Troubleshooting - Briggs & Stratton 2691184-00 Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting the Tractor
PROBLEM
Engine will not turnover or start.
Engine starts hard or runs poorly.
Engine knocks.
Excessive oil consumption.
Engine exhaust is black.
Engine runs, but tractor will not drive.
Tractor steers hard or handles poorly.
Note: For all other problems, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Troubleshooting the Mower
PROBLEM
Mower cut is uneven.
Mower cut is rough looking.
Engine stalls easily with mower engaged.
Engines runs and tractor drives, but mower will not
drive.
Note: For all other problems, contact an Authorized Dealer.
LOOK FOR
Brake pedal not depressed.
Out of fuel.
Battery terminals require cleaning.
Battery discharged or dead.
Wiring loose or broken.
Fuel mixture too rich.
Low oil level.
Using wrong grade of oil.
Using wrong grade of oil.
Too much oil in crankcase.
Dirty air filter.
Ground speed control pedals not depressed.
Transmission release lever in PUSH position.
Parking brake is engaged.
Improper tire inflation.
LOOK FOR
Tractor tires not properly inflated.
Engine speed too slow.
Ground speed too fast.
Engine speed too slow.
Ground speed too fast.
Dirty or clogged air cleaner.
Cutting height set too low.
Engine not up to operating temperature.
Starting mower in tall grass.
PTO not engaged.
REMEDY
Fully depress brake pedal.
If engine is hot, allow engine to cool, then refill the
fuel tank.
Refer to Cleaning the Battery and Cables .
Charge or replace battery.
Visually check wiring. If wires are frayed or broken,
see authorized dealer.
Clean sir filter.
Check/add oil as required.
Refer to Oil Recommended Chart.
Refer to Oil Recommended Chart.
Drain excess oil.
Refer to Servicing the Air Filter .
Depress pedals.
Move into DRIVE position.
Disengage parking brake.
Refer to Checking Tire Pressure .
REMEDY
Refer to Checking Tire Pressure .
Set to full throttle.
Slow down.
Set to full throttle.
Slow down.
Refer to Servicing Air Filter .
Cut tall grass at maximum cutting height during first
pass.
Run engine for several minutes to warm up.
Start the mower in a cleared area.
Engage PTO.
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