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MTD 285 gas snowthrower

MTD 285 gas snowthrower Parts

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for MTD 285 gas snowthrower, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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  • Bearing Washer for MTD 285 - Part 790-00062

    Frame diagram

    Bearing Washer

    Part #790-00062

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Aircap Pulley for MTD 285 - Part 756-0475

    Belt and pulleys diagram

    Aircap Pulley

    Part #756-0475

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Gas Line for MTD 285 - Part 751-0535

    Belt and pulleys diagram

    Gas Line

    Part #751-0535

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Support Wire for MTD 285 - Part 747-04169

    Belt and pulleys diagram

    Support Wire

    Part #747-04169

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Snowblower Engine Bracket for MTD 285 - Part 790-00047

    Belt and pulleys diagram

    Snowblower Engine Bracket

    Part #790-00047

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Switch Key for MTD 285 - Part 725-2018

    Frame diagram

    Switch Key

    Part #725-2018

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Chute Assembly for MTD 285 - Part 684-04049

    Chute diagram

    Chute Assembly

    Part #684-04049

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Half Pulley for MTD 285 - Part 756-04060

    Belt and pulleys diagram

    Half Pulley

    Part #756-04060

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Snowblower Auger Housing Assembly for MTD 285 - Part 684-04028

    Frame diagram

    Snowblower Auger Housing Assembly

    Part #684-04028

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Bracket Grip Assembly for MTD 285 - Part 684-0178

    Frame diagram

    Bracket Grip Assembly

    Part #684-0178

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Most common symptoms to help you fix your snowblowers

Choose a symptom to see related snowblower repairs.

Main causes: clogged chute, damaged auger blades, broken shear pins, worn auger belt, damaged gear case, engine problems…

Things to do: replace the spark plug, change the oil, rebuild the carburetor, adjust valve lash, adjust or replace the b…

Main causes: dirty carburetor, stale fuel…

Main causes: clogged chute, snow build-up in auger housing, broken auger shear pins, auger drive belt needs adjustment, …

Main causes: broken shear pins, worn or loose auger drive belt, auger drive cable failure, damaged auger, bad gear case…

Main causes: snow build-up in chute, chute drive mechanism failure, bad chute control assembly…

Main causes: loose drive clutch cable, damaged drive clutch cable, worn friction disc, scraper blade scraping the ground…

Main causes: dirty carburetor, clogged fuel filter, dirty spark plug, incorrect valve lash, leaky engine gaskets…

Repair guides for gas snowblowers

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your snowblower.

How to adjust snowblower skid shoes

How to adjust snowblower skid shoes

To prevent snowblower auger and shave plate damage, adjust the skid shoes regularly to keep the shave plate ¼-inch high.…

Repair time and Difficulty

 15 minutes or less
How to rebuild a snowblower carburetor

How to rebuild a snowblower carburetor

Rebuild the carburetor on your snowblower if the engine isn't getting fuel.…

Repair time and Difficulty

 45 minutes or less
How to replace a snowblower 4-way chute control assembly

How to replace a snowblower 4-way chute control assembly

Replace the 4-way chute control assembly on your snowblower if it’s damaged.…

Repair time and Difficulty

 30 minutes or less

Effective articles & videos to help repair your snowblowers

Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your snowblower.

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How to find the age of your Craftsman snowblower

If you're looking for the age of you Craftsman snowblower, our guide will help.…

How to adjust the snowblower drive control cable video

How to adjust the snowblower drive control cable video

Proper drive control cable tension is key to smooth snowblower operation, and you can learn how to test and adjust it yo…

How to lubricate a snowblower drive hex shaft video

How to lubricate a snowblower drive hex shaft video

Avoid costly snowblower repairs this season. Watch how to lubricate the drive hex shaft to prevent friction, improve tra…

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