MTD Snow Blower E664F User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
Model Numbers  
E662H, E642E  
614E, E644E  
E664F, E6A4E  
Model Style 4 Shown  
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY  
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-  
Warning:  
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting  
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.  
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have  
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized  
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.  
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722  
PRINTED IN U.S.A.  
FORM NO. 770-10045A  
9/98  
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• If the snow thrower should start to vibrate  
abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately  
for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of  
trouble.  
• Never operate the machine at high transport  
speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use  
care when backing.  
• Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow  
anyone in front of unit.  
• Stop engine whenever you leave the operating  
position, before unclogging the collector/impeller  
housing or discharge guide, and making any  
repairs, adjustments, or inspections. Never place  
your hand in the discharge or collector openings.  
Use a stick or wooden broom handle to unclog the  
discharge opening.  
• Disengage power to collector/impeller when  
transporting or not in use.  
• Use only attachments and accessories approved  
by the manufacturer of snow thrower (such as  
wheel weights, counter weights, cabs, etc.).  
• Never operate the snow thrower without good  
visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing and  
keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run.  
• Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit  
unattended. Disengage the collector/impeller, stop  
the engine, and remove the key.  
• Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a  
burn. Do not touch.  
• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make  
certain collector/impeller and all moving parts have  
stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep  
away from plug to prevent accidental starting.  
4. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE  
• Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, etc., at  
frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure  
equipment is in safe working condition.  
• Do not run engine indoors, except when starting  
engine and transporting snow thrower in or out of  
building. Open doors. Exhaust fumes are  
dangerous.  
• Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank  
inside  
a
building where ignition sources are  
• Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.  
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction  
on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.  
present, such as hot water and space heaters,  
clothes dryers, and the like. Allow engine to cool  
before storing in any enclosure.  
• Never operate snow thrower without guards, plates,  
or other safety protection devices in place.  
• Always refer to operator's manual instructions for  
important details if snow thrower is to be stored for  
an extended period.  
• Never operate snow thrower near glass enclosure,  
automobiles, window wells, drop off, etc., without  
proper adjustments of snow thrower discharge  
angle. Keep children and pets away.  
• Run machine a few minutes after throwing snow to  
prevent freeze up of collector/impeller.  
• Check clutch controls periodically to verify they  
engage and disengage properly and readjust if  
necessary. Refer to operator's manual for  
adjustment instructions.  
• Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to  
clear snow at too fast a rate.  
WARNING - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to  
persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and  
on the machine.  
DANGER  
WARNING  
1. STOP ENGINE BEFORE REMOVING  
DEBRIS AND SERVICING UNIT  
2. KEEP CLEAR OF IMPELLER WHILE  
ENGINE IS RUNNING  
3.  
NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT  
BYSTANDERS OR WINDOWS OR  
ALLOW ANYONE IN FRONT OF  
UNIT  
4. THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA  
WHERE THE EQUIPMENT IS TO BE  
USED AND REMOVE ALL DOOR  
MATS, SLEDS, BOARDS, WIRES AND  
OTHER FOREIGN OBJECTS  
AVOID INJURY FROM  
ROTATING AUGER -  
KEEP HANDS, FEET  
AND CLOTHING AWAY.  
5. REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR  
FULL INSTRUCTIONS  
3396MW  
Figure 1  
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SECTION 2: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER  
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and  
maintain your snow thrower. Please read and understand what it says.  
Before you start to prepare your snow thrower for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the  
information from it in this Operator’s Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need  
help from your dealer or the MTD customer support department.  
• Every snow thrower has a model plate. You can locate it by standing behind the unit in the operating  
position and looking down at the rear frame below the engine. See Figure 2.  
This is where your model number will be.  
XXX-X-XXX-X-XXX XXXXXXXXXXX  
This is where your serial number will be.  
Copy the model number here:  
MTD PRODUCTS INC  
Copy the serial number here:  
CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136  
Figure 2  
SECTION 3: CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT  
If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any question regarding the controls,  
operation or maintenance of this snow thrower, please call the Customer Support Department. You can reach  
them by calling:  
1-800-800-7310  
Before you call, make sure that you have both your model and serial number ready. By having the model and  
serial number ready, you help the Customer Support Representative give you faster service. To find your  
units model and serial number, see SECTION 2: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER.  
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SECTION 4: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK  
Lay out the hardware according to the illustration for identification purposes. Parts are illustrated approximately  
one-half size. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not  
used on your unit.)  
ATTACHING THE HANDLE ASSEMBLY  
ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY  
A
B
Hex Bolts  
1/4-20 x 3/4" Long  
(710-3015)  
Hex Bolts  
5/16-18 x 1-3/4" Long  
(710-3180)  
Hex Bolts  
5/16-18 x 3/4" Long  
(710-3008)  
Hex Lock Nuts  
1/4-20 Thread  
(712-3027)  
Saddle  
(784-5599)  
Lock Washers  
5/16" I.D.  
(736-0119)  
Chute Flange  
Keepers  
(731-0851A)  
Carriage Bolts  
5/16-18 x 1-1/2" Long  
(710-0262)  
ATTACHING THE SHIFT ROD  
AND CLUTCH CABLES  
Hex Nuts  
5/16-18 Thread  
(712-3010)  
D
Hairpin Clips  
Ferrule  
(714-0104)  
(711-0677)  
ATTACHING THE CHUTE CRANK  
C
Flat Washers  
5/16" I.D. x 5/8" O.D.  
(736-0264)  
Flat Washers  
3/8" I.D. x 5/8" O.D.  
(736-0185)  
Hex Bolt  
5/16-18 x 1-1/2"  
Long  
(710-0442)  
Jam Nuts  
#10-24 Thread  
(712-0121)  
Lock Washer  
5/16" I.D.  
(736-0119)  
Hairpin Clip  
(714-0104)  
Hex Nut  
5/16-18 Thread  
(712-3010)  
“Z”-Fitting (R)  
(746-0778)  
ATTACHING THE CLUTCH GRIPS  
E
AUGER SHEAR BOLTS  
F
Hex Screw 5/16-18  
x 2.0 (710-0116)  
NOTE: The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear bolts and hex  
lock nuts. If you hit a hard foreign object or an ice jam, the snow thrower is  
designed so that the bolts may shear. Two replacement shear bolts and nuts are  
provided for your convenience. Store in a safe place until needed.  
Spacer  
.325 I.D. x .50 O.D. x .25  
(750-1032)  
Shear Bolts  
5/16-18 x  
1-1/2" Long  
(710-0890A)  
Hex Lock Nuts  
5/16-18 Thread  
(712-0429)  
Hex Top L-Nut  
5/16-18 (712-0429)  
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SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS  
IMPORTANT: After assembly, service engine with  
gasoline, and check oil level as instructed in the  
separate engine manual packed with your unit.  
Attaching the Handle Assembly.  
(Hardware A and E)  
Lay loose parts out on flat surface.  
NOTE: All references to right or left side of the  
snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in  
the operating position.  
1. Handle Panel  
2. Right Handle  
3. Left Handle  
5. Traction Drive Control  
Grip  
6. Right Grip Bracket  
7. Left Grip Bracket  
UNPACKING  
4. Auger Control Grip  
1. Remove staples or break glue on the top flaps of  
the carton. Remove any loose parts like  
operator’s manual or hardware pack included  
with unit.  
