MTD Snow Blower Snow Boss 550 User Manual

Operator’s Manual  
Snow Boss 550  
(H623D)  
Snow Boss 750  
(H633E)  
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.  
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-  
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 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.  
WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY. P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722  
770-10014A
(6/99)  
PRINTED IN U.S.A.  
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES  
This Warning symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the  
personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual  
before attempting to operate your snow thrower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in  
personal injury. When you see this symbol, heed its warning.  
DANGER: Your snow thrower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this  
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can  
result in serious injury. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury  
or death.  
Use a grounded three wire plug-in for all units with  
electric drive motors or electric starting motors.  
TRAINING  
Read this operators manual carefully in its entirety  
Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or  
crushed rock surface.  
before attempting to assemble or operate this  
machine. Be completely familiar with the controls  
and the proper use of this machine before operating  
it. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and  
regular reference and for ordering replacement  
parts.  
Never attempt to make any adjustments while  
engine is running (except where specifically  
recommended by manufacturer).  
Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor  
temperature before starting to clear snow.  
Never allow children under 14 years old to operate  
a snow thrower. Children 14 years old and over  
should only operate snow thrower under close  
parental supervision. Only persons well acquainted  
with these rules of safe operation should be allowed  
to use your snow thrower.  
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during  
operation or while performing an adjustment or  
repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that may  
be thrown from the machine in any direction.  
No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or  
while taking medication that impairs the senses or  
reactions.  
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,  
especially small children and pets.  
OPERATION  
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating  
parts. Keep clear of discharge opening and auger at  
all times.  
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,  
especially when operating in reverse.  
Exercise extreme caution when operating on or  
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert  
for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry  
passengers.  
PREPARATION  
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is  
to be used and remove all door mats, sleds, boards,  
wires and other foreign objects.  
Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before  
starting engine.  
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,  
remove wire from spark plug, and thoroughly  
inspect the snow thrower for any damage. Repair  
the damage before restarting and operating the  
snow thrower.  
Do not operate equipment without wearing  
adequate winter outer garments. Do not wear  
jewelry, long scarfs or other loose clothing which  
could become entangled in moving parts. Wear  
footwear which will improve footing on slippery  
surfaces.  
Before working with gasoline, extinguish all  
cigarettes and other sources of ignition. Check the  
fuel before starting the engine. Gasoline is an  
extremely flammable fuel. Do not fill the gasoline  
tank indoors, while the engine is running, or until  
engine has been allowed to cool at least two  
minutes. Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe  
off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine as  
it may cause a fire or explosion.  
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.  
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.  
Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit  
unattended. Disengage the collector/impeller, shift  
into neutral, stop the engine, and remove the key.  
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When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make  
certain the auger, impeller and all moving parts  
have stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep  
away from plug to prevent accidental starting.  
Do not run engine indoors, except when starting  
engine and transporting snow thrower in or out of  
building. Open doors. Exhaust fumes are  
dangerous.  
Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.  
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction  
on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.  
Never operate snow thrower without guards, plates,  
or other safety protection devices in place.  
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.  
Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to  
clear snow at too fast a rate.  
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.  
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.  
Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a  
burn. Do not touch.  
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.  
Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank  
inside a building where ignition sources are present,  
such as hot water and space heaters, clothes  
dryers, and the like. Allow engine to cool before  
storing in any enclosure.  
Always refer to operators manual instructions for  
important details if snow thrower is to be stored for  
an extended period.  
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 operators manual for adjustment instructions.  
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. Some of the safety labels on the equipment are  
reproduced below. Take a moment to study these labels before operating the unit. Always maintain  
safety while operating or servicing the equipment.  
A W A N Y G .  
F E E T  
A U G N E G R  
F R O M J U N I R Y D  
C L O T A H N I D  
H A N D S K ,
WARNING  
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R
A V O I  
1. STOP ENGINE BEFORE REMOVING  
DEBRIS AND SERVICING UNIT.  
2. KEEP CLEAR OF IMPELLER WHILE  
ENGINE IS RUNNING.  
SHUT OFF ENGINE  
BEFORE  
UNCLOGGING  
3.  
NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT  
BYSTANDERS OR WINDOWS OR  
ALLOW ANYONE IN FRONT OF  
UNIT.  
DISCHARGE CHUTE.  
4. THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA  
WHERE THE EQUIPMENT IS TO BE  
USED AND REMOVE ALL DOOR  
MATS, SLEDS, BOARDS, WIRES AND  
OTHER FOREIGN OBJECTS.  
D A N G E R  
5. REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR  
FULL INSTRUCTIONS.  
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SECTION 2: LOOSE PARTS  
The snow thrower is shipped with following loose parts in the carton. Please remove all loose parts from the carton  
before discarding it. See Figure 1 to identify the parts noting that these parts may be referred to again in the  
following sections of this manual. Part numbers are shown in parentheses.  
AUGER SHEAR BOLTS  
The augers are secured to the auger shaft with two shear bolts and  
Shear Bolts  
(710-0890A)  
hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign object or 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.  
Hex Lock Nuts  
(712-0429)  
IMPORTANT: NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with standard  
hex bolts. Any damage to the auger gearbox or other components  
as a result of doing so will NOT be covered by your snow thrower’s  
warranty.  
Figure 1  
SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER  
NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the left or right  
side of the snow thrower is observed from the  
operator’s position.  
Raise the upper handle assembly until it locks over  
the lower handle. See Figure 2 and Figure 3.  
Look at the lower rear of snow thrower frame to be  
sure both cables are aligned with cable roller  
guides.  
Secure the upper handle and lower handle with the  
two plastic wing knobs, cupped washers and  
carriage bolt (eyebolt on the left side)previously  
removed. See Figure 3.  
IMPORTANT: Make any final adjustments as instructed  
later on in this section BEFORE operating your snow  
thrower. Failure to follow the instructions may cause  
damage to the snowthrower.  
