Snapper SPX310, Operator'S Manual

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Troubleshooting
WARNING
To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the tractor or mower only when the engine is stopped and the parking brake
engaged.
To prevent accidental starting of the engine, before maintenance, always remove the ignition key, disconnect the spark plug
wire, and fasten it away from the plug.
Troubleshooting the Rider
PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY
The brake pedal is not pushed down. Fully push down on the brake pedal.
Empty the fuel tank. If engine is hot, let the engine cool, then fill the fuel
tank.
The PTO switch is set to the ON position. Set the PTO switch to the OFF position.
The cruise control is engaged. Move the cruise control knob to the NEUTRAL/OFF
position.
The engine is flooded. Disconnect the choke.
The battery terminals require cleaning. Refer to Clean the Battery and Cables .
The battery discharged or is dead. Charge or replace the battery.
The engine will not turnover or start.
Loose or broken wiring. Visually inspect the wiring. If wires are frayed or
broken, see an Authorized Service Dealer.
Engine starts hard or operates poorly. The fuel mixture is too rich. Clean the air filter.
Low oil level. Inspect and add oil as required. Engine knocks.
Incorrect grade of oil. Refer to the Start and Stop Engine section.
Incorrect grade of oil. Refer to the Start and Stop Engine section. Too much oil.
There is too much oil in crankcase. Drain remaining oil.
The air filter is dirty. Refer to the Service the Air Filter section. Engine exhaust is black.
The choke is closed. Open the choke.
The speed control pedals are not pushed down. Push down on the speed control pedals.
The transmission release lever is in PUSH
position.
Move the transmission release lever into DRIVE
position.
Engine runs, but rider will not drive.
The parking brake is engaged. Release the parking brake.
Rider steers hard or handles poorly. Incorrect tire inflation. Refer to the Check Tire Pressure section.
Note: For all other problems, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Troubleshooting the Mower
PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY
The mower cut is uneven. The rider tires are incorrectly inflated. Refer to the Check Tire Pressure section.
The engine speed is set to slow. Set to FAST throttle. The mower cut looks rough.
The ground speed is set to fast. Slow down.
The engine speed is set to slow. Set to FAST throttle.
The ground speed is set to fast. Slow down.
The air cleaner is clogged or dirty. Refer to the Service Air Filter section.
The Height-of-Cut set too low. Cut tall grass at maximum Height-of-Cut during first
pass.
The engine is not up to operating temperature. Operate the engine for several minutes to warm
up.
The engine stalls easily with the mower engaged.
The grass is too tall. Start the mower in a cleared area.
The engine turns ON, and the rider drives, but the
mower will not cut.
PTO not engaged. Engage PTO.
Note: For all other problems, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.