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SECTION 8: TROUBLE-SHOOTING
GUIDE
Problem
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Engine fails to start
Engine runs erratic
Engine overheats
Occasional skip at
high speed
Idles poorly
Excessive vibration
Mower will not
mulch grass
1.
Blade control handle disengaged
2.
Spark plug wire disconnected
3.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel
4.
Blocked fuel line
5.
Faulty spark plug
6.
Engine flooded
1.
Spark plug wire loose
2.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel
3.
Vent in gas cap plugged
4.
Water or dirt in fuel system
5.
Dirty air cleaner
1.
Engine oil level low
2.
Airflow restricted
1.
Spark plug gap too close
,
Uneven cut
1.
2.
,
2.
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
Spark plug fouled, faulty, or gap too wide
Dirty air cleaner
Cutting blade loose or unbalanced
Bent cutting blade
Bent engine crankshaft
Wet grass
Excessively high grass
Dull blade
Wheels not in same height position
Dull blade
1.
Engage blade control handle
2.
Connect wire to spark plug
3.
Fill up tank with fresh gasoline
4.
Clean fuel line
5.
Clean, adjust gap, or replace
6.
Wait a few minutes and start again
1.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire
2.
Clean fuel line, fill tank with fresh gas
3.
Clear vent
4.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel
5.
Clean air cleaner. Refer to engine
manual
1.
Fill crankcase with proper oil
2.
Clean lawn mower engine
1.
Adjust gap to.030 inches
1.
Reset gap to.030 inches or replace
spark plug
2.
Clean air cleaner
1.
Tighten blade and adapter, balance
blade
2.
Replace blade
3.
Contact your nearest service center
1.
Wait until grass is dry to cut
2.
Mow once at a high cutting height,
then mow again at desired height
Sharpen or replace blade
Reposition all wheels at same height
Sharpen or replace blade
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments
listed above, contact your nearest authorized service dealer.
Refer to the accompanying engine manual for more engine-related
information.
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