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TROUBLESHOOTING
POINTS
PROBLEM
CAUSE
Engine continues to run
when operator leaves seat
with attachment clutch
engaged
Poor
cut - uneven
Mower blades will not
rotate
Poor grass discharge
Headllght(=) not working
(if so equipped)
Battery will not charge
1.
Faulty operator-safety presence control system,
1.
Worn, bent or loose blade.
2.
Mower deck not leval.
3.
Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
4.
Bent blade mandrel.
1.
Obstruction in clutchmechanism.
2. Worn/damaged mowerdrive belt.
3.
Frozenidler pulley.
4.
Frozen blade mandrel.
1.
Engine speedtoo slow.
2.
Travel speed too fast.
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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.
1.
Switch is "OFF",
2.
Bulb(s) burned out,
3.
Faulty light switch.
4,
Loose or damaged wiring,
5.
Blown fuss.
1.
Bad batterycell(s).
2.
Poorcable connections.
3.
Faultyregulator(if so equipped).
4.
Faultyalternator.
CORRECTION
i
1.
Check widng, switches and connections. If not
corrected, contact Sears Service Department.
1.
Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt,
2,
Level mower deck.
3.
Clean underside of mower housing,
4.
Replace blade mandrel.
1.
Remove obstruction.
2.
Replace mower drive 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 p¢'sssurs.
6.
Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.
7.
Clean underside of mower housing.
8.
Replace mower drive belt.
9.
Reinstall blades sharp edge down.
I0,
Replace with blades listed in this manual.
1,
Turn switch "ON".
2.
Replace bulb(s).
3.
Check/replace light switch.
4,
Check wiring and connections.
5.
Replace fuse.
1,
Replace battery.
2.
Check/clean all connections.
3.
Replace regulator.
4.
Replace alternator.
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