Simplicity Broadmoor series, Operator'S Manual

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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting the Tractor
PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY
Engine will not turnover
or start.
Brake pedal not depressed. Fully depress brake pedal.
PTO (electric clutch) switch is in
ON position.
Place in OFF position.
Cruise control engaged. Move knob to NEUTRAL/OFF position.
Out of fuel. If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.
Engine flooded. Disengage the choke.
Fuse is blown. See authorized dealer.
Battery terminals require cleaning. See *,* section.
Battery discharged or dead. Recharge or replace battery.
Wiring loose or broken.
Visually check wiring. If wires are frayed or broken, see
authorized dealer.
Solenoid or starter motor faulty. See authorized dealer.
Safety interlock switch faulty. See authorized dealer.
Water in fuel. See authorized dealer.
Gas is old or stale. See authorized dealer.
Engine starts hard or
runs poorly.
Fuel mixture too rich. Clean air filter.
Engine has other problem. See authorized dealer.
Engine knocks.
Low oil level. Check/add oil as required.
Using wrong grade oil. See # * .
Excessive oil
consumption.
Engine running too hot. See authorized dealer.
Using wrong grade oil. See # * .
Too much oil in crankcase. Drain excess oil.
Engine exhaust is
black.
Dirty air filter. See "- .
Choke closed. Open choke.
Engine runs, but tractor
will not drive.
Ground speed control pedals not
depressed.
Depress pedals.
Transmission release lever in
PUSH position.
Move into DRIVE position.
Parking brake is engaged. Disengage parking brake.
Traction drive belt is broken or
slipping.
See authorized dealer.
Not
for
Reproduction