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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
CAUSE/REMEDY
WILL NOT START
sir
WILL NOT TURN OVER
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ENGINE CLICKS BUT WON'T START
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HARD TO START
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ENGINE MISSES OR LACKS POWER
ENGINE OVERHEATS
Push CIutchtBrake Pedal into Brake position
Move Attachment Clutch Lever to "Disengaged"
position
Fifl Tank with Gasoline, Check Fuel Line and Carburetor
(clean if
necessary)., Replace Fuel Filter, Use Fresh Fuel
Check Fuse for fault and replace
Recharge or replace Battery
Check Wiring
Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap
Push Clutch/Brake Pedal into brake position
Charge or replace Battery
Move Mower Clutch Lever to "DISENGAGED"
position
Replace Ignition Switch
Replace Interlock Switch(es)
Replace Solenoid or Starter
Check for fault and replace Fuse
Check all Wire Connections and "Ground" Points
CIean 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
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Remove Air Filter and clean
Replace Spark PIug(s) and adjust gap
=_ Rechargeor
replace Battery
_r, Check the Wiring
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Drain Fuel Tank and Carburetor
Use Fresh Fuel Replace Fuet Filter
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Make necessary adjustments to Carburetor
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Major Engine Overhaul
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Shift to a lower gear or reduce load
Drain Gas Tank and Carburetor, Use Fresh Fuel
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Remove and clean Air Cfeaner
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Make necessary Carburetor adjustments
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Qean Air Screen
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Add or change oil
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Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap
Check for loose wires
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Replace Fuel Filter
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Major Engine Overhaul
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Shift to lower gear or reduce load
Clean Air Screen
Add or change oi!
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Clean Engine Cooling Fins
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Remove and clean Muffler or replace
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Remove and clean Air Filter
Use fresh fuel and adjust Carburetor
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Drain and replace oil for proper temperature
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