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2. Cut along dotted lines and lay end of carton  
down flat. Remove packing material.  
3. Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly  
for loose parts.  
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5
4
4. Extend cables out behind unit and lay them on  
the floor.  
5. Lay out the contents of the hardware pack  
according to the illustration in section 4 and  
identify each part.  
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6. Find the loose parts in the carton and lay these  
on the floor. See Figure 3. You should locate the  
following loose parts in the carton:  
Figure 3  
1. Attach left handle and grip bracket to handle  
panel with two carriage bolts, lock washers and  
hex nuts. (Be sure the bend in the grip bracket is  
towards the center of the handle panel. (See  
Figure 4.) Do not tighten at this time.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Handle Panel  
Right Handle  
Left Handle  
Auger Control Grip  
Traction Drive Control Grip  
Right Clutch Grip Bracket  
Left Clutch Grip Bracket  
Shift Rod (Not Illustrated)  
Chute Crank Assembly (Not Illustrated)  
Handle Panel  
Outer  
Edge  
of Handle  
Left Grip Bracket  
10. Chute Assembly (Not Illustrated)  
11. Hardware Pack (Not Illustrated)  
Panel  
TOOLS REQUIRED  
Carriage  
Bolts  
The snow thrower comes partly assembled in the  
carton. You will have to complete the assembly.  
Follow assembly instructions in this operator’s  
manual to make the job safe and easy. You will need  
the following tools to assemble the snow thrower.  
Hex Nuts  
Left Handle  
(curves in)  
Lock Washers  
A.  
B.  
Set of Wrenches (3/8", 9/16", 1/2" or  
adjustable)  
Pair of pliers  
Figure 4  
2. Locate auger control grip, part #4 in Figure 3.  
The triangular metal tab on the auger control grip  
must face the center of the handle panel.  
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3. Insert curved end of the Z fitting into the top hole  
in the triangular metal tab on the auger control  
grip. See Figure 5.  
5. Secure with hex bolt, spacer and lock nut. See  
Figure 6. (Do not overtighten this bolt as it will  
prevent the grips from automatically returning to  
their upright position.)  
6. Repeat process for the right side Traction Drive  
Control Grip.  
7. Lay handle assembly behind snow thrower. See  
Figure 7.  
Triangle  
Metal Tab  
Auger Control  
Grip  
“Z” Fitting  
Hex Bolt  
Figure 5  
4. Place the auger control grip on top of the left  
handle. The triangular metal tab must be  
between the handle and the grip bracket. See  
Figure 6.  
Lock Washer  
Figure 7  
Triangle  
Metal Tab  
8. Insert a hex bolt and lock washer through the  
lower hole on the bottom of the handle. See  
Figure 7.  
9. Hold the handle assembly up to the bottom of  
the snow thrower frame and thread the hex bolt  
into the lower hole in snow thrower frame. Do  
not tighten at this time. See Figure 8.  
Auger Control Grip  
Left  
Clutch Grip Bracket  
Hex Lock Nut  
Handle  
Spacer  
Figure 8  
10. Repeat process on the other side.  
11. Raise the handle assembly into the upright  
position and align the top holes in the handles  
with the top holes in the snow thrower frame.  
Attach using hex bolts, lock washers and  
saddles. (Curve in saddle must match the curve  
in the handle.) See Figure 9 and Figure 10.  
12. Tighten four carriage bolts and nuts used to  
attach the handle panel to the right and left  
handles in step 1.  
Hex  
Screw  
Handle  
Panel  
“Z” Fitting  
13. Tighten all hardware used to attach the handle  
assembly to the snow thrower frame.  
Figure 6  
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Traction  
Drive  
Clutch  
Shift  
Lever  
Ferrule  
Flat  
Washer  
Hairpin  
Clip  
Shift  
Rod  
Flat  
Washer  
Hairpin  
Clip  
Shift  
Arm  
Assembly  
Models 642 and 662  
Figure 9  
Figure 11  
Flat  
Washer  
Lock  
Washers  
Shift  
Lever  
Hairpin  
Clip  
Cable  
Roller  
Guide  
Hex Bolt  
3/4” Long  
Handle  
Tab  
Ferrule  
Shift  
Rod  
Hex  
Bolt 1-3/4”  
Long  
Flat  
Washer  
Figure 10  
Hairpin  
Clip  
Shift  
Arm  
Assembly  
ATTACHING SHIFT ROD  
(Hardware D)  
Models 614, 644, 664, and 6A4  
1. Place the shift lever in the fastest forward speed  
position.  
Figure 12  
3. Models 642, 662: Thread the ferrule up or down  
the shift rod and align with the lower hole on the  
wider side of the shift lever assembly behind the  
handle panel. See Figure 11.  
2. Models 642, 662: Rotate the shift arm assembly  
counter clockwise, as far as it will go. Insert the  
shift rod through the shift arm assembly. When  
installed the shift arm assembly should point to  
the right. Secure with flat washer and hairpin  
clip. See Figure 11.  
Models 614, 644, 664, and 6A4: Thread the  
ferrule onto the shift rod, up or down the shift rod  
and align with the far hole on the narrow side of the  
shift lever assembly behind the handle panel. See  
Figure 12.  
Models 614, 644, 664 and 6A4: Rotate the shift  
arm assembly counter clockwise as far as it will  
go. Insert the shift rod through the shift arm  
assembly. When installed, the shift arm  
assembly should point left. Secure with flat  
washer and hairpin clip. See Figure 12.  
4. Secure the ferrule to the shift arm assembly with  
flat washer and hairpin clip.  
NOTE: Make certain to check for correct  
adjustment of the shift rod as instructed in the FINAL  
ADJUSTMENTS section before operating the snow  
thrower.  
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ATTACHING CLUTCH CABLES  
(Hardware D)  
1. Thread the hex jam nuts all the way up the  
threaded portion of the “Z” ends.  
Chute  
Assembly  
Hex Bolt  
2. Make certain all cables are in the grooves of the  
cable roller guides. The roller guides are located  
in the lower rear of the unit. Lift the clutch grip in  
the raised (up) position.  
3. Thread the cable onto the threaded portion of the  
“Z” end until there is no slack in the cable, but the  
cable is NOT tight. Do not overtighten cable. See  
Figure 13.  
Hex Lock Nut  
Chute Flange  
Keeper  
WARNING: If cable is tightened so  
there is tension on the cable with the  
clutch grip released, the safety features  
of the snow thrower may be overridden.  
Figure 14  
ATTACHING THE CHUTE CRANK  
(Hardware C)  
1. Insert hex bolt through the upper chute crank  
bracket (located on the chute crank).  
See Figure 15.  
“Z” End  
Lock Washer  
Hex Nut  
Hex Jam  
Nut  
Hex Bolt  
Cable is  
Straight  
Upper Chute  
Crank Bracket  
Figure 15  
Figure 13  
2. Place the hex bolt into the hole provided in the  
left handle. Secure with lock washer and hex nut.  
Do not tighten at this point.  
4. When correct adjustment is reached, tighten the  
hex nut against the cable to lock it in position.  
3. Loosen the carriage bolts and hex lock nuts  
which secure the lower chute crank bracket to the  
extension on the left side of the chute assembly.  
See Figure 16.  
ATTACHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBLY  
(Hardware B)  
1. Place chute assembly over chute opening, with  
the opening in the chute assembly facing the  
front of the unit.  
Carriage Bolts  
Hex Lock Nuts  
2. Place chute flange keepers beneath lip of chute  
assembly, flat side down.  
3. Insert hex bolt up through chute flange keeper  
and chute assembly as shown in Figure 14.  
Secure with hex lock nut.  
Lower  
Chute  
Crank  
4. After assembling all three chute flange keepers,  
tighten all nuts and bolts securely, then back off  
1/4 turn to allow easier movement.  
Bracket  
Figure 16  
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4. Place one flat washer on the end of the chute  
crank, then insert the end of the crank into the  
hole in the plastic bushing in the chute crank  
bracket. See Figure 17.  
FINAL ADJUSTMENTS  
Auger Drive Clutch  
1. To check the adjustment of the auger drive clutch,  
push forward on the left hand clutch grip  
depressing the rubber bumper under the clutch  
grip. There should be slack in the cable.  
Flat Washer  
Chute Crank  
2. Release the clutch grip. The cable should be  
straight. Make certain you can depress the auger  
drive clutch grip against the left handle  
completely.  
Hairpin Clip  
3. If necessary, loosen the hex jam nut and thread  
the cable in (for less slack) or out (for more slack)  
as necessary. Refer to Figure 13. Recheck the  
adjustment. Tighten the jam nut against the cable  
when correct adjustment is reached.  
Chute Crank  
Bracket  
Figure 17  
5. Place the other flat washer on the end of the chute  
crank, and insert hairpin clip into hole in the end of  
crank. See Figure 17.  
Traction Drive Clutch and Shift Lever  
Adjustment  
6. Adjust the chute bracket so that the spiral on the  
chute crank fully engages the teeth on the chute  
assembly.  
To check the adjustment of the traction drive clutch  
and shift lever:  
7. Tighten the nuts on the lower chute crank bracket  
securely. Tighten the hex bolt and nut on the  
upper chute crank bracket on the handle.  
1. Move the shift lever all the way to the highest  
speed. With the traction drive lever released, push  
the snow thrower forward. The unit should roll  
forward.  
LAMP WIRING (If Equipped)  
2. Then engage the traction drive clutch grip. The  
wheels should stop turning.  
Lamp Wire  
Alternator  
Lead  
3. Now release the traction drive clutch grip, and  
push the unit again. Move the shift lever back to  
the fast reverse position, then all the way forward  
again. There should be no resistance in the shift  
lever, and the wheels should keep turning.  
Right Handle  
4. If you have resistance when moving the shift lever  
or the wheels stop when they should not, loosen  
the jam nut on the traction drive cable and  
unthread the cable one turn. If the wheels do not  
stop when you engage the traction drive clutch  
grip, loosen the jam nut on the traction drive cable  
and thread the cable in one turn. Recheck the  
adjustment and repeat as necessary.  
Figure 18  
1. Wrap the wire from the lamp down the right  
handle until the wire can be plugged into the  
alternator lead wire under the fuel tank. See  
Figure 18. Be sure lamp wire does not interfere  
with the movement of any controls or cables.  
5. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when  
correct adjustment is reached.  
IMPORTANT: After attaching the shift rod and  
clutch cables, check the adjustments as instructed,  
and make any final adjustments necessary before  
operating your snow thrower. Failure to follow the  
instructions may cause damage to the snow thrower.  
NOTE: If you are uncertain that you have reached  
the correct adjustment, refer to SECTION 8:  
ADJUSTMENTS.  
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Adjusting The Skid Shoes  
The space between the shave plate and the ground  
can be adjusted by adjusting the skid shoes.  
1. Place skid shoes in the low position to remove  
snow close to the ground. Place skid shoes in a  
higher position to remove snow from uneven  
ground. See Figure 19.  
Low Position  
High Position  
2. Adjust skid shoes by loosening the four hex nuts  
and carriage bolts and moving skid shoes to  
desired position. Make certain the entire bottom  
surface of skid shoe is against the ground to  
avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes. Retighten  
nuts and bolts securely.  
Hex Nuts  
Skid  
Shoe  
Carriage Bolts  
Figure 19  
WARNING: It is not recommended  
that you operate this snow thrower on  
gravel as loose gravel can be easily  
picked up and thrown by the auger  
causing an injury and/or damage to the  
snow thrower.  
SECTION 6: CONTROLS  
THROTTLE CONTROL  
SHIFT LEVER  
Thethrottlecontrolislocatedontheengine.Itregulates  
thespeedoftheengine. SeeFigure21  
(See Figure 22 for Model 642 and 662. See Figure  
23 for Models 614, 644, 664, and 6A4)  
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  
position. Use the shift lever to determine ground  
speed.  
SAFETY IGNITION SWITCH  
The ignition key must be inserted in the switch before  
the unit will start. Remove the ignition key when  
snow thrower is not in use  
Forward—Five forward speeds: position one (1) is  
the slowest; position five (5) is the fastest.  
Reverse—One reverse (R) speed.  
FUEL SHUT-OFF  
VALVE  
Closed  
The fuel shut-off valve,  
located under fuel tank,  
controls fuel flow from  
NOTE: Model 614, 644, 664, and 6A4 has seven  
positions.  
Open  
tank. (If equipped)  
Figure 20  
AUGER DRIVE CLUTCH  
See Figure 20.  
(See Figure 22 for Model 642 and 662. See Figure  
23 for Models 614, 644, 664, and 6A4)  
The auger drive clutch is located on the left handle.  
Squeeze the auger drive clutch against the handle to  
engage the augers. Release to stop the snow  
throwing action.  
Starter  
Handle  
TRACTION DRIVE CLUTCH  
(See Figure 22 for Model 642 and 662. See Figure  
23 for Models 614, 644, 664, and 6A4)  
The traction drive clutch is located on the right  
handle. Squeeze the traction drive clutch to engage  
the wheel drive. Release to stop.  
CHUTE CRANK  
Ignition  
Key  
(See Figure 22 for Model 642 and 662. See Figure  
23 for Models 614, 644, 664, and 6A4)  
The chute crank is located on left hand side of the  
snow thrower.  
Primer  
Choke  
Throttle  
To change the direction in which snow is thrown,  
turn chute crank as follows:  
Figure 21  
Crank clockwise to discharge to the left.  
Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.  
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Auger  
Drive  
Clutch  
Auger  
Drive  
Clutch  
Traction Drive  
Clutch  
Traction  
Drive  
Clutch  
Shift  
Lever  
Shift  
Lever  
Chute  
Crank  
Chute  
Crank  
Models 642 and 662  
Models 614, 644, 664, and 6A4  
Figure 22  
Figure 23  
SECTION 7: OPERATION  
BEFORE STARTING  
WARNING: Observe all Warning Labels  
on the snow thrower prior to use. See  
Figure 1.  
Metal Loop  
on Spark  
Plug Wire  
Rubber Boot  
Your snow thrower is shipped with oil; however,  
you must check the oil level before operating. Be  
careful not to overfill.  
Figure 24  
3. Make certain the auger and drive clutch levers  
are in the disengaged (released) position.  
The spark plug wire was disconnected for safety.  
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug before starting  
4. Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert  
ignition key into slot. See Figure 21. Be certain it  
snaps into place. Do not turn key.  
