FD280/ Translation of the original instructions
LUBRICATION POINTS
TROUBLESHOOTING-GUIDE
PROBLEM
CAUSE REMEDY
With the key in the ON position, the instrument panel remains off
– Battery not supplying any power – Check the connecting leads
– Charge the battery
– Change the fuse
The instrument panel comes on, but with the key in the ON position, the starter motor does not turn
– Battery not supplying enough power – Charge the battery
– Start-up not enabled – Travel pedal in STOP position
– Disengage the blades
– Sit in the driving seat
Engine difficult to start or runs unevenly
– Carburettor problems – Clean or replace the air filter
– Adjust the carburettor (refer to the motor handbook)
– Sediment or dirt in the fuel – Empty the tank and use fresh petrol
– Check the fuel filter and replace if necessary
The starter motor turns but the engine will not start
– No petrol flow – Check that the choke is on (if the engine is cold)
– Check level in tank
– Check the fuel filter and replace if necessary
– Check that the fuel cap bleeder hole is not blocked
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