John Deere MTF-031071L Snow Blower User Manual


 
OPERATION
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MTF-031071L
TO THROW SNOW
1. Push down the auger driver lever (right hand). See
Figure 11.
2. To stop throwing snowl, release the auger drive lever.
NOTE: When clearing wet, heavy snow, it is
recommended that the ground speed of the unit be
reduced, maintain full throttle and do not attempt to
clear the full width of the unit.
For additional operating instructions see “Operating
Tips” in the Operation section.
WARNING: Read Owner’s Manual before oper-
ating machine. This machine can be dangerous
if used carelessly.
Never operate the snowthrower without all guards,
covers, and shields in place.
Never direct discharge towards windows or allow by-
standers near machine while engine is running.
Stop the engine whenever leaving the operating posi-
tion.
Disconnect spark plug before unclogging the impeller
housing or the discharge chute and before making re-
pairs or adjustments.
When leaving the machine, remove the ignition key.
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the machine clean and
free from spilled gas, oil and debris.
WARNING: Never run engine indoors or in an
enclosed, poor ventilated area. Engine exhaust
contains CARBON MONOXIDE, an OR-
DERLESS and DEADLY GAS.
Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from
any moving parts on engine and snowthrower.
Temperature of muffler and nearby areas can exceed
150_ F (66_ C). Avoid these areas.
DO NOT allow children or young teenagers to operate
or be near snowthrower while it is operating.
WHEEL LOCK OUT PIN
1. The right wheel is secured to the axle with a klick pin. This
unit was shipped with this klick pin in the locked position.
(Figure 14).
Figure 14
Locked
Position
Klik
Pin
2. For ease of maneuverability when lighter conditions pre-
vail, remove klick pin from wheel locked position and in-
sert into single wheel drive (unlocked) position
(Figure 15). Make sure that the klick pin is in the single
wheel drive position of the axle only and not through the
locked position.
Figure 15
Single
Wheel Drive
Position
(Unlocked)
Klik
Pin
NOTE: Check tire pressure. See side of tire for maximum
inflation. Do not exceed listed maximum pressure.