Troubleshooting, Excessive Vibration Drivebelt Slips, Guide

Troubleshooting Guide

Problem

Engine fails to start

Engine runs erratic

Engine Overheats

Excessive Vibration

Drivebelt Slips

Possible Cause(s)

Dirty air cleaner

Engine needs to be primed Fuel tank empty

Stale fuel in gasoline tank Spark plug wire disconnected. Spark plug fouled

Engine flooded

Spark plug wire loose Stale fuel in gasoline tank Vent in gas cap plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner Carburetor out of adjustment

Engine oil level low Air flow restricted Dirty air filter

Carburetor not adjusted properly

Edger blade bent or damaged Blade spindle bent or damaged

Belt worn or stretched

Corrective Action

Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit. Push primer bulb two or three times.

Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

Drain gasoline and refill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug. Clean, adjust gap or replace spark plug.

Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit.

Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

Drain gasoline & refill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Clear vent of any debris.

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.

Clean the area around the engine’s cooling fins. Replace the engine’s air filter.

Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit.

Replace edger blade.

Contact an authorized MTD service dealer.

Replace drive belt.