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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM:
The engine
will not start,
1.
Follow the steps, "How To Start The Engine" in this book.
2.
Electric-Start Models: Clean the battery terminals. Tighten the
cables.
3.
Drain the fuel tank. Clean the fuel line. Replace the fuel filter.
4.
Remove the spark plug (s). Move the throttleto the SLOW posi-
tion. Turn the ignition key to the ON position. Try to start the en-
gine several times. Install the spark plug.
5.
Replace the spark plug.
6.
Adjust thecerbumtor.
PROBLEM:
The engine
will not turn over.
1.
Follow the steps, "How To Start The Engine" in this book.
2.
Electric-Start Models: Check the level ofthe acid in the battery.
If needed, add water. Charge the battery.
3.
Replace the fuse.
4.
Check the wiring harness for damage or a loose connection.
Repair the damaged wire.
5.
Etectric-Stad Models: reptacethe solenoid. Recoil-Start Mod-
els: replace the module.
PROBLEM:
The engine
is difficult
to start,
1.
Adjust the carburetor.
2.
Replacethe spark plug.
3.
Replace the fuel filter.
PROBLEM: The engine does not run smooth or has a
loss of power.
1.
Check the oil.
2.
Clean the air filter.
3.
Clean the air scr_.en.
4.
Replace the spark plug.
5.
The engine is working too hard. Use a lower gear.
6.
Adjust the carburetor.
7.
Replace the fuel filter.
PROBLEM:
The
engine
does
not run smooth
at fast
speed.
1.
Replace the spark plug.
2.
Adjust the throttle control.
3.
Clean the air filter.
4.
Replacethe fuel filter.
PROBLEM:
The
engine
stops
when
the
blades
are
engaged.
1.
To activate the seat sensor, always sit in the middle of the seat
2.
Check the wiring harness for damage or a loose connection.
Repair the damaged wire.
PROBLEM:
On slopes,
the engine
stops.
1.
Mow up and down s!opes. Never mow across a slope
2.
To activate Ihe seat sensor, always sit in the middle of the seat
PROBLEM:
The engine
will not idle.
1.
Replace the spark plug.
2.
Clean the air filter.
3.
Adjustthe carburetor.
4.
Adjust the throttle control.
5.
Drain the fuel tank. Clean the fuel line. Replace the fuel filter.
PROBLEM:
A hot engine
causes
a decrease
in power.
1.
Clean the air screen.
2.
Check the oil.
3.
Adjust the carburetor.
4.
Replace the fuel filter.
PROBLEM:
Excessive
vibration.
1.
Replace the blade.
2.
Check for loose engine bolts.
3.
Decrease the air pressure in the tires.
4.
Adjust the carburetor.
5.
Check for a damaged belt or damaged pulley. Replace the
damaged parts.
PROBLEM:
The grass does not discharge
correctly.
1.
Stop the engine. Clean the mower housing.
2.
Raise the height of cut.
3.
Replace or sharpen the blade(s).
4.
Move the shift lever to a slower speed.
5.
Move the thrott{econtrol to the FAST position
6.
Replace the spring for the blade idler.
PROBLEM:
The mower housing
does not cut level.
1
Check the air pressure in the tires.
2.
Adjust the level of the mower housing
3.
Check the front axle. If the front axle does not freely pivot, loos-
en the axle bolt(s).
PROBLEM:
The mower
blades
will not rotate.
1.
Check the mower drive belt Make sure the belt is installed cor-
rectly.
2.
Replace the mower drive belt
PROBLEM:
The
unit will not move when the brake
is
released
and the speed
control
pedal is depressed.
1,
Check the motion drive belt. Make sure the belt is installed
correctly.
2.
Adjust the clulch.
3.
Replace the motion drive be{t.
4.
Release the Automatic Drive Disconnect under the seat
PROBLEM:
The unit moves
slower
or stops
when the
speed
control
pedal is depressed.
1
Adjust the clutch.
2
Replace the motion drive belt.
PROBLEM:
When the brake pedal is released,
belt noise
can be heard.
1
Temporary belt noise does not change the operation of the unit
If belt noise is continuous, check the routing of the belt Make
sure the belt is inside all belt guides
2.
If the noise is continuous, adjust the clutch
PROBLEM:
The
rear wheels
spin
over
uneven
terrain.
1
Check the front axle
If the front axle does not freely pivot, loos-
en the axle bolt(s).
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