Scotts S2546 Operator's Manual page 52

IF
Engine Stops When Shift Lever Is Moved To The R
(REVERSE) Position and Attachment Is Engaged
Mower
IF
Discharge Chute Plugging
Patches Of Grass Uncut
Belt Slipping
Too Much Vibration
Blades Scalping Grass
Uneven Cut
TROUBLESHOOTING
CHECK
Normal condition. (See Using Reverse Implement Option in the
OPERATING section.)
CHECK
Belt worn or installed incorrectly.
Grass too wet.
Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
Worn, bent or loose blade.
Mower deck not level.
Engine rpm too low.
Travel speed too fast.
Low/uneven tire pressure.
Blades improperly installed.
Improper blades used.
Travel speed too fast.
Engine rpm too low.
Debris in sheaves.
Worn belt.
Worn, bent or loose blade(s).
Bent blade spindle.
Damaged drive belt.
Cutting too low.
Turning speed too fast.
Ridges in terrain.
Rough or uneven terrain.
Low tire pressure.
Mower gauge wheels not adjusted correctly.
Bent blade(s).
Mower not level.
Travel speed too fast.
Blades dull, bent or loose.
Mower gauge wheels not adjusted correctly.
Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
Bent blade spindle.
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