Storage; Troubleshooting - Gravely 985114 - 16 HP Owner's/Operator's Manual

Check each item in "Before Storage" in the
Maintenance Schedule. See Engine Manual for
detailed instructions on preparing the engine for

storage.

When The Tractor Will Not Be Operated For
Two Months Or More:
1. Do the daily and 25-hour maintenance, but do not
add gasoline.
2. Clean the tractor. Paint or oil bare metal surfaces
to prevent rust.
IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with water or store
unit outdoors. Water can seep into sealed bearings,
which are sealed against dirt and debris only, causing
reduced component life.
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE
Starter will
not operate
when ignition
key is turned
to "S"
position.
Solenoid
switch clicks
but starter will
not operate
when ignition
is turned to
"S" position.
Engine starter
operates but
engine will
not start
when ignition
switch is
turned to "S"
position.
Engine starts
but runs
roughly.

TROUBLESHOOTING

1. Fwd-Rev lever in "FORWARD"
position
2. PTO engaged
3. Loose battery cable(s)
4. Blown fuse
5. Discharged battery
6. Defective solenoid switch
7. Defective starter
1. Discharged battery
2. Loose battery cable
3. Defective starter
1. Fuel tank empty
2. Fuel shut-off valve at the fuel tank
turned off
3. Relay defective
4. Engine failure
1. Engine choke in "ON" position
2. Restricted air cleaner element
3. Restricted fuel cap vent
4. Engine carburetor malfunction
5. Engine electrical system trouble
STORAGE
NOTE: Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners on any
painted surface. Do not allow gasoline or oil to remain
on any surface.
3. Refer to the engine manual and prepare the
engine for storage.
4. Charge the battery initially and then every three
weeks.
To Put The Tractor Into Service:
1. Refer to the engine service manual and prepare
the engine for service.
2. Charge the battery.
3. Put fresh, clean gasoline in the fuel tank.
CORRECTION
1. Place Fwd-Rev lever in neutral position.
2. Disengage PTO.
3. Clean and tighten battery connections.
4. Replace fuse.
5. Charge battery.
6. Replace. Call your dealer.
7. Replace starter. Call your dealer.
1. Charge the battery. See Maintenance.
2. Clean and tighten battery connections.
3. Replace starter. Call your dealer.
1. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.
2. Turn fuel shut-off valve on.
3. Replace relay. Call your dealer.
4. See Engine Manual
1. Move engine choke to "OFF".
2. Clean air cleaner. See engine manual.
3. Clear obstruction from fuel cap vent.
4. See Engine Manual
5. See Engine Manual
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