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Operator’s Manual
Single-Stage
Snow Thrower
Models 262
S235
S265
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
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 is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if
any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Content Page Customer Support 2 Maintenance 8 Important Safe Operation Practices 3 Service & Adjustments 8 Assembly 5 Accessories & Kits 11 Controls 6 Illustrated Parts List 12 Operation 7 Warranty Back Cover FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start assembling your new equipment,
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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 this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol—heed its warning. WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components con
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6. Do not operate machine while under the influence of Maintenance And Storage alcohol or drugs. 1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper 7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do operation regularly. not touch. 2. Disengage the control handle and stop engine. Wait until 8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing the auger/impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. the spark plug wir
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SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Snow thrower features vary by model. Not all features discussed in this manual are applicable to all 1 snow thrower models. Contents of Carton Carton contents are listed below: Two Ignition Keys Bottle of 2 cycle oil Extension Cord (select models only) NOTE: All references to left or right side of the snow thrower is from the operating position only. WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and gro
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SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER Chute Handle Starter Handle* Discharge Chute Primer Spark Plug Cover Fuel Cap Choke Lever Ignition Key Upper Handle Electric Starter Plug (If So Equipped) Electric Starter Button Shave Plate (If So Equipped) Auger Control Handle Auger * Styles vary by model Figure 1 IMPORTANT: This unit runs on a mixture of gasoline Electric Starter Plug (If so equipped) and oil. Do NOT operate the snow thrower without first Requires use of a two-prong outdoor extension cor
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SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before starting the engine, read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. Fuel And Oil Mixture WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the Auger Control Handle engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. Your snow thrower is e
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SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: On new units or units with a new shave plate WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any installed, the augers may be slightly off the ground. adjustments while the engine is running. To adjust, tip the snow thrower back so that it rests on the handle. Loosen the lock nuts from the Control Cable & Belt Tension carriage bolts which secure the shave plate to the As a result of both the control cable and the drive belt housing. See Figure 4. stretching due to wea
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To replace (or reverse) the shave plate, proceed as Engine follows: Idler Bracket Pulley NOTE: Call 1-800-800-7310 for information regarding price and availability of Shave Plate Kit 753-0451 or contact an authorized MTD Service Dealer in your area. Remove the four carriage bolts and hex lock nuts which secure it to the snow thrower’s auger housing. Refer to Figure 4.Figure 4 Install the new shave plate (or reverse the existing one, if both sides are not yet worn), making sure the heads
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SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Key not in ignition switch or not in ON position. 1. Insert key and turn to ON position 2. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel 2. Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline/oil mixture as specified in the engine manual. 3. Blocked fuel line 3. Clean fuel line 4. Spark plug wire disconnected 4. Connect wire to spark plug. 5. Faulty spark plug 5. Clean spark plug, readjust gap, or replace. Engine runs erratic 1. Unit running with
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SECTION 9: ACCESSORIES & KITS The following accessories and kits are available for single-stage, two-cycle snow throwers. See the retailer from which you purchased your snow thrower, an authorized MTD Service Dealer or phone (800) 800-7310 for information regarding price and availability. MODEL DESCRIPTION OEM-390-996 Electric Start Kit (fits models with a two-cycle Tecumseh 4.5 HP – 5 HP engine) OEM-737-0325 MTD two-cycle snow thrower oil (contains six 2.6 oz. bottles) 753-0451 Shave Plate
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SECTION 10: PARTS LIST 56 36 72 43 80 76 24 37 44 77 74 42 73 49 48 26 34 66 8 78 46 41 70 32 35 43 69 75 40 45 40 58 33 64 43 47 71 59 39 57 67 52 43 54 13 63 29 38a 6 14 15 79 24 19 12 38 55 23 51 18 68 68 16 27 9 22 72 7 14 7 61 11 30 53 17 50 28 20 25 14 43 1 60 A 3 A 5 62 3 31 5 10 2 3 3 4 12
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Models 262, S235 & S265 REF. PART REF. PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 684-04027A Auger Assembly Complete, 21" 41 710-1003 Hex Cap Screw, #10-16 x .625" 2 684-04025 Auger Weldment Assembly, 21" 42 712-0252 Hex Nut, 5/8-32 x .12 3 710-0896 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-14 x 0.625” 43 712-04063 Hex Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18, Gr. 5 4 735-04032 Rubber Spiral 44 725-0201 Key 5 735-04033 Rubber Paddle 45 725-2018 Key Switch 6 684-04126 Auger Housing Assembly 21” 46 731-1133C Plastic Cap, 1.7
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with e. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the exported outside of the United States, its possessions United States, its possessions and territories. and territories, except those sold through MTD’s authorized channels of export distribution. “MTD”warrants this product against defects in material and f. Replacement parts that are no
