TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM
Loss of drive
Engine "backfires"
when turning
engine "OFF"
Engine dies when
tractor is shifted
into reverse
CAUSE
1
Freewheel control in
"DISENGAGED" position.
Debris on steering plate (if
2
equipped).
3
Motion drive belt worn, damaged,
or broken.
4
Air trapped in transmission during
shipment or servicing.
5
Axle key missing.
1
Engine throttle control not set
between half and full speed (fast)
position before stopping engine.
1
Reverse operation system (ROS)
is not "ON" while mower or other
attachment is engaged.
CORRECTION
1
2
3
4
5
1 Move throttle control between
1 Turn ignition key to ROS "ON"
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Place freewheel control in
"ENGAGED" position.
See "CLEANING" in the
maintenance section.
Replace motion drive belt.
Purge transmission.
Install axle key at rear wheel. See
"TO REMOVE WHEEL" in the
Service and Adjustments section.
half and full speed (fast) position
before stopping engine.
position. See Operation section.