MTD 611 manual

770-8751A IMPOR T ANT : READ SAFETY R ULES AND INSTR UCTIONS CAREFULL Y MTD PR ODUCTS INC. P .O . BO X 368022 CLEVELAND , OHIO 44136-9722 Sno w Thro wer Model 611 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?[...]

2 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: THIS 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[...]

3 • 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 pla[...]

4 SECTION 2: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER This Operators 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 thi[...]

5 SECTION 4: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK La y out the hardware according to the illustration f or identification pur poses. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hardware pac k may contain e xtra items which are not used on y our unit.) A ATTACHING THE HANDLES (2)Hex Bolts (A) (710-3180) (4)Lock Washers (C) (736-0119) (2) Saddle (I) (784-5599) (2)[...]

6 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. NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position. UNP A CKING • Remove staples or break glue on t[...]

7 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 A TT ACHING THE HANDLES (Hardware A) 1. Place right handle in position against the snow thrower so the flat side of the handle is against the frame. Secure bottom hole in handle to snow thrower using hex bolt (B) and lock washer (C). There are weld nuts welded to the inside of the frame for these bolts. See Fig[...]

8 Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 10 A TT A CHING THE HANDLE P ANEL (Hardware C) Position the handle panel between handles. Insert carriage bolts (E) and secure with lock washers (C) and hex nuts (D). See Figure 8. A TT A CHING SPEED SELECT OR PLA TE AND SHIFT LEVER (Hardware D) 1. Assemble the speed selector plate to the outside of the handles as shown i[...]

9 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 A TT A CHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBL Y (Hard ware F) 1. Place chute assembly over chute opening, with the opening in the chute assembly facing the front of the unit. Place chute flange keepers beneath lip of chute assembly, with the flat side of chute flange keeper facing downward. 2. Insert hex bolt (K) up through chute f[...]

10 Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16 FINAL ASSEMBL Y AND ADJUSTMENTS A ug er Drive Clutch To check the adjustment of the auger drive clutch, push forward on the left hand clutch grip (depress the rubber bumper). There should be slack in the cable. Release the clutch grip. The cable should be straight. Make certain you can depress the auger drive clutch[...]

11 TIRE PRESSURE (Pneumatic Tires) The tires are overinflated for shipping purposes. Check tire pressure and reduce to 15 to 20 psi. Refer to tire sidewalls for recommended tire pressure. NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the unit may pull to one side or the other. SECTION 6: CONTROLS Figure 17 SHIFT LEVER (See Figure 17) The s[...]

12 SECTION 7: OPERATION BEFORE ST ARTING WARNING: Observe all Warning Labels on the snow thrower prior to use. See Figure 1. Your snow thrower is shipped with oil; however, you must check the oil level before operating. Be careful not to overfill. The spark plug wire was disconnected for safety. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug before starting.[...]

13 4. 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: 1. Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold engine start). 2. If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position instead of FULL. 3. Push primer button two or three times f[...]

14 SECTION 8: ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to clean chute or make any adjustments while engine is running. CHUTE ASSEMBL Y ADJUSTMENT The distance snow is thrown can be controlled by adjusting the angle of the top section of the chute assembly. SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. Refer to the[...]

15 SECTION 9: LUBRICATION WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing any repairs or maintenance. ENGINE Refer to engine manual for engine lubrication instructions. WARNING: When following instruc- tions in separate engine manual for draining oil, be sure to protect frame to avoid oil dripping onto transm[...]

16 • To remove skid shoes, remove the four carriage bolts, cupped washers and hex nuts which attach them to the snow thrower. Reassemble new skid shoes with the four carriage bolts, cupped washers (cupped side goes against skid shoes) and hex nuts. • To remove shave plate, remove the carriage bolts, cupped washers and hex nuts which attach it t[...]

17 DRIVE BEL T 1. Follow steps 1 through 4 of previous instructions. 2. Pull idler pulley up, and lift belt off engine pulley and friction wheel disc. See Figure 26. 3. Using a 7/16" wrench, loosen the nut on the stop bolt until the support bracket rests on the auger pulley. See Figure 28. 4. Slip belt between friction wheel and friction wheel[...]

18 SECTION 11: 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 for storage as follows: 1. Remove all gasoline from c[...]

19 SECTION 12: Trouble Shooting Guide Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer. T rouble P ossible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine f ails to star t Fuel tank empty , or stale fuel. Block ed fuel line. Choke not in ON position F aulty spark plug. K ey not in switch on engine . Spark plug wi[...]

20 Model 611[...]

21 Model 611 REF . NO . PA R T NO . DESCRIPTION QTY . REF . NO . PA R T NO . DESCRIPTION QTY . 2 05931 Housing, Bearing 1 27 736-0119 Lock W asher 9 3 618-0152 Gear Assembly (22") 1 28 736-0174 W asher, Flat 1 4 684-0052 22" Housing Assembly 1 29 736-0188 W asher, Flat, .76 I.D . x 5 684-0065 Impeller Assembly 1 1.49 O .D . x .06 6 6 605-[...]

22 Model 611[...]

23 Model 611 REF . NO . PA R T NO . DESCRIPTION QTY . REF . NO . PA R T NO . DESCRIPTION QTY . 1 618-0063 Bearing Ass’y . 1 25 736-0242 W asher , Bell 1 2 656-0012A Ass’y ., F r iction Wheel Disc 1 26 712-0324 Nut 1 3 684-0013B Rod Shift, Wheel Dr ive 1 27 736-0351 Flat Washer 1 4 684-0021 Brkt. Ass’y . Friction Wheel 1 28 710-0809 Screw 1 5 [...]

24 Model 611 * Not Shown - Fittings for Control Cable ** Not Shown REF . NO . PA R T NO . DESCRIPTION QTY . REF . NO . PA R T NO . DESCRIPTION QTY . 1 684-0022 Crank-Chute 1 22 736-0159 W asher 2 2 684-0047 Handle—L.H. 1 24 747-0904 Lev er-Shift 1 3 684-0048 Handle—R.H. 1 25 747-0905 Rod-Pivot 1 4 746-0778 Fitting for Cab le* 2 26 7103008 Screw[...]

25 Model 611 †† Optional Kit † For Electric Start Option REF . NO PA R T NO . DESCRIPTION QTY . REF . NO PA R T NO . DESCRIPTION QTY . 1 05896A Brac ket-Idler 1 16 736-0329 Washer-Loc k 1 2 629-0071 Cord-Extension 110V† 1 17 736-0331 W asher-Lock 1 3 710-0627 Scre w-He x 1 18 736-0505 W asher-Flat 1 4 710-1245 Scre w-He x 1 19 736-0507 W as[...]

26 NOTES[...]

27 NOTES[...]

28 MANUF A CTURER’S LIMITED W ARRANTY FOR: For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase within the United States of America, its possessions and territories, MTD PRODUCTS INC 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 cover[...]