Operator's Manual
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Problem Corrective ActionPossible Causes
The starter does not crank.
1. The blade control (PTO) is
engaged.
1. Move the PTO to Disengaged.
2. The motion control levers are
not in the brake position.
2. Move the motion control levers
to the brake position.
3. The operator is not seated. 3. Sit on the seat.
4. The battery is dead. 4. Charge the battery.
5. The electrical connections are
corroded or loose.
5. Check the electrical
connections for good contact.
6. A fuse is blown. 6. Replace the fuse.
7. A relay or switch is damaged. 7. Contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
The engine will not start, starts
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1. The fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill the fuel tank.
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hard, or fails to keep running.
2. The fuel valve turned off. 2. Open the fuel valve.
3. The choke is not on. 3. Move the choke lever to On.
4. The air cleaner is dirty. 4. Clean or replace the air cleaner
element.
5. The spark plug wire(s) is loose
or disconnected.
5. Install the wire(s) on the spark
plug.
6. The spark plug(s) is pitted,
fouled, or the gap is incorrect.
6. Install a new, correctly gapped
spark plug(s).
7. There is dirt in fuel filter. 7. Replace the fuel filter.
8. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in
fuel system.
8. Contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
9. There is incorrect fuel in the
fuel tank.
9. Drain the tank and replace the
fuel with the proper type.
10.The oil level in the crankcase is
low.
10.Add oil to the crankcase.
The engine loses power.
1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce ground speed.
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2. The air cleaner is dirty. 2. Clean the air cleaner element.
3. The oil level in the crankcase is
low.
3. Add oil to the crankcase.
4. The cooling fins and air
passages under the engine
blower housing are plugged.
4. Remove the obstruction from
the cooling fins and air
passages.
5. The spark plug(s) is pitted,
fouled, or the gap is incorrect.
5. Install a new, correctly gapped
spark plug(s).
6. The vent in the fuel cap is
closed.
6. Open the vent in the fuel cap.
7. There is dirt in the fuel filter. 7. Replace the fuel filter.
8. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in the
fuel system.
8. Contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
9. There is incorrect fuel in the
fuel tank.
9. Drain the tank and replace the
fuel with the proper type.