TroubUeshooting
the Tractor
PROBLEM
Engine will not turnover
or start.
Engine starts hard or
runs pooHy.
Engine
knocks.
LOOK FOR
Brake pedal not
depressed.
Blade lever is in ON
position.
Fuel cap vent closed.
Out of fuel.
Engine flooded.
Fuse is blown.
Battery terminals require
cleaning.
Battery discharged or
dead.
Wiring loose or broken.
Solenoid or starter motor
faulty.
Safety interlock switch
faulty.
Water in fuel.
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Gas is old or stae.
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Fuel mixture _ee
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Engine has S_her
problem.
Low oil level.
Using wrong grade o
Engine running
using
REMEDY
Fully depress brake pedal.
Place blade lever in OFF position.
Open fuel cap vent.
If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.
Disengage the choke.
See authorized dealer.
See Cleaning the Battery and Cables section.
Recharge or replace battery.
Visually check wiring. If wires a_e frayed or broken, see
authorize8 dealer.
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See authorized 8eal_.
See auSho_ize8 _e_i_r.
See a_ho[i_d
dealer.
C_Be:Wadd oil as required.
_ee OH Recommendations
Chart.
:See authorized dealer.
See OH Recommendations
Chart.
Drain excess oil.
Engine exhaust
is
Dirty air filter
....
See Servicing the Air Filter section.
Mack.
Choke closed.
Open choke.
Drive disc worn or out of
See authorized dealer.
Engine runs, but tractor
adjustment.
will not drive.
Parking brake is engaged.
Disengage parking brake.
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