GAS AND OIL FILL-UP  
Check oil level and add oil if necessary. Service the  
engine with gasoline as instructed in the separate  
engine manual packed with your snow thrower.  
Read instructions carefully.  
ENGINE WILL NOT START  
UNLESS IGNITION KEY IS IN-  
SERTED INTO IGNITION  
SLOT  
IN  
CARBURETOR  
WARNING: Never  
fill  
fuel  
tank  
COVER. DO NOT TURN IGNI-  
TION KEY.  
indoors, with engine running or while  
engine is hot. Do not smoke when filling  
fuel tank.  
Electric Starter: (If Equipped)  
TO START ENGINE  
WARNING: The electric starter is  
equipped with a three-wire power cord  
and plug, and is designed to operate on  
120 volt AC household current. It must  
be properly grounded at all times to  
avoid the possibility of electric shock  
which may be injurious to the operator.  
Follow all instructions carefully. If the  
house wiring system is not a three-wire  
grounded system, do not use this  
electric starter under any conditions.  
NOTE: If unit shows any sign of motion (drive or  
augers) with the clutch grips disengaged, shut  
engine off immediately. Readjust as instructed in the  
Final Adjustments section of SECTION 5:  
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.  
1. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make  
certain the metal loop on end of the spark plug  
wire (inside the boot) is fastened securely over  
the metal tip on the spark plug. See Figure 24.  
2. Make certain the fuel cutoff valve is in the OPEN  
(vertical) position. See Figure 20.  
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Follow all instructions carefully. Determine that your  
house wiring is a three wire grounded system. Ask a  
licensed electrician if you are not certain. If your  
house wiring system is not a three-wire grounded  
system, do not use this electric starter under any  
conditions. If your system is grounded and a three-  
hole receptacle is not available at the point your  
starter will normally be used, one should be installed  
by a licensed electrician.  
4. Push primer button two or three times. Refer to  
Figure 21. If engine is warm, push primer button  
once only.  
NOTE: Always cover vent hole in primer button  
when pushing. Additional priming may be necessary  
for first start if temperature is below 15oF.  
5. Grasp starter handle (refer to Figure 21) and pull  
rope out slowly, until it pulls slightly harder. Let  
rope rewind slowly.  
When connecting the power cord, always connect  
cord to starter on engine first, then plug the other  
end into a three-hole grounded receptacle.  
6. Pull starter handle rapidly. Do not allow handle  
to snap back. Allow it to rewind slowly while  
keeping a firm hold on the starter handle.  
When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug  
the end from the three-hole grounded receptacle  
first.  
7. Repeat steps 6 and 7 until engine starts. If  
engine fails to start, repeat steps 5, 6 and 7 until  
engine starts.  
1. Make certain the auger drive and traction drive  
clutch grips are in the disengaged (released)  
position.  
TO STOP ENGINE  
2. Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert  
ignition key into slot. Refer to Figure 21. Be  
certain it snaps into place. Do not turn key.  
1. Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to  
help dry off any moisture on the engine.  
2. To help prevent possible freeze-up of starter,  
proceed as follows.  
3. Rotate choke knob to OFF position.  
4. Connect power cord to switch box on engine.  
Plug the other end of power cord into a three-  
hole, grounded 120 volt AC receptacle.  
Electric Starter:  
Connect power cord to switch box on engine, then to  
120 volt AC receptacle. With the engine running,  
push starter button and spin the starter for several  
seconds. The unusual sound made by spinning the  
starter will not harm engine or starter. Disconnect  
the power cord from receptacle first, and then from  
switch box.  
5. Push starter button on top of the engine to crank  
engine. As you crank the engine, move choke  
knob to FULL choke position.  
6. When engine starts, release starter button, and  
move choke gradually to OFF. If engine falters,  
move choke immediately to FULL and then  
gradually to OFF.  
Recoil Starter:  
7. Repeat steps 6 and 7 until engine starts. If  
engine fails to start, repeat steps 5, 6, and 7 until  
engine starts.  
With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid,  
continuous full arm stroke three or four times. Pulling  
the starter rope will produce a loud clattering sound,  
which is not harmful to the engine or starter.  
8. As engine warms up and begins to operate  
evenly, rotate choke knob slowly to OFF  
position. If engine falters, return to FULL choke,  
then slowly move to OFF position.  
3. To stop engine, remove the ignition key. Do not  
turn key. Disconnect the spark plug wire from  
the spark plug to prevent accidental starting  
while equipment is unattended.  
Recoil Starter.  
NOTE: Do not lose ignition key. Keep it in a safe  
1. Make certain the auger drive and traction drive  
clutch grips are in the disengaged (released)  
position.  
place. Engine will not start without the ignition key.  
4. Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor  
cover in the area of the control levers. Also,  
move control levers back and forth several  
times. Leave throttle control lever in the STOP or  
OFF position. Leave choke control in the FULL  
choke position.  
2. Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert  
ignition key into slot. Refer to Figure 21. Be  
certain it snaps into place. Do not turn key.  
3. Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold  
engine start).  
If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position  
instead of FULL.  
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TO ENGAGE DRIVE/AUGER  
WARNING: Temperature of muffler and  
surrounding areas may exceed 150oF.  
Avoid these areas.  
1. With the engine running near top speed, move  
shift lever into one of the FORWARD or  
REVERSE positions. Select a speed appropriate  
for the snow conditions that exist. Use the  
slower speeds until you are familiar with the  
operation of the snow thrower.  
• For most efficient snow removal, remove  
snow immediately after it falls.  
• Discharge  
snow  
downwind  
whenever  
2. Squeeze the left hand auger drive clutch to  
engage auger.  
possible. Slightly overlap each previous  
swath.  
3. While the left hand auger drive clutch is  
engaged, engage the right hand traction drive  
clutch.  
• Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the scraper bar  
for normal usage. The skid shoes may be  
adjusted upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust  
downward when using on gravel or crushed  
rock.  
NOTE: NEVER move shift lever without first  
releasing the drive clutch.  
• Be certain to follow the precautions listed  
under ‘‘To Stop Engine’’ in previous column to  
prevent possible freeze-up.  
TIRE CHAINS (OPTIONAL):  
Use tire chains when extra traction is necessary.  
• Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each  
use.  
OPERATING TIPS  
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few  
minutes as the engine will not develop full power  
until it reaches operating temperature.  
SECTION 8: ADJUSTMENTS  
WARNING: Never attempt to clean  
chute or make any adjustments while  
engine is running.  
ADJUSTING SKID SHOE  
The space between the shave plate and the ground  
can be adjusted by adjusting the skid shoe. Slide the  
skid shoe upwards and lower the housing to remove  
snow close to the ground. Slide skid shoe  
downwards and raise the housing to remove snow  
from uneven ground like gravel. For more details,  
refer to Adjusting the Skid Shoes in section 5.  
ADJUSTING CHUTE  
You can control the distance that snow is thrown by  
adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. The  
sharper the angle, the shorter the distance snow is  
thrown.  
ADJUSTING TRACTION DRIVE CLUTCH  
1. To adjust the chute, loosen the hand knob. See  
Figure 25.  
Refer to the Final Adjustments section on page 10  
for instructions to adjust the traction drive clutch. If  
you are not sure whether you have been able to  
adjust the traction drive clutch properly, check as  
follows.  
