MTD 769-01276A - Manual (Page 8)

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SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow
all instructions and warnings on the machine
and in this manual before operating.
NOTE: For detailed starting instructions and more
information on all engine controls, refer to the
Tecumseh Engines manual packed separately and
Starting The Engine on page 10 of this manual.
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located on the right side
of the handle panel. Place the shift lever
into any of eight positions to control the
direction of travel and ground speed.
Forward
Your snow thrower has six forward (F)
speeds, with position number one (1)
being the slowest speed.
Reverse
Your snow thrower has two reverse (R)
speeds, with position number one (1)
being the slower speed.
Gas Cap
Unthread the gas cap to add gasoline to
the fuel tank.
Choke Control
The choke control is found on the rear of the engine and
is activated by rotating the knob clockwise. Activating
the choke control closes the choke plate on the
carburetor and aids in starting the engine.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the
engine. It regulates the speed of the
engine and will shut off the engine
when pushed down completely.
Primer
Depressing the primer forces fuel
directly into the engine’s carburetor to
aid in cold-weather starting.
Oil Fill
Engine oil level can be checked and
oil added through the oil fill.
Choke
Primer
Recoil Starter
Ignition
Drive Control
Auger Control
Shift Lever
Skid Shoe
Augers
Chute Assembly
Oil Fill
Gas Cap
Chute Directional
Control
Clean-out
Tool
Electric Starter Outlet
Key
Throttle
Control
Control
Handle
Engine Controls
Electric Starter Button
Two-Way Chute Control†
Heated Handles Switch†
†If Equipped