Remove screws from the top sides and ends of the  
shipping crate.  
Set panel aside to avoid tire punctures or personal  
injury.  
Hex Nut  
Remove and discard plastic bag that covers unit.  
Roll unit out of crate.  
Remove the lower two plastic wing knobs, cupped  
washers and carriage bolt (eyebolt on the left side)  
from the lower handle. See Figure 2.  
Connector  
Eyebolt  
Wing Knobs  
Figure 3  
Eyebolt  
Adjust the eyebolt on the chute directional control  
so the rod does not come into contact with the  
engine by moving the hex nut against the handle (if  
necessary). Retighten the wing nut to secure the  
directional control in this position.  
Slide the connector down over the end of the lower  
shift rod. See Figure 3. Tap the connector until it  
locks on the lower shift rod.  
Wing Knobs,  
Washers  
and Bolts  
Figure 2  
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NOTE: If the connector is not properly assembled, the  
shift rod will pivot and you will not be able to change  
speeds or change directions.  
Recheck the adjustment before retightening the  
jam nut against the cable.  
Skid Shoe Adjustment  
If not already attached, slip the cables that run from  
the handle panel to the chute into the cable guide  
located on top of the engine. See Figure 4.  
The space between the shave plate and the ground can  
be adjusted by repositioning the skid shoes found on  
either side of the snow throwers auger housing. For  
close snow removal, place skid shoes in the low  
position. Use middle or high position when area to be  
cleared is uneven. See Figure 6.  
Cable Guide  
Figure 4  
Unwrap the headlight wire which is attached to the  
headlight, beneath the handle panel. Wind the  
headlight wire around the right handle until excess  
slack is removed.  
Plug the wire from the headlight into the wire lead  
coming from the right side of the engine, beneath  
the fuel tank.  
Skid  
Shoes  
Final Adjustments  
Hex Nuts  
Auger Control Adjustment  
Figure 6  
Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows:  
Push forward on the auger control (Refer to Figure  
7) until the small rubber bumper contacts the upper  
handle. There should be slack in the cable.  
Release the auger control. The cable should be  
straight. Make certain you can depress the auger  
control against the left handle completely.  
IMPORTANT: It is NOT recommended that this snow  
thrower be operated on a gravel surface, as loose  
stones can be easily picked up and thrown by the  
machine. If you must operate on a gravel surface,  
ALWAYS adjust the skid shoes into the HIGH position  
to allow the shave plate maximum clearance.  
If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:  
Adjust skid shoes as follows:  
Loosen the jam nut and thread the cable in (for less  
slack) or out (for more slack) as necessary. See  
Figure 5.  
Loosen, but do NOT remove, the three hex nuts  
which fasten the skid shoe to the auger housing.  
Raise or lower the skid shoe to desired position.  
NOTE: Make certain the entire base of both skid shoes  
are against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the  
skid shoes. When one side does wear out, the skid  
shoes are reversable.  
Retighten the hex nuts loosened earlier.  
“Z” End  
Jam Nut  
Repeat this adjustment on the skid shoe found on  
the opposite side of the snow thrower.  
Tire Pressure Adjustment  
The tires are over-inflated for shipping purposes.  
Check tire pressure and reduce to between 15 psi and  
20 psi.  
Auger Control Cable  
Figure 5  
NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the  
unit may pull to one side or the other.  
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in need of adjustment and you should NOT operate the  
machine before completing the adjustment as follows:  
Traction Control and Shift Lever Adjustment  
To check the adjustment of the traction control and shift  
lever, proceed as follows:  
Loosen the jam nut on the traction control cable  
and UNTHREAD the cable one full turn.  
Recheck the adjustment.  
Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when  
correct adjustment is reached.  
Move the shift lever into sixth (6) position.  
a. With the traction control (refer to Figure 7 in  
Section 4 of this manual) released, gently  
push the snow thrower forward, then pull it  
back. Disregarding the overall weight of the  
snow thrower, the machine should otherwise  
move freely.  
If the machine can be moved freely both forward and  
rearward when the traction control fully depressed,  
proceed as follows:  
b. Engage the traction control, and attempt to  
move them machine both forward and  
rearward. You should experience resistance  
as the wheels should not be turning.  
Loosen the jam nut on the traction drive cable and  
THREAD the cable in one full turn.  
Recheck the adjustment and repeat adjustment as  
necessary.  
Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when  
correct adjustment is reached.  
Move the shift lever into the fast reverse (R2)  
position and repeat the previous steps (a & b).  
If you experienced resistance either when repositioning  
the shift lever from 6 to R2 or when attempting to move  
the machine forward or rearward with the traction  
control released, your snow thrower’s traction control is  
NOTE: If you are uncertain that you have reached the  
correct adjustment, refer to Traction Control  
Adjustment in Section 6 of this manual.  
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER  
IMPORTANT: Always release tractional control before  
changing speeds.  
Traction Control /  
Auger Control Lock  
Headlight  
The headlight is on whenever the engine is running.  
Auger  
Control  
Shift  
Chute  
Tilt  
Control  
Lever  
Shift Lever  
The shift lever is located in the center of  
the handle panel and is used to  
determine both ground speed and  
direction of travel. It can be moved into  
any of eight positions.  
Forward  
Your snow thrower has six forward (F)  
speeds. Position number one (1) is the  
slowest. Position number six (6) is the  
fastest.  
Chute Directional  
Control  
Figure 7  
Reverse  
Traction Control / Auger Control Lock  
The traction control is located on the right handle.  
Squeeze the traction control to engage the wheel drive.  
Release to stop.  
Your snow thrower has two reverse (R)  
speeds. R1 is the slower, while R2 is the  
faster of the two.  
IMPORTANT: Always release tractional control before  
changing speeds.  
This same lever also locks the auger control so you  
can turn the chute directional control without  
interrupting the snow throwing process. If the auger  
control is engaged along with the traction control, the  
operator can release the auger control (on the left  
handle) and the augers will remain engaged. Release  
the traction control to stop both the augers and wheel  
drive (auger control must also be released).  
