Poulan PBGT22H54 User Manual - Page 28
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse CAUSE 1. Reverse operation system (ROS) is not "ON" while mower or other attachment is engaged. CORRECTION 1. Turn ignition key to ROS "ON" position. See Operation section. Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Mower deck not level. 3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 4. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Level mower deck. 3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Replace blade mandrel. 5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. Mower blades will not rotate 1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Replace blade mandrel. Poor grass discharge 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control in "FAST" position. 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4. Mower deck not level. 4. Level mower deck. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 5. Check tires for proper air pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 6. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 7. Clean underside of mower housing. 8. Mower drive belt worn. 8. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Blades improperly installed. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Improper blades used. 10. Replace with blades listed in this manual. 11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of 11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 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. 5. Blown fuse. 1. Turn light switch "ON". 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s). 3. Check/replace light switch. 4. Check wiring and connections. 5. Replace fuse. Battery will not charge 1. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Poor cable connections. 3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Faulty alternator. 1. Replace battery. 2. Check/clean all connections. 3. Replace regulator. 4. Replace alternator. Loss of drive 1. Freewheel control in "disengaged" position. 2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken. 3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing. 1. Place freewheel control in "engaged" position. 2. Replace motion drive belt. 3. Purge transmission. Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Engine throttle control not set between half and 1. Move throttle control between half and full speed full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. (fast) position before stopping engine. 28