Honda HRC7018 Owner's Manual page 86

TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine
Doesn't start
The key must be ON.
Forward speed controls must be in NEUTRAL.
Fuel tank should be full of fresh fuel (page 38).
Fuel filter should be clean and free of obstructions (page 41).
Fuel valve should be on (page 11).
Throttle should be in CHOKE for cold engine, FAST for warm
engine.
Spark plug connector should be firmly attached to the spark
PUI.
Spark plug should be correctly gapped and be free of
deposits (page 44).
Blade control must be OFF.
Low power
Air cleaner elements should be clean (page 37).
Spark plug should be correctly gapped and be free of
deposits (page 44).
Mower deckshould be free of grass accumulation.
Tall grass should be cut at lower speeds and/or higher
cutting heights.
Incorrect carburetor or governor linkage adjustment (page
48).
Mower
Doesn't move
Forward speed controls must be out of NEUTRAL.
Neutral locks must be released
Both pump bypass valves must be closed (page 24).
The pump drive belt must be in good condition (page 72).
The
hydrostatic oil should be at the correct level (page 49).
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