MTD 380 User Manual
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SECTION 3: KNOWING YOUR SNOW THROWER
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Compare Figure 6 with your equipment and follow description of controls, given below, to get familiar with
their operation.
Figure 6
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine.
Drive Control Bail
Located on the underside of the upper handle, the drive
control bail is used to engage/disengage wheels. Squeeze
the drive control bail against the upper handle to engage the
wheels; release to disengage.
Auger Control Bail
The auger control bail is adjacent to the upper handle.
Squeeze this bail against the handle to engage the
augers; release to disengage the augers.
Chute Handle
The direction of snow throwing corresponds to the
direction of the chute opening. Use the chute handle to
turn the chute assembly in the right direction.
Chute Knob
The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by raising
the upper chute for greater distance, or lowering it for
less distance. Loosen the chute knob on the side of the
discharge chute to adjust. Pivot the chute to desired
position, and retighten the chute knob.
Ignition Key
The ignition key is necessary for the engine to start.
Insert key into the switch to start; do not turn it to start/
stop the unit. Remove key when the unit is not in use.
Skid Shoe
The space between the shave plate and the ground can
be adjusted. For close snow removal, place skid shoes
in the low position. Use middle or high position when
area to be cleared is uneven.
WARNING:
Be familiar with all the controls on the snow thrower and their proper operation. Know how to
stop the machine and disengage them quickly.
Drive Control Bail
Auger Control Bail
Upper Handle
Starter Rope
Gas Tank
Discharge
Chute
Cap
Chute Clean-Out Tool
Auger
Skid Shoe
Chute Handle
Chute Knob
Shave
Plate
S TOP
Fuel Fill
Oil Fill/
Dipstick
Spark
Plug
Cap
Muffler
Carburetor
Primer
Recoil
Starter
Oil Drain
Choke
Ignition
Throttle Control
Electric
Starter
Button
Key
WARNING:
Never make adjustments to the
discharge chute unless both auger and drive control
bails are disengaged and the operator is standing
beside the unit.