Problem Possible cause Solution
The oil filter is blocked. Replace the oil filter.
The wrong type of engine oil is used. Use a different type of engine oil. See
Technical specifications on page 22.
There is an oil leak. Find and repair the oil leaks.
The engine uses too much oil. There is an oil leak. Find and repair the oil leaks.
The wrong type of engine oil is used. Use a different type of engine oil. See
Technical specifications on page 22.
The oil filter is blocked. Replace the oil filter.
The air intake system is blocked. Clean the air intake system. See
Cleaning the air intake grill and engine
cooler on page 44.
The wrong type of engine oil is used. Use a different type of engine oil. See
Technical specifications on page 22.
The engine produces white smoke.
The engine temperature is low.
The wrong type of fuel is used. Replace the fuel.
The air intake system is blocked. Clean the air intake system. See
Cleaning the air intake grill and engine
cooler on page 44.
The engine produces black or grey
smoke
The driving speed is too fast for the
circumstances.
Drive slower.
The wrong type of fuel is used. Replace the fuel.
The air intake system is blocked. Clean the air intake system. See
Cleaning the air intake grill and engine
cooler on page 44.
The driving speed is too fast for the
circumstances.
Drive slower.
The engine temperature is low.
High fuel consumption.
The mowing units are set incorrectly. Adjust the mowing units. See
Operating the mowing units on page
31
11.3 Electrical problems
Problem Possible cause Solution
The connections are loose or
corroded.
Clean and tighten the battery clamps.
The battery contains a dead cell. Replace the battery.
The V-belt is loose or faulty. Check the V-belt. See V-belt on page
48.
The battery does not charge
The alternator is faulty. Check the V-belt. See V-belt on page
48.
The engine speed is too low. Increase the engine speed.The battery warning light remains lit
when the engine is running.
The battery is faulty. Replace the battery. See Replacing
the battery on page 56.
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