Controls & Features - MTD 173 cc Manual Del Operador

Controls and Features
Fuel Cap
Starter Handle
Oil Fill Cap
Oil Drain
† If Equipped
Choke
(If Equipped)
The choke control is located either on the left side of the handle
or on the engine below the engine switch and when activated,
closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting
the engine. Pull the choke control to activate the choke on the
engine. Use of the choke may not be necessary if the engine is
warm or the air temperature is high.
Primer
(If Equipped)
The primer is located on the left side of the
engine, behind the air cleaner. Pressing the
primer forces fuel directly into the engine's
carburetor to aid in starting the engine.
Engine Switch
(If Equipped)
The engine switch is located on the engine. Turn the switch "On"
when starting the engine and turn it to "Off" when you want to
shut it down.
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Muffler
Figure 4-1
Primer†
Air Cleaner
Spark Plug
Choke†
Fuel Shut-Off Valve
(If Equipped)
The fuel shut off valve is located on the engine to the right of the
choke. Be sure the valve is on before starting the engine. Turn the
valve off when towing or transporting equipment.
Oil Drain
Removing the oil drain plug will drain the oil from the engine.
The engine is equipped with a side drain, and on select units, you
may also access a bottom drain.
Oil Fill Cap
Remove the oil fill cap to check the oil level and add oil.
Fuel Cap
Remove the fuel cap to add fuel.
Starter Handle
Pull the starter handle to start the engine.
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Engine
Switch†
Fuel Shut-Off
Valve†