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Trouble shooting – Havener Pistol-Grip Hydro Walk-Behind Mower 36, 48 & 52 User Manual

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TROUBLE SHOOTING

Problem

Possible Cause

Solution

Engine Does Not Start

Key in the OFF position

Turn key to ON

Speed control lever not in the

Move lever into the neutral

neutral position

Blade control not in the OFF position

Move blade control lever to OFF

Fuel tank empty

Fill fuel tank

Fuel shut-off valve closed

Open fuel shut off

Safety interlock switch out of

Adjust switches

adjustment

Throttle control not in the choke

Move throttle control to choke

position

Spark plug loose or disconnected

Connect spark plug wire

Bad spark plug

Replace

Dirty air filter

Replace

Clogged fuel filter

Replace

Bad fuel

Drain and refill with fresh fuel

Engine Starts Hard Or

Dirt or water in the fuel tank

Drain and clean fuel tank

Loses Power

Clogged or dirty fuel filter

Replace

Air filter dirty

Replace

Faulty spark plug

Replace

Incorrect oil level

Check and adjust

Engine Overheats

Dirt in fuel line

Clean and replace

Dirty grass screen

Clean

Incorrect oil level

Check and adjust

Dirty air filter

Check and replacement

Faulty spark plug

Replace