Troublehooting - Craftsman 107.280340 Assembly & Operators Manual

Troubleshooting the Tractor
PROBLEM
Engine will not turnover
or start.
Engine starts hard or
runs poorly.
Engine knocks.
Excessive oil
consumption.
Engine exhaust is
black.
Engine runs, but tractor
will not drive.

TROUBLEHOOTING

LOOK FOR
Brake pedal not
depressed.
Blade lever is in ON
position.
Fuel cap vent closed.
Out of fuel.
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Fuse is blown.
Battery terminals require
cleaning.
Battery discharged or
dead.
Wiring loose or broken.
Solenoid or starter motor
faulty.
Safety interlock switch
faulty.
Water in fuel.
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Fuel mixture too rich.
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problem.
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Too much oil in
crankcase.
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Choke closed.
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adjustment.
Parking brake is engaged.
Fully depress brake pedal.
Place blade lever in OFF position.
Open fuel cap vent.
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See authorized dealer.
See Cleaning the Battery and Cables section.
Recharge or replace battery.
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authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
Clean air filter.
See authorized dealer.
Check/add oil as required.
See Oil Recommendations Chart.
See authorized dealer.
See Oil Recommendations Chart.
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Open choke.
See authorized dealer.
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REMEDY