MTD 24638S - Manual (Page 11)

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE (S) SOLUTION
^ Engine fails to start A. Check fuel tank for gas.
B. Spark plug lead wire
disconnected.
C. Faulty spark 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
power
A. Spark plug wire loose.
B. Dirty air cleaner.
A. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
B. Clean air cleaner as described in
engine manual.
3. Engine overheats A. Carburetor not adjusted
properly.
B. Air flow 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. Reservoir oil level low.
B. Belt is slipping.
C. Pump setting incorrect.
A. Check and fill oil reservoir tank as
instructed in Operation Section.
B. Tighten belt or replace if worn. See
maintenance section.
C. Adjust pump setting to 3,000 p.s.i.*
5. Leaking cylinder A. Broken seals.
B. Scored cylinder.
A. Replace seals.*
B. Replace cylinder.*
fE: For repairs beyond minor adjustments, please contact your local service dealer.
'Should be performed by an authorized service dealer only.
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