Trouble shooting chart – MTD 216-406-000 User Manual
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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
SOLUTION
Engine fails to start
1. Check fuel tank for gas.
2. Spark plug lead wire
disconnected.
3. Faulty spark plug.
1. Fill tank if empty.
2. Connect lead wire.
3. Spark should jump gap between
control electrode and side elec
trode. If spark does not jump,
replace the spark plug.
Hard starting or loss of
power
1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug
wire.
2. Clean air cleaner as described in
engine manual.
Engine overheats
1. Carburetor not adjusted
properly.
2. Air flow restricted.
3. Engine oil level low.
1. Adjust carburetor. See engine
manual.
2. Remove blower housing and clean
as described in the engine
manual.
3. Fill crankcase with the proper oil.
Controls do not engage
Belts worn and/or
stretched.
Make control cable adjustment
(see adjustment section) or replace
belt.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments iisted above, please contact your local service dealer.
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