20 Section 8 — troubleShooting
Problem Cause Remedy
Uneven cut 1. Wheels not positioned correctly.
2. Dull blade.
1. Place front and rear wheels in same height
position. (Dual Height Adjusters)
2. Sharpen or replace blade.
Mower will not self propel 1. Belt not installed properly.
2. Debris clogging drive operation.
3. Damaged or worn belt.
4. Drive control out of adjustment.
1. Check belt for proper pulley installation and
movement.
2. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot,
and clean out debris.
3. Inspect and replace belt.
4. Adjust drive control. (See Assembly & Set-up
section).
High pullback effort 1. Pulling mower backwards before
transmission disengages.
1. Allow the unit to roll forward slightly without
the drive lever(s) engaged before pulling
backwards.