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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Causes
Corrective Action
The starter does not crank.
1. The PTO is on.
1. Move the PTO to the off
position.
2. The brake is not depressed or
the parking brake is not on.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. The operator is not seated.
3. Sit on the seat.
4. The electrical connections are
corroded or loose.
4. Check the electrical
connections for good contact.
5. A fuse is blown or loose.
5. Correct or replace fuse.
6. The relay or switch is broken.
6. Contact Authorized Service
Dealer.
7. The battery is discharged.
7. Charge or replace the battery.
8. The safety interlock system is
malfunctioning.
8. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
9. A broken starter or starter
solenoid.
9. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
10.Seized internal engine
components.
10.Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
The engine cranks, but will not
start.
1. Incorrect starting procedure.
1. Refer to Starting and Stopping
the Engine, page 12.
2. The fuel tank is empty.
2. Fill with fresh fuel.
3. The fuel shut-off valve is
closed.
3. Open the fuel shut-off valve.
4. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in the
fuel system.
4. Drain and flush the fuel system;
add fresh fuel.
5. Clogged fuel line.
5. Clean or replace.
6. The spark plug lead is
disconnected.
6. Reconnect the spark plug.
7. The kill relay is not energized.
7. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
8. A spark plug is damaged or
dirty.
8. Replace the spark plug.
9. The ignition is broken.
9. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.