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MTD 123cc User Manual

MTD 123cc
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MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Warranty
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Op e r a t O r s Ma n u a l
Form No. 769-06051A
(March 3, 2011)
123cc OHV Horizontal Shaft Engine
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MTD 123cc Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMTD
Model123cc
CategoryEngine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safe Operation Practices

Training

Instructions for safe operation and understanding the manual.

Preparation

Steps to take before operating the engine, including inspection and attire.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Precautions and procedures for safely refueling the engine.

Safety Symbols and Warnings

Explanation of safety symbols and critical warnings for engine operation.

Set-Up

Record Product Information

Record model and serial number for technical support and dealer reference.

Gas & Oil

Instructions for adding gasoline and checking engine oil levels.

Checking the Oil

Detailed steps for checking engine oil level on different engine models.

Checking Oil Level on Engines with Quarter-Turn Oil Fill Caps

Specific instructions for checking oil with quarter-turn fill caps.

Checking Oil Level on Engines with Threaded Oil Fill Caps

Specific instructions for checking oil with threaded fill caps.

Filling Oil Sump

Procedure for adding the correct amount of oil to the engine.

Adding Fuel

Safe procedures for refueling the engine with gasoline.

Operation

Pre-Operation Check

Essential checks before starting the engine for safety and longevity.

Starting the Engine

Detailed steps and warnings for safely starting the engine.

Recoil Starter

Instructions for using the manual recoil starter mechanism.

Stopping the Engine & Short Term Storage

Procedures for safely stopping the engine and preparing for short-term storage.

After the Engine is Stopped

Actions to take after the engine has been shut down.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Schedule of required periodic inspections and adjustments for the engine.

Checking and Changing the Engine Oil

Procedures for checking and changing the engine oil.

Oil Recommendations

Guidance on the type and viscosity of oil for the engine.

Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick

Details on accessing and using the oil fill cap and dipstick.

Spark Plug Service

Instructions for inspecting, cleaning, gapping, and replacing the spark plug.

Air Filter (If so equipped)

Procedures for cleaning or replacing the air filter element.

Cleaning the Engine

Steps for cleaning dirt and debris from the engine.

Transporting Your Engine

Safety instructions for transporting the engine, including fuel tank handling.

Storing Your Engine

Guidance for short-term and seasonal storage of the engine.

Fuel Storage

Safety warnings and procedures for storing fuel and the engine with fuel.

Extended Storage - Draining the Fuel

Procedures for draining the fuel tank for extended storage.

Oil Cylinder Bore

Lubricating the cylinder bore for protection during storage.

Off-Season Storage

Detailed steps for preparing the engine for off-season storage.

Removing From Storage

Steps to prepare the engine after storage for operation.

Troubleshooting

Engine Fails to start

Common causes and remedies for an engine that will not start.

Engine runs erratically

Causes and solutions for an engine that runs unevenly or poorly.

Engine overheats

Identifying and resolving the cause of engine overheating.

Warranty

Replacement Parts

List of engine parts and their corresponding part numbers.

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