Troubleshooting - Snapper NXT 19542 Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting the Tractor
PROBLEM
Engine will not turnover
or start.
Engine starts hard or runs
poorly.
Engine knocks.
Excessive oil consumption.
Engine exhaust is black.
Engine runs, but tractor will
not drive.
Brake will not hold.
Tractor steers hard or
handles poorly.
LOOK FOR
Brake pedal not depressed.
PTO (electric clutch) switch is in
ON position.
Cruise control engaged.
Out of fuel.
Fuse is blown.
Battery terminals require
cleaning.
Battery discharged or dead.
Wiring loose or broken.
Solenoid or starter motor faulty. See authorized dealer.
Safety interlock switch faulty.
Water in fuel.
Gas is old or stale.
Fuel mixture too rich.
Engine has other problem.
Low oil level.
Using wrong grade oil.
Engine running too hot.
Using wrong grade oil.
Too much oil in crankcase.
Dirty air filter.
Ground speed control pedals
not depressed.
Transmission release lever in
PUSH position.
Parking brake is engaged.
Traction drive belt is broken or
slipping.
Internal brake worn.
Steering linkage is loose.
Improper tire inflation.
Front wheel spindle bearings
dry.
en
Fully depress brake pedal.
Place in OFF position.
Move knob to NEUTRAL/OFF position.
If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.
See authorized dealer.
See Cleaning the Battery and Cables section.
Recharge or replace battery.
Visually check wiring. If wires are frayed or broken, see authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
Clean air filter.
See authorized dealer.
Check/add oil as required.
See Oil Recommendations Chart.
See authorized dealer.
See Oil Recommendations Chart.
Drain excess oil.
See Servicing the Air Filter section.
Depress pedals.
Move into DRIVE position.
Disengage parking brake.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See Check Tire Pressure section.
See authorized dealer.

Troubleshooting

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