TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting Chart
Engine
Engine backfires through
muffler
• Throttle lever should be at low idle for
thirty seconds before turning off
machine.
High fuel consumption
• Improper type of fuel.
• Plugged air intake system.
• Improper valve clearance.
See your authorized service center.
• Restricted air intake filter.
Other symptoms
• See engine manufacturer’s owner’s
manual provided with your machine for
additional information.
Electrical System
Starter will not work
• Blown fuse.
• Park brake not engaged or
switch is faulty.
• Loose or corroded battery
connections.
• Motion controls not in neutral or neutral
saftey switches faulty.
• Key switch, starter relay or starter faulty.
See your authorized service center.
Battery will not charge
• Loose or corroded connections.
• Defective battery.
• Defective rectifier.
• See your authorized service center.
Starter turns slowly
• Loose or corroded battery connections.
• Defective battery.
• Low battery - charge battery.
• Engine oil viscosity too heavy.
Hydraulics
• Improper tire inflation.
• Pump free-wheel valve(s) partially open.
• Hydrostatic transmission oil level low.
• Pump drive belt loose or broken.
• Hydraulic pump or wheel motor faulty.
Steering
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