Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting The Rider - Craftsman Remote Controller Operator's Manual

Zero-turn tractor with electric start

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Troubleshooting the Rider

Engine will not turnover

or start.

Engine starts hard or runs

poorly.

Engine knocks.

Excessive oil

consumption.

Engine exhaust is black.

Engine runs, but rider will

not drive.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Ground speed levers not in

START/PARK positions.

PTO (electric clutch) switch

in ON position.

Out of fuel.

Parking brake disengaged.

Fuel valve closed (if

equipped).

Engine flooded.

Gas is old or stale.

Battery terminals require

cleaning.

Battery discharged or dead.

Wiring loose or broken.

Solenoid or starter motor

faulty.

Safety interlock switch not

working.

Spark plug(s) faulty, fouled

or incorrectly gapped.

Water in fuel.

Circuit breaker blown.

Fuel mixture too rich.

Spark plug faulty, fouled, or

incorrectly gapped.

Fuel filter dirty.

Low oil level.

Using wrong grade oil.

Engine running too hot.

Using wrong grade oil.

Too much oil in crankcase.

Dirty air filter.

Engine choke control is in

closed position.

Transmission(s) disengaged. Unlock roll release rod(s).

Belt is broken.

Drive belt slips.

Brake is not fully released.

Internal transmission

problem.

Lock ground speed levers in START/ PARK positions.

Place in OFF position.

If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.

Engage parking brake.

Open fuel valve.

Open the choke.

Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.

Clean the battery terminals.

Recharge or replace.