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SECTION 10: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer
than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.
•
Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.
•
Lubricate all lubrication points. Wipe the entire
machine with an oiled rag to protect the painted
metal surfaces.
•
Refer to the engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions. The engine must be
completely drained of fuel to prevent gum deposits
from forming on essential carburetor parts, fuel lines
and fuel tanks.
•
Refer to battery storage instructions.
•
Store unit in a clean, dry area.
NOTE:
When storing any type of power equipment in
an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains
springs, bearings and cables.
SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble
Possible Cause(s)
Corrective Action
Engine will
not crank
Safety switch button
not depressed.
Battery installed incor-
rectly.
Battery is dead or
weak.
Blown fuse
There is one safety switch in the starting circuit of your unit: the brake pedal switch. Make certain the
actuator is fully depressing the button on this switch. The Operator must be seated on the tractor in
order to start the engine, also.
The battery must be installed with negative terminal attached to black ground wire. Negative terminal is
identified at the post by “NEG”, “N” or “-”. The positive terminal, identified by “POS”, “P” or “+”, must be
attached to the thick red wire which goes to the solenoid.
Charge at six amps with a 12-volt automotive-type battery charger for one hour or until fully charged.
Refer to operator’s manual for fuse location. Replace fuse with automotive type fuse of the proper
amperage. Fuses seldom fail without a reason. The problem must be
corrected. Check for loose connections in the fuse holder. Replace fuse holder if necessary. A dead
short may be in the cranking or charging circuit where the insulation may have rubbed through and
exposed the bare wire. Replace the wire or repair with electrician's tape if the wire strands have not
been damaged.
Note: Look for a wire pinched between body panels, burned by the exhaust pipe or muffler or rubbed
against a moving part.
Engine
cranks but
will not start
Throttle or choke not in
starting position.
No fuel to the carbure-
tor.
No spark to spark
plug(s).
Dirty aircleaner.
Refer to the OPERATION section of this manual for the correct position of the throttle control and choke
for starting.
Gasoline tank empty. Fill.
Fuel line or in-line fuel filter plugged. Remove and clean fuel line. Replace fuel filter
(if so equipped) if necessary.
Spark plug lead disconnected. Connect lead. Using a spark tester, check for spark. If no spark is
present, have engine’s magneto serviced by an authorized engine dealer.
If the air cleaner is dirty, the engine may not start. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Engine
smokes
Engine oil has been
overfilled.
Engine loses crank-
case vacuum.
Check oil level.
Dipstick not seated or broken. Replace defective part.
Engine breather defective. Replace.
Excessive
vibration
Bent blade or
damaged pulley.
Stop engine immediately. Check all pulleys, blade adapters, keys and bolts for
tightness and spindle damage. Tighten or replace any loose or damaged parts. Always replace dam-
aged blade. Only use original equipment blades.
Mower won’t
discharge
grass or
leaves uncut
strips
Engine speed low.
Speed selection.
Cutting height set too
low.
Blades dull.
Throttle must be set at full throttle.
Use lower ground speed. The slower your ground speed, the better the quality of cut.
Raise deck.
Sharpen or replace blades (uncut strip problem only).
