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Dealer Service 27
15914 (Rev. 5/11/2007)
TROUBLE SHOOTING
* Check belt for damage by laying it flat on floor. If belt does not lie flat (has humps or twists) this indicates broken or
stretched cords. Replace belt.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Does not cut Dull blades Sharpen blades.
Worn or broken blades Replace blades. (Replace in pairs
only.)
Ground speed too fast Reduce ground speed.
Drive not functioning (blades do
not turn when PTO is running
Check drive shaft connection.
Check belts. Check gearbox.
Belt off pulleys Replace belts. Belts are supplied
in matched sets only.
Broken belt; belts not in groove Replace belts. Check belts for
uneven stretch.*
Belts will not stay in groove Check belt tension. Check belt
alignment. Ensure idler bearings
and spindle bearings are in good
condition and turn freely. Make
sure spindles are tight and sitting
straight and secure.
Shock loading could cause a worn
belt to jump off grooves. Eliminate
shock loading my raising cutting
height.
Belt tension too loose Tighten idlers. Belts must be very
tight.
Gearbox malfunction Repair gearbox.
Streaks or gives ragged cut Broken or worn blades Replace or sharpen blades.
Ground speed too fast Reduce ground speed.
Excessive cutting height Lower cutting height. (Note: Set
height so unit does not frequently
hit ground.)
Excessive lush and tall vegetation Recut at 90-degree to first pass.
Thrown objects No shielding Use chain shielding.
Excessive side skid wear Running with skids continuously
on ground
Use check chains and tail wheels.
Set skids above ground.