Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting The Tractor - Briggs & Stratton 80012812WST Manual Del Operario

Troubleshooting

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.
Tractor steers hard
or handles poorly.
For all other maintenance and operation issues, please contact your authorized dealer.
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LOOK FOR
Brake pedal not depressed.
PTO (electric clutch) switch is in ON
position.
Cruise control engaged.
Out of fuel.
Battery terminals require cleaning.
Battery discharged or dead.
Wiring loose or broken.
Fuel mixture too rich.
Low oil level.
Using wrong grade oil.
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.
Improper tire inflation.
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 Cleaning the Battery and Cables section.
Recharge or replace battery.
Visually check wiring. If wires are frayed or broken, see
authorized dealer.
Clean air filter.
Check/add oil as required.
See Oil Recommendations Chart.
See Oil Recommendations Chart.
Drain excess oil.
See Servicing the Air Filter Assembly section.
Depress pedals.
Move into DRIVE position.
Disengage parking brake.
See Check Tire Pressure section.
REMEDY