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NOTE: After carefully checking the previous steps, attempt
to start the engine. If it does not start, contact your
authorized Exmark service dealer.
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
When a problem occurs, do not overlook the simple causes. For example,
starting problems could be caused by an empty fuel tank, key switch not
"ON" etc. The following tables list some common causes of troubles.
Do not attempt to service or replace major items or any items that call for
special timing or adjustment procedures (governor, valves, etc.). Have this
work done by your Engine Service Dealer.
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE 1
PROBLEM
NO
FUEL
IMPROPER
FUEL
DIRT
IN FUEL
LINE
DIRTY
AIR
FILTER
FAULTY
SPARK
PLUG
ENGINE
OVER-
LOADED
BLOCKED
FUEL
FILTER
INCORRECT
OIL
LEVEL
DIRTY
AIR
SCREEN
Will not start
XXXXXX
Hard starting
XX XXX X X
Stops suddenly
XXXXXXX
Lacks power
XXXXXXXX
Operates
erratically
XXXXXX X
Knocks or pings
XXX X
Skips or
misfires
XXXX X
Backfires
XXXX
Overheats
XX X X X
High fuel
consumption
XX X X
7. MOWER DECK BELT ROUTING
FIG. 20 FIG. 21
32" and 36" MOWER DECK 48” MOWER DECK