut off
engine and remain behind handles until
all moving parts have stopped before
unclogging.
The chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the
auger housing with a mounting clip. The tool is
designed to clear a clogged discharged chute. Refer to
Operating Your Snow Thrower section for more detailed
information regarding the chute clean-out tool.
See Figure 14.
Figure 14
Choke
Primer
Rope
Start
Handle
Ignition
Key
Throttle
Control Model 664 Shown
Traction
Drive Clutch
Auger
Drive Clutch
Shift
Lever
Shift Lever
Auger
Discharge
Chute
Oil Fill
Gas Cap
Chute Directional
Control
Clean-out
Tool