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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Trouble Shooting Guide
Problem Cause
The engine will not start. • Fuel tank empty
• Incorrect fuel type
• Faulty spark plugs
• Faulty spark plug connections
• Dirt in the carburettor or fuel line
Starter does not turn the engine • Cutting unit in incorrect position
• Brake not applied
• Hydrostat pedals not in the neutral position
• Discharged battery
• Poor contact affecting the battery terminal cable
connections, ignition lock, or starter
• Main fuse blown The fuse is found in front of the
battery, under the battery cover
• Faulty ignition lock
• Faulty starter
The engine runs erratically • Faulty spark plug
• Incorrect carburettor setting
• Clogged air filter
• Blocked fuel tank ventilation
• Incorrect ignition setting
• Dirt in the carburettor or fuel line
• Choking or incorrectly adjusted choke cable
• Incorrect fuel type
Abnormal exhaust smoke • Black smoke:
• Choking or incorrectly adjusted choke cable
• Incorrect carburettor setting
• Clogged air filter
• Blue smoke:
• Oil mixed with fuel in tank
• Serious engine damage
• Thick pale smoke:
• Tank filled with diesel
The engine lacks power • Clogged air filter
• Faulty spark plugs
• Dirt in the carburettor or fuel line
• Incorrect carburettor setting
• Choking or incorrectly adjusted choke cable
• Incorrect fuel type
