Blades Do Not Stop When Disengaged; Engine Will Not Start - Exmark METRO Operator's Manual

b) Check blade spacers, axle positions, and front caster spacers. They must be equal
on each blade.
c) Check caster mounting brackets to be sure all bolts are tight.
d) Check blades tip to tip for straightness. (They should be within 3/16" (.47 cm) or one
blade width from being in line.)

7.3 BLADES DO NOT STOP WHEN DISENGAGED.

a) Check the blade brake adjustment. (See Section 5.2.6)
b) Check the belt guide under the rear deck to make it is properly set (See Section
5.2.7) and check the PTO engagement adjustment. (See Section 5.2.5)

7.4 ENGINE WILL NOT START.

a) Refer to Section 4.3.2 and follow directions to make sure engine is being properly
choked.
b) Make sure transmission is in "true neutral" position. See Sections 3.12 (c).
c) Check that the PTO is disengaged and the PTO switch is depressed (See Section
5.2.12).
d) Check that there is fuel in the tank and that the fuel valve is open.
e) Check that the spark plug wire(s) is/are properly connected.
f) Check for loose or faulty wiring connections.
g) Check for corrosion at all wiring connections. Even minor corrosion may cause a
faulty connection. Clean connector terminals thoroughly, apply dielectric grease and
reconnect.
h) For 15 HP Kawasaki: Check that the key switch is in the "Run" position.
NOTE: After carefully checking the previous steps, attempt to start the engine. If it
does not start, contact your authorized Exmark service dealer.
When a problem occurs, do not overlook the simple causes. For example, starting
problems could be caused by an empty fuel tank, key switch not "ON" etc. The following
tables list some common causes of troubles. Do not attempt to service or replace major
items or any items that call for special timing or adjustment procedures (governor, valves,
etc.). Have this work done by your Engine Service Dealer.
NO
PROBLEM
FUEL
Will not start X
Hard starting X
Stops suddenly X
Lacks power
Operates erratically
Knocks or pings
Skips or misfires
Backfires
Overheats
High fuel consumption
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
DIRTY
IMPROPER DIRT
AIR
FUEL IN FUEL
FILTER
X
X X
X
X X
X X
X
X X
X
X
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FAULTY ENGINE
SPARK OVER-
PLUG LOADED
X X X
X X X
X X
X X X
X X X
X X
X X
X X X
X X
X X X
BLOCKED INCORRECT DIRTY
FUEL OIL
FILTER LEVEL SCREEN
X
X
X X
X X
X
X
AIR
X
X
X
X
X
X
X