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Starting Problems (continued)
Condition Possible Cause Correction
Nothing happens when start at- Battery is dead.
tempt is made.
Loose or corroded battery cables.
Loose or corroded ground.
Fuse open.
Traction neutral switch out of ad-
justment or faulty.
Traction neutral switch wiring
loose, corroded or damaged.
Cutting unit clutch switch engaged
or faulty.
Cutting unit clutch switch wiring
loose, corroded or damaged.
Ignition switch faulty.
Ignition switch wiring loose, cor-
roded or damaged.
Starter solenoid faulty.
Starter solenoid wires loose, cor-
roded or damaged.
Charge battery. Replace battery if
it will not hold a charge.
Clean and tighten or repair as
necessary.
Check fuse and replace if fuse is
open. If fuse burns out often, find
and correct cause.
Test switch and replace if faulty.
Make sure wires are connected
to “COMMON” and “NORMALLY
OPEN” (N.O.) terminals.
Repair wiring.
Make sure switch is OFF. Test
switch and replace if faulty.
Repair wiring.
Test ignition switch. Replace if
faulty.
Repair wiring.
Test starter solenoid. Replace if
faulty.
Clean and tighten or repair as
necessary.
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