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Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire
and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
This section addresses minor service issues. To locate the nearest authorized service center consult the separate supplement sheet for contact information.
Problem
Engine fails to start
Engine runs erratically
Engine overheats
Engine hesitates at high
RPM
Engine idles rough
Excessive vibration
Mower will not mulch
grass
Uneven cut
TROUBLESHOOTING
Cause
1.
PTO/Blade Engage lever engaged.
2.
Parking brake not engaged.
3.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
4.
Throttle control lever not in correct
starting position.
5.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
6.
Blocked fuel line.
7.
Faulty spark plug.
8.
Engine flooded.
9.
fuse(s) blown
1.
Tractor running with CHOKE activated.
2.
Spark plug wires loose.
3.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
4.
Vent in gas cap plugged.
5.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
6.
Dirty air cleaner.
1.
Engine oil level low.
2.
Air flow restricted.
1.
Spark plug gap too close.
1.
Fouled spark plug
2.
Dirty air cleaner.
1.
Cutting blades loose or unbalanced.
2.
Damaged, dull, or bent cutting blade.
1.
Engine speed too low.
2.
Wet grass.
3.
Excessively high grass.
4.
Dull blade.
1.
Deck not leveled properly.
2.
Dull blade.
3.
Uneven tire pressure.
WARNING
1.
Place lever in disengaged (OFF) position.
2.
Engage parking brake.
3.
Connect wire to spark plug.
4.
Place Throttle lever into the FAST position.
5.
Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas.
6.
Replace fuel line. See a qualified service dealer.
Replace fuel filter. See the Service and Maintenance
section.
7.
Clean, adjust gap or replace plug.
8.
Crank engine with throttle in FAST position.
9.
Replace Fuse.
1.
Deactivate the CHOKE.
2.
Connect and tighten spark plug wires.
3.
Replace fuel line. See a qualified service dealer. Fill tank
with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. See the
Service and Maintenance section.
4.
Clear vent or replace cap if damaged.
5.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh gasoline. See
the Service and Maintenance section.
6.
Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam
pre-cleaner, if equipped.
1.
Fill engine with proper amount and type of oil.
2.
Clean grass clippings and debris from around the
engine's cooling fins and housing.
1.
Remove spark plug and adjust gap.
1.
Replace spark plug and adjust gap.
2.
Clean or replace air cleaner element and/or clean
pre-cleaner.
1.
Tighten blade and spindle. Balance blade.
2.
Replace blade.
1.
Place throttle in FAST position.
2.
Do not mulch when grass is wet.
3.
Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again
at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath.
4.
Sharpen or replace blade.
1.
Perform side-to-side deck adjustment.
2.
Sharpen or replace blade.
3.
Check tire pressure in all four tires.
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