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PRODUCT CARE
Problem Cause Remedy
Engine fails
to start
1. PTO (blade engage) lever engaged.
2. Parking brake not engaged.
3. Spark plug wire disconnected.
4. Throttle control lever not in correct
starting position.
5. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
6. Blocked fuel line.
7. Faulty spark plug.
8. Engine flooded.
9. Fuse(s) blown.
1. Place lever in disengaged (OFF) position.
2. Engage parking brake.
3. Connect wire to spark plug.
4. Place throttle lever into the FAST position.
5. Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas.
6. Replace fuel line. See a qualified service dealer. Replace
fuel filter. See the Product Care section.
7. Clean, adjust gap or replace plug.
8. Crank engine with throttle in FAST position.
9. Replace fuse.
Engine
runs erratically
1. Tractor running with CHOKE activated.
2. Spark plug wires loose.
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
4. Vent in gas cap plugged.
5. Water or dirt in fuel system.
6. Dirty air cleaner.
1. Deactivate the CHOKE.
2. Connect and tighten spark plug wires.
3. Replace fuel line. See a qualified service dealer. Fill tank
with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. See the
Product Care section.
4. Clear vent or replace cap if damaged.
5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh gasoline. See the
Product Care section.
6. Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam pre-
cleaner, if equipped.
Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low.
2. Air flow restricted.
1. Fill engine with proper amount and type of oil.
2. Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine’s
cooling fins and housing.
Engine hesitates
at high RPM
1. Spark plug gap too close. 1. Remove spark plug and adjust gap.
Engine idles rough 1. Fouled spark plug.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
1. Replace spark plug and adjust gap.
2. Clean or replace air cleaner element and/or
clean pre-cleaner.
Excessive
vibration
1. Cutting blades loose or unbalanced.
2. Damaged, dull or bent cutting blade.
1. Tighten blade and spindle. Balance blade.
2. Replace blade.
Tractor will not
mulch grass
1. Engine speed too low.
2. Wet grass.
3. Excessively high grass.
4. Dull blade.
1. Place throttle in FAST position.
2. Do not mulch when grass is wet.
3. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at
desired height or make a narrower cutting swath.
4. Sharpen or replace blade.
Uneven cut 1. Deck not leveled properly.
2. Dull blade.
3. Uneven tire pressure.
1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment.
2. Sharpen or replace blade.
3. Check tire pressure in all four tires.
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. Allow the engine to cool. Disconnect spark plug wire(s) and negative battery cable to prevent
unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
This section addresses minor service issues. To locate the nearest authorized service center consult the separate supplement sheet for
contact information.
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