Auger Control  
The auger drive clutch is located on the left handle.  
Squeeze the clutch grip to engage the augers. Release  
to stop the snow throwing action. (Traction control must  
also be released.)  
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Chute Directional Control  
The chute directional control is located on left side of  
the snow thrower.  
Primer  
Choke  
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.  
Chute Tilt Control  
The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by  
adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Move the  
chute tilt control forward to decrease the distance,  
toward the rear to increase.  
Rope  
Starter  
Handle  
Ignition Key  
Throttle  
Control  
Figure 8  
Fuel Shut-off Valve  
Closed  
The fuel shut-off valve, located  
Safety Ignition Key  
The safety ignition key must be fully inserted in the  
switch before the unit will start. Remove the ignition key  
when snow thrower is not in use.  
under fuel tank, controls fuel flow  
from the tank. Always make certain  
it is in the Open (vertical) position  
before attempting to start the engine.  
Open  
IMPORTANT: Do NOT attempt to turn the key.  
Throttle Control  
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates  
the speed of the engine.  
SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER  
are not certain. If your house wiring system is not a  
Gas And Oil Fill-up  
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.  
IMPORTANT: Although your snow thrower comes  
shipped with oil already in the engine, you MUST check  
the engine oil level as instructed in the separate engine  
manual packed with your unit BEFORE starting the  
engine for the first time. Read instructions carefully  
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as  
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with  
your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.  
When connecting the power cord, always connect cord  
to starter on engine first, then plug the other end into a  
three-hole grounded receptacle.  
When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug the  
end from the three-hole grounded receptacle first.  
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors,  
with engine running or while engine is  
hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.  
To Start Engine  
Electric Starter  
IMPORTANT: If unit shows any sign of motion (traction  
or augers) with the controls disengaged, shut engine off  
immediately. Readjust as instructed under the heading  
Final Adjustments in Section 3 of this manual.  
WARNING: The electric starter is  
equipped with a three-wire power cord  
and plug, and is designed to operate on  
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug.  
Make certain the fuel shut-off valve is in the open  
(vertical) position.  
Make certain that both the auger control and the  
traction control are in the disengaged (released)  
position.  
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.  
Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire  
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you  
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Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert  
ignition key into slot. See Figure 8. Be certain it  
snaps into place. Do not turn the key.  
Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold  
engine start). If engine is warm, place choke in  
OFF position instead of FULL.  
Electric Start Only: Connect power cord to switch  
box on engine. Plug the other end of power cord  
into a three-hole, grounded 120 volt AC receptacle.  
Recoil Start Only: Push primer button two or three  
times when using recoil starter. If engine is warm,  
push primer button once only. See Figure 8.  
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.  
To Engage Drive  
With the engine running near top speed, move shift  
lever into one of the six FORWARD positions or two  
REVERSE positions. Select a speed appropriate  
for the snow conditions that exist.  
NOTE: Use the slower speeds until you are familiar  
with the operation of the snow thrower.  
NOTE: Always cover vent hole in primer button when  
Squeeze the traction control against the right  
handle and the snow thrower will move. Release it  
and the drive motion will stop.  
pushing. Additional priming may be necessary for first  
start if temperature is below 15oF.  
Electric Start: Do NOT prime engine. Push starter  
button on top of the engine to crank the engine.  
When engine starts, release starter button.  
Recoil Start: Grasp starter handle (see Figure 8)  
and pull rope out slowly, until it pulls slightly harder.  
Let rope rewind slowly. 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.  
IMPORTANT: NEVER move shift lever without first  
releasing the traction control. Doing so will cause  
premature wear to drive system’s friction wheel rubber.  
To Engage Augers  
To engage the augers and start the snow throwing  
action, squeeze the auger control against the left  
handle.  
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.  
To disengage power to the augers, release both the  
auger control and the traction control, if engaged,  
NOTE: The auger control can also be locked so you  
can turn the chute directional control without  
interrupting the snow throwing process. Refer to  
Traction Control/ Auger Control Lock in Section 4 of this  
manual.  
To Stop Engine  
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to  
help dry off any moisture on the engine.  
To help prevent possible freeze-up of starter,  
proceed as follows:  
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 recepta-  
cle first, and then from switch box.  
Tire Chains (Optional Equipment)  
Tire chains should be used whenever extra traction is  
needed. See your local White Outdoor dealer for  
information regarding tire chains and other optional  
accessories for your snow thrower.  
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.  
Recoil Starter (Optional Instructions): With  
engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid, con-  
tinuous 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.  
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.  
WARNING: Temperature of muffler and  
surrounding areas may exceed 150oF.  
Avoid these areas.  
Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the shave plate for  
normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted  
upward (to lower the shave plate) for hard-packed  
snow. Adjust downward (to raise the shave plate)  
when using on gravel or crushed rock.  
NOTE: Do not lose ignition key. Keep it in a safe place.  
Engine will not start without the ignition key.  
Remove snow immediately after it falls.  
Discharge snow downwind whenever possible.  
Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor  
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Slightly overlap each previous cleared path.  
Follow the precautions found under the heading To  
Stop Engine to prevent possible freeze-up.  
Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.  
SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS  
WARNING: NEVER attempt to clean chute  
or make any adjustments while engine is  
running.  
Traction Control Adjustment  
Refer to the information found under the heading Final  
Adjustments in Section 3 of this manual to adjust the  
traction control. If you are uncertain that you have  
reached the correct adjustment, proceed as follows:  
Chute Assembly Adjustment  
The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by  
adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Refer to  
Chute Tilt Control in Section 4 of this manual.  
WARNING: Drain the gasoline out of your  
snow thrower’s engine, of place a piece  
of plastic film under the gas cap to avoid  
spillage BEFORE beginning to perform  
this adjustment.  
