AE401 Owner’s Manual
Part No 360390
Form No F100515A
9
TROUBLESHOOTING
LUBRICATION
BEARINGS
(See pages 12 and 13 for Parts Illustration and Parts List)
1. Remove the top guard by removing the four nuts, two on each side that secures it to the frame.
NOTE
: Guard must be
removed to lubricate the jackshaft bearings only. All other bearings can be lubed without removing the guard.
2. Lubricate all 6 bearings using a pressurized grease gun with standard lithium based grease.
3. Wipe any excess grease off of all bearings and fittings after each lubrication.
4. Replace the guard and reinstall the four screws that secure it in place.
CHAINS
(See pages 12 and 13 for Parts Illustration and Parts List)
1. Remove the top guard by removing the four nuts, two on each side that secures it to the frame.
2. Apply a light coat of No. 30 Oil or a penetrating chain lubricant to keep the chain clean and in good running order.
3. Replace the guard and reinstall the four screws that secure it in place.
NOTE
:
If machine is cleaned with a pressure washer the chains and bearings should be lubricated after each cleaning.
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Engine will not start
Stop switch off (Honda only). Throttle in off
position. Engine not in full choke position.
Out of gasoline. Bad or old gasoline. Spark
plug wire disconnected. Dirty air cleaner.
Engine oil level too low (Honda only).
Check stop switches, throttle, choke
position and gasoline. Connect spark
plug wire. Clean or replace air cleaner.
Or contact a qualified service person.
Check and fill engine oil.
Abnormal vibration
Damaged or missing tines. Loose handle
bolts. Loose engine bolts.
Stop work immediately. Replace any
damaged or missing tines. Tighten all
loose bolts and nuts.
Engine is making loud
noise or squealing
Gear reduction oil level is low
Check and add oil according to engine
owner's manual
Engine stalls or labors
when aerating
Working on too steep of a slope. Not enough
oil in the engine.
Work at 45 degrees to the slope moving
up and down instead of across. Check
and add engine oil.
Engine is locked, will not
pull over
Debris locked against reel, or drive pulleys.
Engine problem.
Pull spark plug wire and remove debris.
Contact an engine servicing dealer for
engine problems.
Unit does not move when
clutch is engaged
Belt drive out of adjustment. Worn drive belt.
Loose or damaged chain or sprockets. Loose
or damaged pulleys. Damaged or broken
clutch cable.
See maintenance on pg. 7 of this
manual. Contact a qualified servicing
dealer.
Not
for
Reproduction