2. Pivot the top of the chute assembly to the  
position desired.  
1. Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower or put  
a plastic film under the gas cap if the snow  
thrower has already been operated. Tip the  
snow thrower forward onto the auger housing.  
2. Remove the frame cover underneath the snow  
thrower by removing the six self-tapping screws.  
3. With the traction drive clutch released, check if  
there is clearance between the friction wheel  
and the drive plate in all positions of the shift  
lever. For correct adjustment there has to be  
enough clearance.  
Hand  
Knob  
4. With the traction drive clutch engaged, check if  
the friction wheel is contacting the drive plate.  
See Figure 26.  
Figure 25  
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5. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the jam nut  
on the traction drive cable, and thread cable in  
or out as necessary.  
Models 614, 644, 664, and 6A4:  
3. Push down on the shift arm assembly as far as it  
will go. Thread the ferrule up or down the shift  
rod and align it with the hole closest to the shift  
knob on the narrow side of the shift lever  
assembly behind the handle panel.  
6. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when  
correct adjustment is reached. Reassemble the  
frame cover with six self-tapping screws.  
NOTE: Make certain to check for correct  
adjustment of the shift rod as instructed in the Final  
Adjustments section before operating the snow  
thrower.  
Friction  
Wheel  
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT  
WARNING: If any adjustments are  
made to the engine while the engine is  
running (e.g. carburetor), keep clear of  
all moving parts. Be careful of heated  
surfaces and muffler.  
Gear  
Shaft  
Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to  
compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,  
altitude and load.  
Drive  
Plate  
Refer to the separate engine manual packed with  
your unit for carburetor adjustment information.  
DRIVE WHEELS  
Figure 26  
The wheels may be adjusted for two different  
methods of operation. The adjustment is made by  
placing the klick pins in one of two different holes on  
the right side of the unit. See Figure 27.  
Note: If you had earlier placed plastic film under  
the gas cap, be sure to remove it once the  
adjustment to the traction drive clutch is done and  
the snow thrower frame is re-installed.  
1. One Wheel Driving—Place klick pin in the  
outside axle hole on the right side. This position  
gives power drive to the left wheel only, making  
the unit easier to maneuver.  
ADJUSTING AUGER CLUTCH  
To adjust the auger clutch, refer to the Final  
Adjustments in section 5.  
2. Both Wheels Driving—Place klick pin in the  
hole in the hub next to the rim on the right side.  
This position is good for heavy snow as there is  
power drive in both wheels.  
ADJUSTING SHIFT ROD  
1. Remove the hairpin clip and flat washer from the  
ferrule and remove the ferrule from the shift  
lever. Place the shift lever in the fastest forward  
speed position.  
Klick Pin in Hole  
in Hub Next to Rim  
Models 642, 662:  
2. Push up on the shift arm assembly as far as it  
will go. Thread the ferrule up or down the shift  
rod and align with the lower hole on the wider  
side of the shift lever assembly behind the  
handle panel. Secure the ferrule to the shift arm  
assembly again with the hardware earlier  
removed.  
Outside Hole  
in Axle  
Figure 27  
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SECTION 9: LUBRICATION  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug  
wire and ground against the engine  
before performing any lubrication or  
maintenance.  
GEAR CASE  
The gear case is lubricated with grease at the  
factory and does not require checking. If  
disassembled for any reason, lubricate with 2  
ounces of shell grease, part number 737-0168.  
ENGINE  
Refer to engine manual for all engine lubrication  
instructions.  
IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the gear case.  
Damage to the seals could result. Be sure the vent  
plug is free of grease in order to relieve pressure.  
WARNING: When following instruct-  
ions in separate engine manual for  
draining oil, be sure to protect frame to  
avoid oil dripping onto transmission  
parts.  
SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE  
AUGERS  
CHUTE CRANK  
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two  
shear bolts and hex lock nuts. Refer to Figure 28. If  
you hit a hard foreign object or ice jam, the snow  
thrower is designed so that the hex bolts will shear.  
If the augers will not turn, check to see if the bolts  
have sheared. Two replacement shear bolts and hex  
lock nuts have been provided with the snow thrower.  
For future use, order part number 710-0890 (shear  
bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5" long) and 712-0429 (hex insert  
lock nut 5/16-18 thread).  
The gear on the end of the chute crank should be  
greased with multi-purpose automotive grease once  
a season.  
AUGER SHAFT  
At least once a season, remove shear bolts on auger  
shaft. Oil or spray lubricant inside shaft. See Figure  
28. Also lubricate the auger bearings at least once a  
season.  
SHAVE PLATE AND SKID SHOES  
Shear Bolts  
The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the  
snow thrower are subject to wear. They should be  
checked periodically and replaced when necessary.  
To remove skid shoes, remove the four carriage  
bolts, belleville washers and hex nuts which attach  
them to the snow thrower. Reassemble new skid  
shoes with the four carriage bolts, belleville washers  
(cupped side goes against skid shoes) and hex nuts.  
Make certain the skid shoes are adjusted to the  
same level on both sides.  
To remove shave plate, remove the carriage bolts,  
belleville washers and hex nuts which attach it to the  
snow thrower housing. Reassemble new shave  
plate, making sure heads of the carriage bolts are  
to the inside of the housing. Tighten securely.  
Bearings  
Figure 28  
SPROCKET SHAFT  
Lubricate the sprocket shaft with a light oil at least  
once a season or after every 25 hours of operation.  
ENGINE  
Refer to separate engine manual for all engine  
maintenance procedures.  
IMPORTANT: Keep all grease and oil off of the  
rubber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate.  
BELT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT  
DRIVE AND SHIFTING MECHANISM  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug  
wire from the spark plug and ground.  
At least once a season or after every 25 hours of  
operation, remove the bottom frame cover. Lubricate  
any chains, sprockets, gears, bearings, shafts, and  
shifting mechanism at least once a season. Use  
engine oil or a spray lubricant. Avoid getting oil on  
rubber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate.  
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5. Roll the front and rear auger belts off the engine  
pulley. See Figure 30.  
AUGER BELTS  
NOTE: It is necessary to remove both belts in  
order to change either one. If changing just one belt,  
be certain to check the condition of the other belt.  
6. Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the  
auger housing. See Figure 31.  
7. Back out the stop bolt to allow the belts to slip  
between the bolt and auger pulley.  
See Figure 32.  
1. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the  
engine by removing the two self-tapping screws.  
See Figure 29.  
8. Lift the rear auger belt from the auger pulley,  
and slip belt between the support bracket and  
the auger pulley. See Figure 31. Repeat this  
step for front auger belt.  
2. Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or  
place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.  
3. Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it  
rests on the auger housing.  
9. Replace both auger drive belts by following  
instructions in reverse order.  
DRIVE BELT  
1. Follow steps  
instructions.  
1
through  
4
of previous  
2. Pull idler pulley up, and lift belt off engine pulley,  
idler pulley, and friction wheel disc.  
See Figure 30.  
Self-Tapping  
Belt  
Cover  
Screws  
3. Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket  
rests on the auger pulley. See Figure 32.  
4. Slip belt between friction wheel and friction  
wheel disc. See Figure 31. Remove and replace  
belt. Reassemble following the instructions in  
reverse order.  
NOTE: The support bracket must rest on the stop  
bolt after the new belt has been assembled. See  
Figure 32.  