Chute Directional Control  
Support Bracket Adjustment  
Tip the snow thrower forward, allowing it to rest on  
the auger housing.  
Remove the frame cover underneath the snow  
thrower by removing sixself-tapping screws.  
If the spiral at the base of the chute directional control  
isn’t fully engaging with the notches in the lower chute  
assembly, the support bracket can be adjusted inward  
or outward as follows:  
With the traction control released, there must be  
clearance between the friction wheel and the drive plate  
in all positions of the shift lever.  
Loosen, but do NOT remove the two hex nuts  
which secure the chute directional control support  
bracket to the snow thrower housing. See Figure 9.  
With the traction control engaged, the friction wheel  
must contact the drive plate. See Figure 10.  
Friction  
Wheel  
Spiral  
Gear Shaft  
Hex Nuts  
Support Bracket  
Figure 9  
Drive  
Plate  
Adjust the support bracket inward or outward so  
that the spiral is fully engaged in the notches on the  
chute before retightening the hex nuts.  
Figure 10  
Skid Shoe Adjustment  
The space between the shave plate and the ground can  
be adjusted by raising or lowering the skid shoes. Refer  
to Skid Shoe Adjustment in Section 3 of this manual.  
If adjustment is necessary:  
Loosen the jam nut on the traction drive cable and  
thread the cable in or out as necessary.  
Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when  
correct adjustment is reached.  
Auger Control Adjustment  
Refer to the information found under the heading Final  
Adjustments in Section 3 of this manual to adjust the  
auger control.  
Reassemble the frame cover.  
NOTE: If you placed plastic film under the gas cap, be  
certain to remove it before operating the snow thrower.  
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IMPORTANT: Make certain to check for correct  
adjustment of the shift rod as instructed under the  
heading Final Adjustments in Section 3 of this manual,  
before operating the snow thrower.  
Shift Rod Adjustment  
To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows.  
Remove the hairpin clip and slide the connector up  
to separate the upper shift rod from the lower shift  
rod. See Figure 11.  
Drive Wheels  
The wheels may be adjusted for two different methods  
of operation. The adjustment is made by placing the  
click pins in one of two different holes on the right side  
of the unit. See Figure 12.  
Shift Lever  
Ferrule  
Inside Hole  
in Axle  
Connector  
Upper Shift Rod  
Hairpin  
Clip  
Click Pin  
in Outside Hole  
Shift Arm  
Figure 12  
One Wheel Driving—Insert the click pin only  
through the outside hole of the axle (NOT the rim)  
on the right side of the snow thrower. This position  
gives power drive to the left wheel only, making the  
unit easier to maneuver.  
Lower Shift Rod  
Figure 11  
Place shift lever in sixth (6) position.  
Both Wheels Driving—Insert the click pin through  
the hole in the hub of the rim and the INSIDE hole  
on the snow thrower’s right axle. This position is  
good for heavy snow as there is power drive in both  
wheels.  
Rotate the shift arm counterclockwise (from the  
operator’s position) as far as it will go.  
Thread the upper shift rod downward until the  
elbow on its lower end aligns with the hole found in  
the lower shift rod.  
IMPORTANT: NEVER operate the snow thrower with the  
click pin inserted through both the RIM and the  
OUTSIDE HOLE in the axle. Doing so can result in  
serious damage to the drive system.  
Reconnect the upper shift rod to the lower shift rod  
by reinserting the hairpin clip removed earlier and  
sliding the connector back down into place.  
SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER  
Traction Control / Auger Control Lock  
Lubrication  
The cams on the ends of the control rods which  
interlock the traction drive and auger drive clutches  
must be lubricated at least once a season or every  
twenty-five hours of operation. The cams can be  
accessed beneath the handle panel. Use a multi-  
purpose automotive grease.  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire  
and ground against the engine before  
performing any maintenance proceedures.  
Engine  
Refer to the seperate engine manual packed with your  
unit for all engine lubrication instructions.  
Gear Shaft  
Lubricate the gear shaft with 6-n-1 grease at least once  
a season or after every 25 hours of operation (available  
at auto parts stores, or order part number 737-0170).  
Refer to Figure 10.  
IMPORTANT: When following instructions in separate  
engine manual for draining oil, be sure to protect frame  
to avoid oil dripping onto transmission parts.  
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Wheels  
Oil or spray lubricant into plastic wheel bearings  
Chute Directional Control  
The spiral on the end of the chute directional control  
and the base of the discharge chute itself should be  
lubed with multi-purpose automotive grease once a  
season. See Figure 15.  
inside the wheel hubs at least once a season.  
Remove wheels, clean and coat axles with a multi-  
purpose automotive grease. See Figure 13.  
Lube Spiral  
and Chute Base  
Click Pin  
Axle  
Oil or use Spray Lubricant  
Figure 13  
Figure 15  
Auger Shaft  
At least once a season, remove the shear bolts on  
Gear Case  
The gear case is equipped with a grease fitting on the  
left housing and should be lubricated with Shell Alvania  
grease EPR00, part number 737-0168 every 25 hours.  
See Figure 16.  
the auger shaft. Oil or spray lubricant inside and on  
the plastic bearings on the shaft. See Figure 14.  
Shear Bolts  
Plastic Bearings  
Figure 14  
Vent Plug  
Drive and Shifting Mechanism  
Lube Fitting  
Figure 16  
At least once a season or after every 25 hours of  
operation, remove rear 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. Refer to Figure 10.  
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.  
SECTION 8: SERVICE  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire  
and ground against the engine before  
performing any repairs or maintenance.  
Shave Plate and Skid Shoes  
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 the skid shoes, proceed as follows:  
Engine  
Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your  
unit for all engine related maintenance procedures.  
Remove the six carriage bolts, bell washers and  
hex nuts which attach them to the snow thrower.  
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Reassemble new skid shoes with the six carriage  
bolts, bell washers (cupped side goes against skid  
shoes) and hex nuts. Make certain the skid shoes  
are adjusted to be level.  
Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the  
auger housing. See Figure 19.  
Friction Wheel  
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.  
Frame  
Belt Removal And Replacement  
Support  
Bracket  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug  
wire from the spark plug and ground.  
Auger Belt  
Auger Belt  
Remove the plastic belt cover by removing the two  
self-tapping screws. See Figure 17.  
Idler  
Spring  
Support  
Bracket  
Spring  
Auger  
Pulley  
Auger  
Housing  
Figure 19  
Belt  
Cover  
Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket  
rests on the auger pulley. See Figure 20.  
Friction Wheel  
Friction  
Wheel Disc  
Drive Belt  
Stop Bolt  
Self-Tapping Screws  
Figure 17  
Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower.  
Tip the snow thrower forward so that it rests on its  
auger housing and remove six self-tapping screws  
from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower.  
Roll the belt off the engine pulley. See Figure 18.  
Auger Pulley  
Support Bracket  
Figure 20  
Drive  
Belt  
NOTE: Loosening the six nuts that connect the frame to  
Auger Pulley  
the auger housing may aid in belt removal.  
Engine  
Pulley  
Lift the auger belt from the auger pulley, and slip  
belt between the support bracket and the auger  
pulley. See Figure 19. Repeat this step for the front  
auger belt.  
Auger  
Belt  
Replace the auger drive belt by following  
instructions in reverse order.  
Engine  
Pulley  
Drive Belt  
Follow the first four steps of the instructions for  
Idler  
Pulley  
serviceing the auger belt..  
Pull idler pulley up, and lift belt off engine pulley and  
friction wheel disc. See Figure 18.  
Idler  
Pulley  
Figure 18  
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Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket  
rests on the auger pulley. See Figure 20.  
Slip belt between friction wheel and friction wheel  
disc. See Figure 20. Remove and replace belt.  
Reassemble following the instructions in reverse  
order.  
Screws  
Friction Wheel Rubber  
Hub  
Screws  
NOTE: The support bracket must rest on the stop bolt  
after the new belt has been assembled. See Figure 20.  
Servicing 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.  
Friction Wheel Plates  
Figure 22  
Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the  
friction wheel plates and hub, tightening the six  
screws in rotation and with equal force.  
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.  
Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower.  
Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it rests  
on the housing.  
Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame  
cover underneath the snow thrower.  
Remove the click pins which secure the wheels,  
and remove the wheels from the axle.  
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 21.  
Augers  
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two  
shear bolts and hex lock nuts. Refer to Figure 14. If you  
hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is  
designed so that the bolts mayshear. If the augers will  
not turn, check to see if the bolts have sheared.  
Hex Nut /  
Bell Washer  
IMPORTANT: NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with  
standard hex bolts. Any damage to the auger gearbox  
or other components as a result of doing so will NOT be  
coved by your snow throwers warranty.  
Off-season Storage  
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.  
If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare engine  
for storage as instructed in the separate engine  
manual packed with your unit.  
NOTE: Snow thrower shown resting on its  
auger housing. Wheels not shown for clarity.  
Remove all debris from the exterior of the engine  
and equipment.  
Follow the lubrication recommendations found in  
Section 7 of this manual.  
Figure 21  
Lightly tap the hex nut to dislodge the ball bearing  
from the right side of frame before removing the hex  
nut and bell washer from left end of shaft.  
Move the gear shaft to the right and slide the friction  
wheel assembly from the shaft.  
Remove the six screws from the friction wheel  
assembly (three from each side). Remove the  
friction wheel rubber from between the friction  
wheel plates. See Figure 22.  
Always store the snow thrower in a clean, dry area.  
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in  
an unventilated 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.  
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SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING  
Problem  
Cause  
Remedy  
Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.  
1. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.  
Fuel becomes stale after thirty days  
unless a fuel stabilizer is used.  
2. Clean the fuel line.  
2. Blocked fuel line.  
3. Choke not in ON position  
4. Faulty spark plug.  
3. Move switch to ON position  
4. Clean, adjust gap or replace.  
5. Safety key not in ignition switch on engine. 5. Insert the key fully into the switch.  
6. Spark plug wire disconnected.  
7. Primer button not being used properly.  
6. Connect spark plug wire.  
7. Refer to the engine manual for proper  
priming instructions.  
8. Fuel shut-off valve closed.  
8. Open fuel shut-off valve.  
Engine runs erratic 1. Unit running on CHOKE.  
1. Move choke lever to OFF position.  
2. Clean fuel line. Refill with fresh fuel.  
3. Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refill  
with fresh fuel.  
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.  
3. Water or dirt in fuel system.  
4. Carburetor out of adjustment.  
4. Refer to the engine manual packed  
with your unit or have carburetor  
adjusted by an authorized engine  
service dealer.  
Loss of power  
1. Spark plug wire loose.  
2. Gas cap vent hole plugged.  
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.  
2. Remove ice and snow from gas cap.  
Be certain vent hole is clear.  
3. Exhaust port plugged.  
3. Rerer to the Maintenance section of  
the engine manual.  
Engine overheats  
1. Carburetor not adjusted properly.  
1. Refer to the engine manual or have  
the carburetor adjusted by an  
authorized engine service dealer.  
Excessive vibration 1. Loose parts or damaged auger.  
1. Stop engine immediately and  
disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten all  
bolts and nuts. If vibration continues,  
have unit serviced by an authorized  
service dealer.  
Unit fails  
to propel itself  
1. Traction control cable in need of  
adjustment.  
1. Adjust traction control cable. Refer to  
Section 6 of this manual.  
2. Drive belt loose or damaged.  
2. Replace drive belt. Refer to Section 8  
of this manual.  
Unit fails  
to discharge snow  
1. Discharge chute clogged.  
1. Stop engine immediately and  
disconnect spark plug wire. Clean  
chute area and auger housing.  
2. Stop engine immediately and  
disconnect spark plug wire. Remove  
object from auger.  
