Problem
Possible Cause Corrective Action
1. The blade(s) is not sharp. 1. Sharpen the blade(s).
2. A cutting blade(s) is/are bent. 2. Install a new cutting blade(s).
3. The mower is not level.
3. Level the mower from side-to-side and
front-to-rear .
4. An anti-scalp roller (if applicable) is not
set correctly .
4. Adjust the anti-scalp wheel height.
5. The underside of the mower deck is
dirty .
5. Clean the underside of the mower
deck.
6. The tire pressure is incorrect. 6. Adjust the tire pressure.
The cutting height is uneven.
7. A blade spindle is bent.
7. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer .
1. The drive belt is worn, loose or broken. 1. Install a new drive belt.
2. The drive belt is of f of the pulley .
2. Install the drive belt and check the
adjusting shafts and belt guides for the
correct position.
3. The power-takeof f (PT O) switch or
PT O clutch is faulty .
3. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer .
The blades do not rotate.
4. The mower belt is worn, loose, or
broken.
4. Install a new mower belt.
1. The fuse is blown. 1. Replace the fuse. Check the coil
resistance, battery charge, charging
system, and wiring connections, and
replace components if necessary .
2. There is low voltage supply at the
clutch.
2. Check the coil resistance, battery
charge, charging system, and wiring
connections and replace parts if
necessary .
3. The coil is damaged. 3. Replace the clutch.
4. There is inadequate current supply . 4. Repair or replace the clutch lead
wire or electrical system. Clean the
connector contacts.
The clutch does not engage.
5. The rotor/armature air gap is too large.
5. Remove the shim or replace the clutch.
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