Figure 29  
4. Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame  
cover underneath the snow thrower.  
Friction  
Wheel  
Drive  
Rear  
Belt  
Auger  
Belt  
Engine  
Pulley  
Front  
Auger  
Belt  
Support  
Bracket  
Rear  
Auger  
Belt  
Frame  
Engine  
Pulley  
Idler  
Pulley  
Idler  
Pulley  
Support  
Bracket  
Spring  
Front  
Auger  
Pulley  
Figure 30  
Auger  
Pulley  
Auger  
Housing  
Idler  
NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the six hex  
nuts that fasten the frame to the auger housing to  
aid in belt removal.  
Spring  
Figure 31  
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6. Lightly tap the hex nut to dislodge the ball bearing  
from the right side of frame. Remove the hex nut  
and bell washer from left end of shaft.  
Friction  
Wheel  
Disc  
Friction Wheel  
7. Slide the gear shaft to the right and slide the  
friction wheel assembly from the shaft.  
Drive Belt  
8. Remove the six screws from the friction wheel  
assembly (three from each side). Remove the  
friction wheel rubber from between the friction  
wheel plates.  
Support Bracket  
9. Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the  
friction wheel assembly, tightening the six screws  
in rotation and with equal force.  
Stop  
Bolt  
Position the friction wheel assembly up onto the pin of  
the shift rod assembly, and slide the shaft through  
the assembly. Reassemble in reverse order.  
Figure 32  
CHANGING THE FRICTION WHEEL  
RUBBER  
The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and  
should be checked after 25 hours of operation, and  
periodically thereafter. Replace the friction wheel  
rubber if any signs of wear or cracking are found.  
1. Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place  
a piece of plastic under the gas cap.  
Hex Nut  
Bell Washer  
2. Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it  
rests on the auger housing.  
3. Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame  
cover underneath the snow thrower.  
4. Remove the klick pins which secure the wheels,  
and remove the wheels from the axle.  
5. Using a 7/8" wrench to hold the shaft, loosen, but  
do not completely remove, the hex nut and bell  
washer on the left end of gear shaft. See Figure  
33.  
Figure 33  
SECTION 11: OFF-SEASON STORAGE  
2. Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and  
equipment.  
WARNING: Never store engine with fuel  
in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated  
areas, where fuel fumes may reach an  
open flame, spark or pilot light as on a  
furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or  
other gas appliance.  
3. Follow lubrication recommendations in section 9.  
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment  
in a poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care  
should be taken to rust proof the equipment. Using a  
light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any  
chains, springs, bearings and cables.  
1. If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare the  
engine for storage as instructed in the separate  
engine operator’s manual included with your unit.  
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SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE  
Trouble  
Possible Cause(s)  
Corrective Action  
Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty  
days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.  
Blocked fuel line.  
Clean fuel line.  
Choke not in ON position  
Faulty spark plug.  
Move switch to ON position  
Clean, adjust gap or replace.  
Key not in switch on engine. Insert key.  
Spark plug wire  
Connect spark plug wire.  
disconnected.  
Primer button not depressed. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.  
Fuel shut-off valve closed  
(if so equipped).  
Open fuel shut-off valve.  
Improper gasoline and oil  
mixture.  
Unit running on CHOKE.  
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.  
Move choke lever to OFF position.  
Engine runs  
erratic**  
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last  
over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.  
Water or dirt in fuel system.  
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.  
Carburetor out of adjustment. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit or have  
carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.  
Loss of power  
Spark plug wire loose.  
Gas cap vent hole plugged.  
Exhaust port plugged.  
Carburetor not adjusted  
properly.  
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.  
Remove ice and snow from cap. Be certain vent hole is clear.  
Clean-see Maintenance section of engine manual.  
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit or have  
carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.  
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten  
all bolts and nuts. Make all necessary repairs. If vibration  
continues, have unit serviced by an authorized service dealer.  
Engine overheats  
Excessive vibration Loose parts or damaged  
auger.  
Unit fails to propel Incorrect adjustment of drive Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.  
itself  
cable.  
Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance  
Drive belt loose or damaged. section of this manual.  
Unit fails to  
Discharge chute clogged.  
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Clean  
discharge snow  
discharge chute and inside of auger housing.  
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.  
Remove object from auger.  
Foreign object lodged in  
auger.  
Incorrect adjustment of drive Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.  
cable. Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance  
Drive belt loose or damaged. section of this manual.  
Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer.  
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Gear Assembly  
All Models  
9
1
5
8
12  
13  
6
10  
17  
16  
15  
14  
3
4
7
11  
2
REF.  
NO.  
1
PART  
NO.  
REF.  
NO.  
9
PART  
NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
Housing—L.H.  
DESCRIPTION  
618-0123  
618-0124  
710-0642  
711-0908  
711-0909  
711-0910  
714-0161  
715-0143  
717-0526  
717-0528  
718-0186  
721-0325  
721-0327  
736-0351  
736-0369  
736-0445  
737-0168  
741-0662  
741-0663  
618-0120  
618-0121  
618-0122  
Plug  
Seal-Oil  
Housing—R.H.  
Hex Screw 1/4-20 x .75  
Spiral Axle 24"  
Spiral Axle 26"  
Spiral Axle 28"  
Key  
Pin-Spiral  
Shaft-Worm  
Gear-Worm  
Collar-Thrust  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
2
3
Washer-Flat  
Washer-Flat  
Washer-Flat  
Grease  
Bearing-Flange  
Bearing-Flange  
Ass’y. Complete 24"  
Ass’y. Complete 26"  
Ass’y. Complete 28"  
4
5
6
7
8
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Blower Housing  
All Models  
8
7
6
9
5
10  
11  
38  
2
1
3
12  
4
8
9
14  
21  
13  
7
20  
15  
16  
18  
6
16  
13  
29  
30  
17  
31  
32  
7
34  
19  
18  
22  
23  
37  
33  
26  
24  
13  
33  
6
28  
16  
36  
27  
33  
6
37  
32  
7
25  
33  
31 30  
32  
6
35  
36  
32  
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Blower Housing  
REF.  
NO.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART  
NO.  
REF.  
NO.  
