TROUBLESHOOTING
CHART:
PROBLEM
CAUSE
Engine continues to
run when operator
leaves seat with atta=
chment clutch engaged
Poor cut = uneven
cutting
Mower blade will
not rotate
1
Faulty operator-safety
presence
control system.
Poor grass
discharge
1
Worn, bent or loose blade.
2
Mower deck not level.
3
Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash
under mower.
4
Bent blade mandrel.
5
Clogged
mower deck vent from
build-up
of grass, leaves, and
trash around mandrel.
1
Obstruction
in clutch mechanism.
2
Worn/damaged
mower
drive
belt.
3
Frozen idler pulley.
4
Frozen blade mandrel.
1
Travel speed too fast.
2
Wet grass.
3
Mower deck not level.
4
Low/uneven
tire air pressure.
5
Worn, bent or loose blade.
6
Buildup of grass, leaves and
trash under mower.
7
Mower drive belt worn.
8
Blade improperly
installed.
9
Improper
blade used.
10
Clogged
mower deck vent holes
from buildup of grass, leaves, and
trash around mandrels.
Battery
will not
1
Bad battery cell(s).
charge
2
Poor cable connections.
3
Faulty alternator.
Loss of drive
1
Freewheel control in
"DISENGAGED" position.
2
Axle key missing.
Engine
dies when
1
Reverse
operation
system
(ROS)
tractor
is shifted
is not "ON" while mower or other
into
reverse
attachment
is engaged.
CORRECTION
1
Check wiring, switches
and
connections.
If not corrected,
contact a qualified
service
center.
1
Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.
2
Level mower deck.
3
Clean underside
of mower
housing.
4
Contact
a qualified service
center.
5
Clean around mandrels
to
open vent holes.
1
Remove obstruction.
2
Replace
mower drive belt.
3
Replace
idler pulley.
4
Contact
a qualified service
center.
1
Shift to slower speed.
2
Allow grass to dry before mowing.
3
Level mower deck.
4
Check tires for proper PSI.
5
Replace/sharpen
blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
6
Clean underside
of mower
housing.
7
Replace
mower drive belt.
8
Reinstall
blade sharp edge down.
9
Replace with blade listed in
this manual.
10
Clean around mandrels
to
open vent holes.
1
Replace
battery.
2
Check/clean
all connections.
3
Replace
alternator.
1
Place freewheel
control in
"ENGAGED"
position.
2
Install axle key at rear wheel. See
"TO REMOVE
WHEEL"
in the
Service and Adjustments
section.
1
Turn ignition key to ROS "ON"
position. See Operation
section.
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