Troubleshooting - Snapper 0 Series Safety Instructions And Operator's Manual

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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chart
Problem Correction
The engine will not start.
The engine will not turn over.
1. Follow the steps, "How To Start The Engine" in this book.
2. Electric-Start Models: Cleanthe battery terminals. Tighten the cables.
3. Drain the fuel tank. Cleanthe fuel line. Replacethe fuel filter.
4. Remove the spark plug(s). Move the throttle to the SLOW position. Turn the ignition key
to the ON position. Try to start the engine several times. Install the spark plug.
5. Replace the spark plug.
1. Follow the steps, "How To Start The Engine" in this book.
2. Electric-Start Models: Chargethe battery.
3. Replacethe fuse.
4. Checkthe wiring harness for damage or a loose connection. Repair the damaged wire.
5. Electric-Start Models: Replacethe solenoid.
1. Replace the spark plug.
The engine is difficult to start. 2. Replacethe fuel filter.
The engine does not run
smoothor has a loss of
power.
The engine does not run
smoothat fast speed.
The engine stopswhen the
blades are engaged.
On slopes, the engine stops.
The engine will not idle.
A hot engine causesa
decrease in power.
Excessivevibration.
1. Checkthe oil.
2. Cleanthe air filter.
3. Cleanthe air screen.
4. Replace the spark plug.
5. Replacethe fuel filter.
1. Replace the spark plug.
2. Adjust the throttle control.
3. Cleanthe air filter.
4. Replace the fuel filter.
1. To activate the seat sensor, always sit in the middle of the seat.
2. Checkthe wiring harness for damage or a loose connection. Repair the damaged wire.
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Mow up and down slopes. Never mow across a slope.
To activate the seat sensor, always sit in the middle of the seat.
Replace the spark plug.
Cleanthe air filter.
Adjust the throttle control.
Drain the fuel tank. Cleanthe fuel line. Replacethe fuel filter.
1. Cleanthe air screen.
2. Checkthe oil.
3. Replace the fuel filter.
1. Replace the blade.
2. Checkfor loose engine bolts.
3. Decreasethe air pressure in the tires.
4. Checkfor a damaged belt or damaged pulley. Replacethe damaged parts.
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