TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
Mower Cuts
Ragged or
Uneven
Mower Leaves
Unmowed Strip
Between Blades
Mower Scalps
Lawn
Mower Will
Not Discharge
Clippings
Blade Drive
Belt Comes Off
During Use
CORRECTION
1. Remove any accumulation of grass clippings from underside of mower deck housing
2. Make certain blades are sharp and in good condition (not bent or incorrectly mounted).
3. Check blade mounting screw(s). Blade screw(s) must be tight.
4. Check mower deck leveling adjustment per manual. Adjust if necessary.
5. Check blade belt tension per manual. Adjust if necessary.
6. Check quill assembly(s) for damage or wear. Replace if necessary.
7. Check for possible damage to mower deck housing. Repair or replace if necessary. •
8. Check pivot tube (if so equipped) assembly for damage. If bent or damaged, repair or replace
9. Check deck wheels being run on ground.
1. Mowing a heavy stand of grass or grass with excessive surface moisture could allow mower to leave an
unmowed strip.
2. Forward speed should be adjusted to mowing conditions by transmission lever position. Engine should be run at full
throttle.
3. Make certain blades are sharp and in good condition. Replace if necessary.
4. Check blade belt tension. Adjust if necessary.
5. Check quill assembly(s) for damage or wear. Replace if necessary.
6. Check for damage to mower deck housing. Repair or replace if necessary.
1. Check mower height adjustment setting and readjust if needed. Scalping is more likely on rough or uneven lawns
2. Check for damage to mower deck housing. Repair or replace if necessary.
3. Check for bent blade(s) or quill assembly(s). Replace if necessary.
4. Check mower deck leveling adjustment and adjust if necessary.
5. Check for damaged deck wheels.
1, Remove any accumulation of grass clippings from underside of mower deck housing.
2. Wet conditions can cause the discharge chute and underside of mower deck to become plugged with clippings.
Do not mow wet grass.
3. Forward speed should be adjusted to mowing conditions by transmission lever position. Engine should be run at full
throttle.
4. When mowing long grass make first cutting in high position, then re-cut at normal cutting height.
5. Check blade belt tension per manual. Adjust if necessary.
6. If blade(s) have been replaced, make sure they have been correctly mounted.
7. When mulching plug is installed clippings will not discharge.
1. Blade drive belt may suffer internal damage to cords when it comes off during use If belt still comes off after checking
all steps below, replace with a new original equipment belt.
2. Check belt tension pe_ manual. Adjust if necessary.
3. Check belt guide Correct clearance is 1/16 inch from belt when blade engage lever is engaged
4. Check mower deck leveling adjustment per manual. Adjust if necessary.
5. Check for and remove any foreign objects interfering with belt travel.
6. Check all pulleys on mower deck A bent or split pulley could cause problems. Replace if necessary
7. Check engine drive pulley inner surface. If inner surface is rough or split, pulley should be replaced.
8. Check blade engagement idler assembly for wear. Replace necessary parts.
1. If grass is too high or wet, belt slippage may occur.
Blade Drive 2. Check belt for wear or damage Replace if necessary.
Belt Slips 3. Check blade belt tension per manual. Adjust if necessary.
4. Check blade drive belt tension spring, If spring is stretched or damaged, replace spring,
I. Check all belt guides. Correct clearance is 1/16 inch from belt when blade engage lever is engaged.
Blade Drive 2. Check for and remove any foreign objects interfering with belt travel
Belt Wears 3. Check pulleys for damage. Replace if necessary.
Excessively 4. Make certain blade brake is clearing belt when mower clutch lever is engaged Adjust or replace if necessary.
5. Make certain mower deck leveling adjustment is correct. Adjust if necessary.
6. Check blade belt tension per manual. Adjust if necessary.
Blade(s) 1. Check belt. If worn or broken, replace. If belt is too loose, make belt adjustment
Will Not 2. Check engagement spring on deck engagement idler. If broken or damaged, replace
Engage 3. Check for and remove any foreign objects interfering with engagement idler travel
Blada(s) 1. Check blade belt tension per manual. Adjust if necessary
Will Not 2 If blade belt adjustment witl not provde enough slack in drive belt, replace with correct Original Equipment Belt
Disengage 3. Check for and remove any foreign objects interfering with engagement idler travel. .
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