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    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 MODELS E740 E760 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 [...]

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    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[...]

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    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[...]

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    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[...]

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    5 SECTION 4: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK La y out the hardw are according to the illustration for identification purposes. P ar ts are illustrated appro ximately one-half size . P ar t numbers are shown in parentheses . (Hardware pac k may contain e xtra items which are not used on your unit.) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" Long (710-3180) Hex Bolt[...]

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    6 SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NO TE: Ref erence to right or left side of the snow thro wer can be determined from behind the unit in the operating position. Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 UNP A CKING 1. Remove staples or break glue on the top flaps of the carton. Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.). 2. Cut a[...]

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    7 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 A TT A CHING THE CHUTE ASSEMBL Y (Hard ware B) 1. Place chute assembly over chute opening, with the opening in the chute assembly facing the front of the unit. 2. Place chute flange keepers beneath lip of chute assembly with the flat side down. 3. Insert hex bolt up through chute flange keeper and chute assembl[...]

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    8 IMPORTANT: Attach the shift rod and clutch cables as follows. THEN CHECK THE ADJUSTMENTS AS INSTRUCTED, AND MAKE ANY FINAL ADJUSTMENTS NECESSARY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER. Failure to follow the instructions may cause damage to the snow thrower. Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 A TT A CHING THE SHIFT ROD (Hard ware D) 1. Place the shift lever[...]

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    9 4. Attach track control cable to track control handle by inserting cable ball into slot on track control handle. Pull cable down and up until it snaps into front of track control handle. Repeat on other side. 5. Secure the track control cables to the inside of the lower handle using the cable ties provided. Pull the cable ties tight, and trim the[...]

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    10 SECTION 6: CONTROLS Figure 14 SHIFT LEVER (See figure 14) The shift lever is located in the center of the handle panel. The shift lever may be moved into one of eight positions. Run engine with throttle in the fast position. Use the shift lever to determine ground speed. Forward— one of six speeds. Position number one (1) is the slowest. Posi[...]

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    11 SECTION 7: OPERATION GAS AND OIL FILL-UP Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully. WARNING: Ne v er fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or while engine is hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank. Electric Starter WARNING: The electri[...]

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    12 T O ST OP ENGINE 1. Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine. 2. To help prevent possible freeze-up of starter, proceed as follows. 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 u[...]

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

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    14 SECTION 9: LUBRICATION WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground a gainst the engine before perf orming any lubrication or maintenance. ENGINE Refer to engine manual for all engine lubrication instructions. WARNING: When follo wing instruc- tions in separate engine manual f or draining oil, be sure to protect frame to av oid oil drippin[...]

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    15 SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground a gainst the engine before perf orming any repairs or maintenance. A UGER BEL TS 1. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self-tapping screws. See figure 19. Figure 19 2. Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of [...]

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    16 Figure 22 CHANGING THE 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. 1. Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. [...]

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    17 SECTION 11: OFF-SEASON STORAGE WARNING: Never store engine with fuel in tank indoors or in poorl y 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 fro[...]

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    18 SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 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 s witch on engine. Spark plug wire dis[...]

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    19 Gear Assembly Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty . Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty . 1 618-0123 Housing-L.H. 1 11 721-0327 Seal-Oil 1 2 618-0124 Housing-R.H. 1 12 721-0328 Loc ktite 5699 3 710-0642 Screw 5 13 736-0351 W asher-Flat 2 4 711-0909 Spiral Axle 26" 1 14 736-0369 W asher-Flat 4 5 714-0161 K ey 1 15 736-0445 W asher-Flat 1 6 715-0[...]

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    20 Handle Assembly[...]

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    21 Handle Assembly Ref. No. P art No. Description Qty . Ref. No. P art No. Description Qty . 1 684-0008 Arm-Shift 1 34 741-0475 Bushing-Plastic 1 3 684-0103 P anel-Handle 1 35 747-0798A Rod-Shift 1 4 684-0036 Handle-Engagement-R.H. 1 36 747-0877 Rod-Cam 2 5 684-0037 Handle-Engagement-L.H. 1 37 748-0362 Cam-Handle Lock 2 7 710-0276 Screw 1 38 748-03[...]

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    22 Blower Housing 26’’ Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty . Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty . 1 05931 Housing-Bearing 1 19 731-1379 Adapter-Chute 1 2 605-5193 Spiral Assemb ly-L.H. 26" 1 20 732-0611 Spring 1 3 605-5192 Spiral Assemb ly-R.H. 26" 1 21 736-0119 Washer-Loc k 9 4 618-0121 Gear Assembly 26" 1 22 736-0164 Washer-W av e[...]

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    23 Track and Frame[...]

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    24 Track and Frame[...]

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    25 Track and Frame Ref. No. P art No. Description Qty . Ref. No. P art No. Description Qty . 1 611-0053 Axle Assembly 2 45 732-0209 Spring 2 2 618-0043 Dog Assembly-R.H. 1 46 732-0264 Spring 1 3 618-0044 Dog Assembly-L.H. 1 47 736-0105 W asher-Bell 1 4 618-0169 Shaft Assembly 49 736-0160 W asher-Flat 1 5 631-0032 Wheel Assembly Idler 2 50 736-0176 [...]

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    26 Engine and V-Belts Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty . Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty . 1 05896A Brac ket-Idler 1 17 736-0331 W asher-Bell 1 2 629-0071 Cord-Extension 110V 1 18 736-0505 W asher-Flat 1 3 710-0627 Screw-He x 1 19 748-0234 Spacer 1 4 710-1245 Screw-He x 1 20 748-0360 Adapter-Pulley 1 5 710-0230 Screw-He x 1 21 754-0346 V -Belt 1[...]

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    27 George[...]

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    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[...]