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11 PROBLEM SOLVING
11.1
PROBLEM SOLVING GENERAL____________________________________
Symptoms
Engine will not
start
Engine hard to
start or runs
poorly.
Engine Stops
Engine
Overheating
Battery not holding
charge. Battery
light on
Decks cut
unevenly Poor
quality of cut.
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Possible Causes
Glow plug has not timed out
Battery low on charge or
defective.
Fuel tank empty or fuel
contaminated.
Blown fuse.
Defective starter relay.
Brake switch is not on.
Mow switch set to cut.
Transport pedal not in neutral.
Fuel tank empty or fuel
contaminated.
Air Cleaner blocked or dirty.
Injectors, fuel pump.
Other Engine Problem.
Fuel tank empty.
Interlocks not set before
leaving operators seat.
Coolant level low.
Radiator air intake restricted.
Waterpump/alternator belt or
fan belt loose or broken.
Loose or corroded battery
terminals.
Low electrolyte level in battery.
Alternator belt loose or broken.
Alternator defective.
Cutting blades are worn.
Engine speed too low.
Cutter motors worn.
Ground speed to high.
Action
Reset ignition switch and allow glow plug to time out before
cranking engine.
Inspect condition of battery and battery connections.
Fill tank with fresh fuel. Change filter. Bleed air from lines.
Replace Fuse.
Test and replace relay if necessary.
Ensure brake switch is on.
Set mow switch to off.
Remove foot from pedal, cheek pedal returns to the neutral
position.
Fill tank with fresh fuel. Change filter. Bleed air from lines.
Check air cleaner, replace as neccesary.
Consult engine manual.
Consult engine troubleshooting guide.
Fill with fresh fuel and bleed lines.
Ensure Parking Brake is on & Mow switch is in the off
position.
Inspect and add 50/50 antifreeze solution if required
Clean wire mesh guard at radiator.
Inspect waterpump/alternator belt and fan belt. Tighten if
neccesary.
Inspect terminals, clean and tighten as required.
Refill battery with distilled water.
Inspect waterpump/alternator belt. Tighten if neccesary.
See engine manual.
Replace blades.
Check engine speed, run engine at full throttle.
Check case drain leakage & flow check cutting circuit.
Set work speed stop.
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