Off-Season Stoarge; Troubleshooting - MTD Series 410 Operator's Manual

SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON S TORAGE
If the lawn mower is not going to be used for 30 days or
longer, prepare the unit for storage. Follow the steps
below for proper storage of the mower.
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
Trouble
Engine fails to
start
Engine runs
erratic 2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Engine 1.
overheats 2.
3.
Possible Cause(s)
1. Blade control handle disengaged.
2. Sparkplug wire disconnected.
3. Dirty aircleaner.
4. Primer button not depressed.
5. Throttle control lever (if so equipped) not in
correct starting position.
6. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
7. Blocked fuel line
8. Faulty spark plug.
9. Engine flooded.
1. Throttle lever, if equipped, in START.
Spark plug wire loose.
Blocked fuel line, if equipped, or stale fuel.
Vent in gas cap plugged.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Dirty air cleaner.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Engine oil level low.
Dirty aircleaner.
Air flow restricted.
Corrective Actions
1. Engage blade control handle.
2. Connect wire to spark plug.
3. Refer to the engine manual.
4. Refer to the engine manual.
5. Move throttle lever to FAST or START position.
6.
7.
8.
9.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
1.
2.
3.
4. Carburetor not adjusted properly. 4.
Occasional skip 1. Spark plug gap too close. 1.
(hesitates) at 2. Carburetoridle mixture adjustment 2.
high speed improperly set.
Idles poorly 1. Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too wide. 1. Reset gap to .030" or replace spark plug.
2. Carburetor improperly adjusted. 2. Refertotheengine manual.
3. Dirtyaircleaner. 3. Refertotheengine manual.
Excessive 1. Cutting bladeloose or unbalanced. 1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade.
vibration 2. Bent cutting blade. 2. See an authorized service dealer.
Mower will not 1. Engine speed too low. 1. Set throttle at full throttle (If equipped).
mulch grass 2. Wet grass. 2. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until later to cut.
3. Excessively high grass. 3. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at
desired height or make a narrower cutting swath (1/2
width).
Uneven cut 1. Wheels not positioned correctly. 1. Place all four wheels in same height position.
2. Dull blade. 2. Sharpen or replace blade.
Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline.
Clean fuel line.
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Refer to the engine manual.
Move throttle lever, if equiped, to FAST position.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
Clear vent or threads or replace.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Refer to the engine manual.
Refer to the engine manual.
Fill crankcase with proper oil.
Refer to the engine manual.
Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove
blower housing and clean.
Refer to the engine manual.
Adjust gap to .030".
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer
or call Customer Service at I (330) 220-4MTD or 1(800) 800- 7310.
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