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| Engine runs, but mower will | 1. | Transmission release lever(s) | 1. | Move transmission release lever(s) |
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| in “disengaged” position. |
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| 2. | Belt is broken. |
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| 3. | Drive belt slips. |
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| 4. | Brake is not fully released. | 4. | See authorized service dealer |
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| Mower drive belt slips. | 1. | Pulleys or belt greasy or oily. | 1. | Clean as required. |
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| 2. | Tension too loose. |
| 2. | Adjust spring tension. |
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| 3. | Belt stretched or worn. | 3. | Replace belt. |
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| Brake will not hold. | 1. | Brake is incorrectly adjusted. | 1. | See Brake Adjustment. |
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| Mower steers or handles poorly. | 1. | Steering linkage is loose. | 1. | Check and tighten any loose connections. |
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| 2. | Improper tire inflation. | 2. | See Regular Maintenance Section. |
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| Troubleshooting the Mower Deck |
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| Mower Deck will not raise. | 1. | Lift linkage not properly attached | 1. | See authorized service dealer for repair. |
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| Engine stalls easily with | 1. |
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| mower deck engaged. | 2. | Ground speed t |
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| 3. | Cutting height set t | l w. | 3. | Cut tall grass at maximum cutting |
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| 4. | Discharge chu e jamming | 4. | Cut grass with discharge pointing toward |
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| Excessive mower deck vibration. | 1. | Blade m unting bolts are loose. | 1. | Tighten to 70 ft.lbs. (94 N.m.). |
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| 3. | Mower blades are | ut | 3. | Remove, sharpen, and balance blades. |
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| 4. | Belt installed inc | ectly. | 4. | Reinstall Correctly. |
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| Excessive belt wear or breakage. | 1. | Bent or ough | ulleys. | 1. | Repair or replace. |
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| Mower drive belt slips | 1. | Idl r pull y spring broken or not | 1. | Repair or replace as needed. |
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| 2. | Mower drive belt broken. | 2. | Replace drive belt. |
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| Mower does not engage. | 1. | Electrical wiring damage. | 1. | Locate & repair damaged wire. |
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