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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
PROBLEM
Engine continues to
run when operator
leaves seat with
attachment clutch
engaged
Poor cut - uneven
cutting
Mower blade will
not rotate
Poor grass
discharge
Battery will not
charge
Loss of drive
Engine dies when
tractor is shifted
into reverse
CAUSE
1
Faulty operator-safety presence
control system.
1
Worn, bent or loose blade.
Mower deck not level.
2
3
Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash
under mower.
4
Bent blade mandrel.
5
Clogged mower deck vent from
build-up of grass, leaves, and
trash around mandrel.
1
Obstruction in clutch mechanism.
2
Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 2 Replace mower drive belt.
3
Frozen idler pulley.
4
Frozen blade mandrel.
1
Travel speed too fast.
2
Wet grass.
3
Mower deck not level.
4
Low/uneven tire air pressure.
5
Worn, bent or loose blade.
6
Buildup of grass, leaves and
trash under mower.
7
Mower drive belt worn.
8
Blade improperly installed.
9
Improper blade used.
10 Clogged mower deck vent holes
from buildup of grass, leaves, and
trash around mandrels.
1
Bad battery cell(s).
2
Poor cable connections.
3
Faulty alternator.
1
Freewheel control in
"DISENGAGED" position.
2
Axle key missing.
1
Reverse operation system (ROS)
is not "ON" while mower or other
attachment is engaged.
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CORRECTION
1
Check wiring, switches and
connections. If not corrected,
contact a qualified service center.
CAUTION: DO NOT
operate machine until
problem is corrected.
1 Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.
2 Level mower deck.
3 Clean underside of mower
housing.
4 Contact a qualified service center.
5 Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.
1 Remove obstruction.
3 Replace idler pulley.
4 Contact a qualified service center.
1
Shift to slower speed.
2
Allow grass to dry before mowing.
3
Level mower deck.
4
Check tires for proper PSI.
5
Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
6
Clean underside of mower
housing.
7
Replace mower drive belt.
8
Reinstall blade sharp edge down.
9
Replace with blade listed in
this manual.
10 Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.
1 Replace battery.
2 Check/clean all connections.
3 Replace alternator.
1
Place freewheel control in
"ENGAGED" position.
2
Install axle key at rear wheel. See
"TO REMOVE WHEEL" in the
Service and Adjustments section.
1 Turn ignition key to ROS "ON"
position. See Operation section.

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