TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Remove obstruction. Mower blades will not rotate 1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Poor grass discharge 1. Engine speed too slow. "FAST" position. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4. Level mower deck. 1. Place throttle control in 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air 5.
Check tires for proper air pressure. 6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Clean underside of mower pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. , Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. Mower drive belt worn. housing. 8. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 8. 9. Blades improperly installed. 10. Improper blades used. 10. Replace with blades listed in this manual. 11. Clean around mandrels to 11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. open vent holes. Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) 1. Light switch is "OFF". 2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. 3. Faulty light switch. 4. Loose or damaged wiring.
1. Turn light switch "ON". 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s). 3. Check/replace light switch. 4. Check wiring and connec- tions. 5. Blown fuse. 5. Replace fuse. Battery will not charge 1. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Poor cable connections. 1. Replace battery. 2. Check/clean all connec- tions. 3. Replace regulator. 3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator. Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" , Engine throttle control not set between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. , Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 30