Troubleshooting
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.
Fuse is blown.
See authorized dealer.
Battery terminals require
cleaning.
See
Cleaning the Battery and Cables
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
Oil Recommendations Chart
.
Excessive oil consumption.
Engine running too hot.
See authorized dealer.
Using wrong grade oil.
See
Oil Recommendations Chart
.
Too much oil in crankcase.
Drain excess oil.
Engine exhaust is black.
Dirty air filter.
See
Servicing the Air Filter
section.
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.
Brake will not hold.
Internal brake worn.
See authorized dealer.
Tractor steers hard or
handles poorly.
Steering linkage is loose.
See authorized dealer.
Improper tire inflation.
See
Check Tire Pressure
section.
Front wheel spindle bearings
dry.
See authorized dealer.
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