If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.

•Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.

•Lubricate all lubrication points. Wipe the entire machine with an oiled rag to protect the painted metal surfaces.

•Refer to the engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. The engine must be completely drained of fuel to prevent gum deposits from forming on essential carburetor parts, fuel lines and fuel tanks.

•It is not necessary to remove the battery from the tractor for storage. However, clean the top of the battery and make sure it has full charge.

Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery before storing the tractor.

•Store unit in a clean, dry area.

NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, springs, bearings and cables.

NOTE: Recharge the battery before returning it to service after storage. Even if the tractors starts, the engine charging system may not bring the battery upto a full charge, unless it is recharged.

SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble

Possible Cause(s)

Corrective Action

 

 

 

Engine fails to start

PTO lever engaged.

Place PTO lever in disengaged (Blade Stop) position.

 

Parking brake not engaged.

Engage parking brake.

 

Spark plug wire(s) disconnected.

Connect wire(s) to spark plug.

 

Throttle control not in correct position

Place throttle lever to fast or choke (if so equipped).

 

Choke not activated.

Activate choke.

 

Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.

Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas.

 

Blocked fuel line.

Clean fuel line or replace fuel filter, if so equipped.

 

Faulty spark plug.

Clean, adjust gap or replace plug.

 

Engine flooded.

Crank engine with throttle in FAST position.

 

 

 

Engine runs erratic

Unit running with CHOKE applied.

Place throttle lever in FAST position.

 

Spark plug wire loose.

Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

 

Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old)

 

 

gasoline. Replace fuel filter, if so equipped.

 

Vent in gas cap plugged.

Clear vent or replace cap if damaged.

 

Water or dirt in fuel system.

Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old)

 

 

gasoline.

 

Dirty air cleaner.

Replace air cleaner cartridge/element or clean pre-cleaner, if

 

 

so equipped.

 

 

 

Engine overheats

Engine oil level low.

Fill crankcase with proper capacity and weight of oil.

 

Air flow restricted.

Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine’s

 

 

cooling fins and blower housing.

 

 

 

Engine hesitates at high

Spark plug gap too close.

Remove spark plug and reset the gap to .030”.

RPM

 

 

 

 

 

Idles poorly

Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too

Replace spark plug. Set plug gap to .030”.

 

wide.

 

 

Dirty air cleaner.

Replace air cleaner cartridge/element or clean pre-cleaner, if

 

 

so equipped.

 

 

 

Excessive vibration

Cutting blade loose or unbalanced or

Tighten blade and spindle. Balance blade.

 

damaged.

Replace blade.

 

 

 

Mower will not mulch

Engine speed low.

Place throttle in FAST position.

grass

Wet grass.

Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until later to cut.

 

Excessively high grass.

Mow once at a higher cutting height, then mow again at desired

 

 

height or make a narrower cutting swath.

 

Dull blade.

Sharpen or replace blade.

 

 

 

Uneven cut

Deck not balanced properly.

Perform side-to-side deck adjustment.

 

Dull blade.

Sharpen or replace blade.

 

Uneven tire pressure.

Check tire pressure in all four tires.

 

 

 

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772C0748 specifications

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