10
PROBLEM SOLVING
10
PROBLEM SOLVING
10.1 GENERAL________________________________________________________________
The troubleshooting chart below lists basic problems that may occur during start-up and operation. For more detailed
information regarding the hydraulic and electrical systems contact your area Jacobsen Dealer.
Symptoms
Engine will not start.
Engine hard to start or
runs poorly.
Engine stops.
Engine overheating.
Battery not holding
charge.
Reels cut unevenly.
Mower does not react
to traction pedal.
Gauges/Indicator
not
operating.
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Possible Causes
1. Parking
brake
disengaged,
traction lever not in Neutral or
reel lever(s) on.
2. Battery low on charge or
defective.
3. Fuel tank empty or dirty. Fuel
shut off valve closed.
4. Fuse blown.
1. Fuel level low, fuel or fuel filter
dirty.
2. Air cleaner dirty.
3. Injectors, fuel pump.
4. Engine problem.
1. Fuel tank empty.
2. Interlocks
not
set
leaving operator's seat.
1. Coolant level low.
2. Air intake restricted.
3. Water pump belt broken or
loose.
4. Engine overload.
1. Loose
or
corroded
terminals.
2. Low electrolyte.
3. Alternator belt loose or broken. 3. Tighten or replace belt.
4. Charging system defective.
1. Bedknife-to-reel not adjusted
correctly.
2. Engine speed too low.
3. Reel
Control
lever
reverse
4. Low hydraulic oil.
1. Parking brake engaged.
2. Traction lever in Neutral.
3. Low hydraulic oil.
1. Fuse blown, Bulb burnt out.
2. Loose wiring.
1. Check Interlock system and start-up procedure.
2. Inspect
condition
connections.
3. Fill with fresh fuel. Change fuel filter. Bleed fuel
lines. Open fuel shut off valve.
4. Replace fuse.
1. Fill with fresh fuel. Change fuel filter. Bleed fuel
lines.
2. Inspect and replace air filter.
3. Consult engine manual.
4. Consult engine manual.
1. Fill with fresh fuel and bleed fuel lines.
before
2. Engage parking brake, set reel levers to OFF
and set traction lever to Neutral before leaving
seat.
1. Inspect and add coolant.
2. Clean cooling air intake.
3. Tighten or replace belt.
4. Reduce forward speed.
battery
1. Inspect and clean terminals.
2. Refill to correct level.
4. See engine manual.
1. Inspect bedknife-to-reel adjustment.
2. Check engine speed. Run engine at full throttle.
set
in
3. Set reel lever to forward rotation.
4. Check reservoir level and fill if needed.
1. Disengage parking brake.
2. Place lever in desired speed or direction.
3. Check reservoir level and fill if needed.
1. Replace fuse, check bulb.
2. Check electrical connections.
Action
of
battery
and
battery