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Starter will not
turn engine over
Inspect and replace fuse
If fuse continues to burn
consult your dealer for
repair
Battery discharge
Battery discharge
Battery discharge
Poor connections on
battery
Battery water low
Wrong battery installed in
mower
Engine electrical system
not functioning correctly
Engine being operated at
too low an RPM
Tighten or replace as
required
Have electrical system
checked by your dealer
Increase engine RPM
Consult your dealer for
information
Electric clutch will
not engage mower
deck blades
Head lights do not
operate
Low battery condition
Poor connections on
clutch switch
Broken wiring
Poor connection, on lights
Broken wiring Bad bulb
Repair or replace as
required
Consult your dealer for
repair
Repair or replace as
required
Note:
Electrical system failures are generally simple in nature, always check the
obvious first and then move onto the more complicated parts used. Poor battery
service, loose connections, corrosion, frayed or broken wiring, are more likely
than component failure.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:
SITUATION CAUSE REMEDY
Blown fuse
Dead battery Charge battery
Starter will not
turn engine over