Dixon 115 338927R1 - Manual (Page 43)

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Problem Cause
The engine will not start. Blade lever is engaged. •
Steering controls are not locked in neutral •
position.
Driver is not sitting in driver’s seat.
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Parking brake is not activated. •
Battery is dead. •
Contamination in carburetor or fuel line. •
Fuel supply is closed or tap for fuel tank is in •
wrong position.
Clogged fuel filter or fuel line.
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The starter does not turn the engine over. Dead battery. •
Poor contacts on the battery terminal cable •
connections.
Fuse blown.
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Ignition system faulty. •
Fault in the starter safety circuit. See Checking the •
Safety System in the Maintenance section.
The engine runs rough. Faulty carburetor. •
Choke control used with warm engine. •
Defective valves. •
Defective piston, cylinder, piston ring, or •
cylinder head seal.
Cylinder head bolts are loose.
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Clogged fuel filter or jet. •
Clogged ventilation valve on fuel cap. •
Fuel tank nearly empty. •
Fouled spark plug. •
Spark plug is loose. •
Defective ignition cable. •
Defective spark plug electrode. •
Defective spark plug connection. •
Rich fuel mixture or fuel-air mixture. •
Wrong fuel type. •
Water in fuel. •
Clogged air filter. •