Troubleshooting The Tractor - Simplicity Baron Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting the tractor

Engine will not turnover or start.
Problem
1. PTO switch in the on position.
2. Out of fuel.
3. Engine flooded.
4. Circuit breaker tripped.
5. Battery terminals require cleaning.
6. Battery discharged or dead.
7. Wiring loose or broken.
8. Solenoid or starter motor faulty.
9. Brake pedal not depressed.
10. Safety interlock switch faulty.
11. Spark plugs faulty, fouled or incorrectly gapped.
12. Water in fuel.
13. Gas is old or stale.
Engine starts hard or runs poorly.
1. Fuel mixture too rich.
2. Spark plugs faulty, fouled or incorrectly gapped.
Engine knocks.
1. Low oil level.
2. Using wrong grade oil.
Excessive oil consumption.
1. Engine running too hot.
2. Using wrong weight oil.
3. Too much oil in crankcase.
G-2
When servicing the tractor or mower deck, disengage PTO, remove
ignition key, set parking brake and disconnect the spark plug wires.
Solution
1. Place in the off position.
2. If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.
3. Move throttle control out of choke position.
4. Wait one minute for automatic reset. Replace if defective.
5. See "Regular maintenance" section.
6. Recharge or replace.
7. Visually check wiring and replace if damaged. Tighten loose connections.
8. Repair or replace. See authorized dealer.
9. Depress brake pedal.
10. See authorized dealer.
11. See engine manual.
12. Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
13. Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
1. Clean air filter. Check choke adjustment.
2. See engine manual.
1. Check/add oil as required.
2. See engine manual.
1. Clean engine fins, blower screen and air cleaner.
2. See engine manual.
3. Drain excess oil.