Troubleshooting - Snapper SCRAMBLER SZT18336BVE Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

PROBLEM
Excessive Vibration 1. Damaged, out of balance or bent mower blades.
2. Loose blade components.
3. Loose or missing air lift (if equipped).
4. Lumpy or frayed belt.
5. Bent Idler, stationary or spindle pulley.
Rider Will Not Move Or 1. Motion Control Levers in neutral "N" position.
Loss Of Traction
Blade(s) Not Cutting
Cutting Grass
Improperly
Poor Grass Discharge
Battery Will Not Charge 1. Poor cable connections.
Oil Leaking

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBABLE CAUSE
2. Roll release lever is in "ROLL" position.
3. Low transmission hydraulic oil level.
4. Parking Brake engaged.
5. Traction drive belt requires replacement.
1. Blade engagement switch in the "OFF" position.
2. Clutch belt slipping.
3. Mower belt slipping.
4. Electric clutch not functioning.
1. Uneven tire pressure.
2. Cutting height too low or high.
3. Engine speed too slow.
4. Forward speed too fast.
5. Terraced cut, side to side.
6. Excessive deck pitch, front to rear.
7. Cutting blade(s) dull or damaged.
8. Blade belt slipping.
9. Check electric clutch.
10. Check clutch belt.
1. Engine speed too slow.
2. Forward speed too fast.
3. Grass is wet.
4. Excessively worn or damaged blade(s).
5. Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck.
6. Improper blade(s) installed on deck.
7. Blade(s) installed improperly on deck.
2. Bad battery cell(s).
3. Faulty alternator.
1. Leaking hose fittings, clamps or reservoir.
1. Service mower blade(s).
2. Service and tighten loose parts.
3. Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque.
4. Replace belt.
5. Replace pulley.
1. Move levers in desired position.
2. Move roll release lever to the engaged position.
3. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.
4. Move parking brake to disengaged position.
5. Replace traction drive belt.
1. Move blade switch to the "ON" position.
2. Replace clutch belt.
3. Replace mower belt.
4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.
1. Bring to proper pressure.
2. Adjust cutting height.
3. Move engine speed control to "FAST" position.
4. Move joystick to a slower speed.
5. Adjust side to side level.
6. Adjust front to rear pitch.
7. Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade(s).
8. Replace blade belt.
9. Adjust to proper specifications.
10. Replace clutch belt.
1. Move engine speed control to "FAST" position.
2. Move joystick to a slower speed.
3. Mow when grass is dry.
4. Service mower blade(s).
5. Clean deck.
6. Install proper SNAPPER blades.
7. Install blades properly.
1. Clean cables and battery terminals.
2. Replace with new battery.
3. Contact engine manufacturer's dealer.
1. Verify fittings and hose clamps are tight.
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