Simplicity 16GTH User Manual

Troubleshooting & Repair
CONTENT OF SECTION
This section of the manual provides troubleshooting and
repair suggestions for the more common and easily
corrected problems. For other problems, it is recommended
that you contact your dealer.
^^WARNING
Perform maintenance on the tractor or mower only
when the engine is stopped and the parking brake
engaged. Always remove the ignition key and
disconnect spark plug wires before beginning the
maintenance to prevent accidental starting of the
engine.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES
Troubleshooting procedures are provided in the Trouble¬
shooting Chart. To use these procedures, first locate the
problem description that best describes the trouble that you
have encountered. Check the possible causes one at a time in
the order that they are listed.
TRACTOR & ENGINE __
1. E n g i n e will not start.
A. Ground speed control lever not in neutral-start position.
Check safety interlock lights. Shift into neutral.
B. PTO clutch lever not disengaged. Check safety
interlock lights. Disengage fully.
C. Operator not seated. Operator must be in seat to
start and run tractor. Check safety switch.
D. Out of fuel. Refill fuel tank.
E. Engine flooded. Push choke knob in.
F. Circuit breaker tripped. Wait one minute for
automatic reset. Replace if defective (see your dealer).
G. Battery terminals require cleaning. See Normal
Care section.
H. Battery discharged or dead. Recharge or replace.
I. Wiring loose or broken. Visually check wiring &
replace broken or frayed wires. Tighten loose
connections.
J. Solenoid or starter motor faulty. Repair or replace.
K. Safety interlock switch faulty. Replace if needed
(see your dealer).
L. Spark plugs faulty, fouled or incorrectly gapped
Clean & gap or replace.
M. Water in fuel. Drail fuel & refill with fresh fuel.
N. Old stale gas. Drain fuel & replace with fresh fuel.
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Simplicity 16GTH Specifications

General

Brand	Simplicity
Model	16GTH
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English