Mtd 31AH7S3G701 User Manual

SNOW THROWERMODEL 31AH7S3G701Operator’s ManualIMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYMTD LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-001

10Drift Cutters (If Equipped)Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow thrower in heavy drift conditions. If your unit is not equipped with

11• With the drive control engaged, the friction wheel must contact the drive plate. See Figure 9.If adjustment is necessary:• Loosen the jam nut on t

12SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWERWARNING: Before lubricating, repairing,or inspecting, disengage all controls andstop engine. Wait until all

13SECTION 7: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWERWARNING: Before servicing, repairing, orinspecting, disengage all clutch levers andstop engine. Wait until al

14NOTE: Loosening the six nuts that connect the frame tothe auger housing may aid in belt removal.Figure 15• Lift the auger belt from the auger pulley

15Move the gear shaft to the right and slide the friction wheel assembly from the shaft. See Figure 19.Figure 19• Remove the four screws from the fric

16SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTINGProblem Cause RemedyEngine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.2. Blocked fuel line.3. Choke not in the ON p

17NOTES

18SECTION 9: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 7S336358437313380808382111195617717221127218Part of handle panel for reference only1325493242014261119302932343839

19Model 7S3Ref. No.Part No. Part Description1. 684-0008A Shift Arm Assembly2. 747-0737 Chute Directional Control3. 710-0449 Carriage Screw 5/16-18 x 2

2TABLE OF CONTENTSFINDING MODEL NUMBERThis Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and mai

20Model 7S320234567814910121313141820112314251115162214194643414535384740422833273949443734363112448322917212630

21Model 7S3NOTE: For painted parts, please refer tothe list of color codes below. Please addthe applicable color code, whereverneeded, to the part num

22Model 7S3172712345674891011121314151618191916161620212223242526

23Model 7S3IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts.V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substi

2415Model 7L32519262724232221161718192029303132323234303227261925362124232212 23010181920211311149376542403938288354133372929

25Model 7S3NOTE: For painted parts, please refer tothe list of color codes below. Please addthe applicable color code, whereverneeded, to the part num

26Model 7S31263101278549131514171619202222201928211821181513142931323030323437383623352739114041424445514647485246535154555450161749372425262633335656

27Model 7S3Ref. No.Part No. Part Description1. 720-0223 Grip2. 710-0604A Tap Screw, 5/16-18 x.6253. 784-5642 Track Lockout Plate4. 710-0157 Hex Cap Sc

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the

3SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endangerthe

45. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 6. Do not operate

5SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWERNOTE: References to right or left side of the snowthrower are determined from behind the unit in theoperatin

6• 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

7Chute Tilt ControlThe distance snow is thrown can be changed by adjusting the angle of the upper chute. Move the chute tilt control forward to decrea

8SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWERBefore StartingWARNING: Read, understand, and followall instructions and warnings on themachine and in this ma

9Recoil Starter• With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four times. Pulling the starter rope will pr