Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Action
The engine does not start.
There is no fuel in the fuel tank.
Fill the fuel tank.
The throttle control is not in the
correct position.
Refer to the start instructions.
The spark plug is defective.
Replace the spark plug.
The air filter is dirty.
Clean or replace the air filter.
The fuel filter is clogged.
Replace the fuel filter.
There is water in the fuel.
Remove all fuel from the fuel tank
and the carburetor. Fill the fuel
tank with new fuel and replace the
fuel filter.
The wires are loose or damaged.
Do a check of all wires.
The engine valves are not adjus-
ted correctly.
Speak to an approved service
agent.
The engine is flooded.
Wait 2–3 minutes before you try to
start the engine again.
The fuel in the fuel tank is bad.
Replace the fuel in the fuel tank.
The starter motor does not turn the
engine over.
The battery is too weak.
Charge the battery.
The attachment clutch control is
engaged.
Disengage the attachment clutch
control.
The clutch/brake pedal is not
pushed down fully.
Push down the clutch/brake pedal
fully when you start the engine.
The connection at the cable con-
nectors on the battery terminals is
bad.
Do a check of the battery connec-
tions.
The main fuse is defective.
Replace the main fuse.
The ignition lock is defective.
Speak to an approved service
agent.
The safety connector for clutch/
brake pedal is defective.
Speak to an approved service
agent.
The starter motor or the solenoid is
defective.
Speak to an approved service
agent.
The operator presence control
(OPC) is defective.
Do a check of the wires, switches
and connections. If not corrected,
speak to an approved service
agent. Do not operate product with
a defective operator presence con-
trol.
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