Husqvarna WH4818 / 966638602, WH5218 / 966638603 manual Troubleshooting, Problem Cause

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

 

Cause

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine will not start

Mower deck control is engaged

 

 

• Speed control not in the start position

 

 

• Spark plug wire is off

 

 

• Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line

 

 

• Fuel shutoff valve is closed

 

 

• Clogged fuel filter or fuel line

 

 

Empty fuel tank

 

 

Faulty ignition system

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine runs rough

Faulty carburetor

 

 

• Choke control is pulled out with a warm engine

 

 

• Clogged fuel filter or jet

 

 

• Clogged ventilation valve on the fuel cap

 

 

• Fuel tank nearly empty

 

 

Fouled spark plugs

 

 

• Spark plug is loose

 

 

Defective ignition cable

 

 

• Defective spark plug electrode

 

 

• Defective spark plug connection

 

 

• Rich fuel mixture or fuel-air mixture

 

 

Wrong fuel type

 

 

• Water in the fuel

 

 

Clogged air filter

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine seems weak

Clogged air filter

 

 

Fouled spark plug

 

 

Carburetor incorrectly adjusted

 

 

 

 

 

 

Machine vibrates

Blades are loose

 

 

• Blades are incorrectly balanced

 

 

Engine is loose

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Operator Manual All rights reserved Contents Page Congratulations IntroductionGeneral Driving and Transport on Public RoadsManufacturing Number Good ServiceSymbols and decals General Operation SafetySlope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Transport Control Locations ControlsRecoil Starter Grip Ignition SwitchDrive Levers Ground Speed Control Operator Presence SwitchesChoke Control Throttle Control Tracking AdjustmentNeutral Lock Parking Brake Service MeterBlade Engagement Control OptionalFuel Tank Fuel Shutoff ValveBefore Starting OperationStarting the Engine Speed control in the start position Reverse RunningTracking Operating on HillsMowing Tips Emergency Stop StoppingNormal operating stop Stopping the EngineShut OFF the fuel valve Cutting Height Table Cutting Height AdjustmentCutting Height Table It may be necessary to readjust drive and brake linkagesMaintenance Schedule MaintenanceDaily Maintenance interval Least Hours Once Each Before AfterMaintenance Function Check Safety SystemDeck Belt Tire PressuresReplacing belt Cutting Blades Blade replacementHardware CleaningUnder side of rear deck WashingGeneral Front Wheel Mount LubricationFront Wheel Bearings Problem Cause TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Winter Storage ServiceLower Harness Harness Adapter Upper Harness Technical Data WH5218 Engine HEX Head CAP Screws USA requirements CONForMITY CertificatesDelivery Service Service JournalAfter the first 8 hours Hour ServicePerform the 25-hour service At Least Once Each Year Service Journal Page 115 392127R1 09/14/10

WH3616 / 966638601, WH4818 / 966638602, WH5218 / 966638603 specifications

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