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Carefully allow the ratchet to pivot rearward before removing it from the square hole.
IMPORTANT:
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Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys and the electric PTO clutch.
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Route the new belt as shown in Figure 16. Use 3/8"-drive ratchet wrench to pivot the idler bracket forward and
route the belt around the idler pulley. Make certain the belt is routed in front of the grease fitting found on the
rear of the idler bracket. See Figure 16.
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Secure belt guards removed earlier. Re-tighten the bolt which secures pivoting idler pulley to the idler bracket.
Off-Season Storage
WARNING:
Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame, spark or
pilot light such as on water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.
WARNING:
Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors, away from an open flame. Allow engine
to cool. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel.
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Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed on page 16 before storing for an extended period.
•
Follow the engine manual for proper engine care prior to storing your tractor.
•
It is not necessary to remove the battery from the tractor for storage. However, clean the top of the battery and
make sure it has full charge. Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery before storing the tractor.
NOTE: Recharge the battery before returning it to service after storage. Even if the tractor starts, the engine
charging system may not bring the battery upto a full charge, unless it is recharged.
SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble
Engine fails to start
Engine runs erratic
Engine overheats
Engine hesitates at high RPM
Idles poorly
Excessive vibration
Mower will not mulch grass
Uneven cut
NOTE: For unsolved problems and/or further details, visit www.mtdproducts.com or call the Customer Support Line
at 1-800-800-7310.
Possible Cause(s)
1.
PTO knob engaged.
2.
Parking brake not engaged.
3.
Spark plug wire(s) disconnected.
4.
Throttle not in starting position.
5.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
6.
Blocked fuel line.
7.
Faulty spark plug.
8.
Engine flooded.
1.
Unit running with CHOKE applied.
2.
Spark plug wire loose.
3.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
4.
Vent in gas cap plugged.
5.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
6.
Dirty air cleaner.
1.
Engine oil level low.
2.
Air flow restricted.
1.
Spark plug gap too close.
1.
Spark plug fouled, or gap too wide.
2.
Dirty air cleaner.
1.
Blade unbalanced or damaged.
1.
Engine speed too low.
2.
Wet grass.
3.
Excessively high grass.
4.
Dull blade.
1.
Deck not balanced properly.
2.
Dull blade.
3.
Uneven tire pressure.
Corrective Action
1.
Disengage the PTO knob.
2.
Engage parking brake.
3.
Connect wire(s) to spark plug.
4.
Place throttle lever to CHOKE position.
5.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gas.
6.
Clean fuel line.
7.
Clean, adjust gap or replace plug.
8.
Crank engine with throttle in FAST position.
1.
Place throttle lever in FAST position.
2.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
3.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh gas.
4.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh gas.
5.
Replace air cleaner cartridge or clean pre-
cleaner, if so equipped.
1.
Fill crankcase with proper capacity and weight
of oil.
2.
Clean grass clippings and debris from around
the engine's cooling fins and blower housing.
1.
Remove spark plug(s) and reset the gap at
.030".
1.
Replace spark plug(s). Set plug gap at .030".
2.
Replace air cleaner cartridge or clean pre-
cleaner, if so equipped.
1.
Tighten , balance and/or replace blade.
1.
Place throttle in FAST (rabbit) position.
2.
Do not mow wet grass; wait until it dries.
3.
Mow at a high cutting height, then mow again.
4.
Sharpen or replace blade.
1.
Perform side-to-side deck adjustment.
2.
Sharpen or replace blade.
3.
Check tire pressure in all four tires.
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