Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Important:
It is essential that all operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating
condition prior to mower use.
The following table lists some of the common causes of trouble. If assistance is needed, contact your
Exmark Service Dealer.
Problem
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
1. Discharge gate is deformed.
1. Reshape the discharge gate.
2. Discharge gate is not adjusted properly.
2. Adjust the cable nuts and/or pivot gate.
3. Cable is disconnected at one or both ends.
3. Reconnect cable.
Discharge gate does not open and/or close.
4. Grass or debris may be caught near the
accessory mounting pin or discharge
opening.
4. Remove grass and debris.
Handle is too loose or tight.
1. Pivot bolt and nut not adjusted properly.
1. Adjust the bolt and nut for proper
resistance.
1. Discharge gate may be worn.
1. Replace discharge gate.
Grass or debris is escaping by discharge gate.
2. Gate is not closing properly.
2. See
Troubleshooting
item “Discharge
gate does not open and/or close”.
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