Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting The Rider - Briggs & Stratton SnapperPRO S800X Series Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chart
While normal care and regular maintenance will extend
the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may
eventually require that service be performed to allow it to
continue operating properly.
The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common
problems, their causes and remedies.
See the information in the Maintenance Section for
instructions on how to perform most of these minor
adjustments and service repairs yourself. If you prefer, all
of these procedures can be performed for you by your local
authorized dealer.

Troubleshooting the Rider

PROBLEM
Engine will not turnover or start.
Engine starts hard or runs poorly.
Engine knocks
Excessive oil consumption
Engine exhaust is black.
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CAUSE
1. Parking brake not engaged.
2. PTO (electric clutch) switch in ON position.
3. Out of fuel
4. Ground Speed Control Levers not locked in
NEUTRAL position.
5. Operator not in seat.
6. Glow plugs not pre-heated.
7. Fuse blown.
8. Battery terminals require cleaning.
9. Battery discharged or dead.
10. Wiring loose or broken.
11. Solenoid or starter motor faulty.
12. Safety interlock switch faulty.
13. Water in fuel.
14. Fuel is old or stale.
1. Fuel mixture too rich.
2. Air in fuel system
.
1. Low oil level.
2. Using wrong grade engine oil.
1. Engine running too hot.
2. Using wrong weight oil.
3. Too much oil in crankcase.
1. Dirty air filter.
2. Air in fuel system.
WARNING
Remove the ignition key prior to
performing maintenance on the unit.
• To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the
tractor or mower only when the engine is stopped and
the parking brake is engaged.
• Always remove the ignition key, disconnect the spark
plug wire and fasten it away from the plug before
beginning the maintenace, to prevent accidental starting
of the engine.
REMEDY
1. Engage parking brake.
2. Place if OFF position.
3. If engine is hot allow to cool, the refill the fuel
tank.
4. Lock Levers in NEUTRAL position.
5. Assume operator's position in seat.
6. Pre-heat glow plugs.
7. Replace fuse.
8. Clean the battery terminals.
9. Recharge or replace.
10. Visually check wiring & replace broken or
frayed wires. Tighten loose connections.
11. Repair or replace. See authorized dealer.
12. Replace as needed. See authorized dealer.
13. Drain fuel & replace with fresh fuel.
14. Drain fuel & replace with fresh fuel.
1. Clean air filter.
2. Prime the fuel system.
1. Check/add oil as required.
2. See engine manual.
1. Clean engine fins, blower screen and air
cleaner.
2. See engine manual.
3. Drain excess oil.
1. Replace air filter. See engine manual.
2. Prime the fuel system.
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