Troubleshooting – Dixon 560 User Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTING
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:
SITUATION
CAUSES
REMEDY
Starter will not
turn engine over
Circuit breaker engaged
Push button to reset Consult
your dealer for repair
Starter will not
turn engine over
Dead battery
Charge battery
Battery discharge
Poor connections on
battery
Battery water low Wrong
battery installed in
mower
Tighten or replace as required
Battery discharge
Engine electrical system
not functioning correctly
Have electrical system checked by
your dealer
Battery discharge
Engine being operated
at too low an RPM
Increase engine RPM Contact your
dealer for information
Electric clutch will
not engage mower
deck blades
Low battery condition
Poor connections on
clutch switch Broken
wiring
Repair or replace as required
Consult your dealer for repair
NOTE: Electrical system failures are generally simple in nature, always check the obvious first
and then move onto the more complicated parts used. Poor battery service, loose connections,
corrosion, frayed or broken wiring, are more likely than component failure.
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