2. Foreign object lodged in auger.  
3. Auger control cable in need of adjustment. 3. Adjust auger control cable. Refer to  
Section 6 of this manual.  
4. Auger belt loose or damaged.  
4. Refer to Section 8 of this manual.  
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SECTION 10: PARTS LIST  
Models 550 & 750  
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4
17  
11  
9
16  
13  
8
15  
10  
1
14  
5
18  
6
3
7
12  
3
2
Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
Part Description  
618-0123  
RH Housing  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
618-0418  
710-0642  
LH Housing w/Fitting  
Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .75  
711-1020  
711-0908  
Spiral Axle, 22” (550)  
Spiral Axle, 24” (750)  
714-0161  
715-0143  
717-0528  
717-0526  
718-0186  
721-0325  
721-0327  
736-0351  
736-0369  
736-0445  
741-0662  
741-0663  
Hi-Pro Key, 3/16 x 5/8  
Spring Spirol Pin, .25 x 1.25  
Worm Gear, 20-tooth  
Worm Shaft  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Thrust Collar  
9.  
Grease Plug  
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
14.  
15.  
16.  
17.  
Grease Seal  
Flat Washer, .76 x 1.5 x .030  
Flat Washer, .508 x 1.0 x .020  
Flat Washer, .76 x 1.5 x .060  
Flange Bearing, .75 x 1.0 x .59  
Flange Bearing, .503 ID x .75 OD  
618-0413  
618-0414  
Gear Assy Complete, 22” (550)  
Gear Assy Complete, 24” (750)  
737-3000  
737-0168  
Grease Fitting, 3/16” Drive  
Grease (Two Ounces)  
18.  
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20  
27  
37  
37  
Drive Clutch  
Cable  
39  
20  
Auger Clutch  
Cable  
5
4
13  
1
7
11  
38  
6
3
10  
4
40  
1
2
14  
36  
15  
26  
5
16  
25  
7
9
10  
11  
25  
31  
28  
12  
23  
21  
17  
8
18  
4
32  
33  
24  
22  
1
1
20  
29  
5
8
34  
19  
Auger Clutch  
Cable  
26  
35  
Blower  
Housing  
30  
1
1
44  
42  
42  
41  
43  
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No.  
Ref.  
Part No.  
717-1444  
Part Description  
7-Tooth Shaft  
Part No.  
No.  
Part Description  
Hex Screw  
710-1652  
1.  
24.  
25.  
26.  
27.  
28.  
29.  
30.  
31.  
32.  
33.  
34.  
35.  
36.  
37.  
38.  
39.  
40.  
41.  
715-0249  
714-0143  
684-0042B  
656-0012A  
684-0013B  
746-0897  
748-0190  
684-0021  
732-0264  
712-0711  
746-0898  
738-0869  
717-1445  
714-0126  
717-1444  
618-0063  
Roll Pin  
784-5688  
2.  
Drive Cable Guide Bracket  
Auger Clutch Cable Bracket  
Roller Cable  
Clik Pin  
784-5687  
3.  
Friction Wheel Assembly  
Friction Disc Wheel  
Wheel Shift Rod Assembly  
Drive Cable  
756-0625  
4.  
738-0924  
5.  
Hex Screw 1/4-28  
Frame Assembly  
684-0030  
6.  
741-0563  
7.  
Ball Bearing  
Spacer  
736-0105  
8.  
Bell Washer  
Friction Wheel Bracket Ass’y  
Extension Spring  
Jam Nut, 3/8-24  
Drive Cable  
712-0116  
9.  
Lock Jam Nut  
741-0598  
10.  
Hex Flange Bearing  
Flat Washer  
736-0188  
11.  
784-5689A  
12.  
Front Support Guide Bracket  
Lock Hex Screw  
Axle  
710-0538  
13.  
Gear  
736-0242  
14.  
Bell Washer .340 ID x .872 OD  
Cotter Pin  
Key  
714-0474  
15.  
7-Tooth Shaft  
Friction Wheel Bearing  
736-0160  
16.  
Flat Washer .536 ID x .930 OD  
Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20  
Frame Shift Bracket  
Frame Cover  
710-0788  
17.  
734-1732  
734-1859  
Tire Only, 13 x 4 (550)  
Tire Only, 15 x 5 (750)  
784-5590  
18.  
784-5638  
710-0599  
736-0351  
717-1445  
714-0126  
19.  
20.  
21.  
22.  
23.  
741-0401  
734-0255  
Sleeve Bearing  
Air Valve  
42.  
43.  
44.  
Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20  
Flat Washer .760 ID x .50 OD  
Gear  
634-0114  
634-0140  
Wheel Assembly (550)  
Wheel Assembly (750)  
(Incl. Ref. 41, 42, & 43)  
Key  
NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to  
the list of color codes below. Please add the  
applicable color code, wherever needed, to  
the part number to order a replacement part.  
For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx,  
is painted Oyster Gray, the part number to  
order would be 700-xxxx-0662.  
Oyster Gray: 0662  
Powder Black: 0637  
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1
3
4
5
11  
10  
9
15  
18  
6
14  
12  
7
8
13  
32  
31  
9
18  
19  
20  
22  
16  
43  
23  
21  
31  
27  
10  
13  
23  
30  
34  
28  
25  
18  
13  
38  
26  
43  
35  
31  
22  
30  
18  
32  
31  
33  
16  
41  
36  
37  
17  
40  
39  
24  
40  
42  
39  
29  
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Ref.  
No.  
Ref.  
Part No.  
784-5618  
Part Description  
Bearing Housing  
Part No.  
No.  
Part Description  
712-0116  
1.  
Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24  
Flat Idler  
24.  
25.  
26.  
27.  
28.  
29.  
30.  
31.  
32.  
33.  
710-0703  
710-0604  
736-0169  
712-0798  
741-0245  
784-5038B  
736-0242  
712-3010  
Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x .75  
Hex Washer Screw 5/16-18  
Lock Washer 3/8  
Hex Nut 3/8-16  
756-0178  
2.  
