Troubleshooting Guide - Dixon DX254 / 966651201 Operator's Manual

Problem
Engine will not start
Starter does not turn the engine over
Engine runs rough
Engine seems weak
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Cause
• Blade switch is engaged
• Steering controls are not locked in the neutral
position
• Parking brake is not activated
• Battery is dead
• Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line
• Fuel supply is closed or the tap for the fuel tank is
in the wrong position
• Clogged fuel filter or fuel line
• Faulty ignition system
• Dead battery
• Poor contacts on the battery terminal cable
connections
• Fuse blown
• Ignition system faulty
• Fault in the starter safety circuit See Safety
System in the Maintenance section
• Faulty carburetor
• Choke control is pulled out with warm engine
• Clogged fuel filter or jet
• Clogged ventilation valve on the fuel cap
• Fuel tank nearly empty
• Fouled spark plug
• Spark plug is loose
• Rich fuel mixture or fuel-air mixture
• Wrong fuel type
• Water in the fuel
• Clogged air filter
• Clogged air filter
• Fouled spark plugs
• Carburetor incorrectly adjusted