Fault Finding - Hayter Ranger 53 Pro Owner's Handbook Manual

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FAULT FINDING

PROBLEM
Engine will not start.
Engine runs rough.
Engine vibrates excessively.
Engine will not turn over
Engine smokes
Engine runs then stops
FAULT FINDING
POSSIBLE FAULT
Engine under load.
Fuel starvation.
Incorrect / contaminated fuel.
Spark plug lead disconnected.
Engine brake not released.
Faulty spark plug.
Spark plug lead becoming
disconnected in use.
Faulty spark plug.
Air cleaner element blocked.
Incorrect / contaminated fuel.
Mounting bolts loose.
Cutterbar bolt loose.
Cutterbar out of balance.
Engine stop lever released
Incorrect oil level
Obstruction under deck
Excess oil level
Air cleaner cartridge oil
soaked or plugged
Fuel starvation
Fuel cap vent blocked
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REMEDY
Raise height of cut.
Fill fuel tank.
Drain fuel tank and fill with
correct fuel.
Connect spark plug lead.
Operate engine stop lever.
Clean and adjust gap or replace.
Connect spark plug lead.
Clean and adjust gap or replace.
Replace air cleaner element.
Drain fuel tank and fill with
correct fuel.
Tighten bolts.
Tighten bolt.
Balance cutterbar.
Operate engine stop lever
Check oil level
Remove obstruction
Check oil level
Service air cleaner
Fill fuel tank
Clean fuel cap vent
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