Briggs & Stratton FIELD and BRUSH MOWER manual Troubleshooting Table

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CHAPTER 6

TROUBLESHOOTING

Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems, call Country Home Products, Inc. for support at: 1-800-DR-OWNER(376-9637).

Troubleshooting Table

WHEN PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENT OR MAINTENANCE, YOU MUST FIRST SHUT OFF THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO COOL AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE(S), KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG(S).

SYMPTOM

The Engine will not start.

(Please refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for Engine- specific procedures.)

POSSIBLE CAUSE

⇒Check all the items under the section called Starting on page 23.

⇒Check that the Blade Control Knob is pushed DOWN to the Disengaged position.

⇒Make sure the Spark Plug wire(s) is attached.

⇒If the Engine is cold, make sure the Throttle is in the CHOKE position. See page 23.

⇒The gas must be fresh and clean. If the gas is old, change it. Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep gas longer than one month.

⇒Check the Throttle adjustment and travel. See page 17.

⇒The Spark Plug(s) may be dirty or cracked, change it.

⇒If the Spark Plug(s) is oily, leave it out, hold a rag over the Plug hole(s) and crank the Engine over a couple of times using the Electric Starter to blow out any oil in the Cylinder(s), then wipe off the Plug(s) and reinsert it.

⇒The Air Filter may be dirty, change it following the procedure in the Engine Owner’s Manual.

⇒There are two (2) Fuses in the Wiring Harness. Check the Fuses and replace if needed.

⇒Check the wire connections—especially the ground connection, the large green wire coming from the Battery, where it connects to the Engine.

⇒The Battery may not be charged. Check the voltage yourself or at a service station. If it is low, charge it with a 12-volt, 1 to 2-amp trickle charger. If you do not use your machine for at least 45 minutes at a time, the Battery may need to be periodically charged. See the Battery Care section on page 33.

⇒If the Battery is charged and your DR TOW-BEHIND FIELD & BRUSH MOWER still will not start, call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.

CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER

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Contents Safety & Operating Instructions Meigs Road Vergennes, VT Toll-Free phone 1-800-DR-OWNER Fax Table of Contents Parts LISTS, Schematic Diagrams and Warranty Conventions used in this manual IntroducingHP Model SpecificationsLabels General Safety RulesTOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Protecting Yourself and Those Around You Slope Operation Safety for ChildrenSafety with Gasoline-Powered Machines For Assistance General SafetyAdditional Information and Potential Changes TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower DR-OWNER Setting UPFuel Tank TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Controls and FeaturesTools and Supplies Needed Unpacking and Assembling the MachineParts Supplied in Crate Tools Needed About the BatteryConnecting the Battery Wire Approximate Engine Oil Required Adding Oil and GasolineTool Needed Throttle Control Cable 13 HP B&S Tool Needed Connecting the Remote Control Cable and Wire CordWire Cord Throttle/Choke Cable 17 HP Kawasaki Tool Needed Hitch Plate Checking the Tire Pressure Operating Parameters OperatingTOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Stopping the Engine Before Starting the EngineStarting Stopping the Blades Adjusting the Mower Deck HeightEngaging the Blades Offset at the Versa-Hitch Offset MowingOffset at the Tow Bar Mount Plate If the machine gets hung up Slopes and Uneven TerrainCutting Brush and Saplings Cutting Wet and Heavy GrowthProcedure Regular Maintenance Check ListMaintaining Every 10 Hrs Every 25 HrsSure That the OLD Filter Gasket Comes OFF with the Filter Removing the Engine Oil and FilterCall TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER Removing and Replacing the Blades’ Drive BeltBelt Tension Spring Mounting Stud 15/16 Wrench Gloves Removing and Replacing the Swinging BladesReplacing the Wheels Charging the Battery Battery CareRecycling a Used Battery Disposing of the Battery ResponsiblyEnd of Season and Storage TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Troubleshooting Table TroubleshootingEngine smokes Call 1-800-DR-OWNER 376-9637 for assistance Uneven cutTOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Ref# Part# Description Parts LISTS, Schematic Diagrams and WarrantyParts List Deck and Drive Assembly Items Not Illustrated Safety and Information LabelsSchematic Deck and Drive Assembly Part# Description Parts List Wheels and Push Bar AssemblySchematic Wheels and Push Bar Assembly Ref# Part# Description Items Not Illustrated Parts List Tow Bar and Remote Control Panel AssemblySchematic Tow Bar and Remote Control Panel Assembly TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Call Toll Free 1-800-DR-OWNER TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower Year Limited Warranty Daily Checklist for the TOW-BEHIND DR Field and Brush Mower