Problem
The engine does not start.
The starter motor does not turn the
engine over.
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Troubleshooting
Cause
There is no fuel in the fuel tank.
The throttle control is not in the
correct position.
The spark plug is defective.
The air filter is dirty.
The fuel filter is clogged.
There is water in the fuel.
The wires are loose or damaged.
The engine valves are not adjus-
ted correctly.
The engine is flooded.
The fuel in the fuel tank is bad.
The battery is too weak.
The attachment clutch control is
engaged.
The clutch/brake pedal is not
pushed down fully.
The connection at the cable con-
nectors on the battery terminals is
bad.
The main fuse is defective.
The ignition lock is defective.
The safety connector for clutch/
brake pedal is defective.
The starter motor or the solenoid is
defective.
The operator presence control
(OPC) is defective.
Action
Fill the fuel tank.
Refer to the start instructions.
Replace the spark plug.
Clean or replace the air filter.
Replace the fuel filter.
Remove all fuel from the fuel tank
and the carburetor. Fill the fuel
tank with new fuel and replace the
fuel filter.
Do a check of all wires.
Speak to an approved service
agent.
Wait 2–3 minutes before you try to
start the engine again.
Replace the fuel in the fuel tank.
Charge the battery.
Disengage the attachment clutch
control.
Push down the clutch/brake pedal
fully when you start the engine.
Do a check of the battery connec-
tions.
Replace the main fuse.
Speak to an approved service
agent.
Speak to an approved service
agent.
Speak to an approved service
agent.
Do a check of the wires, switches
and connections. If not corrected,
speak to an approved service
agent. Do not operate product with
a defective operator presence con-
trol.
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