MTD 208cc Manuel D’Utilisation

Depressing primer forces fuel directly into 
engine’s carburetor to aid in cold-weather 
starting. 

The ignition key is a safety device. 
Insert key and snap in place; do not 
turn ignition key. Pull the key out 
halfway to stop the engine. Remove 
key when the unit is not in use. 

The throttle control regulates the speed of the engine 
and will shut off the engine when moved into the STOP 
position.

Activating the choke closes the choke 
plate on the carburetor and aids in 
starting the engine. For information 
on choke usage, see “Starting The 
Engine.”

This motor is fitted with a recoil action pull start and a 
mitten grip handle for easy access while wearing gloves 
or mittens.

Removing the oil drain plug will drain the oil from the 
engine. Refer to the Maintenance section in this manual 
for instructions on changing the oil.

Remove oil cap to check oil level. Refer to “Pre-Operation 
Check” section for checking oil and “Maintaining Your 
Engine” section for adding oil instructions.

Remove gas cap to add fuel. Unit runs on automotive 
unleaded gas.

Requires the use of a three-prong outdoor extension cord 
and a 120V power source/wall outlet.

Pressing the electric starter button engages the engine’s 
electric starter when plugged into a 120V power source.

Read this section before starting the engine. It is important to familiarize yourself with the controls on the engine. Refer 
to “Starting the Engine” section for detailed operating instructions. 

Figure 2-1: Front and rear views of the engine.

* Optional

PRIMER

Spark Plug

Starter Handle

Oil Drain

Muffler

Oil Filler Cap/Dipstick

Electric start button*

Electric Switch Box*

Fuel Fill Cap

Primer

Ignition Key

Throttle

Choke