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TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting the Rider continued
Problem Cause Remedy
Engine runs, but mower will
not drive
Hydraulic release rod in “neutral” posi-
tion.
Move hydraulic release rod to the
“drive” position.
Belt is broken. See Drive Belt Replacement.
Drive belt slips. See problem and cause below.
Brake is not fully released. See dealer.
Rider drive belt slips
Pulley or belt greasy or oily. Clean as required.
Tension too loose. Adjust spring tension. See Drive Belt
Replacement.
Belt stretched or worn. Replace belt.
Brake will not hold
Brake is incorrectly adjusted. See Brake Adjustment.
Brake pads worn. Replace with new brake pads.
Mower drives or handles
poorly
Loose control linkages. Check and tighten any loose
connections.
Improper tire infl ation See Check Tire Pressures
Troubleshooting the Mower Deck
Problem Cause Remedy
Mower will not raise.
Lift linkage not properly attached or
damaged.
See dealer.
Engine stalls easily with
mower engaged.
Engine speed too slow. Set to full throttle.
Ground speed too fast. Decrease ground speed.
Cutting height set too low. Cut tall grass at maximum cutting
height during fi rst pass.
Discharge chute jamming with cut
grass.
Cut grass with discharge pointing
towards previously cut grass.
Excessive mower vibration.
Blade mounting bolts are loose. Tighten to 70 ft.lbs. (94 Nm).
Mower blades, arbors or pulleys are
bent.
Check and replace as necessary.
Mower blades are out of balance. Remove, sharpen and balance blades.
See Maintenance section.
Belt installed incorrectly. Reinstall correctly.
Excessive belt wear or
breakage.
Bent or rough pulleys. Repair or replace.
Using incorrect belt. Replace with correct belt.
Mower drive belt slips or
fails to drive.
Idler pulley spring broken or not
properly attached.
Repair or replace as needed.
Mower drive belt broken. Replace drive belt.
Mower does not engage.
Electrical wiring damage. Locate and repair damaged wire.
Battery voltage too low. Recharge battery and check alternator.
See Battery Maintenance section.
PTO clutch not adjusted. See PTO Clutch Adjustment section.
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