784-5632A  
3.  
Auger Idler Arm  
Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50  
Shoulder Screw  
Wave Washer  
710-0459A  
4.  
738-0281  
5.  
Hex Flange Bearing  
Skid Shoe  
736-0174  
6.  
732-0611  
7.  
Extension Spring  
Hex Nut 5/16-18  
Hex Nut 5/16-18  
Lock Washer 5/16  
Housing  
Bell Washer  
712-3068  
8.  
Hex Nut 5/16-18  
712-3010  
9.  
784-5576  
784-5581A  
21.66” Shave Plate (550)  
23.66” Shave Plate (750)  
736-0119  
10.  
05931  
11.  
12.  
13.  
14.  
15.  
710-0260  
684-0065  
715-0114  
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .62  
Impeller Assembly  
Pin  
34.  
35.  
36.  
37.  
741-0309  
710-0451  
705-5226  
Ball Bearing  
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75  
Chute Reinforcement  
618-0413  
618-0414  
22” Gear Assembly (550)  
24” Gear Assembly (750)  
684-0052B  
684-0039C  
22” Housing Ass’y (550)  
24” Housing Ass’y (750)  
605-5252A  
605-5188A  
22” Spiral RH (550)  
24” Spiral RH (750)  
38.  
712-3010  
712-0429  
736-0242  
741-0475  
784-5647  
731-1379A  
712-0324  
736-0463  
Hex Nut 5/16-18  
Lock Nut 5/16-18  
Bell Washer  
16.  
17.  
18.  
19.  
20.  
21.  
22.  
23.  
736-0188  
Flat Washer  
39.  
40.  
41.  
741-0493A  
Flange Bushing  
Bushing  
605-5253A  
605-5189A  
22” Spiral LH (550)  
24” Spiral LH (750)  
Chute Crank Bracket  
Chute Adapter  
Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20  
Flat Washer  
710-0890A  
736-0231  
Shear Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5  
42.  
43.  
Flat Washer, .344 x 1.12 x .87  
NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to  
the list of color codes below. Please add the  
applicable color code, wherever needed, to  
the part number to order a replacement part.  
For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx,  
is painted Oyster Gray, the part number to  
order would be 700-xxxx-0662.  
Oyster Gray: 0662  
Powder Black: 0637  
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1
2
28  
3
5
4
27  
8
9
11  
13  
12  
10  
15  
16  
4
22  
7
6
20  
23  
24  
14  
17  
18  
26  
19  
21  
25  
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Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
710-1652  
Part Description  
Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x.625  
Belt Cover  
1.  
2.  
731-1324  
732-0339  
710-0627  
710-3005  
05896A  
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  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
748-0234  
756-0985  
754-0343  
756-0984  
736-0270  
710-0230  
756-0313  
710-1245  
712-0181  
756-0569  
736-0242  
736-0505  
736-0507  
754-0430A  
756-0967  
736-0247  
736-0331  
710-0696  
748-0360  
710-0654A  
629-0071  
OEM-390-987  
7.  
8.  
V-Belt  
9.  
Pulley Half  
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
14.  
15.  
16.  
17.  
18.  
19.  
20.  
21.  
22.  
23.  
24.  
25.  
26.  
27.  
28.  
Bell Washer  
Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x .50  
Flat Idler  
Lock Cap Screw 5/16-24  
Lock Jam Nut 3/8-16  
Pulley Half  
Bell Washer  
Flat Washer  
Washer  
Belt  
Auger Pulley  
Flat Washer  
Bell Washer  
Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24  
Pulley  
Hex Washer Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0  
Extension Cord  
Electric Start Kit (Includes Ref. 27)  
IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory  
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  
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Models 550 & 750  
67  
70  
73  
10  
35  
32  
13  
44  
19  
32  
45  
46  
45  
38  
33  
49  
51  
68  
42  
32  
35  
11  
41  
72  
74  
32  
39  
36  
48  
41  
44  
43  
4
69  
30  
18  
71 (for ground wire  
34  
54  
of light ass’y)  
62  
47  
40  
74  
39  
27  
42  
59  
55  
11  
53  
43  
37  
12  
20  
31  
5
11  
66  
9
23  
29  
B
A
55  
64  
15  
B
A
63  
65  
60  
28  
21  
24  
16  
59  
6
25  
1
14  
3
26  
20  
52  
4
15  
20  
12  
18  
54  
7
11  
58  
61  
56  
55  
2
17  
57  
12  
8
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Model 550 & 750  
Ref.  
No.  
Ref.  
Part No.  
732-0746  
Part Description  
Part No.  
No.  
Part Description  
Shift Arm Assembly  
Torsion Spring, .44 x .8  
Rubber Bumper  
684-0008A  
1.  
38.  
39.  
40.  
41.  
42.  
43.  
44.  
45.  
46.  
47.  
48.  
49.  
50.  
51.  
52.  
53.  
54.  
55.  
56.  
57.  
58.  
59.  
60.  
61.  
62.  
63.  
64.  
65.  
66.  
67.  
68.  
69.  
70.  
71.  
72.  
73.  
74.  
735-0199A  
736-0105  
736-0119  
736-0509  
746-0778  
747-0877  
748-0362  
748-0363  
784-5619A  
784-5679  
784-5680  
784-5681  
784-5682  
710-0451  
710-0805  
710-0896  
712-0429  
712-3027  
731-0851A  
731-1300A  
731-1313C  
731-1320  
736-0159  
736-0506  
746-0896  
746-0901  
784-5594  
784-5604  
629-0059  
684-0036  
684-0059  
710-1003  
712-0271  
720-0232  
725-1658  
720-0274  
684-0022  
2.  
Chute Crank Ass’y  
Bell Washer, .401 x .87 x .063  
Lock Washer, 5/16  
715-0138  
3.  
