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PERATOR'S
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 operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
M
ANUAL
Model
E765F
FORM NO. 770-10024
(8/98)
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  • Page 1 PERATOR’S ANUAL Model E765F 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).

  • Page 2: Section 1: Important Safe Operation Practices

    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 RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.

  • Page 3: Maintenance And Storage

    • If the snow thrower should start to vibrate • Never operate the machine at high transport abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of care when backing.

  • Page 4: Section 2: Finding Your Model Number

    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 prepare your snow thrower for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the information from it in this Operators Manual.

  • Page 5: Section 4: Contents Of Hardware Pack

    SECTION 4: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Lay out the hardware according to the illustration for identification purposes. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.) ATTACHING THE HANDLES ATTACHING THE HANDLE PANEL Carriage Bolts Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1-1/2”...

  • Page 6: Section 5: Assembly Instructions Important

    SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: • Roll unit carton. Check carton After assembly, service engine thoroughly for loose parts before discarding. with gasoline, and check oil level as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow •...
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLING THE HANDLES AND HANDLE PANEL (Hardware B) 1. Raise both clutch grips. 2. Lower left and right handles down through handle panel between the pivot rod and the clutch grips and attach using hardware B. See Figure 2. Saddle Washer Left Handle Clutch Grip Hex Bolt (3/4”...
  • Page 8 ATTACHING THE CLUTCH CABLES Note: Lock nuts cannot be threaded onto a bolt by (Hardware D) hand. Tighten with two 7/16” wrenches. This type of nut is used where vibration occurs. 1. Thread hex nuts onto the “Z” fittings (see inset,). Chute Insert “Z”...

  • Page 9: Final Adjustments

    3. Thread one hex nut onto the eyebolt on the 4. Attach track control cable to track control handle chute crank assembly until there is at least two by inserting cable ball into slot on track control inches of threads showing between the nut and handle.

  • Page 10: Section 6: Controls

    Traction Drive Clutch and Shift Lever Adjustment Skid Shoe Adjustment To check the adjustment of the traction drive clutch The space between the shave plate and the ground and shift lever, move the track lock lever to the can be adjusted. For close snow removal, place skid transport position (see Figure 16) and the shift lever shoes in the low position.

  • Page 11: Section 7: Operation Gas And Oil Fill-Up

    TRACTION DRIVE CLUTCH Packed Snow—Locks the front end of the snow thrower down to the ground for hard-packed or icy The traction drive clutch is located on the right snow conditions. handle. Squeeze the traction drive clutch to engage the track drive. Release to stop. See Figure 15. Track CHUTE CRANK Lock Lever...

  • Page 12: To Stop Engine

    TO START ENGINE 9. Repeat step 9 until engine starts. If engine fails to start, repeat steps 8 and 9 until engine starts. IMPORTANT: If unit shows any sign of motion 10. As engine warms up and begins to operate (drive or augers) with the clutch grips disengaged, evenly, rotate choke knob slowly to OFF shut engine off immediately.

  • Page 13: Section 8: Adjustments Warning

    OPERATING TIPS NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes as the engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature. SHUT OFF ENGINE WARNING: Temperature of muffler BEFORE UNCLOG- and surrounding areas may exceed GING DISCHARGE CHUTE.

  • Page 14: Section 9: Lubrication Warning

    AUGER CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT To adjust the auger clutch, refer to the Final WARNING: If any adjustments are Adjustments section page 9. made to the engine while the engine is running (e.g. carburetor), keep clear of CHUTE ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT all moving parts.

  • Page 15: Section 10: Maintenance Warning

    SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE WARNING: 7. Back out the stop bolt to allow the belts to slip Disconnect spark between the bolt and auger pulley. See Figure plug wire and ground against the engine before performing any repairs or maintenance. NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the six nuts AUGER BELTS that connect the frame to the auger housing to aid in...
  • Page 16 9. Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the Friction Wheel Friction friction wheel assembly, tightening the six Wheel screws in rotation and with equal force. Disc 10. Position the friction wheel assembly up onto the pin of the shift rod assembly, and slide the shaft Drive Belt through the friction wheel.

  • Page 17: Section 11: Off-Season Storage Warning

    SECTION 11: OFF-SEASON STORAGE WARNING: 1. If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare engine Never store unit indoors or for storage as instructed in the separate engine in poorly ventilated areas with fuel in the manual included with your unit. gas tank, where fuel fumes may reach an 2.

  • Page 18: Handle Assembly

    Handle Assembly...
  • Page 19 Handle Assembly REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 705-5234 Clutch Lever Assembly - RH 784-0388 Speed Selector Plate (2 Rev) 705-5233 Clutch Lever Assembly - LH 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .625 720-0274 Grip 710-1003 Hex Washer Screw #10 16 x .625 784-5718 Control Panel Assembly 710-0599...

  • Page 20: Frame Assembly

    Frame Assembly...
  • Page 21 Frame Assembly REF. PART DESCRIPTION 784-5684 Frame Cover 710-1652 Tap Screw, 1/4-20 x .625 748-0190 Spacer, .508 ID x .75 OD x .68 732-0264 Ext. Spring 712-0711 Jam Nut, 3/8-24 736-0105 Bell Washer, .401 x .87 x .063 684-0021 Friction Wheel Support Bracket Assembly 746-0898 Drive Cable, 39.88”...

  • Page 22: Track Assembly

    Track Assembly...
  • Page 23 Track Assembly REF. PART DESCRIPTION 720-0223 Grip 710-0604 Tap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 784-5642 Track Lockout Plate 710-0157 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-24 x .75 736-0242 Bell Washer, .34 ID x .872 OD 684-0038 Track Lock Handle Assembly 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-24 x 1.5 712-0214 Hex Nut, 3/8-24 748-0353A...
  • Page 24 Blower Housing 26’’ 9 18...
  • Page 25 Blower Housing 26’’ REF. PART DESCRIPTION 712-0116 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24 756-0178 Flat Idler 784-5632 Auger Idler Arm 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50 738-0281 Shoulder Screw 736-0174 Wave Washer 732-0611 Extension Spring 712-3068 Hex Nut 5/16-18 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 05931...
  • Page 26 Engine and V-Belts REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .50 712-0181 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-16 731-1324 Belt Cover 756-0569 Pulley Half 732-0710 Extension Spring 736-0242 Bell Washer 710-0627 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75 736-0505 Flat Washer 710-3005 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25...

  • Page 27: Gear Assembly

    Gear Assembly REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 618-0123 Housing—L.H. 721-0325 Plug 618-0124 Housing—R.H. 721-0327 Seal-Oil 710-0642 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x .75 736-0351 Washer-Flat 711-0909 Spiral Axle 26" 736-0369 Washer-Flat 714-0161 736-0445 Washer-Flat 715-0143 Pin-Spiral 737-0168 Grease 717-0526 Shaft-Worm 741-0662 Bearing-Flange 717-0528 Gear-Worm...
  • Page 28 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase Units exported out of the United States: MTD within the United States of America, its possessions PRODUCTS INC does not extend any warranty for and territories, MTD PRODUCTS INC will, at its products sold or exported outside of the United option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, States of America, its possessions and territories,...

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