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Troubleshooting the Mower
PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY
Mower cut is uneven.
Mower not leveled properly.
Level mower deck. See Leveling the Mower Deck
section.
Tractor tires not properly inflated. See Check Tire Pressure section.
Mower cut is rough
looking.
Engine speed too slow. Set to full throttle.
Ground speed too fast. Slow down.
Engine stalls easily
with mower engaged.
Engine speed too slow. Set to full throttle.
Ground speed to fast. Slow down.
Dirty or clogged air filter. See Servicing the Air Filter Assembly section.
Cutting height set too low. Cut tall grass at maximum cutting height during first pass.
Engine not up to operating
temperature.
Run engine for several minutes to warm-up.
Starting mower in tall grass. Start the mower in a cleared area.
Engine runs and
tractor drives, but
mower will not drive.
PTO not engaged. Engage the PTO.
For all other maintenance and operation issues, please contact your authorized dealer.