Shooting Guide - MTD 340 Series Operator's Manual

SECTION 11: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the tiller is to be inoperative for a period longer 3.
than 30 days, the following precautions are
recommended.
1. Working outdoors, drain all fuel from the fuel
tank. Run the engine until it stops from lack of
fuel.
_ WARNING:
Do not drain fuel while
smoking, or if near an open fire.
2_
Drain all the oil from the crankcase (this should
be done after the engine has been operated and
is still warm) and refill the crankcase with fresh
oil.
Protect the inside of the engine for storage as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed
with your tiller.
4. Clean the engine and the entire tiller thoroughly.
5. Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.
NOTE:
When storing any type of power equipment
in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care
should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a
light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially
any springs, bearings and cables.
6. Store in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Possibie Causeis)- ----TCorrecctive Action ............
Engine falls to Fuel tank empty, or sta e fue. F tank with clea_a-soiinel Fuel will not iastov_
start
Engine runs
erratic
Engine over-
heats
Tines do not
engage
Throttle control lever not in correct
starting position (if so equipped).
Blocked fuel line.
Dirty aircleaner.
Choke not in ON position.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Faulty spark plug,
Engine flooded.
Unit running on CHOKE.
Spark plug wire loose.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
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Vent in gas cap plugged.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Dirty air cleaner.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Engine oil level low.
Dirty air cleaner.
Air flow restricted.
Carburetor not adjusted properly.
Foreign object lodged in .tines.
Tine clevis pin(s) missing.
Pulley and idler not in correct
adjustment.
Control cable not adjusted properly.
Belt worn and/or stretched,
thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Move throttle lever to start position,
Clean fuel line.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Move switch to ON position.
Connect wire to spark plug.
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Move choke lever to OFF position.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline, Fuel will
not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Clear vent.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Fill crankcase with proper oil.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Adjust carburetor as instructed in separate engine manual.
Dislodge foreign object.
Replace tine clevis pin(s).
Take unit to authorized service dealer.
IAdjust control cable (see assembly instructions).
LReplace belt.
Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer.
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