MTD 410 Series - Manual (Page 16)

Problem Cause Remedy
Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Throttle control lever not in correct starting
position (if equipped).
Blocked fuel line.
Dirty air cleaner.
Choke not in ON position.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Faulty spark plug.
Engine flooded.
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Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
Move throttle lever to start position.
Clean fuel line.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual
Move switch to ON position.
Connect wire to spark plug.
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual
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Engine runs erratic Tiller running on CHOKE.
Spark plug wire loose.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Vent in gas cap plugged.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Dirty air cleaner.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
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Move choke lever to OFF position.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
Clear vent.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual
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Engine overheats Engine oil level low.
Dirty air cleaner.
Air flow restricted.
Carburetor not adjusted properly.
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Fill crankcase with proper oil.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual
Adjust carburetor as instructed in the Engine
Operator’s Manual
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Tines do not engage Foreign object lodged in tines.
Tine clevis pin(s) missing.
Pulley and idler not in correct adjustment.
Not shifting properly.
Control cable not adjusted properly.
Belt worn and/or stretched.
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Dislodge foreign object.
Replace tine clevis pin(s).
Take tiller to authorized service dealer.
Refer to the Operation Section for proper
shifting procedures.
Adjust control cable
Replace belt.
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Tines skip over ground Improper rotation. 1. Forward rotation should only be used on soil
that has already been tilled, not on virgin soil.
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Wheels do not engage Clevis pin missing.
Tiller is not being shifted properly.
Control cable not adjusted properly.
Belt worn and/or stretched.
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Replace clevis pin.
Refer to Operation Section for proper
shifting procedures.
Adjust control cable
Replace belt.
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Troubleshooting
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