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Troubleshooting
Machine Does Not Start
FAILURE MODE
CAUSE OF PROBLEM
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Machine does not start.
The fuel level in the tank is low.
Add fuel to the fuel tank.
The fuel shutoff valve is in the closed
position.
Make sure that the fuel shut off valve is open.
The valve is located near the choke lever on
the right side of the engine.
The fuel line is clogged.
Clean the fuel line.
The fuel tank has contamination.
Clean out the fuel tank and install fresh fuel.
The choke setting is incorrect.
Ensure that the choke setting is correct for the
starting conditions. Cold starts will require the
choke to be activated while warm starts may
not require the choke.
The ignition switch is in the “OFF”
position.
Move the ignition switch to the “ON” position
and then to the “START” position.
Spreading System Operates Incorrectly
FAILURE MODE
CAUSE OF PROBLEM
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Spreader pattern is uneven or
spreader does not operate.
The gate opening in the bottom of the
hopper is blocked.
Remove the material from the hopper and
dislodge any clumps around the gate opening.
Inspect the agitator wire and make sure that it
is not worn, damaged, or missing.
The spread control baffle is positioned
incorrectly.
Follow the procedure in the Calibration sec-
tion of this manual for centering the spread
pattern.
The input shaft of the spinner gearbox
is not turning.
Make sure that the spinner gearmoter spins
freely by hand. Inspect the gearmotor fuse
located under the console to ensure it is not
blown.
The spinner is dirty, worn or damaged. Inspect the spinner and clean or replace if
necessary.
The spinner clip is damaged or miss-
ing.
Inspect the spinner clip on the bottom of
the spinner. If it is damaged or missing, the
spinner may not spin even though the spinner
shaft is rotating. Replace the spinner clip if
necessary.
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