Trouble-Shooting Checklist - Snapper Z1202B Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECK LIST
1. ENGINE WONT TURN OVER.
Mower blades engaged- disengage blades
Drive not in neutral- move Joystick to neutral "DOWN" position
Blown fuse- replace fuse
Dead battery--- charge or replace
Solenoid- consult dealer
Ignition switch- consult dealer
Starter- consult dealer
2. ENGINE WILL TURN OVER BUT WONT START.
No gas- refuel
clean or replace fuel filters
Over or under choked- adjust choke
Spark plug not firing- check spark plug
condition and reset gap*
Carburetor maladjustment- reset carburetor adjustment*
Ignition switch- consult dealer
3. HARD TO START ENGINE.
Fuel line clogged-
Faulty fuel pump-
Spark plug wire loose or grounded-
Spark plug(s) faulty or improperly gapped
Electronic ignition defective-
Dirty or maladjusted carburetor-
clean fuel line and check fuel filter
- consult dealer
- check spark plug wires
- check spark plug
condition and reset gap*
- consult dealer
readjust carburetor*
consult dealer for carburetor service
4. ENGINE STARTS BUT CUTS OUT.
Water in gas- drain old gas and replace with new gas
clean carburetor bowl
Clogged fuel line- check fuel filter
clean fuel line
Vent in fuel cap plugged- check vent
Faulty fuel pump--- consult dealer
Maladjusted carburetor- readjust carburetor*
Epgine dies when raising Joystick- parking brake set
release brake
5. ENGINE KNOCKS.
Low oil level- check and add oil
Ignition timing off- consult dealer
Fuel octane too low- drain and replace with
higher octane gas
Over heated engine- shut off engine and allow to cool
*: See engine manual for engine adjustments
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