Sears 917.25004 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
TROUBLESHOOTING
WILL NOT START
WILL NOT TURN OVER
ENGINE CLICKS BUT WON'T START
HARD TO START
ENGINE MISSES OR LACKS POWER
PROBLEM _ CAUSE / REMEDY (SEE INDEX)
ENGINE OVERHEATS
NO LIGHTS
WON'T CHARGE
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTENI WILL NOT SHUT
DOWN ENGINE WHEN OPERATOR LEAVES SEAT
NOTE: This tractor' is equipped with an operator presence
sensing system, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged
will shut down the engine.
Fil! Tank with Gasoline, Check Fuel Line and Carburetor
(clean if necessary). Replace Fuel Filter Use Fresh Fuel
Recharge or replace Battery
Check' Wiring
Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap
Drain and replace oit for proper temperature
Push Clutch/Brake Pedal into brake position
Charge or replace Battery
Move Attachment ClutchSwitch to "'D ISENGA GED '" position
Replace Ignition Switch
Replace Interlock Switch (es)
Replace Solenoid or Starter
Replace Fuse
Check all Wire Connections and "Ground" Points
Reattach Tiller Attachment Wire Loop
Clean Battery TerminaLs
Replace Starter or Solenoid
Charge or Replace Battery
Check Wire Connections and "Ground" Points
Place Throttle Control in -FA ST'" position and run
staFter several times to clear out gas
Remove Air Filter and clean
Replace Spark' Plug(sf and adjust gap
Recharge or replace Battery
Check the Wiring
Drain Fuel Tank and Carburetor Use Fresh Fuel
Replace Fuel Filter
Make necessary adjustments to Carburetor
Major Engine Overhaul
Shift to a lower gear or reduce toad
Drain Gas Tank and Carburetor Use Fresh Fuel
Remove and clean Air Cleaner
Make necessary carburetor adtustments
Clean Air Screen
Add or change oil
Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap
Replace Fuel Filter
Major Engine Overhaul
Shift to lower gear or reduce load
Clean Air Screen
Add or change od
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Remove and clean Muffler or replace
Remove and clean Air Filter
Use fresh fuet and adjust Carburetor
Check Fuse, Switch and Wire Connections Replace
Headlight Bulbs
Replace Switch
Check Fuse for fault and replace
Replace Battery
Replace Diode Assembly
Replace Alternator
Check all Wire Connections
Check Seat Switch
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