TROUBLESHOOTING
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Tractor Will Not Move | 1. Joystick in the neutral “N” position. | 1. Place joystick in desired speed position. | ||
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Loss Of Traction | 2. Roll release lever is in “ROLL” position. | 2. Move roll release lever to the engaged position. | ||
| 3. | Low transmission hydraulic oil level. | 3. | Bring hydraulic oil to proper level. |
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| 4. | Parking Brake engaged. | 4. | Move parking brake to disengaged position.. |
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| 5. | Traction drive belt requires replacement | 5. | Replace traction drive belt. |
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Blade(s) Not Cutting | 1. Blade engagement switch in the “OFF” position. | 1. Move blade switch to the “ON” position. | ||
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| 2. | Clutch belt slipping. | 2. | Replace clutch belt. |
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| 3. | Mower belt slipping. | 3. | Replace mower belt. |
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| 4. | Electric clutch not functioning. | 4. | Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. |
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| 5. | Check gearbox for damage. | 5. | Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. |
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| 6. | Power transfer shaft disconnected or damaged. | 6. Connect power transfer shaft or repair damage. | |
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Cutting Grass | 1. Uneven tire pressure. | 1. | Bring to proper pressure. | |
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Improperly | 2. Cutting height too low or high. | 2. | Adjust cutting height. | |
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| 3. | Engine speed too slow. | 3. | Move throttle control to “FAST” position. |
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| 4. | Forward speed too fast. | 4. | Move joystick to a slower speed. |
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| 5. | Terraced cut, side to side. | 5. | Adjust side to side level |
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| 6. | Excessive deck pitch, front to rear. | 6. | Adjust front to rear level. |
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| 7. | Cutting blade(s) dull or damaged. | 7. | Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade(s). |
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| 8. | Blade belt slipping. | 8. | Replace blade belt. |
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| 9. | Check electric clutch. | 9. | Adjust to proper specifications. |
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| 10. Check clutch belt. | 10. Replace clutch belt. | ||
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| 11. Check gearbox for damage. | 11. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. | ||
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Poor Grass Discharge | 1. Engine speed too slow. | 1. | Move throttle control to “FAST” position. | |
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| 2. | Forward speed too fast. | 2. | Move joystick to a slower speed. |
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| 3. | Grass is wet. | 3. | Mow when grass is dry. |
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| 4. | Excessively worn or damaged blade(s). | 4. | Service mower blade(s) |
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| 5. | Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck. | 5. Clean deck. | |
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| 6. | Improper blade(s) installed on deck. | 6. | Install proper SNAPPER blades. |
| 7. | Blade(s) installed improperly on deck. | 7. | Install blades properly. |
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Battery Will Not Charge | 1. Poor cable connections. | 1. | Clean cables and battery terminals. | |
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| 2. | Bad battery cell(s) | 2. | Replace with new battery. |
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| 3. | Faulty alternator. | 3. | Contact engine manufacturer’s dealer. |
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Oil Leaking | 1. Loose or missing hydraulic reservoir cap. | 1. | Check oil level and replace reservoir cap. | |
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| 2. | Leaking hose fittings, clamps or reservoir. | 2. | Verify fittings and hose clamps are tight. |
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Deck Will Not Lift | 1. Loose or disconnected electrical harness. | 1. | Connect electrical harness. | |
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Properly | 2. Electric screw jack malfunctioning. | 2. | Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. | |
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| 3. | Key switch is in “OFF” position. | 3. Turn key switch to “ON” position. | |
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