Husqvarna YT180 owner manual Troubleshooting Points, Problem Cause Correction

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

 

 

 

 

 

Will not start

1.

Out of fuel.

1.

Fill fuel tank.

 

2.

Engine not “CHOKED” properly.

2.

See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.

 

3.

Engine flooded.

3.

Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

 

4.

Bad spark plug.

4.

Replace spark plug.

 

5.

Dirty air filter.

5.

Clean/replace air filter.

 

6.

Dirty fuel filter.

6.

Replace fuel filter.

 

7.

Water in fuel.

7.

Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

 

 

 

 

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

 

8.

Loose or damaged wiring.

8.

Check all wiring.

 

9.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

9.

Contact an authorized service facility.

 

10.

Engine valves out of adjustment.

10.

Contact an authorized service facility.

 

 

 

 

 

Hard to start

1.

Dirty air filter.

1.

Clean/replace air filter.

 

2.

Bad spark plug.

2.

Replace spark plug.

 

3.

Weak or dead battery.

3.

Recharge or replace battery.

 

4.

Dirty fuel filter.

4.

Replace fuel filter.

 

5.

Stale or dirty fuel.

5.

Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

 

6.

Loose or damaged wiring.

6.

Check all wiring.

 

7.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

7.

Contact an authorized service facility.

 

8.

Engine valves out of adjustment.

8.

Contact an authorized service facility.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine will not turn over

1.

Clutch/brake pedal not depressed.

1.

Depress clutch/brake pedal.

 

2.

Attachment clutch is engaged.

2.

Disengage attachment clutch.

 

3.

Weak or dead battery.

3.

Recharge or replace battery.

 

4.

Blown fuse.

4.

Replace fuse.

 

5.

Corroded battery terminals.

5.

Clean battery terminals.

 

6.

Loose or damaged wiring.

6.

Check all wiring.

 

7.

Faulty ignition switch.

7.

Check/replace ignition switch.

 

8.

Faulty solenoid or starter.

8.

Check/replace solenoid or starter.

 

9.

Faulty operator presence switch(es).

9.

Contact an authorized service facility.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine clicks but will not

1.

Weak or dead battery.

1.

Recharge or replace battery.

start

2.

Corroded battery terminals.

2.

Clean battery terminals.

 

3.

Loose or damaged wiring.

3.

Check all wiring.

 

4.

Faulty solenoid or starter.

4.

Check/replace solenoid or starter.

 

 

 

 

 

Loss of power

1.

Cutting too much grass/too fast.

1.

Set in “Higher Cut” position/reduce speed.

 

2.

Throttle in “CHOKE” position.

2.

Adjust throttle control.

 

3.

Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

3.

Clean underside of mower housing.

 

4.

Dirty air filter.

4.

Clean/replace air filter.

 

5.

Low oil level/dirty oil.

5.

Check oil level/change oil.

 

6.

Faulty spark plug.

6.

Clean and regap or change spark plug.

 

7.

Dirty fuel filter.

7.

Replace fuel filter.

 

8.

Stale or dirty fuel.

8.

Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

 

9.

Water in fuel.

9.

Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

 

 

 

 

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

 

10.

Spark plug wire loose.

10.

Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

 

11.

Dirty engine air screen/fins.

11.

Clean engine air screen/fins.

 

12.

Dirty/clogged muffler.

12.

Clean/replace muffler.

 

13.

Loose or damaged wiring.

13.

Check all wiring.

 

14.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

14.

Contact an authorized service facility.

 

15.

Engine valves out of adjustment.

15.

Contact an authorized service facility.

 

 

 

 

 

Excessive vibration

1.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

1.

Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

 

2.

Bent blade mandrel.

2.

Replace blade mandrel.

 

3.

Loose/damaged part(s).

3.

Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents YT180 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Safety RulesCustomer Responsibilities Product SpecificationsModel Number YT180 Serial TypeIndex Contents of Hardware Pack Tools Required for Assembly AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Rolling Tractor OFF SkidCheck Tire Pressure HOW to SET UP Your TractorCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsTo Attach Front Bumper See Fig Install Battery See FigsAssemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See Fig Install Mulcher Plate See Figs a & 8BTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Know Your Tractor OperationHOW to USE Your Tractor To Operate on Hills Before Starting the EngineTo Transport ADD GasolineMowing Tips Indicator LightsTo Start Engine See Fig Lubrication Chart Maintenance ScheduleCustomer Responsibilities General RecommendationsBrake Operation TractorTires Blade CareBelts EngineTransaxle Cooling LubricationEngine OIL Filter CleaningMuffler Spark PlugsTo Install Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See Figs To Level Mower HousingBelt Installation To Adjust Brake See FigTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Replace Fuse To Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See FigTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysTo Adjust Carburetor See Fig To Adjust Throttle Control Cable SeePreliminary Setting Final SettingOther StorageProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsOFF 18 HP 42 Tractor - Model Number YT180 954001082A Schematic2221 Electrical Repair PartsChassis and Enclosures Repair Parts Drive Repair Parts Steering Assembly Repair Parts KEY Part Description Seat AssemblyWheels & Tires DecalsLSB42 LBD48Engine Repair Parts Mower Lift Assembly Repair Parts Mower KEY Part NO. no Description Dana Transaxle - Model Number Repair Parts Slope Sighting Guide CUT This OUT Dotted Is aHusqvarna Forest & Garden CO Warranty Statement954 00 532145019 07.08.94

YT180 specifications

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