Troubleshooting - Craftsman Companion 917.259730 Owner's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING
WILL NOT START
WILL NOT TURN OVER
ENGINE CLICKS BUT WON'T START
HARD TO START
PROBLEM CAUSE t REMEDY (SEE INDEX)
ENGINE MISSES OR LACKS POWER
ENGINE OVERHEATS
NO LIGHTS
WON'T CHARGE
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM WILL NOT
SHUT DOWN ENGINE WHEN OPERATOR LEAVES
SEAT
NOTE This tractor is equipped with an operator presence
sensing system Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
vith t_a engii_p rumdng and the artachment clutch engaged
wdt shut down the engine
Fill Tank with Gasoline, Check Fuet Line and Carburetor
(clean if necessary)., Replace Fuel Filter Use Fresh Fuel
Recharge or replace Battery
Check Wiring
Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap
Drain and replace oil for proper temperature
Push Clutch/Brake "Pedal into brake position
Charge or replace Battery
Move Attachment Clutch Lever to "'DISENGAGED "position
Replace Ignition 5witch
Replace Interlock Switch (as)
Replace Solenoid or Starter
Replace Fuse
Check all Wire Connections and "Ground" Points
Clean Battery Terminals
Replace Starter or Solenoid
Charge or Replace Battery
Check Wire Connections and "'Ground" Points
Place Throttle Control in "'FAST'position and run
starter several times to clear out gas
Remove Air Fil_er and clean
Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap
Recharge or replace Battery
Check the Wiring
Drain Fuel Tank and Carburetor, Use Fresh Fuel.
Replace Fuel Filter
Make necessary adjustments to Carburetor
Major Engine Overhaul
Shift to a tower gear or reduce toad
Drain Gas Tank and Carburetor Use Fresh Fuel
Remove and clean Air Cleaner
Make necessary carburetor adjustments
Clean Air Screen
Add or change oil
Replace Spark Plug(s) and adlust gap
Replace Fuel Filter
Major Er_gine Overhaul
Shift to Iower gear or reduce load
Clean Air Screen
Add or change oil
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Remove and clean Muffler or replace
Remove and clean Air Filter
Use fresh fuel and adjust Carburetor
Check Fuse, Switch and Wire Connections Replace
Headlight Bulbs
Replace Switch
Check Fuse for fault and replace
Replace Battery
Replace Diode Assembly
Replace Alternator
Check Operator Presence Relay
Check all Wire Connecttot]_
Check Seat Switch
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