Trouble shooting chart – MTD 216-310-000 User Manual

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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

SOLUTION

Engine faiis to start

1. Check fuel tank for gas.

1. Fill tank if empty.

2. Spark plug lead wire

disconnected.

2. Connect iead wire.

3. Faulty spark plug.

3. Spark should jump gap between

control electrode and side electrode.

If spark does not jump, replace the

spark plug.

Hard starting or loss of power

1. Spark plug wire ioose.

1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

2. Dirty air cieaner.

2. Ciean air cleaner as described in

engine manual.

Engine overheats

1. Carburetor not adjusted

properiy.

1. Adjust carburetor. See engine manual.

2. Air flow restricted.

2. Remove blower housing and ciean as

described in the engine manual.

3. Engine oii level low.

3. Fill crankcase with the proper oil.

Tine control does not engage.

Belt worn and/or stretched.

Make control cable adjustment (see

Assembly Instructions) or replace belt.

NOTE; For repairs beyond the minor adjustments iisted above, please contact your local authorized service dealer.