Mower deck, Troubleshooting – Great Dane Chariot / Chariot LX GDRZ61-27KHE User Manual

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Troubleshooting - 63

TROUBLESHOOTING

Mower Deck

Machine Moves to the Left or Right With Engine
Running and Transmission in Neutral

Pump linkage (neutral position) out of adjustment.

If

Check

Discharge Chute Plugged

Grass is wet - mow grass only when dry.

Raise cutting height.

Mow at full throttle.

Ground speed too fast for conditions.

Correct installation of deck drive belt.

Mower Deck Vibrates

Run engine at full throttle.

Loose hardware.

Check/replace mower deck drive belt.

Check/replace spindle drive belt (72-inch mower deck).

Blades bolts are loose.

Blades are bent or worn.

Sharpen and balance blades.

Remove belt shields and check for debris on sheaves.

Check sheaves for proper alignment or damage. See your Great
Dane servicing dealer.

Mower Blades Do Not Engage

Mower deck drive belt slipping or broken.

Spindle drive belt slipping or broken (72-inch mower deck).

Mower deck belt tension spring not installed or broken.

PTO switch failure.

20-amp fuse is blown (main power circuit).

Loose electrical connections.

Faulty PTO clutch.

Mower Mows Unevenly

Mower deck not properly leveled.

Ground speed too fast for conditions.

Run engine at full throttle.

Reduce ground speed when making turns.

Blades are bent or worn.

Sharpen or replace blades.

Change mowing pattern.

Check tire pressure.

If

Check

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