39
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Starter does not crank
1.
Blade control (PTO) is
ENGAGED.
1.
Move blade control (PTO) to
DISENGAGED.
2.
Parking brake is not on.
3.
Operator is not seated.
4.
Speed selector not in “N”
neutral.
2.
Set parking brake.
3.
Sit on the seat.
4.
Move speed selector to “N”
neutral.
5.
Battery is dead.
5.
Charge the battery.
6.
Electrical connections are
corroded or loose.
6.
Check electrical connections
for good contact.
7.
Fuse is blown.
7.
Replace fuse.
8.
Relay or switch is defective.
8.
Contact Authorized Service
Dealer.
Engine will not start, starts hard, or
f il t k
i
1.
Fuel tank is empty.
1.
Fill fuel tank with gasoline.
fails to keep running.
2.
Choke is not ON.
2.
Move choke lever to ON.
3.
Air cleaner is dirty.
3.
Clean or replace air cleaner
element.
4.
Spark plug wire is loose or
disconnected.
4.
Install wire on spark plug.
5.
Spark plug is pitted, fouled, or
gap is incorrect.
5.
Install new, correctly gapped
spark plug.
6.
Dirt in fuel filter.
7.
Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in
fuel system.
6.
Replace fuel filter.
7.
Contact Authorized Service
Dealer.
Engine loses power.
1.
Engine load is excessive.
1.
Shift into lower gear to reduce
ground speed.
2.
Air cleaner is dirty.
2.
Clean or replace air cleaner
element.
3.
Oil level in crankcase is low.
3.
Add oil to crankcase.
4.
Cooling fins and air passages
under engine blower housing
are plugged.
4.
Remove obstruction from
cooling fins and air passages.
5.
Spark plug is pitted, fouled, or
gap is incorrect.
6.
Vent hole in fuel cap is
plugged.
5.
Install new, correctly gapped
spark plug.
6.
Clean or replace the fuel cap.
Summary of Contents for Wheel Horse 265-6
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