MTD 24638L User Manual
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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
SOLUTION
1. Engine fails to start
A.
Check iuel tank for gas.
B.
Spark plug lead wire
disconnected.
C.
Faulty ipark plug.
A.
Fill tank if empty.
B.
Connect lead wire.
C.
Spark should jump gap between
control electrode and side electrode.
If spark does not jump, replace the
spark plug.
2. Hard starting or loss of
A. Spark p lug wire loose.
A. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
power.
B. Dirty a r cleaner.
B. Clean air cleaner as described in
engine manual.
3. Engine overheats
A.
Carbun tor not adjusted
prope riy.
B.
Airflov/ restricted.
C.
Engine oil level low.
A.
Adjust carburetor. See engine manual.
B.
Remove blower housing and clean as
described in the engine manual.
C.
Fill crankcase with the proper oil.
4 Will not split logs
A.
Relief valve setting
incor ect.
B.
Pump setting incorrect.
A.
Shim valve with .010 flat washer.
B.
Adjust pump setting.
5. Leaking cylinder
A.
Broken seals.
B.
Scored cylinder.
A.
Replace seals.
B.
Replace cylinder.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments isted above,please contact your local service dealer.
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