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MTD Troubleshooting Guide
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Whether it's your mower, tractor, or handheld equipment, P&P Small Engines is here to answer all of your MTD troubleshooting questions. With a number of frequently asked questions, we'll guide you through easy at-home steps to troubleshoot your MTD outdoor power equipment from the comfort of your own garage.     Troubleshoot your MTD Mower    Mower won't start? If you can't get your mower to turn over, it might be one of these seven common issues: –– The control handle's not engaged–– You need to reconnect the spark plug wire–– Replace the fuel tank with new gas–– Clean the fuel...

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Proper Mowing Heights for your Lawn
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Cutting your grass too low can lead to unhealthy growth patterns, and you might even invite pesky weeds to take up residence in your yard. If you want to take first place in this year's neighborhood lawn competition, just follow our guide to learn about proper mowing heights. 
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Outdoor Equipment Summer Maintenance Checklist
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Regular maintenance ensures a long life of optimum performance for your mowers and outdoor lawn equipment. To get your gear ready for the summer season, follow our outdoor equipment summer maintenance checklist. For mowers and motorized outdoor equipment: 1. Change oil and oil filter 2. Change air filter 3. Clean the mower deck and underneath the deck  4. Inspect spark plugs; replace if necessary 5. Inspect blades; sharpen or replace if necessary  6. Stabilize the fuel if you didn't empty the tank before storing 7. Clean the carburetor  8. Inspect fuel filter; replace if necessary  9. Check tire pressure 10....

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