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.
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LOOK FOR
Brake pedal not depressed.
PTO (electric clutch) switch is in ON
position.
Cruise control engaged (if
equipped).
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.
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.
Choke closed.
Ground speed control pedals not
depressed.
Transmission release lever in PUSH
position.
Mower drive belt is broken.
Parking brake is engaged.
Traction drive belt is broken or
slipping.
REMEDY
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.
Disengage the choke.
See authorized dealer.
See Remove the Battery 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.
See authorized dealer.
Clean air filter.
See authorized dealer.
Check/add oil as required.
See Engine Manual.
See authorized dealer.
See Engine Manual.
Drain excess oil.
See Engine Manual.
Open choke.
Depress pedals.
Move into DRIVE position.
See authorized dealer.
Disengage parking brake.
See authorized dealer.
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