23 712-0798  
24 784-5580  
25 784-5581A  
784-5579A  
PART  
NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24  
Flat Idler  
Auger Idler Arm  
Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50  
Bushing  
DESCRIPTION  
Hex Nut 3/8-16  
Slide Shoe  
24” Shave Plate  
26” Shave Plate  
30” Shave Plate  
Impeller Assembly  
Pin  
712-0116  
756-0178  
784-5632  
710-0459A  
741-0475  
736-0242  
712-3010  
712-0324  
736-0463  
784-5575  
Bell Washer  
26 684-0065  
27 715-0114  
28 618-0120  
618-0121  
Hex Nut 5/16-18  
Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20  
Flat Washer  
8
9
24” Gear Assembly  
26” Gear Assembly  
28” Gear Assembly  
Hex Washer Screw 5/16-18  
Bearing Housing  
Hex Flange Bearing  
Flat Washer  
Flange Bushing  
Spiral 24” RH  
Spiral 26” RH  
Spiral 28” RH  
Spiral 24” LH  
Spiral 26” LH  
Spiral 28” LH  
Shear Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5  
Lock Nut 5/16-18  
Chute Crank Bracket  
10 705-5226  
11 731-1379  
12 710-0134  
13 710-0451  
14 738-0281  
15 736-0174  
16 712-3068  
17 732-0611  
18 736-0119  
19 05931  
20 741-0309  
21 684-0039B  
684-0040B  
684-0041B  
22 736-0169  
Reinforcement Chute  
Chute Adapter  
Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x .62  
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18  
Shoulder Screw  
618-0122  
29 710-0604  
30 784-5618  
31 741-0245  
32 736-0188  
33 741-0493A  
34 605-5188  
605-5192  
605-5196  
35 605-5189  
605-5193  
Wave Washer  
Hex Nut 5/16-18  
Extension Spring  
Lock Washer 5/16  
Bearing Housing  
Ball Bearing  
24” Housing Assembly  
26” Housing Assembly  
28” Housing Assembly  
Lock Washer 3/8  
605-5197  
36 710-0890A  
37 712-0429  
38 784-5647  
22  
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Handle Assembly  
All Models  
17  
16  
18  
17  
2
1
3
4
8
16  
20  
5
19  
20  
6
22  
27  
26  
25  
18  
23  
9
19  
10  
28  
7
11  
24  
21  
29  
13  
12  
30  
32  
38  
14  
39  
31  
22  
40  
15  
6
24  
23  
7
41  
23  
33  
39  
42  
35  
23  
43  
34  
47  
44  
29  
36  
7
45  
37  
46  
50  
51  
48  
49  
52  
23  
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Handle Assembly  
REF.  
NO.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART  
NO.  
REF.  
NO.  
27 710-3180  
28 710-0262  
29 684-0105  
684-0106  
PART  
NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
Jam Lock Nut 3/8-24  
Compression Spring  
Bell Washer  
Shift Handle  
Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24  
Flat Washer  
Cotter Pin  
Shift Knob  
Ferrule  
Push Cap  
Shift Rod  
Chute Knob  
Crank Chute  
Pin  
Shift Arm Assy  
Grip  
Clutch Lever Assy LH  
Clutch Lever Assy RH  
Spacer  
Rubber Bumper  
Cable  
Lever Bracket LH  
Lock Hex Nut 5/16-18  
Lock Washer 5/16  
Hex Nut 5/16-18  
Lever Bracket RH  
Handle RH  
DESCRIPTION  
Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1.75  
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.50  
Control Panel Assy - 2 Style  
Control Panel Assy - 4 Style  
Handle LH  
Chute Crank Bracket  
Hex Cap Screw 5/16/18 x 1.50  
Plastic Bushing  
712-0116  
732-0193  
736-0105  
784-5619A  
710-0459A  
736-0264  
714-0104  
720-0232  
711-0677  
30 749-0911A  
31 784-5678  
32 710-0805  
33 741-0475  
34 784-5599  
35 710-3103  
36 710-3008  
37 736-0185  
38 731-0921  
39 736-0159  
40 710-0451  
41 710-0276  
42 720-0284  
43 731-1300A  
44 712-3027  
45 731-0851A  
46 710-3015  
47 629-0058  
48 710-1652  
49 710-1003  
50 712-0415  
51 725-1300  
52 731-1317  
8
9
Handle Tab  
10 726-0100  
11 747-0921  
12 720-0201A  
13 747-0819  
14 715-0138  
15 684-0008A  
16 720-0274  
17 705-5233  
705-5234  
18 750-1032  
19 735-0199A  
20 746-0778  
21 705-5275  
22 712-0429  
23 736-0119  
24 712-3010  
25 705-5274  
26 749-0910A  
Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 2.0  
Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x .75  
Flat Washer  
Upper Chute  
5/16 Washer  
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75  
Carriage Screw 5/16-18 x 1.0  
Knob  
Lower Chute  
Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20  
Flange Keeper  
Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 x .75  
Round Light Harness  
Hex Tap Screw 1/4-20 x .625  
Hex Screw  
Hex Nut  
Headlight 18 Watts  
Headlight Cover  
24  
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Frame Assembly  
All Models  
27  
20  
37  
39  
20  
Drive Clutch  
Cable  
Auger Clutch  
Cable  
5
4
13  
1
7
11  
38  
6
3
10  
37  
40  
4
1
2
14  
15  
26  
5
36  
16  
25  
16” Wheels  
13” or 15” Wheels  
7
9
10  
11  
25  
31  
28  
12  
23  
21  
17  
8
18  
4
32  
33  
24  
22  
1
1
20  
29  
5
8
Auger Clutch  
Cable  
34  
19  
26  
35  
Blower  
Housing  
30  
1
1
25  
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Frame Assembly  
REF.  
NO.  
PART  
NO.  
REF.  
NO.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART  
NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
22 717-1445  
23 714-0126  
24 717-1444  
25 715-0249  
26 714-0143  
27 684-0042B  
28 656-0012A  
29 684-0013B  
30 746-0897  
31 748-0190  
32 684-0021  
33 732-0264  
34 712-0711  
35 746-0898  
36 738-0869  
738-0830  
Gear  
Key  
710-1652  
784-5688  
784-5687  
756-0625  
738-0924  
684-0030  
741-0563  
736-0105  
712-0116  
Hex Screw  
Drive Cable Guide Bracket  
Auger Clutch Cable Bracket  
Roller Cable  
Hex Screw 1/4-28  
Frame Assembly  
7-Tooth Shaft  
Roll Pin  
Klik Pin  
Friction Wheel Assembly  
Friction Disc Wheel  
Wheel Shift Rod Assembly  
Drive Cable  
Ball Bearing  
Bell Washer  
8
9
Lock Jam Nut  
Hex Flange Bearing  
Flat Washer  
Front Support Guide Bracket  
Lock Hex Screw  
Bell Washer .340 ID x .872 OD  
Cotter Pin  
Flat Washer .536 ID x .930 OD  
Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20  
Frame Shift Bracket  
Frame Cover  
Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20  
Flat Washer .760 ID x .50 OD  
Spacer  
10 741-0598  
11 736-0188  
12 784-5689A  
13 710-0538  
14 736-0242  
15 714-0474  
16 736-0160  
17 710-0788  
18 784-5590  
19 784-5638  
20 710-0599  
21 736-0351  
Friction Wheel Bracket Assembly  
Extension Spring  
Jam Nut 3/8-24  
Drive Cable  
Axle 13” Wheels  
Axle 16” Wheels  
Friction Plate  
Friction Wheel Rubber  
Friction Wheel Hub  
Friction Wheel Bearing  
37 784-5617A  
38 735-0243  
39 718-0301A  
40 618-0063  
5
1
5
6
2
4
3
Wheel Assembly  
SIZE  
REF. NO. 1  
WHEEL ASS’Y  
COMPLETE  
634-0114  
REF. NO. 2  
TIRE  
REF. NO. 3  
AIR  
VALVE  
734-0255  
734-0255  
734-0255  
REF. NO. 4  
RIM  
REF. NO. 5  
SLEEVE  
BEARING (2)  
741-0401  
741-0401  
741-0401  
REF. NO 6  
Klik Pin  
ONLY  
ONLY  
13 x 4  
13 x 5  
16 x 6.5  
734-1732  
734-1527  
734-1525  
734-1713  
734-1713  
734-1711  
714-0143  
714-0143  
714-0143  
734-1714  
734-1712  
26  
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Approved Parts.  
