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Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSTROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Machine Will Not Move
Loss Of Traction
1. Motion Control Levers in the neutral "N" position. 1. Move Motion Controls to desired speed position.
2. Hydro. Pumps in roll release setting. 2. Tighten relief valves.
3. Low transmission hydraulic oil level. 3. Bring hydraulic oil to proper level.
4. Parking Brake engaged. 4. Move parking brake to disengaged position.
5. Traction drive belts require replacement. 5. Replace traction drive belts.
Blade(s) Not Cutting 1. Blade engagement switch in the "OFF" position. 1. Move blade switch to the "ON" position.
2. Clutch belt slipping. 2. Replace clutch belt.
3. Mower belt slipping. 3. Replace mower belt.
4. Electric clutch not functioning. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.
Cutting Grass
Improperly
1. Uneven tire pressure. 1. Bring to proper pressure.
2. Cutting height too low or high. 2. Adjust cutting height.
3. Engine speed too slow. 3. Move throttle control to "FAST" position.
4. Forward speed too fast. 4. Move joystick to a slower speed.
5. Terraced cut, side to side. 5. Adjust side to side level.
6. Excessive deck pitch, front to rear. 6. Adjust front to rear level.
7. Cutting blade(s) dull or damaged. 7. Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade(s).
8. Blade belt slipping. 8. Replace blade belt.
9. Check electric clutch. 9. Adjust to proper specifications.
10. Check clutch belt. 10. Replace clutch belt.
11. Check gearbox for damage. 11. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.
Poor Grass Discharge 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Move throttle control to "FAST" position.
2. Forward speed too fast. 2. Move joystick to a slower speed.
3. Grass is wet. 3. Mow when grass is dry.
4. Excessively worn or damaged blade(s). 4. Service mower blade(s).
5. Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck. 5. Clean deck.
6. Improper blade(s) installed on deck. 6. Install proper SNAPPER blades.
7. Blade(s) installed improperly on deck. 7. Install blades properly.
Battery Will Not Charge 1. Poor cable connections. 1. Clean cables and battery terminals.
2. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Replace with new battery.
3. Faulty alternator. 3. Contact engine manufacturer's dealer.