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Problem
Mower blades will
not rotate
1. Obstruction in clutch
mechanism.
2. Worn/damaged mower drive
belt.
3. Mower belt out of engine
pulley.
1.
Remove obstruction.
2.
Replace mower drive belt.
3.
Install belt on engine pulley.
Poor grass discharge
1. Engine speed too slow.
2. Travel speed too fast.
3. Wet grass.
4. Mower deck not level.
5. Low/uneven tire air pressure
6. Worn, bent or loose blade.
7. Buildup of grass, leaves and
trash under mower.
8. Mower drive belt worn.
9. Blades improperly installed.
10. Improper blades used.
11. Clogged mower deck vent holes
from buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash around mandrels.
1.
Place throttle control in “FAST” position.
2.
Shift to slower speed.
3.
Allow grass to dry before mowing.
4.
Level mower deck.
5.
Check tires for proper air pressure.
6.
Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade
bolt.
7.
Clean underside of mower housing.
8.
Replace mower drive belt.
9.
Reinstall blades sharp edge down.
10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.
11. Clean around mandrels to open vent
holes.
Headlight(s) not
working
(if so equipped)
1. Switch is “OFF”.
2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out
3. Faulty light switch.
4. Loose or damaged wiring.
5. Blown fuse.
1.
Turn switch “ON”.
2.
Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).
3.
Check/replace light switch.
4.
Check wiring and connections.
5.
Replace fuse.
Battery will not
charge
1. Bad battery cell(s).
2. Poor cable connections.
3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).
4. Faulty alternator.
1.
Replace battery.
2.
Check/clean all connections.
3.
Replace regulator.
4.
Replace alternator.
Engine “backfires”
when turning engine
“OFF”
1. Throttle control has not been
placed between medium and
fast speed position before
shutting engine off.
1.
Move throttle control between medium
and fast speed position before shutting
engine off.
Probable cause
Solution
