Craftsman 917.289243 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Battery will not 1 Bad battery cell(s). 1 Replace battery.
charge 2 Poor cable connections. 2 Check/clean all connections.
3 Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 3 Replace regulator.
4 Faulty alternator. 4 Replace alternator.
Loss of drive Debris on steering plate (if
equipped).
1 See "CLEANING" in the
maintenance section.
2 Motion drive belt worn, damaged, 2 Replace motion drive belt.
or broken.
3 Axle key missing. 3 Install axle key at rear wheel. See
"TO REMOVE WHEEL" in the
Service and Adjustments section.
Engine "backfires" 1 Engine throttle control not set 1 Move throttlecontrol between
when turning between half and full speed (fast) half and full speed (fast) position
engine "OFF" position before stopping engine, before stopping engine.
Engine dies when 1 Reverse operation system (ROS) 1
tractor is shifted is not "ON" while mower or other
attachment is engaged.
into reverse
Turn ignition key to ROS "ON"
position. See Operation section.
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