Simplicity 7100 Series Operator's Manual page 25

Troubleshooting & Repair
10. Drive belt slips.
A. Clutch free travel or belt tension out of adjustment. Adjust.
B. Pulleys or belts greasy or oily. Clean.
C.
Clutch rod binding in guide; oil clutch rod.
D. Belt stretched or worn. Replace belt.
11. Brake will pot hold. ^ --
A. Brake (foot pedal or parking) out of adjustment.
B. Brake lining worn. Replace.
12. Tractor handles poorly.
A. Steering linkage loose. Tighten any loose connections.
B.
Improper tire inflation.
C.
Wheels spinning or slipping. Use weights.
D. Driving too fast for land contours. Reduce speed.
E. Steering requires lubrication._
TROUBLESHOOTING (MOWER)
1. Mower will not raise.
A. Lift cable not attached or broken. Attach or replace as necessary.
B. Lift lever or electric lift problem. See your dealer.
C.
Hydraulic lift system faulty. See your dealer.
2. Mower cut Is uneven. ~
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A. Mower not leveled properly. Repeat leveling adjustment in mower installation
procedure.
B. Tractor tires not infiated equally or properly. See tractor manual for correct pressures
C.
Missing pin on mower hitch. Install pin.
3. Mower cut is rough looking. ' ~ ^ ~
A. Engine speed too slow. Use 3/4 to full throttle.
B. Tractor ground speed too fast. Use low gear or slower tractor ground speed.
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