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General Run and Transport Problems
Condition Possible Cause Correction
Engine continues to run (but
Seat switch plunger depressed
Check for seat support spring
should not) when traction pedal is
with no operator on seat.
that is broken, missing or stuck in
depressed with no operator on
down position.
seat.
Check for binding seat pivot
hinge.
Check for waterlogged seat.
Seat switch faulty or out of adjust-
Test seat switch. Adjust or re-
ment.
place if faulty.
Engine kills when traction pedal
Operator sitting too far forward on
Instruct operator.
is depressed or cutting unit clutch
seat (seat switch not depressed).
switch is turned ON.
Seat hinge, support pin or spring
Repair seat pivot and support.
binding, preventing seat switch
from closing.
Seat switch is faulty or out of ad-
Test seat switch. Adjust or re-
justment.
place if faulty.
Seat switch wiring loose, corroded
Repair wiring.
or damaged.
Battery does not charge. Loose, corroded or damaged Repair wiring.
wire(s).
Faulty alternator. Check alternator belt tension.
Test alternator and replace if
faulty.
Dead battery.
Charge battery. Replace battery if
it will not hold a charge.
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