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TROU
LESHOOTmNG POtNTS
PROBLEM
Engine continues to run
when operator leaves seat
with attachment clutch
engaged
Poor
cut
- uneven
Mower blades
will not
rotate
Poor grass discharge
Headlight(s)
not working
(if so equipped)
Battery
will not charge
Loss of drive
Engine "backfires"
when turning
engine
"OFF"
CAUSE
1
Faulty operator-safety
presence control system
1
Worn, bent or loose blade
2.
Mower deck not level.
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3
Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower
4
Bent blade mandrel
5
Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels
1.
Obstruction in clutch mechanism
2.
Worn/damaged
mower drive belt
3
Frozen idler pulley
4
Frozen blade mandrel.
1
Engine speed too slov,;.
2
Travel speed too test
3
Wet grass.
4
Mower deck not level
5
Low/uneven
tire air pressure
6.
Worn, bent or loose blade
7
Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower
8
Mower drive belt worn.
9
Blades improperly installed
10
Improper blades used
t 1
Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.
I.
Switch is "OFF"
2
Bulb(s) burned out
3
Faulty light switch.
4
Loose or damaged wiring
5
Blown fuse
t..
Bad battery celt(s)..
2.
Poor cable connections
3
Faulty regulator (if so equipped)
4
Faulty alternator
Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"
position for 30 seconds before stopping engine
1
Freewheel control in "disengaged"
position
2
Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken
3
Air trapped in transmission
during shipment
or servicing
t
CORRECTION
Check wiring, switches
and connections.
If not
corrected, contacl an authorized service center/
departmenL
t.
Replace b_ade
Tighten blade bo_t
2.
Level mower deck..
3.
Clean underside of mower housing
4
Replace blade mandrel
5
Clean around mandrels to open vent holes
t..
Remove obstruction.
2
Replace mower ddve belt
3
Replace idler pulley..
4
Replace blade mandrel.
1_ Place throttle control in "FAST" position
2.
Shift to slower speed
3.
Allow grass to dry before mowing
4..
Level mower deck..
5.
Check tires for proper air pressure.
&
Replace/sharpen
blade.. Tighten blade bolt
7.
Clean underside of mower housing
8.
Replace mower drive belt
9
Reinstal! blades sharp edge down..
!0.
Replace wi_l_ blades listed in this manual
1t.
Clean around mandrels to open vent holes
1.. Turn switch "ON"
2.
Replace bulb(s)
3
Check/replace
light switch.
4.
Check wiring and connections
5.
Replace fuse
t
Replace battery
2
Check/clean
all connections.
3
Replace regulalor
4
Replace alternator
1.. Place freewheel
control in "engaged" position
2..
Replace motion drive belt
3.
Purge transmission
t.
Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow
to id[e for 30 seconds before stopping engine
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