Husqvarna Z 248F Troubleshooting Manual

Husqvarna Z 248F Troubleshooting Manual

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Husqvarna Z 248F Troubleshooting Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause

Engine will not start

  • Blade switch is engaged
  • Steering controls are not locked in the outer position
  • Dead battery
  • Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line
  • Fuel supply shutoff valve is closed or in the wrong position
  • Clogged fuel filter or fuel line
  • Ignition system faulty

Starter does not turn the engine over

  • Dead battery
  • Battery terminal cable contacts are defective
  • Blown fuse
  • Fault in the starter safety circuit.

Engine runs rough

  • Faulty carburetor
  • Clogged fuel filter or jet
  • Throttle lever in the Cold Weather starting position
  • Clogged ventilation valve on the fuel cap
  • Fuel tank almost empty
  • Fouled spark plugs
  • Rich fuel mixture or fuel-air mixture
  • Wrong fuel type
  • Water in fuel
  • Clogged air filter

Engine seems weak

  • Clogged air filter
  • Fouled spark plugs
  • Carburetor incorrectly adjusted
  • Air trapped in the hydraulic system

Machine vibrates

  • Blades are loose
  • Blades are incorrectly balanced
  • Engine is loose

Engine overheats

  • Clogged air intake or cooling fins
  • Engine overloaded
  • Inadequate ventilation around engine
  • Defective engine speed regulator
  • Too little or no oil in the engine
  • Contamination in the fuel line
  • Fouled spark plugs

Battery not charging

  • Battery terminal cable contacts are defective
  • Charging lead is disconnected

Machine moves slowly, unevenly, or not at all

  • Bypass linkages are engaged
  • Transmission drive belt is slack or off
  • Air trapped in the hydraulic system

Mower deck not engaging

  • Drive belt for the mower deck is loose
  • Electromagnetic coupling contact is loose
  • Blade switch is faulty or loose from cable contact
  • Blown fuse

Transaxle leaks oil

  • Damaged seals, housing or gaskets
  • Air trapped in the hydraulic system

Uneven mowing results

  • Unequal air pressures in the tires
  • Bent blades
  • Suspension for the mower deck is uneven
  • Blades are dull
  • Driving speed is too high
  • Grass is too long
  • Grass collected below the mower deck

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