V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage  
safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not  
disengaging completely.  
Engine and V-Belts  
614E  
1
2
3
5
4
8
9
11  
13  
15  
16  
10  
12  
27  
20  
4
7
16  
22  
6
23  
14  
17  
24  
18  
19  
21  
26  
25  
REF.  
NO.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART  
NO.  
REF.  
NO.  
PART  
NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x.5  
Belt Cover  
Extension Spring  
Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75  
Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25  
Drive Clutch Bracket  
Shoulder Spacer  
Pulley Half  
DESCRIPTION  
Lock Jam Nut 3/8-16  
Pulley Half  
Bell Washer  
Flat Washer  
Washer  
710-0599  
731-1324  
732-0339  
710-0627  
710-3005  
05896A  
748-0234  
756-0985  
754-0343  
15 712-0181  
16 756-0569  
17 736-0242  
18 736-0505  
19 736-0507  
20 754-0430  
21 756-0967  
22 736-0247  
23 736-0331  
24 710-0696  
25 748-0360  
26 710-0654A  
27 629-0071  
Belt  
Auger Pulley  
Flat Washer  
Bell Washer  
Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24  
Pulley  
8
9
V-Belt  
Pulley Half  
Bell Washer  
10 756-0984  
11 736-0270  
12 710-0230  
13 756-0313  
14 710-1245  
Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x .50  
Flat Idler  
Lock Cap Screw 5/16-24  
Hex Washer Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0  
Extension Cord  
OEM-390-986 Electric Start Kit  
27  
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Approved Parts.  
V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage  
safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not  
disengaging completely.  
Engine and V-Belts  
E642E, E644E, E664F  
1
2
3
4
5
7
8
10  
13  
12  
14  
22  
6
16  
15  
23  
22  
9
10  
23  
24  
11  
25  
17  
26  
18  
19  
20  
27  
21  
21  
REF.  
NO.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART  
NO.  
REF.  
NO.  
PART  
NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
Hex Washer Screw 1/4-14 x .625  
Belt Cover  
Electric Start  
Extension Cord  
Drive Clutch Bracket  
Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25  
Extension Spring  
Shoulder Spacer  
Lock Washer 5/16  
Lock Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24 x .75  
Flat Idler  
DESCRIPTION  
710-0896  
731-1324  
831-00067  
629-0071  
05896A  
710-3005  
732-0710  
748-0234  
736-0119  
15 736-0270  
16 710-0230  
17 712-0181  
18 710-1245  
19 736-0242  
20 736-0505  
21 756-0967  
22 756-0569  
23 754-0430  
24 736-0247  
25 736-0331  
26 710-0696  
27 748-0360  
Bell Washer  
Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x .50  
Lock Jam Nut 3/8-16  
Lock Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24 x .87  
Bell Washer  
Flat Washer  
Auger Pulley  
8
9
Pulley Half  
V-Belt  
Flat Washer  
Bell Washer  
10 710-0627  
11 756-0313  
12 756-0987  
13 756-0986  
14 754-0346  
Pulley Half  
Pulley Half  
V-Belt  
Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x .875  
Adapter Pulley  
OEM-390-987 Electric Start Kit  
28  
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Engine and V-Belts  
E6A4E, E662H  
1
2
26  
4
3
5
8
9
10  
11  
20  
21  
12  
20  
21  
5
20  
22  
23  
24  
7
6
14  
13  
16  
15  
25  
17  
18  
IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory  
Approved Parts.  
19  
19  
V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage  
safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not  
disengaging completely.  
REF.  
NO.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART  
NO.  
REF.  
NO.  
PART  
NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
Lock Jam Nut 3/8-16  
DESCRIPTION  
Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .50  
Belt Cover  
Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25  
Spring Extension  
Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75  
Drive Clutch Idler Bracket  
Shoulder Spacer  
Pulley Half  
14 712-0181  
15 710-0854A  
16 710-1245  
17 736-0242  
18 736-0505  
19 756-0967  
20 756-0589  
21 754-0430  
22 736-0247  
23 736-0331  
24 710-0696  
25 748-0360  
710-0599  
731-1324  
710-3005  
732-0710  
710-0627  
05896A  
748-0234  
756-0987  
754-0430  
Hex Washer Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0  
Hex Lock Screw 5/16-24 x .875  
Bell Washer .340 ID x .872 OD  
Flat Washer .341 ID x .50 OD  
Pulley Auger  
Pulley Half  
V-Belt  
Flat Washer  
8
9
Belt  
Pulley Half  
Bell Washer  
Bell Washer .39 ID x 1.13 OD  
Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x .875  
Pulley Adapter  
10 756-0986  
11 736-0270  
12 710-0230  
13 756-0313  
Hex Cap Screw  
Flat Idler  
26 OEM-390-987 Electric Start  
29  
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MANUFACTURER’S  
LIMITED  
WARRANTY  
For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase within  
States of America, its possessions and territories, except  
those sold through the manufacturer’s authorized  
channels of export distribution.  
the United States of America, its possessions and  
territories, the manufacturer will, at its option, repair or  
replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part  
or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.  
This warranty covers units which have been operated and  
maintained in accordance with the operating instructions  
furnished with the unit, and which have not been subject  
to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident,  
improper maintenance or alteration.  
Other Warranties:  
1. The engine or component parts thereof carry separate  
warranties from their manufacturers. Please refer to  
the applicable manufacturer’s warranty on these  
items.  
2. *Batteries are covered by a 90-day replacement  
warranty.  
Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to  
separate terms as noted below in the “No Fault Ninety  
Day Consumer Warranty” clause.  
3. Log splitter pumps, valves and cylinders or  
component parts thereof are covered by a one year  
warranty.  
All normal wear part failures will be covered on this  
product for a period of 90 days regardless of cause. After  
90 days, but within the two year period, normal wear parts  
failures will be covered ONLY IF caused by defects in  
material or workmanship of OTHER component parts.  
Normal wear parts are defined as batteries*, belts, blades,  
blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats,  
snow thrower skid shoes, shave plates and tires.  
4. All other warranties, express or implied, including any  
implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a  
particular purpose, are hereby expressly disclaimed in  
their entirety.  
5. The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the  
sole and exclusive remedy of the manufacturer’s  
obligations arising from the sales of its products. The  
manufacturer will not be liable for incidental or  
consequential loss or damage.  
How to obtain service: Warranty service is available,  
with proof of purchase, through your local authorized  
service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, please  
check the yellow pages or contact the Customer Service  
Department of the manufacturer, P. O. Box 368022,  
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. Phone 1-800-800-7310.  
The return of a complete unit will not be accepted by the  
factory unless prior written permission has been extended  
by the service department of the manufacturer.  
How state law relates to this warranty: This limited  
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also  
have other rights which vary from state to state. Certain  
disclaimers are not allowed in some states and therefore  
they may not apply to you under all circumstances.  
NOTE: This warranty does not cover routine maintenance  
items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening and  
tune-ups, or adjustments such as brake adjustments,  
clutch adjustments or deck adjustments. Nor does this  
warranty cover normal deterioration of the exterior finish  
due to use or exposure.  
Transportation charges: Transportation charges for the  
movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are  
the responsibility of the purchaser.  
Units exported out of the United States: The  
manufacturer does not extend any warranty for products  
sold or exported outside of the United  
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