Operator's Manual

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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
The starter does not crank.
1. The PT O is ON. 1. Move the PT O to OFF .
2. The brake is not depressed or
the parking brake is not on.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. The operator is not seated. 3. Sit on the seat.
4. The electrical connections are
corroded or loose.
4. Check the electrical
connections for good contact.
5. A fuse is blown or loose. 5. Correct or replace fuse.
6. The relay or switch is
defective.
6. Contact Authorized Service
Dealer.
7. The battery is discharged. 7. Charge the battery or replace
it.
8. The safety interlock system is
malfunctioning.
8. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer .
9. A faulty starter or starter
solenoid.
9. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer .
10. Seized internal engine
components.
10. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer .
The engine cranks, but will not
start.
1. Incorrect starting procedure. 1. Refer to Starting and
Stopping the Engine, page
15.
2. The fuel tank is empty . 2. Fill with fresh fuel.
3. The fuel shut–of f valve is
closed.
3. Open the fuel shut–of f valve.
4. Dirt, water or stale fuel is in
the fuel system.
4. Drain and flush the fuel
system; add fresh fuel.
5. Clogged fuel line. 5. Clean or replace.
6. The spark plug lead is
disconnected.
6. Reconnect the spark plug.
7. The kill relay is not energized. 7. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer .
8. A spark plug is faulty . 8. Replace the spark plug.
9. The ignition is faulty . 9. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer .