MTD 330 Series - Manual (Page 11)

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• Reassemble the new belt and reattach idler pulley
to secure in place.
• Replace belt cover assembly and secure with the
hardware removed earlier.
Off-Season Storage
If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30
days, the following steps should be taken to prepare the
tiller for storage.
• Clean the exterior of engine and the entire tiller
thoroughly. Lubricate the tiller as described in the
lubrication instructions.
• We do not recommend the use of pressure
washers to clean your unit. They may cause
damage to spindles, pulleys, bearings or the
engine. The use of pressure washers will result in
shortened life and reduce serviceability.
• Refer to the engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions.
• Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.
• Store tiller in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in
an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment and especially any
springs, bearings, and cables.
SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest service dealer.
Problem Cause Remedy
Engine fails to start 1. Spark plug wire disconnected.
2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
3. Throttle control lever not in correct
starting position. (If equipped)
4. Choke not in ON position.
5. Blocked fuel line.
6. Faulty spark plug.
7. Engine flooded
1. Connect wire to spark plug.
2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Move throttle lever to start position.
4. Move lever to ON position.
5. Clean fuel line.
6. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
7. Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not
prime. (If Equipped)
Engine runs erratic 1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Unit running on CHOKE.
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
4. Vent plugged.
5. Water or dirt in fuel system.
6. Dirty air cleaner.
7. Carburetor out of adjustment.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Move choke lever to OFF position.
3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
4. Clear vent.
5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
6. Clean following engine manual.
7. Refer to engine manual.
Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
3. Air flow restricted.
4. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Clean air cleaner.
3. Remove blower housing and clean.
4. Refer to engine manual.
Tines do not engage 1. Foreign object lodged in tines.
2. Tine clevis pin(s) missing.
3. Control cable not adjusted properly.
4. Belt worn and/or stretched.
5. Pulley and idler not in correct
adjustment.
1. Stop tiller completely, check and
discard foreign object.
2. Replace tine clevis pin(s).
3. Adjust control cable.
4. Replace belt.
5. Take unit to authorized service dealer.