Troubleshooting - Briggs & Stratton 2691351-00 Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting the Rider
PROBLEM
Engine will not turnover
or start.
Engine starts hard or runs
poorly.
Engine knocks.
Excessive oil consump-
tion.
Engine exhaust is black.
Engine runs, but rider will
not drive.
Rider steers or handles
poorly.
For all other issues, see authorized dealer.
LOOK FOR
Ground speed levers not in
START/PARK positions.
Parking brake not engaged.
PTO (electric clutch) switch in ON
position.
Out of fuel.
Fuel valve closed (if equipped).
Engine flooded.
Gas is old or stale.
Battery terminals require cleaning. Clean the battery terminals.
Battery discharged or dead.
Spark plug(s) faulty, fouled or
incorrectly gapped.
Water in fuel.
Fuel mixture too rich.
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or incor-
rectly gapped.
Fuel filter dirty.
Low oil level.
Using wrong grade oil.
Engine running too hot.
Using wrong grade oil.
Too much oil in crankcase.
Dirty air filter.
Engine choke control is in closed
position.
Transmission(s) disengaged.
Steering linkage is loose.
REMEDY
Lock ground speed levers in START/ PARK positions.
Engage parking brake.
Place in OFF position.
If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.
Open fuel valve.
Open the choke (if equipped).
Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
Recharge or replace.
Clean and gap or replace.
Drain fuel and refill with fresh fuel.
Clean air filter. Check the choke (if equipped).
Clean and gap or replace.
Replace fuel filter.
Check/add oil as required.
See Oil Recommendations.
See engine fins, blower screen, and air cleaner.
See Oil Recommendations.
Drain excess oil.
Replace air filter.
Open choke control (if equipped).
Unlock roll release lever(s).
Check and tighten any loose connections.
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