GB - 20
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
CORRECTION
Engine will not
start.
1.
Engine switch in
Off position.
1.
Move switch to On position (see
2.
Fuel shut-off valve
in Off position.
2.
Move valve to On position (see
3.
Fuel tank empty.
3.
Fill fuel tank with fuel (see
4.
Spark plug
disconnected.
4.
Connect spark plug.
5.
Faulty spark plug.
5.
Replace spark plug.
6.
Choke lever in
wrong position.
6.
Adjust choke lever position (see
7.
Faulty engine.
7.
See your Ariens Dealer.
Engine
overheats.
1.
Debris
accumulated on
engine and
cooling fins.
1.
Clean debris from engine and cooling fins.
Cylinder does
not extend or
retract when
control lever is
moved.
1.
Low hydraulic oil
level.
1.
Refill hydraulic oil to proper level (see
2.
Kinked or pinched
hydraulic lines.
2.
Repair or replace damaged hydraulic lines.
3.
Hydraulic drive
coupling broken.
3.
Replace hydraulic drive coupling (see
4.
Faulty hydraulic
pump.
4.
See your Ariens Dealer.
5.
Faulty control
valve.
5.
See your Ariens Dealer.
Excessive
vibration or noise
from hydraulic
drive coupling.
1.
Worn or damaged
drive coupling.
1.
Replace hydraulic drive coupling (see
Erratic
movement of
cylinder.
1.
Air in hydraulic
system.
1.
Purge air from hydraulic system (see
Control lever
sticks.
1.
Debris in control
lever linkage.
1.
Clean and lubricate linkage.
2.
Dented rear cap
on control lever
valve assembly.
2.
See your Ariens Dealer.