Trouble-
shooting
Troubleshooting
For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer.
Problem
Cause
Solution
Engine fails to start
1. Engine flooded from excessive
1. Wait at least ten minutes before
priming
starting
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Spark plug wire disconnected
Fuel tank empty or stale fuel
Engine not choked
2. Connect wire to spark plug
3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline
4. Choke engine
Faulty spark plug
5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace
6. Prime engine 3-5 times
7. Insert ignition key all the way
8. Move throttle to FAST/RUN position
Engine not primed
Ignition key installed improperly
Throttle in stop position
Engine runs erratically
Engine overheats
1. Spark plug wire loose
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire
2. Re-adjust electrode gap or change
spark plug
2.
Spark plug scorched, defective, or
electrode gap set incorrectly
Stale fuel
3.
4.
5.
3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline
4. Move choke to off
Unit running with choke on
Water or dirt in fuel system
For repairs beyond the
minor adjustments listed
here, contact an autho-
rized service dealer.
5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
1. Engine oil level low
1. Fillengineengineoil. with proper amount of
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| Categories | MTD Snow Blower Manuals, Snow Blower Manuals |
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| Tags | MTD 179cc, MTD 208cc, MTD Snow Blower Manual |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
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