Operating The Engine; Engine Components; Engine Overview; Ignition Key - MTD 179cc Operator's Manual

Muffler
Primer

Ignition Key

Throttle
Choke
Starter Handle
Oil Drain
Electric Switch Box*
* Optional
Figure 2-1: Front and rear views of the engine.
Read this section before starting the engine. It is important to familiarize yourself with the controls on the engine. Refer
to "Starting the Engine" section for detailed operating instructions.
Primer
Depressing primer forces fuel directly into
engine's carburetor to aid in cold-weather
starting.
Ignition Key
The ignition key is a safety device.
Insert key and snap in place; do not
turn ignition key. Pull the key out
halfway to stop the engine. Remove
key when the unit is not in use.
Throttle
The throttle control regulates the speed of the engine
and will shut off the engine when moved into the STOP
position.
Choke
Activating the choke closes the choke
plate on the carburetor and aids in
starting the engine. For information
on choke usage, see "Starting The
Engine."
Starter Handle
This motor is fitted with a recoil action pull start and a
mitten grip handle for easy access while wearing gloves
or mittens.

Engine Components

Oil Filler Cap/Dipstick
Fuel Fill Cap
Electric start button*
Oil Drain
Removing the oil drain plug will drain the oil from the
engine. Refer to the Maintenance section in this manual
PRIMER
for instructions on changing the oil.
Oil Filler Cap/Dipstick
Remove oil cap to check oil level. Refer to "Pre-Operation
Check" section for checking oil and "Maintaining Your
Engine" section for adding oil instructions.
Fuel Fill Cap
Remove gas cap to add fuel. Unit runs on automotive
unleaded gas.
Electric Start (if equipped)
Electric Switch Box
Requires the use of a three-prong outdoor extension cord
and a 120V power source/wall outlet.
Electric Start Button
Pressing the electric starter button engages the engine's
electric starter when plugged into a 120V power source.

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Operating
Engine
Spark Plug
IMPORTANT: This engine
is shipped without gaso-
line or oil in the engine.
Running the engine with
insufficient oil can cause
serious engine damage
and void the engine
warranty.
Specifications are
subject to change without
notification or obligation.
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