Operator's Manual

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Problem Corrective ActionPossible Causes
PTO belt comes off of pulleys,
slips, or fails.
1. Belt tension is incorrect. 1. Refer to the attachment
operator’s manual.
2. Mower level is incorrect 2. Refer to the attachment
operator’s manual.
3. Blade slope in transport is
incorrect.
3. Refer to the attachment
operator’s manual.
4. Cutter deck belt guide is loose
or incorrectly adjusted.
4. Adjust and tighten belt guide.
5. Belt is worn or damaged. 5. Refer to the attachment
operator’s manual.
6. A pulley is damaged. 6. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
7. The engine is not at full throttle. 7. Always operate engine
powered attachments at full
throttle.
8. The PTO is being engaged
when cutter deck is in tall uncut
grass or weeds.
8. Engage PTO only in shorter or
previously cut grass.
9. The mower is overloaded
because mulching or bagging
requires more power.
9. Reduce ground speed when
mulching or bagging.
10.The mower is overloaded
because too much grass is
being cut at a time.
10.Cut tall grass and weeds with
mower in its highest position,
making a second pass cutting
at height desired.
11.The mower is overloaded
because deck is clogged with
grass clippings.
11.Clean the mower.
12.The attachment is overloaded
because tractor is mowing too
fast for conditions.
12.Reduce ground speed.