Simplicity 885193 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY
Engine will not
turnover or start.
Brake pedal not depressed. Fully depress brake pedal.
PTO (electric clutch) switch is in ON
position.
Place in OFF position.
Cruise control engaged (if
equipped).
Move knob to NEUTRAL/OFF position.
Out of fuel. If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the
fuel tank.
Engine flooded. Disengage the choke.
Fuse is blown. See authorized dealer.
Battery terminals require cleaning. See Remove the Battery section.
Battery discharged or dead. Recharge or replace battery.
Wiring loose or broken. Visually check wiring. If wires are frayed or
broken, see authorized dealer.
Solenoid or starter motor faulty. See authorized dealer.
Safety interlock switch faulty. See authorized dealer.
Water in fuel. See authorized dealer.
Gas is old or stale. See authorized dealer.
Engine starts hard or
runs poorly.
Fuel mixture too rich. Clean air filter.
Engine has other problem. See authorized dealer.
Engine knocks.
Low oil level. Check/add oil as required.
Using wrong grade oil. See Engine Manual.
Excessive oil
consumption.
Engine running too hot. See authorized dealer.
Using wrong grade oil. See Engine Manual.
Too much oil in crankcase. Drain excess oil.
Engine exhaust is
black.
Dirty air filter. See Engine Manual.
Choke closed. Open choke.
Engine runs, but
tractor will not drive.
Ground speed control pedals not
depressed.
Depress pedals.
Transmission release lever in PUSH
position.
Move into DRIVE position.
Mower drive belt is broken. See authorized dealer.
Parking brake is engaged. Disengage parking brake.
Traction drive belt is broken or
slipping.
See authorized dealer.
Troubleshooting the Tractor
Not for
Reproduction