MTD S260 Operator's Manual

Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • WarrantyWarning: This unit is equipped with an i

10WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any adjustmen

11Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, disengage the control bail and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Di

124. Remove the spark plug and pour one (1) ounce of engine oil through the spark plug hole into the cylinder. Cover spark plug hole with a rag and c

13Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased, without first contacting Customer Support.Log onto www.mtdproducts.com

142333312104016182634422144254332253436524252235771695481942847413037273935314111545461220291713851505249You can determine which drivepulley system yo

15REF NO.PART No. DESCRIPTION Qty.1 629-0236 Extension Cord 12 710-0627 Hex Screw, 5/16-24 x .75 1 6 710-1003 Screw, #10-16 x .625 24 710-3025 Hex Scr

169Part List: Snow ThrowerFor parts and/or accessories please call 1-800-800-7310, or 1-330-220-4683.www.mtdproducts.com116252527262829273735341585634

179REF NO.PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Qty.1 684-04127 Chute Assembly 12 710-04071 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.0” 13 710-0451 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 0.750”

1810Accessories & KitsThe following accessories and kits are available for single-stage, two-cycle snow throwers. See the retailer from which you

1911NOTES:Use this page to make notes and write down important information.For parts and/or accessories please call 1-800-800-7310, or 1-330-220-4683.

2Finding and Recording Model NumberModel Number Serial NumberPlease do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased, without first

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its posses-sions and

31Safety LabelsWARNINGThis symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property

42Safe Operation PracticesTraining1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble

5Operation1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/impeller housing or chute assembly. Contact with the rotating parts can amput

6NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Snow thrower features vary by model. Not all features discussed in this manual are applicable to

74Know Your Snow ThrowerChoke Lever Activating choke control closes the choke plate on carburetor and aids in starting engine. Refer to the engine man

8Before Starting WARNING: Before starting the engine, read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual.Pos

95. If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows. 6. Move Choke Control to the “Full” position.7. Push Primer three (3) times,