TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
See ap pro pri ate section in manual un less di rect ed to Sears service center
PROBLEM
Loss of drive
Engine "backfires"
when turning
engine "OFF"
Engine dies when
tractor is shifted
into reverse
CAUSE
1
Freewheel control in
"DISENGAGED" position.
2
Debris on steering plate (if
equipped).
3
Motion drive belt worn, damaged,
or broken.
4
Air trapped in transmission during
shipment or servicing.
5
Axle key missing.
1
Engine throttle control not set
between half and full speed (fast)
position before stopping engine.
1
Reverse operation system (ROS)
is not "ON" while mower or other
attachment is engaged.
CORRECTION
1
Place freewheel control in
"ENGAGED" position.
2
See "CLEANING" in the
maintenance section.
3
Replace motion drive belt.
4
Purge transmission.
5
Install axle key at rear wheel. See
"TO REMOVE WHEEL" in the
Service and Adjustments section.
1 Move throttle control between
half and full speed (fast) position
before stopping engine.
1 Turn ignition key to ROS "ON"
position. See Operation section.
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