Simplicity 24HP manual Troubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service, Troubleshooting the Mower

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Troubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service

Rider Troubleshooting Continued.

PROBLEM	CAUSE		REMEDY
Engine runs, but rider will	1.	Hydraulic release lever(s)	1. Move lever(s) forward to “drive” position.
not drive.		in “free-wheel” position.	See Pushing The Rider By Hand.
	2.	Belt is broken.	2. See Drive Belt Replacement.
	3.	Drive belt slips.	3. See problem and cause below.
	4.	Brake is not fully released.	4. See authorized service dealer

Rider drive belt slips.	1.	Pulleys or belt greasy or oily.	1. Clean as required.
	2.	Tension too loose.	2. Adjust spring tension.
			See Drive Belt Replacement
	3.	Belt stretched or worn.	3. Replace belt.

Brake will not hold.	1.	Brake is incorrectly adjusted.	1. See Brake Adjustment.
	2.	Brake pads worn.	2. Replace with new brake pads.

Rider steers or handles poorly.	1.	Steering linkage is loose.	1. Check and tighten any loose connections.
	2.	Improper tire inflation.	2. See Regular Maintenance Section.

TROUBLESHOOTING THE MOWER

PROBLEM	CAUSE		REMEDY
Mower will not raise.	1.	Lift linkage not properly attached	1. See authorized service dealer for repair.
		or damaged.

Engine stalls easily with	1.	Engine speed too slow.	1. Set to full throttle.
mower engaged.	2.	Ground speed too fast.	2. Decrease Ground Speed.
	3.	Cutting height set too low.	3. Cut tall grass at maximum cutting
			height during first pass.
	4.	Discharge chute jamming	4. Cut grass with discharge pointing toward
		with cut grass.	previously cut area.

Excessive mower vibration.	1.	Blade mounting bolts are loose.	1. Tighten to 70 ft.lbs. (94 Nm).
	2.	Mower blades, arbors,	2. Check and replace as necessary.
		or pulleys are bent.
	3.	Mower blades are out	3. Remove, sharpen, and balance blades.
		of balance.	See Maintenance Section.
	4.	Belt installed incorrectly.	4. Reinstall Correctly.

Excessive belt wear or breakage.	1.	Bent or rough pulleys.	1. Repair or replace.
	2.	Using incorrect belt.	2. Replace with correct belt.

Mower drive belt slips	1.	Idler pulley spring broken or not	1. Repair or replace as needed.
or fails to drive.		properly attached.
	2.	Mower drive belt broken.	2. Replace drive belt.

Mower does not engage.	1.	Electrical wiring damage.	1. Locate & repair damaged wire.
	2.	Battery voltage too low.	2. Recharge battery and check alternator.
			See Battery Maintenance section.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual 24HP Zero-Turn RidersPage Date Purchased Table of Contents Operating Safety Safety Rules & InformationSlope Operation Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water General Operation Safety Rules and Information Slope OperationService & Maintenance Safe Handling of GasolineIdentification Numbers CE Identification TAG MarkingsNorth American Models Safety DecalsSafety Decals CE Export ModelsExport Models only Safety Interlock System Safety Interlock SystemNorth American Models only Safety Interlock System Operational Safety ChecksCE Export Safety Icons Safety IconsNorth American Safety Icons ServicingFeatures & Controls Control FunctionsHour Meter PTO SwitchSeat Adjustment Lever Transmission Oil FillOperation General Operating SafetyChecks Before Starting Stopping the Rider and Engine Starting the EnginePushing the Rider by Hand Forward Travel Practice Zero Turn Driving PracticeSmooth Travel Reverse Travel PracticeExecuting Turns Practice Turning Around a CornerExecuting an End-Of-Row Zero Turn TurningInstallation Mower Removal InstallationRemoval Height of Grass MowingMowing Recommendations Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingMowing Patterns When and How Often to MowMowing Methods Proper Broadcast MowingAttaching a Trailer Proper MulchingBefore Every Spring Each Hours 100 200 Fall Use Regular MaintenanceCheck Transmission Oil Change Transmission Oil Filter Oil LubricationGrease Arm PivotRemoving the Mower Blade Servicing the Mower BladesInspecting the Mower Blades Balancing the Mower Blades Reinstalling the Mower BladesSharpening the Mower Blade NailFuel Filter Check Tire PressuresAdding Fuel Tire PressureEngine Maintenance Change Engine OIL & Filter Transmission OIL Filter Change Check / Fill Transmission OIL Change Interval Every 200 Hours Cleaning the Battery and Cables Battery MaintenanceStorage Troubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service Troubleshooting the RiderTroubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service Troubleshooting the MowerTroubleshooting Common Cutting Problems StreakingGround Speed Control Lever Adjustment Seat AdjustmentSeat Position Adjustment Cutting Height Adjustment Speed Balancing AdjustmentNeutral Adjustment Parking Brake Adjustment Suspension Adjustment A. Front Shock Adjustment CollarPTO Clutch Adjustment Blade Brake CheckMower Deck Leveling Orient Blades Side-to-SideMower Belt Replacement Roller BAR Leveling Select ModelsHydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Battery ChargingSpecifications Technical ManualsPage Product Quick Specs Belts and Blades Tractor