MTD 139 cc OHV User Manual

MTD Products Ltd., P. O. Box 1386, KITCHENER, ONTARIO N2G 4J1
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.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
769-06653C
10.15.12
139 cc OHV Vertical Shaft Engine
* Model 1P65BOB Shown

MTD 139 cc OHV Specifications

General

Brand	MTD
Model	139 cc OHV
Category	Engine
Language	English

Summary

Important Safe Operation Practices

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

Operation

Training

Do not modify engine

Warning against modifying the engine, especially the governor.

Preparation

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Precautions and instructions for safely handling gasoline to prevent injury.

Spark Arrestor

Safety Symbols

READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S)

Instruction to read and follow all manual instructions before operation.

WARNING—GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE

Warning about gasoline flammability and cooling the engine before refueling.

WARNING—CARBON MONOXIDE

Warning about carbon monoxide danger in poorly ventilated areas.

WARNING—ELECTRICAL SHOCK

Warning about electrical shock hazards, particularly in rain.

WARNING—HOT SURFACE

Warning about hot engine parts, especially the muffler.

WARNING! Your Responsibility

Emphasizes owner's responsibility for safe operation.

Set-Up

Gas & Oil

Extended Dipstick

Instructions for checking oil level using an extended dipstick.

Oil Recommendations

Fuel Requirements

Details on the type of gasoline to use and precautions.

Checking Oil Level

Step-by-step instructions for checking the engine oil level.

Adding Fuel

Safety instructions and steps for adding fuel to the engine.

Operation

Pre-Operation Check

Steps to perform before starting the engine, like checking oil and fuel.

Manual Choke System (On the Engine)

Stopping Engine

Starting the Engine

General safety warning and instructions for starting the engine.

Auto-Choke System

Step-by-step guide for starting engines with an auto-choke system.

Primer System

Engine Maintenance

Oil Service

Oil Change

Single Element Air Filter

Air Filter Service

Dual Element Air Filter

Spark Plug Service

Spark Plug Service

Fuel Filter Service

Storage

Storage

Removing From Storage

Removing From Storage

Troubleshooting

FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT