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Operator’s Manual
Two-Stage Snow Thrower
Styles C & D
Model 6DE Shown
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
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 working order by the
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices 3 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower 15 Assembling Your Snow Thrower 6 Servicing Your Snow Thrower 15 Know Your Snow Thrower 8 Troubleshooting 20 Operating Your Snow Thrower 10 Illustrated Parts List 22 Making Adjustments 13 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 rea
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amp
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18. Never put your hand in the discharge or collector Operation openings. Always use the clean-out tool provided to 1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the unclog the discharge opening. Do not unclog chute auger/impeller housing or chute assembly. Contact assembly while engine is running. Shut off engine with the rotating parts can amputate hands and and remain behind handles until all moving parts feet. have stopped before unclogging. 2. The auger/impeller control leve
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YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. Do not modify engine Notice regarding Emissions To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine Engines which are certified to comply with California in any way. Tampering with the governor setting can and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at Off Road Equipm
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SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER 1 2 3 NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position (standing directly behind the snow thrower, facing the handle panel). NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Snow thrower features vary by model. Not all features referenced and pictured in this manual are applicable to all snow thrower models. IMPORTANT: Two replacement auger shear pins are included with this manual
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1 2 Attaching the Chute Assembly and Directional Control 1. Apply a light lubricant (i.e. 3-in-1 oil) to the rim of the chute base and position the chute assembly over the base. 2. Close the flange keepers to secure the chute assembly to the chute base. The flange keepers will click into place when properly secure. 3. Remove the flat washer and hairpin clip from the end of the chute directional control. Insert the end of the chute directional control into the lower bracket and secure wit
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SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER Drive Control Auger Control Electric Starter Button Engine Controls Gas Cap Recoil Starter Oil Fill Handle Electric Starter Outlet Shift Lever Chute Assembly Primer Clean-out Tool Ignition Key Chute Directional Control Choke Control Throttle Control Skid Shoe Augers WARNING: Read, understand, and follow Choke Control all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. NOTE: For detailed starting instructions and more information
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Auger Control Ignition Key The ignition key is a safety devise. It must be fully AUGER inserted in order for the engine will start. Remove the ignition key when the snow thrower is not in use. CONTROL IMPORTANT: Do not turn the ignition key in an attempt to start the engine. Doing so may cause it to break. Clean-Out Tool WARNING: Never use your hands to clear GO a clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging. The au
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SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: If your home electrical Before Starting system is grounded, but a three-hole WARNING: Read, understand, and follow receptacle is not available, do not use your snow thrower’s electric starter. all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows: Gas & Oil Fill-Up Plug the extension cord into the outlet located on Service the engine with gasolin
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Pull the starter handle with a firm, rapid stroke. To Engage Drive IMPORTANT: Do not release the handle and allow it to With the throttle control in the Fast (rabbit) position, snap back. Keep a firm hold on the starter handle and move shift lever into one of the five forward (F) allow it to slowly recoil. positions or two reverse (R) positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions and a As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke pace you’re comfortable with. contro
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To readjust the control cable, loosen the hex jam Drift Cutters (on models so equipped) nut on the auger control cable “Z” fitting. Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow Rotate the coupling end of the cable thrower in heavy drift conditions. counterclockwise to provide more slack. On models so equipped, drift cutters are assembled to Retighten the hex jam nut. See Figure 1. the auger housing inverted. Remove the carriage bolts Repeat Auger Control Test to verify pro
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SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS Drive Control When the drive control is released and in the disengaged “up” position, the cable should have very little slack. It should NOT be tight. Check the adjustment of the drive control as follows: 1. With the drive control released, push the snow thrower gently forward. The unit should roll freely. 2. Engage the drive control and gently attempt to push the snow thrower forward. The wheels should not turn. The unit should not roll freely. 3. With the d
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Tire Pressure Before operating, check tire pressure and reduce pressure to between 15 psi and 20 psi. NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the unit may pull to one side or the other. Auger Control Refer to Auger Control Test on Page 11 to adjust the auger control. Chute Assembly The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by changing the angle of the chute assembly. To do so, stop the engine by removing the ignition key and loosen the plastic wing knob found on the le
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SECTION 6: MAINTAINING AND SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or Auger Shaft inspecting, disengage all controls and stop At least once a season, remove the shear pins on engine. Wait until all moving parts have come auger shaft. Spray lubricant inside shaft, around to a complete stop. the spacers. Also lubricate the flange bearings found at either end of the shaft. See Figure 8. Engine Refer to the separate Tecumseh Engines manual Bearing Spacers Bearing
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Auger Belt Replacement 1 WARNING: Before servicing, disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. To remove and replace your snow thrower’s auger belt, proceed as follows: 1. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self-tapping screws. Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housi
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Drive Belt Replacement 1 WARNING: Before servicing, disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. To remove and replace your snow thrower’s auger belt, proceed as follows: 1. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self-tapping screws. Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housi
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Friction Wheel Removal If the snow thrower fails to drive with the drive control 1 engaged, and performing the drive control cable adjustment on page 15 fails to correct the problem, the friction wheel may need to be replaced. Follow the instructions below. Examine the friction wheel for signs of wear or cracking and replace if necessary Place the shift lever in third Forward (F3) position. Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. Caref
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IMPORTANT: NEVER replace the auger shear pins with Augers anything other than OEM Part No.738-04124 The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two replacement shear pins. Any damage to the auger shear pins and cotter pins. If the auger should strike gearbox or other components as a result of failing to do a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is so will NOT be covered by your snow thrower’s designed so that the pins may shear. warranty. Refer to Figure 8. If the augers w
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SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used. Blocked fuel line. Clean fuel line. Choke control not in ON position Move choke control to ON position Faulty spark plug. Clean, adjust gap or replace. Ignition key not present. Insert key into ignition switch. Spark plug wire disconnected. Connect spark plu
