Troubleshooting - Toro 73542 Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
The starter does not crank.
The engine cranks, but will not
start.
Possible Causes
1. The PTO is on.
2. The brake is not depressed or
the parking brake is not on.
3. The operator is not seated.
4. The electrical connections are
corroded or loose.
5. A fuse is blown or loose.
6. The relay or switch is broken.
7. The battery is discharged.
8. The safety interlock system is
malfunctioning.
9. A broken starter or starter
solenoid.
10.Seized internal engine
components.
1. Incorrect starting procedure.
2. The fuel tank is empty.
3. The fuel shut-off valve is
closed.
4. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in the
fuel system.
5. Clogged fuel line.
6. The spark plug lead is
disconnected.
7. The kill relay is not energized.
8. A spark plug is damaged or
dirty.
9. The ignition is broken.
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Corrective Action
1. Move the PTO to the off
position.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Sit on the seat.
4. Check the electrical
connections for good contact.
5. Correct or replace fuse.
6. Contact Authorized Service
Dealer.
7. Charge or replace the battery.
8. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
9. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
10.Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
1. Refer to Starting and Stopping
the Engine, page 12.
2. Fill with fresh fuel.
3. Open the fuel shut-off valve.
4. Drain and flush the fuel system;
add fresh fuel.
5. Clean or replace.
6. Reconnect the spark plug.
7. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
8. Replace the spark plug.
9. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.