Snapper 421823BVE, W421623BVE Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action, Stop

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

 

CORRECTIVE ACTION

 

 

 

 

Engine Will Not

1. Fuel tank empty.

1.

Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel to proper level.

Start Using

2. Engine needs choking.

2.

Move choke control to “CHOKE” position.

Recoil Starter

3. Spark plug wire disconnected.

3.

Place spark plug wire onto spark plug.

 

4.

Faulty parking brake, blade or ignition switch.

4.

Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

 

5.

Park brake not engaged.

5.

Engage park brake.

 

6. Fuel Shut-Off in the “OFF” position

6. Turn Fuel Shut-Off to “ON” position

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.

Ignition is in the OFF position.

7.

Turn ignition switch to the RUN position.

Engine Will Not

1. Fuel tank empty.

1.

Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel to proper level.

Start Using

2. Engine needs choking.

2.

Move choke control to “CHOKE” position.

Electric Starter

3. Spark plug wire disconnected.

3.

Place spark plug wire onto spark plug.

 

4.

Faulty parking brake, blade or ignition switch.

4.

Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

 

5.

Park brake not engaged.

5.

Engage park brake.

 

6.

Blown Fuse.

6.

Replace with new 20 AMP fuse.

 

7.

Faulty interlock module.

7.

Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

 

8.

Ignition is in the OFF position.

8.

Turn ignition switch to the START position.

 

9.

Battery is weak or dead.

9. Charge or replace with new battery.

 

10. Battery cables loose, broken disconnected or

10. Clean and connect battery cables. If

 

 

corroded.

 

broken, replace with new battery cables.

 

11. Faulty electric starter or starter solenoid.

11. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

 

12. Starter cable loose, broken or disconnected.

12. Connect starter cable. If broken, replace

 

 

 

 

with new starter cable.

 

13. Electrical wiring harness disconnected or broken.

13. Connect or replace with new wiring harness.

 

14. Fuel Shut-Off in the “OFF” position

14. Turn Fuel Shut-Off to “ON” position

 

 

 

 

Engine Stalls After

1. Operator not in seat.

1.

Sit in operator’s seat.

Running

2. Choke control in the “CHOKE” position.

2. Move choke control to “OFF” position.

 

3.

Fuel tank empty.

3.

Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel to proper level.

 

4.

Engine air pre-cleaner and or air cleaner dirty.

4.

Clean free of all debris.

 

5.

Spark plug defective or gap set improperly.

5.

Service spark plug.

 

6.

Fuel filter restricted.

6.

Replace fuel filter.

 

7. Fuel Shut-Off in the “OFF” position

7. Turn Fuel Shut-Off to “ON” position

 

 

 

 

 

 

8.

Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.

8.

Drain and clean fuel system.

Engine Loses

1. Excessive load on engine.

1.

Lessen load.

Power

2. Engine air pre-cleaner or air cleaner dirty.

2.

Clean or replace filters.

 

3.

Spark plug faulty.

3.

Service spark plug.

 

4.

Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.

4.

Drain and clean fuel system. Replace filter.

 

5.

Debris build up on engine cooling screen.

5. Clean all debris from engine cooling screen.

Engine Backfires

1. Throttle control set too “FAST”.

1. Set throttle control to “SLOW” and allow

When Turned To

 

 

 

engine to idle. Then, turn key to “OFF”.

“STOP”

 

 

 

 

Excessive Vibration

1. Damaged, out of balance or bent mower blades.

1.

Service mower blade(s).

 

2.

Loose blade components.

2.

Service and tighten loose parts.

 

3.

Loose or missing air lift (if equipped).

3.

Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque.

 

4.

Lumpy or frayed belt.

4.

Replace belt.

 

5.

Bent Idler, stationary or spindle pulley.

5.

Replace pulley.

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Contents Rear Engine Riding Mower Series Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction NomenclatureOPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear Adjustment PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start On NextStarting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Manual Start Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower Blade Wheel DriveStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. Engine Mower BladeCutting Height Adjustment Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park BrakeDo not park the machine on slopes Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideAdjusting Mower Blade Service After First 5 HoursService Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Change Engine OILTOP View of Belt Routing Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltService Brake / Park Brake Blade BrakeCheck Engine Service Every 25 Operating HoursLubrication Grease Fittings Engine Cooling SystemDo not Overfill Battery Fluid LevelClean Mower Deck Mower Deck LevelnessMower Blade Spindle Lubrication From Previous Rear Axle Bearing LubricationFuel Filter Service AnnuallyEngine Every TWO YearsStorage OUT of Season Removing Fuel TankBlade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairMower Drive Belt Adjustment To 3-1/4Mower Deck Adjustment Side To Side LevelnessFront to Rear Levelness Service BRAKE/PARK Brake Adjustment Adjustment From Previous Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear LimitsBlade Drive Belt Replacement Blade SharpeningBelt Removal Belt Replacement Battery Battery Removal Battery InstallationNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery ServiceBattery Storage Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action StopCutting Grass Loss Of TractionBlades Not Cutting ImproperlySubject Service Reference To be Performed PagesYear Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Page Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

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