Scotts SP6211, SP6213 manual Using Troubleshooting Chart, Check

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Using Troubleshooting Chart

If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart, see your authorized Scotts servicing dealer.

When you have checked all the possible causes listed and you are still experiencing the problem, see your authorized Scotts servicing dealer.

IF	CHECK

Engine Will Not Start	•	Prime engine, (Cold - three times, Warm - 1 or 2 times)
	• Fuel tank is empty.
	• Stale or dirty fuel.
	• Disconnected or dirty spark plug.

Engine Starts Hard Or Loses Power	•	Dirty fuel tank cap vents.
	• Stale or dirty fuel.
	• Dirty air cleaner element.
	• Disconnected or dirty spark plug.

Engine Runs Rough	•	Carburetor needs to be cleaned.
	• Disconnected or dirty spark plug.
	• Dirty air cleaner element.
	•	Dirty cooling fins.

Engine Overheats	•	Dirty blower housing and cooling fins.
	•	Improper oil level.

Engine Vibrates Too Much	•	Loose blade bolt.
	•	Blade dull.
	•	Blade improperly balanced.
	• Bent blade or crankshaft.

Mower Mows Unevenly	•	Pushing mower too fast.
	• Mowing too fast around corners and mowing pattern not
	changed.
	• Insufficient overlapping of cuts when mowing.
	• Blade dull or not balanced.

Bagging Chute Plugs	•	Grass not dry.
	• Cutting height not raised high enough.
	• Dirty or full grass bag.
	•	Mowing too fast.

Mower Will Not Self-propel	•	Traction belt broken.
	• Traction belt jumped off pulley.
	• SP6213 Only, Adjust Transmission Cable
	• Traction cable stretched or broken.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Introduction Using Your Operator’s ManualThank You for Purchasing a Scotts Product California Proposition 65 WarningRecord Identification Numbers Product IdentificationTable of Contents Machine Safety Labels SafetySafety-Alert Symbol Operate Safely Certification LabelHelp Prevent Serious or Fatal Accidents Practice Safe MaintenanceProtect Children Avoid Injury from Contacting Blade Before you unplug or adjust machineHandling Waste Products Handling Fuel SafelyEngine Controls Handle and Cutting Height Controls OperatingHandle Controls Stop EngineKey Cutting Height Adjustments In mm Inches Adjusting Handle HeightUpper Handle Lower HandleKeep hands, feet and clothing away from the blade Starting EngineRUNNING, Blade is Turning Stopping Engine Forward TravelTravel Speeds Mowing Tips Using Side Discharge ChuteUsing Grass Bag Bagging and Composting To Avoid ScalpingBagging Tips Mulching TipsAfter Mowing Service Literature Replacement PartsJohn Deere Quality Part NumberService Intervals Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement Engine Oil ServiceAdjusting Carburetor Avoid FumesTo Change Engine OIL from the TOP Changing Engine OilTo Change Engine OIL from the Bottom Cleaning and Replacing Air Cleaner ElementStop engine. Let it cool Cleaning and Gapping Spark PlugCleaning Engine Cooling Fins Checking and Replacing Drive Belt Cleaning Drive Belt and Transmission AreaPicture Note View is from underside of differential To Replace Drive BeltTransmission Cable Adjustment-SP6213 Lubricate Mower Axles Lubricate Drive Shaft Hub BushingsSharpening Blade Check BladeCheck Blade To Remove BladeFilling Fuel Tank Balance and Install BladeCleaning Fuel Cap Vent Check TroubleshootingUsing Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Storing Machine Storing SafetyPreparing Machine for Storage Preparing Fuel and Engine For StorageRemove Mower from Storage Install Starter Rope AssemblyLawnmower Assembly Side Discharge Chute Bagger Bagger Chute Identify Parts SP6211 and SP6213Add Engine Oil Install Grass BagInsert bagging chute tab E into rear mower shield slot F Test Mower Machine Specifications SpecificationsEngine Travel Speed RangeRecommended Lubricants DimensionsLimited Warranty for NEW Scotts Brand Products WarrantyLimited Engine Warranty Tire WarrantyWarranted Parts Index Cleaning Belt and Transmission AreaStep Refer to your operator’s manual Quality StatementStep Contact your dealer Step Call the Customer Communications CenterRecord Service Dates Service Record