Problem
Cause
Remedy
Engine fails to start
PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged.
1.
Parking brake not engaged.
2.
Drive control levers not fully outward in
3.
neutral position.
Spark plug wire(s) disconnected.
4.
Throttle/choke control lever not in correct
5.
starting position.
Choke not activated.
6.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
7.
Blocked fuel line.
8.
Faulty spark plug(s).
9.
Engine flooded.
10.
Place knob in disengaged (OFF) position.
1.
Engage parking brake.
2.
Move drive control levers fully outward in
3.
neutral position.
Connect wire(s) to spark plug(s).
4.
Place throttle/choke lever to choke position.
5.
Push throttle/choke control lever to choke
6.
position.
Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days
7.
old) gas.
Clean fuel line and replace fuel filter.
8.
Clean, adjust gap or replace plug(s).
9.
Crank engine with throttle in FAST position.
10.
Engine runs erratic
Tractor running with CHOKE activated.
1.
Spark plug wire(s) loose.
2.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
3.
Vent in gas cap plugged.
4.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
5.
Dirty air cleaner.
6.
Pull the throttle/choke control lever rearward
1.
from the choke position
Connect spark plug wire(s).
2.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
3.
gasoline and replace fuel filter.
Clear vent or replace cap if damaged.
4.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh
5.
gasoline.
Replace air cleaner paper element or clean
6.
foam pre-cleaner.
Troubleshooting
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