Off-Season Storage; Troubleshooting - MTD 11B-022B062 Operator's Manual

SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON S TORAGE
The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn
mower for storage.
• Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described
in the lubrication instructions.
• Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions.
• Coat mower's cutting blade with chassis grease to
prevent rusting.
• Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE:
When storing any type of power equipment in
an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all
moving parts.
SECTION 9: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Corrective Actions
Trouble
Engine fails to
start
Possible Cause(s)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Engine runs 1.
erratic 2.
Engine 1.
overheats 2.
3.
Blade control handle disengaged.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Dirty aircleaner.
Primer button net depressed.
Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
Blocked fuel line.
Faulty spark plug.
Engine flooded.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Engine oil level low.
Dirty air cleaner.
Air flow restricted.
4. Carburetor not adjusted properly. 4.
Occasional skip 1. Spark plug gap too close. 1.
(hesitates) at 2. Carburetor idle mixture 2.
high speed adjustment improperly set.
Idles poorly 1. Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap 1. Reset gap to.030" or replace spark plug.
too wide.
2. Carburetor not adjusted. 2. Refer to the engine manual.
Excessive 1. Cutting blade loose or 1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade.
vibration unbalanced.
2. Bent cutting blade. 2. See an authorized service dealer.
Mower will net 1. Wet grass. 1. Wait until later to cut.
mulch grass 2. Excessively high grass. 2. Mow once at a high cutting heighL then mow again at
desired height.
Uneven cut 1. Wheels positioned incorrectly. 1. Place all four wheels in same height position.
2. Dull blade. 2. Sharpen or replace blade.
1. Engage blade control handle.
2. Connect wire to spark plug.
3. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
4. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
5. Clean fuelline.
6. Clean, adjust gap or replace.
7. Refer to the engine manual.
8. Wait for a while and crank the engine.
1. Clean fuel line; fill tank with dean, fresh gasoline.
2. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
3. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove
blower housing and dean.
Refer to the engine manual.
Adjust gap to.030".
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
NOTE:
For repairs beyond those listed above, contact your local authorized service representative.
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