GB - 28
Storage – Two Months or More
Check each item in the
17, but do not add gasoline.
Clean the unit. Touch up all scratched painted surfaces.
IMPORTANT:
Never spray unit with high-pressure
water or store unit outdoors. Store unit in a cool, dry,
protected location.
NOTE:
Clean unit thoroughly with mild soap and low
pressure water and lubricate (see Maintenance). Touch
up all scratched painted surfaces. Do not allow gaso-
line or oil to remain on any decals.
Engine
Refer to the engine manual to prepare the engine for
storage.
Battery
Remove battery and store in a cool, dry place.
STORAGE
WARNING:
AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire
Safety
section before
proceeding.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
CORRECTION
Engine will not
start
1. Safety Interlock System is
preventing start.
2. Fuel tank is empty or fuel is
contaminated.
3. Air cleaner is clogged or
damaged.
4. Safety Interlock System out of
adjustment or defective.
5. Dirty or damaged spark plug.
1. The engine will not start unless the speed
control levers are in neutral, the key is in the
Run position, the parking brake is On and the
Power Take Off (PTO) is Off .
The engine will not start unless the key is in
the On position , the parking brake is On and
the Power Take Off (PTO) is Off (988116, 117,
120, 314).
2. Add fuel. If necessary, replace the fuel with
clean, fresh fuel.
3. Clean or replace the filter element. See engine
manual.
4. See your Dealer for repairs.
5. See Engine Manual.
Unit will not
move or mow
when the engine
is running
1. Bypass valves left open.
2. Hydro pump belt or mower belt
is broken, worn, or off the
pulleys.
3. Cold Start Disengage is
engaged.
4. Parking brake is engaged.
1. Close bypass valves.
2. Check belts for wear, damage and correct
position on pulleys. Replace belts if worn or
damaged. See
3. Disengage Cold Start Disengage.
4. Disengage parking brake.
Changes in the
sound or
vibrations of the
unit
1. Loose or missing fasteners.
2. Mower blade problem.
3. Worn or damaged clutch.
1. Check all the fasteners. Replace if necessary.
2. Check blades for wear or damage. See
3. See your Dealer for repairs.
