Snapper 421618BVE important safety instructions 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.

Ignition is in the OFF position.

6.

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.

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.

Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.

7.

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 Manual No -7042 REV , 8/20/99 Rear Engine Riding Mower SeriesImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Control Panel IntroductionNomenclature PRE-START Check List OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear AdjustmentOn Next Starting & Operation Engine Electric StartStarting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Manual Start Wheel Drive Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower BladeMower Blade Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. EngineCutting Height Adjustment Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park BrakeDo not park the machine on slopes Change Engine OIL Service After First 5 HoursService Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Adjusting Mower BladeBlade Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltService Brake / Park Brake TOP View of Belt RoutingLubrication Grease Fittings Service Every 25 Operating HoursBattery Fluid Level Clean Mower DeckFuel Filter Service Every 25 Operating Hours from previousService Annually EngineEvery TWO Years Storage OUT of SeasonRemoving Fuel Tank Engine Adjustments & Repair Mower Drive Belt AdjustmentBlade Brake Adjustment Side To Side Levelness Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness Wheel Brake Adjustment Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade Drive Belt Replacement Blade SharpeningBelt Removal Belt Replacement Battery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Testing Battery ServiceBattery Storage NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from cartonSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Stop Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionImproperly Loss Of TractionBlades Not Cutting Cutting GrassTo be Performed Pages Subject Service ReferenceDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Rear Engine Riding Mower Series