Texas RL 510 TR/W Manuel De L'utilisateur page 57

Troubleshooting
Problem
Generally difficult to start
The start cable is very tight (will not start)
The machine will not start when the start cord
is pulled or the electric start button is pushed
(or the starter "clicks" when attempting an
electric start)
No ignition spark (cannot start)
Problem
Insufficient engine revolutions
The back wheels are not pulling, or only very
little
The engine runs irregularly and/or its
performance becomes poor as you are
working
Problem
The machine does not stop after 5 seconds
Difficult to start
Cause
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Wrong starting procedure
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The brake handle is not being activated
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The machine is placed in high grass
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The brake handle is not being activated
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The wires are not connected to battery
The brake cable is incorrectly adjusted
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The machine is standing in high grass
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Engine brake cable is too loose
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Engine is not primed before starting
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The choke is not in the correct position
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No more gasoline in fuel tank
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The gasoline is more than 3 months old
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The spark plug cap is loose
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The spark plug is damp or dirty
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Incorrect gap between the spark plug and
the electrode
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The air filter is dirty or defective
The mower starts, but runs unevenly
Cause
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Lever is in the "Choke" position
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The throttle lever is set for "Turtle "
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The clutch cable is too tight/too loose
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The ratchets in the rear wheels are worn
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The spark plug cap is loose
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The spark plug is dirty
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Incorrect gap between the spark plug and
the electrode
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The air filter is dirty or defective
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Evaporation of fuel in the carburettor
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Loose throttle cable
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Dirt in the carburettor
The engine will not stop
Cause
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The engine brake cable runs too tightly
If your problem is not described above, please contact an approved service centre or Texas A/S.
Solution
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Follow the starting instructions in the manual precisely.
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Activate the brake handle and pull the start cord.
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Move the machine away from the high grass and repeat the start procedure.
Set the height adjustment in the highest position, so that the blade is lifted free of
the grass.
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Activate the engine brake handle and press the electric start button.
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Check that the wires are connected from the battery to the motor and start button.
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Adjust the engine brake cable, following the instructions in the manual.
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Move the machine away from the high grass to start it.
Tip the machine when starting.
Set the height adjustment in the highest position, so that the blade can run freely.
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Tighten the engine brake cable by adjusting the bolt on engine
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Push the primer 1-3 times before starting.
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Move the choke lever to a different position.
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Check and fill fuel tank with gasoline.
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Empty the fuel tank and carburettor from old gasoline, and fill with new gasoline.
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Check that the cap is firmly attached to the spark plug.
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Check that there is no dirt on the spark plug, following the instructions in the
manual.
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Check and adjust the spark plug gap, following the instructions in the manual.
Alternatively, replace the spark plug.
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Check the air filter for dirt and clean it, following the instructions in the manual.
Solution
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Set the lever in the "Run" position.
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Set the throttle lever for "Rabbit".
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Adjust the clutch cable, following the instructions in the manual.
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Replace the ratchets.
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Check that the cap is firmly attached to the spark plug.
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Check that the spark plug is clean and not damaged, following the instructions in the
manual.
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Check and adjust the spark plug gap, following the instructions in the manual.
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Check the air filter for dirt and clean it, following the instructions in the manual.
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Wait a few minutes, and then try to start again.
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Tighten the throttle cable, following the instructions in the manual.
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Clean the carburettor.
Solution
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Check and adjust the engine brake cable, following the instructions in the manual.