Snapper CP2155HV Operater's Manual - Page 23

Troubleshooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine Will Not Start Using 1. Fuel tank empty. Recoil Starter 2. Engine needs choking. 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel. 2. Choke engine. Check Engine Manual for Instructions. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. 4. Fuel shut-off in the 'Off' position. Engine Stalls or Stops After 1. Blade control is released or is not being held Running securely against handle. 2. Engine speed control in 'Choke' position. 3. Fuel tank empty. 4. Engine air pre-cleaner and or air cleaner dirty. 5. Spark plug defective or gap set improperly. 4. Turn Fuel shut-off to 'On' position. 1. Blade control should be held securely against handle at all times during operation of mower. 2. Turn off choke. 3. Fill with fuel to proper level. 4. Clean free of all debris. 5. Service spark plug. 6. Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system. 7. Fuel shut-off in the 'Off' position. 6. Drain and clean fuel system. 7. Turn Fuel shut-off to 'On' position. Engine Loses Power 1. Engine air pre-cleaner or air cleaner dirty. 2. Spark plug faulty. 1. Clean or replace filters. 2. Service spark plug. 3. Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system. 3. Drain and clean fuel system. Excessive Vibration 1. Damaged, out of balance or bent mower blade. 2. Loose blade components. 1. Service mower blade. 2. Service and tighten loose parts. 3. Loose or missing air lift (if equipped). 3. Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque. 4. Lumpy or frayed belt. 4. Replace belt. Mower Will Not Move Loss 1. Build-up of debris on or around wheel drive Of Traction components. 2. Driven disc slipping. 1. Clean debris. 2. Clean or replace driven disc. 3. Drive belt requires replacement. 3. Replace drive belt. 4. Damaged transmission. Cutting Grass Improperly 1. Cutting height too low or high. 2. Engine speed too slow. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 1. Adjust cutting height. 2. Move engine speed control to 'Fast' position. 3. Forward ground speed too fast. 4. Terraced cut, side to side. 5. Excessive deck pitch, front to rear. 6. Cutting blade dull or damaged. 3. Move ground speed control to a slower speed. 4. Adjust height of cut with height adjust levers. 5. Adjust height of cut with height adjust levers. 6. Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade. Poor Grass Discharge 1. Engine speed too fast. 2. Forward speed too fast. 3. Grass is wet. 1. Move engine speed control to 'Fast' position. 2. Move ground speed control to a slower speed. 3. Mow when grass is dry. 4. Excessively worn or damaged blade. 4. Service mower blade. 5. Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck. 5. Clean deck. 6. Improper blade installed on deck. 7. Blade installed improperly on deck. 6. Install proper SNAPPER blade. 7. Install blade properly. Oil Leaking 1. Leaking engine case. 1. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 2. Check and tighten drain plug. 3. Make sure dip stick or oil filler cap is securely in place. Troubleshooting 21