Snapper RPX102 Owner's Manual page 90

Malfunction, defect
 Check that the blades are not bent or twisted, also check that they are balanced. If they are deformed, replace
 Check that the belt does not have burned areas or irregularities, which could cause the vibrations. If the belt
 Check that the blades are not worn out or damaged. Replace them if necessary.
 Check that the electromagnetic clutch switches on properly. If the clutch is not working properly have it replaced
Belts vibrate extremely
when turning on the
 Check the inside surface of the pulley on the engine. If it is coarse or has cracks, it is necessary to replace
mowing deck
 Check whether grass has accumulated on the underside of the mowing deck. It is necessary to remove this
 Check whether the defect is not in the engine mount. Tighten bolts or replace as necessary.
 Check the belt tension (
 Check the tension of the travel drive belt (
 Check whether the belt is damaged or worn out.
The travel drive belt of the
 Check whether the movement of the clutch mechanism is blocked by a foreign object. If yes, remove the
mower is slipping
 Check the engine belt pulley or transmission belt pulley for damage. Replace if necessary.
 Check the tension of the travel drive belt (
The travel drive belt of the
machine is creaking
 Check the tension of the travel drive belt (
 Check the route of the belt. Adjust if necessary.
The travel drive belt jumps
 Check whether the pulleys are damage. Replace them if necessary.
out during operation
 Check the gap of the travel clutch mechanism. Deviations may result in the clutch bearing holder being bent
 Check the tension of the travel drive belt (
The machine does not
travel when the travel pedal  Check the belt pulley of the engine and transmission with respect to cut off or damaged grooves. Replace it
is pushed
 Check whether any pulleys are damaged or deformed. Replace them if necessary.
 Check whether the belt has any burned spaces or other irregularities. Replace it if necessary.
Extreme vibrations occur
when travelling  Check the tension of the travel drive belt (
 Check that the mowing blades are balanced. Balance or replace them if necessary.
 Check that the space between the pinion and the segment is not too large. If yes, adjust the cogged segment.
The steering is slipping
through or loose
 Check that there is petrol in the petrol tank.
 Check that the prescribed procedure for starting the engine was followed (
 Check the fuse. Replace if necessary.
 Check whether the voltage on the battery terminals is 12 V. On a new machine check whether the battery was
The engine does not run
 Check that all wire connections are in order and that the electrical system switches work.
 Check the engine again exactly according to the instructions in the User's manual of the engine manufacturer.
 Check that the prescribed procedure for starting the engine was followed (
 Check that the fuel filter is not clogged.
The engine is rotating but
 Check whether the fuel tap is open (applies only to machines with a BS15, HP engine).
will not start up
 Make sure that the throttle lever is in the position "CHOKE".
 Check the engine again exactly according to the instructions in the User's manual of the engine manufacturer.
The machine cannot
 Check that the by-pass lever is in position "0".
be pushed or only with
difficulty
 Check the condition of the belts and the tensioning pulleys If the problem persists, immediately contact an
A "whistling" sound is
made when travelling
 Use the emergency travel system and drive the machine to a location from which it can be transported to
It is not possible to start the
machine in the normal way
them.
is damaged, replace it.
or repaired at an authorised service centre.
the pulley.
grass.
6.3.8). If necessary adjust the tension.
foreign object.
the tension of the belt. If the brake is not in proper working order, have it adjusted at an authorised service
centre.
out of shape. Replace it if necessary.
if necessary.
Check for wear on the ball and socket joints. Replace the joints if necessary.
activated and charged. On new mowers replace the spark plug and check that there is not oil accumulated on
the cylinder due to incorrect handling.
Have the electrical system checked at a specialised workshop.
the petrol tank is clean.
Have the cabling and switches checked at a specialised workshop.
authorised service centre.
a service centre ( 5.2.1)
Remedy
6.3.11). If necessary adjust its tension.
6.3.11) and the working order of the brake. If necessary adjust
6.3.11). If necessary adjust its tension.
6.3.11). If necessary adjust its tension.
6.3.11). If necessary adjust its tension.
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5.2)
5.2). Check that the petrol in