Problem Cause Action
The starter motor does not turn the
engine over.
The battery is too weak. Charge the battery.
The attachment clutch control is
engaged.
Disengage the attachment clutch
control.
The clutch/brake pedal is not
pushed down fully.
Push down the clutch/brake pedal
fully when you start the engine.
The connection at the cable con-
nectors on the battery terminals is
bad.
Do a check of the battery connec-
tions.
The main fuse is defective. Replace the main fuse.
The ignition lock is defective. Speak to an approved service
agent.
The safety connector for clutch/
brake pedal is defective.
Speak to an approved service
agent.
The starter motor or the solenoid is
defective.
Speak to an approved service
agent.
The operator presence control
(OPC) is defective.
Do a check of the wires, switches
and connections. If not corrected,
speak to an approved service
agent. Do not operate product with
a defective operator presence con-
trol.
The engine does not run smoothly. The spark plug is defective. Replace the spark plug.
The carburetor is not adjusted cor-
rectly.
Speak to an approved service
agent.
The air filter is dirty. Clean or replace the air filter.
The check valve on the fuel tank
cap is defective.
Replace the fuel tank cap.
The fuel tank is almost empty. Fill the fuel tank with fuel.
There is water in the fuel. Remove all fuel from the fuel tank
and the carburetor. Fill the fuel
tank with new fuel and replace the
fuel filter.
The choke is engaged and the en-
gine is warm.
Disengage the choke.
The fuel mix or fuel type is incor-
rect.
Remove all fuel from the fuel tank
and the carburetor. Fill the fuel
tank with the correct fuel mix or
fuel type.
The fuel filter is clogged Replace the fuel filter.
The spark plug is defective. Replace the spark plug.
There is dirt in the carburetor or
fuel line.
Clean the carburetor and fuel
lines.
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