Rolled Pin  
710-0262  
4.  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1.5  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2.25  
Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1  
Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .75  
Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .75  
Ferrule, 5/16-18 x .312  
Headlamp Retainer  
Special Washer, .35 x .72 x .13  
Cable “Z” Fitting  
710-0449  
5.  
710-0788  
6.  
Cam Rod  
710-3008  
7.  
Cam Handle Lock  
710-3015  
8.  
Handle Lock Pawl  
711-0677  
9.  
Shift Handle  
747-1136  
10.  
LH Handle Support Bracket  
RH Handle Support Bracket  
LH Handle Support Bracket  
RH Handle Support Bracket  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x .75  
Hex Cap Screw, 516-18 x 1.5  
Screw, 1/4-14 x .625  
Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18  
Hex Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20  
Lower Chute Flange Keeper  
Lower Chute  
712-3010  
11.  
Hex Nut, 5/16-18  
714-0104  
12.  
Internal Cotter Pin  
725-1672  
13.  
Lens Assembly / Lamp Housing  
Chute Crank Knob  
720-0201A  
14.  
720-0284  
15.  
Wing Knob, 5/16-18  
726-0100  
16.  
Push Cap, 3/8  
736-0185  
17.  
Flat Washer, .375 x .738 x .063  
Bell Washer, .34 x .872  
Handle Panel  
736-0242  
18.  
731-2275  
19.  
736-0275  
20.  
Flat Washer, .344 x .688 x .065  
Saddle Washer, .32 x .93  
Plastic Bushing  
736-0451  
21.  
Chute Tilt Cable Guide  
Upper Chute  
741-0475  
22.  
747-0620A  
23.  
Upper Shift Rod  
Washer, 5/16  
747-0621  
24.  
Lower Shift Rod  
Special Washer, .28 x 1.2 x .06  
Chute Deflector Control Cable  
Chute Deflector Cable w/ Clip  
Cable Bracket  
747-0697  
25.  
Eyebolt  
735-0234  
749-0951  
749-0952  
749-0953  
750-0963  
684-0102  
710-0459A  
710-0599  
711-0653  
712-0116  
714-0507  
732-0145  
732-0193  
Eyebolt Grommet (Not Shown)  
Lower Handle  
26.  
27.  
28.  
29.  
30.  
31.  
32.  
33.  
34.  
35.  
36.  
37.  
RH Handle (Upper)  
LH Handle (Upper)  
Chute Tilt Handle  
Shift Rod Connector  
Handle Panel Ass’y With Tilt  
Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-24 x 1.5  
Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5  
Clevis Pin  
Halogen Light Harness  
RH Engagement Handle Ass’y  
LH Engagement Handle Ass’y  
Special Screw, #10-16 x .625  
Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20  
Plastic Knob  
Jam Nut, 3/8-24  
Cotter Pin, 3/32 x .75  
Compression Spring, .36 x 1.0  
Comp. Spring, .39 x .6 x .88  
Halogen Lamp, 12-volt, 27 Watt  
Handle Grip  
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:  
c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters,  
blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such  
as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck  
adjustments; and normal deterioration of the exterior  
finish due to use or exposure.  
The limited warranty set forth below is given by White Out-  
door Products Co. with respect to new merchandise pur-  
chased and used in the United States, its possessions and  
territories.  
d. White Outdoor Co. does not extend any warranty for  
products sold or exported outside of the United States  
of America, its possessions and territories, except  
those sold through White Outdoor Co. authorized  
channels of export distribution.  
White Outdoor Products Co. warrants this product against  
defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2)  
years commencing on the date of original purchase and  
will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part  
found to be defective in material or workmanship. This lim-  
ited warranty shall only apply if this product has been oper-  
ated and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s  
Manual furnished with the product, and has not been sub-  
ject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident,  
improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire,  
water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster.  
Damage resulting from the installation or use of any acces-  
sory or attachment not approved by White Outdoor Prod-  
ucts Co. for use with the product(s) covered by this manual  
will void your warranty as to any resulting damages.  
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of  
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,  
applies after the applicable period of express written  
warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other  
express warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral,  
except as mentioned above, given by any person or  
entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any  
product shall bind White Outdoor Co. During the  
period of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair  
or replacement of the product as set forth above.  
(Some states do not allow limitations on how long an  
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not  
apply to you.)  
Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to  
separate terms as follows: All normal wear part or compo-  
nent failures will be covered on the product for a period of  
90 days regardless of cause. After 90 days, but within the  
two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered  
ONLY IF caused by defects in material or workmanship of  
OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and compo-  
nents include, but are not limited to, belts, blades, blade  
adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow  
thrower skid shoes, shave plates and tires. Batteries are  
covered by a 90-day limited replacement warranty.  
The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the  
sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales.  
White Outdoor Co. shall not be liable for incidental or  
consequential loss or damages including, without limi-  
tation, expenses incurred for substitute or replace-  
ment lawn care services, for transportation or for  
related expenses, or for rental expenses to temporarily  
replace a warranted product. (Some states do not allow  
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not  
apply to you.)  
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,  
WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL  
WHITE OUTDOOR DEALER. To locate the dealer in your  
area, please check for a listing in the Yellow Pages or con-  
tact the Customer Dealer Referral Line of White Outdoor  
Co. by calling 1-330-225-8883 or writing to P.O. Box  
361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. No product returned  
directly to the factory will be accepted unless prior written  
permission has been extended by White Outdoor Co.  
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the  
amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration  
of the safety features of the product shall void this War-  
ranty. You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or  
injury to you and your property and/or to others and their  
property arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use  
the product.  
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the  
following cases:  
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than  
the original purchaser, original lessee or the person for  
whom it was purchased as a gift.  
a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items  
carry a separate manufacturer’s warranty. Please refer  
to the applicable manufacturer’s warranty on these  
items.  
b. Log splitter pumps, valves and cylinders have a sepa-  
rate one year warranty.  
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.  
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