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Troubleshooting the Mower
PROBLEM
CAUSE
REMEDY
Mower will not raise.
1. Lift linkage not properly attached or damaged
Attach or repair.
2. Dirt in hydraulic lines.
Change transmission system filter.
See
Change Transmission Oil and Filter.
Mower cut is uneven.
1. Mower not leveled properly.
See Mower Deck Manual.
2. Tractor tires not inflated equally or properly.
See
Check Tire Pressure.
3. Cutting with attachment lift in raised position.
Lower attachment lift.
Mower cut is rough
looking.
1. Engine speed too slow.
Set to full throttle.
2. Ground speed too fast.
Slow down.
3. Blades are dull.
Sharpen or replace blades. See Mower Deck Manual.
4. Mower drive belt slipping because it is oily or worn. Clean or replace belt as necessary.
See Mower Deck Manual.
5. Blades not properly fastened to arbors.
See Mower Deck Manual.
Engine stalls easily
with mower engaged.
1. Engine speed too slow.
Set to full throttle.
2. Ground speed too fast.
Slow down.
3. Mower choked with grass.
Clean out mower deck.
4. Cutting height set too low.
Cut tall grass at maximum cutting height during first
pass.
5. Discharge chute jamming with cut grass.
Cut grass with discharge pointing toward previously
cut area.
6. Engine not up to operating temperature.
Run engine for several minutes to warm-up.
7. Starting mower in tall grass.
Start the mower in a cleared area.
Excessive mower
vibration.
1. Blade mounting screws are loose.
Tighten to 70 ft.lbs. (94.9 N.m.).
See Mower Deck Manual.
2. Mower blades, arbors, or pulleys are bent.
Check and replace as necessary.
3. Mower blades are out of balance.
Remove, sharpen, and balance blades.
See Mower Deck Manual.
4. Mower choked with grass.
Clean out mower deck.
Excessive belt wear or
breakage
1. Bent or rough pulleys.
Repair or replace.
2. Using incorrect belt.
Replace with correct belt. See Mower Deck Manual.
3. Excessive debris under cover.
Remove covers and clean out mower deck.
Mower drive belt slips
or fails to drive.
1. Idler pulley spring broken or not properly attached. Repair or replace as needed.
See Mower Deck Manual.
2. Excessive debris under covers.
Clean out mower deck. See Mower Deck Manual.
3. Mower drive belt broken.
Replace drive belt. See Mower Deck Manual.
For all other issues see an authorized dealer.