PROBLEM
CAUSE
1. Faulty operator-safety presence
Engine continues to
run when oper-ator
leaves seat with
attachment clutch
engaged
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.
Poor cut - uneven
2. Mower deck not level.
3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash
4. Bent blade mandrel.
5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from
1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.
Mower blades will
not rotate
2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.
3. Frozen idler pulley.
4. Frozen blade mandrel.
1. Engine speed too slow.
Poor grass
discharge
2. Travel speed too fast.
3. Wet grass.
4. Mower deck not level.
5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.
6. Worn, bent or loose blade.
7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash
8. Mower drive belt worn.
9. Blades improperly installed.
10. Improper blades used.
11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from
1. Switch is "OFF".
Headlight(s) not
working
2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.
(if so equipped)
3. Faulty light switch.
4. Loose or damaged wiring.
5. Blown fuse.
1. Bad battery cell(s).
Battery will not
charge
2. Poor cable connections.
3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).
4. Faulty alternator.
1. Debris on steering plate (if equipped).
Loss of drive
2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or
3. Axle key missing.
1. Engine throttle control not set
Engine "back-fires"
when turn-ing
engine "OFF"
1. Reverse operation system (ROS)
Engine dies when
tractor is shifted
into reverse
1. Bagger or optional rear discharge
Mower will not
operate
TROUBLESHOOTING
control system.
under mower.
buildup of grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.
under mower.
buildup of grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.
broken.
between half and full speed (fast)
position before stopping engine.
is not "ON" while mower or other
attachment is engaged.
deflector is not installed correctly.
CORRECTION
1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not
corrected, contact an authorized service center/
department.
1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.
2. Level mower deck.
3. Clean underside of mower housing.
4. Replace blade mandrel.
5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.
1. Remove obstruction.
2. Replace mower drive belt.
3. Replace idler pulley.
4. Replace blade mandrel.
1. Place throttle control in "FAST" position.
2. Shift to slower speed.
3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.
4. Level mower deck.
5. Check tires for proper air pressure.
6. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.
7. Clean underside of mower housing.
8. Replace mower drive belt.
9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.
10. Replace with blades listed in parts manual.
11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.
1. Turn switch "ON".
2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).
3. Check/replace light switch.
4. Check wiring and connections.
5. Replace fuse.
1. Replace battery.
2. Check/clean all connections.
3. Replace regulator.
4. Replace alternator.
1. See "CLEANING" in the maintenance section.
2. Replace motion drive belt.
3. 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.
1. Check bagger or optional rear discharge deflector for
proper installation
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