MTD 769-04164 Benutzerhandbuch

1.  Always observe safety rules when performing any 

maintenance.

2.  The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover 

items that have been subjected to operator abuse or 

negligence. To receive full value from the war-

ranty, operator must maintain the snow thrower as 
instructed in this manual.

3.  Periodically check all fasteners and hardware to 

make sure these are tight.

The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the 
snow thrower are subject to wear. They should be 
checked periodically and replaced when necessary.
To remove skid shoes:
1.  Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange nuts 

which secure them to the snow thrower. 

2.  Reassemble new skid shoes with the four carriage 

bolts (two on each side) and hex flange nuts. Refer 
to Figure 9.

To remove shave plate:
1.  Remove the carriage bolts and hex nuts which attach 

it and the skid shoes to the snow thrower housing. 

2.  Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of 

carriage bolts are to the inside of housing. Tighten 
securely. 

•  The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two

shear pins and cotter pins. If the auger should strike 
a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is 
designed so that the pins may shear. 

•  If the augers will not turn, check to see if the pins

have sheared. When replacing pins, spray an oil 
lubricant into shaft before inserting new pins.

1.  Lubricate pivot points on the auger control and drive 

control with a light engine oil once a season. See 
Figure 10.

2.  Lubricate the face of the auger idler bracket with a 

light weight cold weather lubricant at least once a 
season. See Figure 10.

Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your 
unit for all engine maintenance.

Follow instructions below to check condition of drive belts 
every 50 hours of operation.
1.  Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the 

engine by removing the self-tapping screw and press-
ing the plastic tabs to release the belt cover.

2.  Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or excessively 

worn out belts. Replace, if necessary.

NOTE:  There are two belts on this snow thrower: an 
auger belt and drive belt. It is recommended that both 
belts be replaced at the same time. 
1.  Remove the spark plug wire from spark plug and ground it 

against the engine to prevent accidental starting.

2.  Drain gasoline from the gas tank, or place a piece 

of plastic sheet underneath the gas cap to prevent 
gasoline leakage.