Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Service And Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Replacement Parts
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Record Product Information
Before setting up and operating your new
engine, please locate the model plate and record
the information in the provided area to the right.
You can locate the model plate by standing at
the operator's position and looking at the rear or
right side of the engine. This information will be
necessary, should you seek technical support via
our web site, Customer Support Department, or
with a local authorized service dealer.
Read and follow all safety rules and instructions in this manual before attempting to operate.
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are
applicable to all models and the model depicted may differ from yours.
159 cc, 196 cc and 224 cc
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WARNING
WARNING
Form No. 769-25350
(July 17, 2020)
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The MTD 159 cc engine may not start due to the following reasons:
1. Blade control disengaged (for lawn mowers) – Engage the blade control.
2. Spark plug wire disconnected – Connect the wire to the spark plug.
3. Empty or stale fuel – Fill the tank with fresh gasoline.
4. Fuel shut-off valve closed (if equipped) – Open the valve.
5. Choke not engaged (if equipped) – Engage the choke.
6. Faulty spark plug – Clean, adjust gap, or replace the spark plug.
7. Blocked fuel filter – Replace the fuel filter.
8. Engine flooded – Wait a few minutes before restarting without priming.
9. Engine not primed (if equipped) – Prime the engine.
10. Start key not fully inserted – Insert key until it clicks.
11. Dead battery (electric start models) – Charge the battery.
12. Tripped circuit breaker – Clear debris and reset if needed.
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