Engine Will Not Start - Exmark Phazer Operator's Manual

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6.3 ENGINE WILL NOT START.

PROBLEM
Will not start
Hard starting
Stops suddenly
Lacks power
Operates
erratically
Knocks or pings
Skips or misfires
Backfires
Overheats
High fuel
consumption
a) Make sure battery is at a full charge.
b) Be sure the throttle control is midway between the "SLOW" and "FAST" positions,
and the choke is in the "ON" position for a cold engine or the "OFF" position for a
warm engine.
c) Make sure there is fuel in the fuel tank and that the fuel valve is open.
d) Be sure the seat switch is working properly.
e) Make sure the parking brake is set and motion control levers are moved out
(neutral lock position).
f) Check that the PTO is disengaged.
g) Check that the spark plug wires are properly connected.
h) Check for loose or faulty wiring connections.
i) Check for corrosion at all wiring connections. Even minor corrosion may cause a
faulty connection. Clean connector terminals thoroughly with electrical contact
cleaner, apply dielectric grease and reconnect.
NOTE: When disconnecting electrical connectors DO NOT pull on the wires to
separate the connectors.
NOTE: After carefully checking the above steps, attempt to start the engine. If it
does not start, contact your authorized Exmark service dealer.
IMPORTANT: It is essential that all operator safety mechanisms be connected
and in proper operating condition prior to mower use.
When a problem occurs, do not overlook the simple causes. For example, starting
problems could be caused by an empty fuel tank.
The following table lists some of the common causes of trouble. DO NOT attempt to
service or replace major items or any items that call for special timing of adjustments
procedures (such as valves, governor, etc.). Have this work done by your Engine
Service Dealer.
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
NO IMPROPER DIRT IN
FUEL FUEL FUEL LINE
X
X X
X
X
X
X
X
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FAULTY
DIRTY AIR
SPARK
FILTER
PLUG
X X X
X X X
X X
X X X
X X X
X X X
X X X
X X
X X
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BLOCKED INCORRECT
ENGINE
FUEL OIL
OVERLOADED
FILTER LEVEL
X X
X X
X X X
X X X
X X
X
X
X X
X
DIRTY
AIR
SCREEN
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X