Snapper LT145H33FBV, LT145H38FBV Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual page 35

PROBLEM
Tractor Will Not 1. Speed control handle in the neutral "N"
Move Or Loss Of
position.
Traction
2. Roll release control in "ROLL" position.
3. Low transmission oil level.
4. Shifter out of adjustment.
5. Traction drive belt requires adjustment.
6. Traction drive belt requires replacement.
Blade(s) Not 1. Blade engagement switch in the "OFF"
Turning
position.
2. Blade belt requires adjustment.
3. Blade belt requires replacement.
4. Electric clutch not functioning.
Cutting Grass 1. Uneven tire pressure.
Improperly
2. Cutting height too low or high.
3. Engine speed too slow.
4. Forward speed too fast.
5. Deck side to side level requires adjustment.
6. Deck front to rear level requires adjustment.
7. Cutting Blade dull or damaged.
8. Blade belt requires replacement.
9. Blade belt slipping.
1. Engine speed too slow.
Poor Grass
Discharge
2. Forward speed too fast.
3. Grass is wet.
4. Excessively worn or damaged blade(s).
5. Build up of grass clippings and debris under
deck.
6. Improper blade(s) installed on deck.
7. Blade(s) installed improperly on deck.
Battery Will Not 1. Poor cable connections.
Charge
2. Bad battery cell(s).
3. Faulty alternator.
Oil Leaking From 1. Loose or missing oil filler cap on
Transmission
transmission.
2. Leaking axle seats.
3. Leaking at casing seal.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
(Continued From Previous Page)
PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Place speed control in desired speed.
2. Move roll release control to the engaged
position.
3. Bring oil to proper level.
4. Adjust shifter.
5. Adjust traction drive belt.
6. Replace traction drive belt.
1. Move switch to the "ON" position.
2. Adjust mower belt.
3. Replace mower belt.
4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.
1. Bring to proper pressure.
2. Adjust cutting height.
3. Move engine speed control to "FAST".
4. Move speed control to a slower speed.
5. Adjust side to side level.
6. Adjust front to rear level.
7. Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade.
8. Replace blade belt.
9. Replace blade belt.
1. Move engine speed control to "FAST".
2. Move speed control to a slower speed.
3. Mow when grass is dry.
4. Service mower blade(s).
5. Clean deck.
6. Install proper SNAPPER blades.
7. Install blades properly.
1. Clean cables and battery terminals.
2. Replace with new battery.
3. Contact engine manufacturer's dealer.
1. Check oil level and re-install oil cap.
2. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.
3. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.
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