Poulan 271150 manual Excessive

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

 

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loss of power

1.

Cutting too much grass/too

1.

Set in “Higher Cut” position/

 

 

 

fast.

 

reduce speed.

 

 

2.

Throttle in “CHOKE”

2.

Adjust throttle control.

 

 

 

position.

 

 

 

 

3.

Build-up of grass, leaves

3.

Clean underside of mower

 

 

 

and trash under mower.

 

housing.

 

 

4.

Dirty air filter.

4.

Clean/replace air filter.

 

 

5.

Low oil level/dirty oil.

5.

Check oil level/change oil.

 

 

6.

Faulty spark plug.

6.

Clean and regap or change

 

 

 

 

 

spark plug.

 

 

7.

Dirty fuel filter.

7.

Replace fuel filter.

 

 

8.

Stale or dirty fuel.

8.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

 

 

 

 

 

fresh gasoline.

 

 

9.

Water in fuel.

9.

Drain fuel tank and carbure

 

 

 

 

 

tor, refill tank with fresh

 

 

 

 

 

gasoline and replace fuel

 

 

 

 

 

filter.

 

 

10. Spark plug wire loose.

10. Connect and tighten spark

 

 

 

 

 

plug wire.

 

 

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

 

 

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

 

 

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

13. Check all wiring.

 

 

14. Carburetor out of

14. See “To Adjust Carburetor”

 

 

 

adjustment.

 

in Service and Adjustments

 

 

 

 

 

section.

 

 

15. Engine valves out of

15. Contact a qualified

 

 

 

adjustment.

 

service center/department.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Excessive

1.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

1.

Replace blade.

 

vibration

 

 

 

Tighten blade bolt.

 

 

2.

Bent blade mandrel.

2.

Contact a qualified

 

 

 

 

 

service center/department.

 

 

3.

Loose/damaged part(s).

3.

Tighten loose part(s).

 

 

 

 

 

Replace damaged parts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine continues

1.

Faulty operator-safety

1.

Check wiring, switches and

 

to run

 

presence control system.

 

connections. If not

 

when operator

 

 

 

contact a qualified

 

leaves seat with

 

 

 

service center/department.

 

with attachment

 

 

 

 

 

clutch engaged

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Poor cut - uneven

1.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

1.

Replace blade. Tighten

 

 

 

 

 

blade bolt.

 

 

2.

Mower deck not level.

2.

Level mower deck.

 

 

3.

Buildup of grass, leaves,

3.

Clean underside of mower

 

 

 

and trash under mower.

 

housing.

 

 

4.

Bent blade mandrel.

4.

Contact a qualified

 

 

 

 

 

service center/department.

 

 

5.

Clogged mower deck vent

5.

Clean around mandrels to

 

 

 

holes from buildup of

 

open vent holes.

 

 

 

grass, leaves, and trash

 

 

 

 

 

around mandrels.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Model no Table of Contents III. Children IV. ServiceWash hands after handling U1R Product SpecificationsCustomer Responsibilities API-SF-SJUnassembled Parts Unpack Carton Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Removing Tractor from SkidHOW to SET UP Your Tractor Install SeatCheck Battery Check Brake System Check Tire PressureCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Deck LevelnessOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor Before Starting the Engine ADD Gasoline To Start EngineMowing Tips Before Each USE General Recommendations Lubrication ChartTractor AIR Filter EngineSpark Plugs CleaningEngine Cooling Fins MufflerTo Remove Mower To Install MowerBelt Removal To Level Mower HousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTo Check Brake Belt InstallationTo Check and Adjust Brake To Adjust BrakeFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery Replacing BatteryTo Adjust Carburetor Cylinders BatteryOther Engine OILProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting ChartExcessive Mower blades will Tractor -- Model Number SchematicElectrical Repair PartsKEY Part Description Chassis and Enclosures 174643X014 Ground Drive Bolt Carr. Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr Steering KEY Part NO. NO. Description Engine Optional Equipment Engine Seat Assembly Wheels and Tires DecalsLift Assembly Retainer Spring Mower Deck Following blades are available Limited Warranty Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation