Trouble shooting chart – MTD 248-650-000 User Manual
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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
^ SYMPTON
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
SOLUTION
Engine fails to start
1. Check fuel tank for gas.
1. Fill tank if empty.
2. Spark plug lead wire
disconnected.
2. Connect lead wire.
3. Faulty spark plug.
3. Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Hard starting or loss of
power
1. Spark plug wire loose.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug
wire.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
2. Clean air cleaner as described in
separate engine manual.
Engine overheats
1. Carburetor not adjusted
properly
1. Adjust carburetor. See maintenance
separate engine manual.
2. Air flow restricted.
2. Remove blower housing and clean
as described in the separate engine
manual.
3. Engine oil level low.
3. Fill crankcase with the proper oil.
Material not shredding
Blade and/or flails not sharp.
Sharpen or reverse blade and flails.
Engine bogs down or
1. No fuel in fuel tank.
1. Fill tank if empty.
stalls
2. Feeding material into the
machine too quickly.
2. Do not force material into the opening
Feed gradually.
OTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your nearest authorized service dealer.
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