MTD 769-04101 Operator's Manual

Safety • Assembly • Operation • Adjustments • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • WarrantyLES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, JEAN-BAPTIST

104Shift LeverTwo-Way Chute ControlHeated Handle Switch (en option)† Auger ControlWheel Steering Control Chute Directional ControlHeadlightsChute Asse

114Operating Your Snow ThrowerWARNINGThe operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your

12WARNING4Read, understand, and follow all instruc-tions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. Use extreme care when handli

13WARNING4Operating Your Snow ThrowerNOTE: Use slower speeds in higher snow and/or until you are familiar with the snow thrower opera-IMPORTANTNEVER m

145MakingAdjustmentsWARNINGRead, understand, and follow all instruc-tions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.Never attemp

155IMPORTANT: 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 causi

166Maintaining Your Snow ThrowerWARNINGBefore lubricating, repairing or inspecting, disengage all controls and stop engine. Wait until all moving par

176Maintaining Your Snow Thrower2. Remove the plastic belt cover, located near the engine, by removing the three self-tapping screws that secure it.

186Maintaining Your Snow ThrowerWARNINGBefore lubricating, repairing or inspecting, disengage all controls and stop engine. Wait until all moving par

196Maintaining Your Snow ThrowerWARNINGThe rubber on the fric-tion wheel is subject to wear and should be checked periodically. Replace the friction w

2Finding and Recording Model NumberTable of ContentsBEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT, please locate the model plate on the equipment an

207Off-Season StorageNever store snow thrower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark

21NOTE: This section addresses minor service issues. For further details, contact customer assistance. 8Trouble- ShootingCauseProblem RemedyEngine fai

229WarrantyFailure to comply with suggested maintenance and lubrication specifications will void warranty.05.28.08THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYThe limit

23NOTES:For parts and/or accessories refer to customer support on page 2.Adressez-vous au «Service après-vente» à la page 2 pour ce qui concerne les p

3Symbol DescriptionREAD THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and oper

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

63Setting Up Your Snow ThrowerIMPORTANT: The snow thrower is shipped with oil and WITHOUT GASOLINE. After assembly, refer to separate engine manual fo

73Prior to operating your snow thrower, refer to Auger Control on page 9. Read and follow all instructions carefully and perform all adjustments to v

83Setting Up Your Snow ThrowerDrift Cutters (If Equipped)Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow thrower in heavy drift conditions. • On

93Setting Up Your Snow ThrowerWARNINGNever use your hands to clean snow and ice from the chute assembly or auger housing.IMPORTANTIf the tire pressure