Problem
Cause
Action
The starter motor does not turn the
engine over.
The battery is too weak.
Charge the battery.
The attachment clutch control is en-
gaged.
Disengage the attachment clutch
control.
The clutch/brake pedal is not pushed
down fully.
Push down the clutch/brake pedal
fully when you start the engine.
The connection at the cable connec-
tors on the battery terminals is bad.
Do a check of the battery connec-
tions.
The main fuse is defective.
Replace the main fuse.
The ignition lock is defective.
Speak to an approved service agent.
The safety connector for clutch/brake
pedal is defective.
Speak to an approved service agent.
The starter motor or the solenoid is
defective.
Speak to an approved service agent.
The operator presence control (OPC)
is defective.
Do a check of the wires, switches
and connections. If not corrected,
speak to an approved service agent.
Do not operate product with a defec-
tive operator presence control.
The engine does not run smoothly.
The spark plug is defective.
Replace the spark plug.
The carburetor is not adjusted cor-
rectly.
Speak to an approved service agent.
The air filter is dirty.
Clean or replace the air filter.
The check valve on the fuel tank cap
is defective.
Replace the fuel tank cap.
The fuel tank is almost empty.
Fill the fuel tank with fuel.
There is water in the fuel.
Remove all fuel from the fuel tank
and the carburetor. Fill the fuel tank
with new fuel and replace the fuel fil-
ter.
The choke is engaged and the en-
gine is warm.
Disengage the choke.
The fuel mix or fuel type is incorrect.
Remove all fuel from the fuel tank
and the carburetor. Fill the fuel tank
with the correct fuel mix or fuel type.
The fuel filter is clogged
Replace the fuel filter.
The spark plug is defective.
Replace the spark plug.
There is dirt in the carburetor or fuel
line.
Clean the carburetor and fuel lines.
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