Husqvarna Common Problems with MZ6128 Engine and Blades Explained

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

 

Problem

 

Cause

 

 

 

 

 

 

Machine vibrates

Blades are loose

 

 

• Blades are incorrectly balanced

 

 

Engine is loose

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine overheats

Clogged air intake or cooling fins

 

 

Engine overloaded

 

 

• Poor ventilation around engine

 

 

• Defective engine speed regulator

 

 

• Too little or no oil in the engine

 

 

Fouled spark plug

 

 

 

 

 

 

Battery not charging

Poor contact with battery terminal cable connectors

 

 

• Charging lead is disconnected

 

 

• Fault in engine charging system

 

 

 

 

 

 

Machine moves slowly,

Parking brake on

 

unevenly, or not at all

Bypass valve on pump open

 

 

 

 

• Drive belt for the transmission gears slack or has come off

 

 

• Air in hydraulic system

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mower deck not engaging

Drive belt for the mower deck has come loose

 

 

• Contact for the electromagnetic coupling has loosened

 

 

• Blade switch is faulty or has come loose from the cable contact

 

 

Fuse has blown

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hydraulic drive leaks oil

Damaged seals, housing, or gaskets

 

 

• Air trapped in hydraulic system

 

 

 

 

 

 

Uneven mowing results

Unequal tire pressure on the left and right sides

 

 

Bent blades

 

 

• Suspension for the mower deck is uneven

 

 

Blades are dull

 

 

• Driving speed too high

 

 

• Grass is too long

 

 

• Grass collected under the mower deck

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Contents Operator Manual All rights reserved Contents Page Introduction Manufacturing Number Good ServiceXxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx Xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx Symbols and DecalsWhole body Safety Instructions SafetyGeneral Operation Never take passengers Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentBe extra cautious when driving on slopes Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Spark Arrestor TransportControl Locations ControlsMotion Control Levers Choke Control Hour MeterTracking Knob Ignition Switch Blade SwitchParking Brake Fuses Seat Adjustment Lever Cutting Height AdjusterFuel Shut Off Valve Hydro Release Levers Fuel TankTraining OperationSteering Before Starting Starting the Engine Open the fuel tank valve Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position To remove cables, reverse order Weak BatteryRunning Operating on Hills Stopping the Engine Mowing Tips Moving Machine By Hand Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceMaintenance Replacing battery BatteryTire Pressures Safety SystemDeck Belt Deck Belt InstallationDeck Belt Removal Pump Belt Belt InstallationBelts Replacing Pump BeltCutting Blades Leveling deck Adjusting the Mower DeckAnti-scalp rollers Use protective glasses when cleaning and washing CleaningCaster Wheels HardwareLubrication Schedule LubricationGeneral Front Wheel Mount Wheel and Deck ZerksFront Wheel Bearings Deck SpindlesTransaxle Transmission Fluid Change Problem Cause Troubleshooting GuideTroubleshooting Guide Storage ServiceWinter Storage Wiring Diagram Torque Specifications Technical DataHex Head Cap Screws Standard HardwareEngine MZ6128USA requirements Conformity CertificatesDelivery Service Service JournalAction Stamp, signDate, mtr reading Stamp, sign After 10 hoursDaily Service Hour Service Service Journal Service Journal At least once each year Action Date, mtr reading Stamp, sign Page 115 523327 Rev a 2012-09-15