MTD 410 - Troubleshooting Guide

SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Trouble
Possible Cause(s)
Corrective Action
Engine fails to
start
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Throttle control lever not in correct
starting position (if so equipped).
Blocked fuel line.
Dirty aircleaner.
Choke not in ON position.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Faulty spark plug.
Engine flooded.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over
thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Move throttle lever to start position.
Clean fuel line.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Move switch to ON position.
Connect wire to spark plug.
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Engine runs
erratic
Unit running on CHOKE.
Spark plug wire loose.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Vent in gas cap plugged.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Dirty air cleaner.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Move choke lever to OFF position.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will
not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Clear vent.
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.
Engine over¬
heats
Engine oil level low.
Dirty air cleaner.
Air flow restricted.
Carburetor not adjusted properly.
Fill crankcase with proper oil.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Adjust carburetor as instructed in separate engine manual.
Tines do not
engage
Foreign object lodged in tines.
Tine clevis pin(s) missing.
Pulley and idler not in correct
adjustment.
Not shifting properly.
Control cable not adjusted properly.
Belt worn and/or stretched.
Dislodge foreign object.
Replace tine clevis pin(s).
Take unit to authorized service dealer.
Refer to controls section of operator’s manual for proper
shifting procedures.
Adjust control cable (see assembly instructions).
Replace belt.
Wheels do not
engage
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Clevis pin missing.
Tiller is not being shifted properly.
Control cable not adjusted properly.
Belt worn and/or stretched.
Replace clevis pin.
Refer to controls section of operator’s manual for proper
shifting procedures.
Adjust control cable (see assembly instructions).
Replace belt.
Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer.