Storage; Troubleshooting - Gravely Promaster 260Z Owner's/Operator's Manual

WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand
the entire Safety section before proceeding.
SHORT TERM
NEVER spray unit with high-pressure water or store unit
outdoors.
Inspect unit for visible signs of wear, breakage or damage.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws properly tightened and know
unit is in safe working condition.
Store unit in a cool, dry protected area.
PROBLEM
Engine does not
crank.
Engine cranks but
does not start.
Battery light does not
light up when starting
engine.
Hour meter continues
to run when engine is
not running.
Oil pressure light is
on.
Fuel/Water separator
light is on.
Water temperature
gauge is reading
above normal (engine
is overheating).

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBABLE CAUSE
1. PTO engaged.
2. Parking brake disengaged.
3. Loose or corroded battery cables.
4. Discharged battery.
5. Faulty starter.
1. Fuel tank empty.
2. Faulty spark plug.
3. Air cleaner is plugged or dirty.
4. Fuel filter is dirty.
5. Faulty engine.
1. Discharged battery.
1. Ignition key is in the run position with
engine turned off.
1. Oil pressure is low.
1. Fuel/water separator filter dirty or
damaged.
1. Engine oil level low.
2. Coolant level low.
3. Radiator plugged with debris.
4. Faulty radiator.

STORAGE

LONG TERM
Clean unit thoroughly and lubricate (see Lubricating Unit on
page 18). Touch up all scratched painted surfaces.
Remove weight from wheels by putting blocks under frame
or axle.
When storing unit for extended periods of time, remove all
fuel from tank and carburetor (run dry). Refer to Engine
Manual.
Clean and charge battery. Charge battery every three to four
weeks when storing unit.
CORRECTION
GB - 28
1. Disengage PTO.
2. Engage parking brake.
3. Clean and tighten battery cables (see
Servicing the Battery on page 18).
4. Charge battery (see Charging the Battery
on page 18).
5. See your Gravely Dealer.
1. Fill fuel tank (see Filling Fuel Tank on
page 14).
2. Replace spark plug. Refer to Engine
Manual.
3. Clean or replace air cleaner. Refer to
Engine Manual.
4. Clean or replace fuel filter. Refer to
Engine Manual.
5. Refer to Engine Manual or see your
Gravely Dealer.
1. Charge battery (see Charging the Battery
on page 18).
1. Turn ignition key to the off position.
1. Refer to Engine Manual.
1. Clean or replace fuel/water separator
filter. Refer to Engine Manual.
1. Add engine oil. Refer to Engine Manual.
2. Add coolant (see Checking Coolant Level
on page 26).
3. Clean radiator. Refer to Engine Manual.
4. See your Gravely dealer.